Philips Ambisound B8
400 W, 5.1.2 ChannelCurrently out of stock
Product details
The Philips Fidelio B8 is a 5.1.2 multi-channel sound bar consisting of a total of 18 speakers (consisting of 10 highly sensitive racetrack drivers and 8 soft dome tweeters), which provide sound in a slim
design. In addition to the conventional 5.1, two additional patented upward-facing speakers are included (each consisting of 2 racetrack drivers and 3 tweeters).
These speakers are aligned at an angle calculated by engineers to direct sound towards the ceiling, transforming height dimensions into breathtaking sound. With Dolby Atmos and Philips' proprietary Ambisound technology, the B8 offers an unparalleled 3D sound experience.
On most soundbar systems, the center channel has been reduced to a 2.1 channel. Therefore, their sound quality is not very clear. However, the Philips Fidelio B8 is equipped with two special drivers for the center channel. Both have their own amplifier and produce a different sound signal. This ensures improved voice quality whether you're watching movies, TV programmes or the news.
These speakers are aligned at an angle calculated by engineers to direct sound towards the ceiling, transforming height dimensions into breathtaking sound. With Dolby Atmos and Philips' proprietary Ambisound technology, the B8 offers an unparalleled 3D sound experience.
On most soundbar systems, the center channel has been reduced to a 2.1 channel. Therefore, their sound quality is not very clear. However, the Philips Fidelio B8 is equipped with two special drivers for the center channel. Both have their own amplifier and produce a different sound signal. This ensures improved voice quality whether you're watching movies, TV programmes or the news.
| Soundbar type | Soundbar with subwoofer |
| Wireless speakers | Subwoofer |
| Audio channel | 5.1.2 Channel |
| Equipment + functions | Bluetooth, HDMI return channel |
| Audio technology | Dolby Atmos |
| Documents | |
| Item number | 5935694 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Category | |
| Manufacturer no. | B8/12 |
| Release date | 10.10.2016 |
| Colour group | Silver |
| Exact colour description | Silver |
| Soundbar type | Soundbar with subwoofer |
| Audio channel | 5.1.2 Channel |
| Wireless speakers | Subwoofer |
| Nominal power | 400 W |
| Frequency range | 40 - 19000 Hz |
| Equipment + functions | Bluetooth, HDMI return channel |
| Bluetooth version | 3.0 + EDR |
| Bluetooth profiles | A2DP, AVRCP |
| Audio technology | Dolby Atmos |
| Audio inputs | Optical TOSLINK (1x) |
| Video connections | HDMI (3x) |
| HDMI features | ARC |
| Data ports | USB 2.0 Type-A (1x) |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.50 W |
| Scope of delivery | Power cord, Remote control incl. batteries |
| Height | 5.20 cm |
| Width | 12 cm |
| Depth | 12 cm |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Length | 30.20 cm |
| Width | 48 cm |
| Height | 112 cm |
| Weight | 12 kg |
Specifications may include unverified machine translations.
Reviews & Ratings
Statutory warranty score
How often does a product of this brand in the «Sound bars» category have a defect within the first 24 months?
Source: Galaxus- 13.Bose1,6 %
- 13.JBL1,6 %
- 15.Denon1,7 %
- 16.Grundig2,1 %
- 17.Philips2,4 %
Statutory warranty case duration
How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?
Source: Galaxus- 1.Philips3 days
- 2.JBL5 days
- 3.Sony6 days
- 4.Samsung9 days
- 5.Bose10 days
Return rate
How often is a product of this brand in the «Sound bars» category returned?
Source: Galaxus- 6.JBL3,4 %
- 7.Creative3,6 %
- 8.Philips4,2 %
- 8.Razer4,2 %
- 10.Sony4,4 %
Source: Galaxus
Translation: machine translated
Overall ratingVery good92/100
Very good90/100
- Powerful sound
- Very many interfaces incl. HDMI inputs
- Support for Alexa, Google and Siri
- AirPlay 2 and Chromecast
- Sound produces droning at increased volume
- No LAN connection
Stiftung WarentestEin Feuerwerk für die Ohren - SoundbarsReleaseNovember 2017
Between classic and modern. Modern with Dolby Atmos. However, the spatial sound effect upwards is limited. No extension with satellite speakers possible. Sounds pleasant, but bass tends to boom. Film dialogue well intelligible. Classic: without WLAN, no multi-room.