Philips Ambisound B8

400 W, 5.1.2 Channel

Product details

Key specifications

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

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
B8/12
Release date
10.10.2016

Colour

Colour group
Silver
Exact colour description
Silver

Multimedia functions

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

Connections

Audio inputs
Optical TOSLINK (1x)
Video connections
HDMI (3x)
HDMI features
ARC
Data ports
USB 2.0 Type-A (1x)

Power supply

Power consumption (standby)
0.50 W

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Power cord
Remote control incl. batteries

Product dimensions

Height
5.20 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Weight
12 kg

Package dimensions

Length
30.20 cm
Width
48 cm
Height
112 cm
Weight
12 kg

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Reviews & Ratings

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Overall ratingVery good92/100
Very good90/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseMarch 2022
  • PositivePowerful sound
  • PositiveVery many interfaces incl. HDMI inputs
  • PositiveSupport for Alexa, Google and Siri
  • PositiveAirPlay 2 and Chromecast
  • NegativeSound produces droning at increased volume
  • NegativeNo LAN connection
Good77/100
Rank 3 out of 18Stiftung 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.

Very good89/100
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Rank 4 out of 6videoTest: Atmos-SoundbarsReleaseJuly 2017
  • PositiveLocating
  • PositiveVery slim design
  • PositiveVoice reproduction
  • NegativeHDMI 1.4 only (no HDCP2.2)
  • NegativeNo Internet connection possible

Philips gets a lot of two- and three-dimensional sound out of a slim soundbar with subwoofer. Stereo content also benefits from the precise reproduction. It is a pity, however, that the HDMI sockets only understand version 1.4 and no internet connection is possible.

Very good84/100
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Rank 2 out of 2SFTTEST: Dolby-Atmos-SoundbarsReleaseApril 2017
  • PositiveFlat and nobly held
  • PositiveSubwoofer connected wirelessly
  • PositiveSuccessful sound tuning
  • NegativeImportant standards are missing

When someone talks about an 18-speaker surround system, most people would immediately think of a home theatre wallpapered with speakers. But that description fits the first Dolby Atmos soundbar from to Philips' first Dolby Atmos soundbar. Even if you don't see it in the slim housing, the manufacturer accommodates 18 drivers in the front, the side panels and on the top of the sound bar...

Very good100/100
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digital homeSingle testReleaseMarch 2017
  • PositiveDolby Atmos compatible
  • Positivewireless subwoofer

    For atmospheric surround sound, you no longer necessarily need an expensive, space-consuming home cinema system, because clever soundbars are now able to create a thrilling cinema feeling even from a single source. The Philips Fidelio B8 offers the functionality of a 5.1.2 system in a compact soundbar, making it easy to enjoy outstanding cinema sound even in the living room.

    Very good100/100
    HiFi Test Logo
    HiFi TestSingle testReleaseFebruary 2017
    • PositiveDolby Atmos compatible
    • Positivewireless subwoofer

      For atmospheric surround sound, you no longer necessarily need an expensive, space-consuming home cinema system, because clever soundbars are now able to create a thrilling cinema feeling even from a single source. The Philips Fidelio B8 offers the functionality of a 5.1.2 system in a compact soundbar, making it easy to enjoy excellent cinema sound in the living room.