Thanks for stopping by for our review of the best Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars. As you’ve probably already discover, hence you visting us, there are tons of different options when it comes to buying Home cinema systems and sound bars, in fact we found 132 products in the category at Currys PC World alone. And of those 132, Panasonic is the manufacturer of 10 of them. That’s why we’ve hunted around the web and pulled together some of the top pieces of information to find you the best Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars. This includes the price, the popularity at major retailers like Currys PC World, the number of reviews and the overall review score.
1. PANASONIC SC-HTB8EB-K 2.0 Sound Bar
Latest price check: £49.97
Ranking 1 of 10
Review Score: 8/10
91 reviews
Key Features:
- 80 W
- Bluetooth
- Optical
2. PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar
Latest price check: £149
Ranking 2 of 10
Review Score: 8/10
103 reviews
Key Features:
- 300 W RMS with dialogue enhancement
- Wireless subwoofer
- Bluetooth
- HDMI / Optical
3. PANASONIC HTB498 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
Latest price check: £119
Ranking 3 of 10
Review Score: 8/10
71 reviews
Key Features:
- 180 W RMS
- Wireless subwoofer
- Bluetooth
- HDMI / Optical
4. PANASONIC SC-HTB208EBK 2.0 Wireless Compact Sound Bar
Latest price check: £99.99
Ranking 4 of 10
Review Score: 8/10
64 reviews
Key Features:
- 80 W
- Supports High-Resolution Audio
- Bluetooth
- HDMI / Optical
5. PANASONIC SC-SB1EB-K 2.1 Sound Bar
Latest price check: £150
Ranking 5 of 10
Review Score: 8/10
25 reviews
Key Features:
- 40 W
- Supports High-Resolution Audio with 4K pass-through
- Built-in subwoofer
- Bluetooth
6. PANASONIC SC-HTB488EBK 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
Latest price check: £169
Ranking 6 of 10
Review Score: 9/10
24 reviews
Key Features:
- 200 W
- Wireless subwoofer
- Bluetooth
- HDMI / Optical
More information
So you’ve seen the top products that we found for Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars, but before you go on to buy one, you’re going to want to know some of the key features and benefits you can expect from each. Below we give you a short overview of each of our favourite products in the Home cinema systems and sound bars category from Panasonic. Our advice is to take your time looking at the overview of each and then go onto Currys PC World where you can read lots of customer reviews.
1. Our Top Pick – PANASONIC SC-HTB8EB-K 2.0 Sound Bar
Price: £49.97
Enjoy cinema quality sound and straightforward connections with the Panasonic SC-HTB8EB-K 2.0 Sound Bar. Wireless Bluetooth connection Play your favourite music with any Bluetooth compatible device without having to fuss with any wires. There’s no need to plug in or dock your device with the SC-HTB8 2.0 Sound Bar – simply pair your phone or music player through Bluetooth. Connect easily to your set top box or TV with a single lead via the optical input, so that you can enjoy great performance in moments. Wall mountable Configure the optimal space for dynamic sound with the SCHTB8 Sound Bar’s wall mounting capabilities. The sound direction can be changed to 0¬∞or 90¬∞ so that you can enjoy sound that suits your home. Designed with a low-profile, streamlined shape, the SC HTB8EB can sit in front of your TV but doesn’t block the screen. The shape is slanted forward so that you can incorporate a large speaker into your media system without compromising on space. Make the most of your TV, favourite films and music with the Panasonic SC-HTB8EB-K 2.0 Sound Bar.
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2. PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar
Price: £149
Top features:- Enjoy powerful, clear audio to enhance your home entertainment – Wireless subwoofer lets you create a flexible sound setup – Bluetooth technology allows you to stream audio from your smart devices – HDMI and optical connections make it easy to connect your other devices Enjoy powerful, clear audioThe Panasonic SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bardelivers up to 300 W through 3.1 channel surround sound speakers to create an immersive home audio experience. With a dedicated central speaker to carry dialogue, the sound bar helps to keep TV dialogue and vocals in music crisp and clear.Wireless subwooferYou can create your ideal home entertainment setup with the SCHT B688EBK. The included wireless subwoofer delivers deep and powerful bass, and since it is wireless you can position it in the most convenient position without having to worry about wires and cables.Bluetooth technologyMaking use of Bluetooth technology, the SC-HTB-688EBK can be connected to your smartphone or tablet so that you can stream your favourite music through the speakers. Ideal for sharing your songs and playlists with your friends and family, it delivers clear and balanced sound.HDMI and optical connectionsIt’s easy to add the SCHTB688 to your existing home entertainment setup as it features both HDMI and optical connections. The HDMI connection is ARC compatible, removing the need for a separate audio cable. You can also use the HDMI input to control the basic sound bar functions using your TV remote when connected to a CEC compatible TV.Don’t forget your cables Check out our range of HDMI and optical cables to connect your input devices and to make sure your new sound bar works perfectly, with improved transfer speeds. Look out for the Sandstrom Silver Series HDMI cables with their lifetime warranty.
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3. PANASONIC HTB498 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
Price: £119
Top features: – Clear, powerful sound from a stylish sound bar – Set-up flexibility with CEC so you don’t have to juggle controllers – Wireless subwoofer means you can place wherever best suits you – Stream your favourite audio with Bluetooth connection Clear, powerful soundExperience powerful audio in the comfort of your own home with the stylish Panasonic HTB498 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar.While some sound bars simply deliver louder audio, the SC-HTB498 uses improved speakers for clear sound that also accentuates speech, so you don’t miss any of the plot of the movie you’re watching.Set-up flexibilityWith HDMI and high-quality optical connections, the SC-HTB498EBK gives you the flexibility to set up your system how you want.The HDMI input has CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) so you can control the sound bar with you TV remote, so you don’t have to juggle controllers.Wireless subwooferPlace the subwoofer wherever suits you, as it wirelessly connects to the sound bar, saving you from having to hide wires around your home.It has been designed for dynamic and robust bass sound that places you in the action, for a cinema-like experience.Stream your favourite audioThe SCHTB498 isn’t just an elegant addition to your home entertainment set up, it can also be used to stream your favourite music.Simply connect your smartphone or tablet to the sound bar via Bluetooth technology and enjoy songs with outstanding performance.Don’t forget your cablesCheck out our range of HDMI and optical cables to connect your input devices and to make sure your new sound bar works perfectly, with improved transfer speeds. Look out for the Sandstrom Silver Series HDMI cables with their lifetime warranty.
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4. PANASONIC SC-HTB208EBK 2.0 Wireless Compact Sound Bar
Price: £99.99
Top features: – 80 watts output power delivers mesmerising sound – Bluetooth to access quality sound from your devices – Stylish and discreet design to go with your TV 80 watts output powerWith a whole lot of sound power packed into a compact size, the Panasonic SC-HTB208EBK 2.0 Wireless Compact Sound Bar brings your sports, reality shows, and music to life with clear acoustics and spectacular stereo effects.80 watts of output power from two full-range speakers combined with Panasonic’s accumulated technologies, including Bass Reflex, let you enjoy rich sound any time.BluetoothBluetooth connection lets you enjoy music and more from your smartphone or tablet for a quality home theatre system.Stylish and discreet designThe SC-HTB208EBK Sound Bar fits nicely on any television stand or beneath the TV frame to compliment your room d√©cor and deliver the sound you love.Get yourself connectedSetting up your new kit doesn’t need to be complicated. Avoid disappointment and make sure your system works straight out the box by checking you’ve got the right cables for your setup.Sandstrom Gold Series cables are just the ticket – they even come with a reassuring lifetime guarantee. Happy faces all round.
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5. PANASONIC SC-SB1EB-K 2.1 Sound Bar
Price: £150
Top features:- Dynamic sound in a compact design – Bluetooth technology lets you listen to music wirelessly – 4K pass through lets you achieve high quality sound Dynamic sound in a compact designThe Panasonic SC-SB1EB-K 2.1 Sound Bar delivers dynamic sound to enhance your home entertainment. Despite its compact size, the sound bar uses high-resolution tweeters and full-range speakers, as well as a built-in subwoofer.Distortion is corrected to improve the audio performance while dynamic bass is delivered without causing the sound bar to shake or vibrate too much.Bluetooth technologyYou can easily stream music from your smartphone to the SC-SB1EB-K using the sound bar’s Bluetooth technology.4K pass throughWith its 4K pass through, the SC-SB1EB-K transmits 4K and HDR video signals from an Ultra HD Blu-ray player or other device directly to your TV. When connected to a CEC compatible TV, you can control the volume and power using the TV remote.Don’t forget your cablesCheck out our range of HDMI and optical cables to connect your input devices and to make sure your new [home cinema system/sound bar] works perfectly, with improved transfer speeds. Look out for the Sandstrom Silver Series HDMI cables with their lifetime warranty.
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6. PANASONIC SC-HTB488EBK 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
Price: £169
Top features:- Powerful sound output to boost your home audio – Bluetooth streaming to play your favourite music – Wireless subwoofer allows you to create a flexible setup Powerful sound outputThe Panasonic SC-HTB488EBK 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar has a 200 W output to fill your room with sound. With balanced sound production for movies, TV and music, the sound bar and wireless subwoofer combine to deliver clear and precise audio along with impressive bass.Bluetooth streamingIn addition to enhancing your home viewing entertainment, the sound bar can be used as a Bluetooth speaker for clear and enjoyable home audio. Simply connect your smartphone or tablet to enjoy your favourite music and playlists.The sound bar connects to your TV using a wired connection. In addition to an optical port, it also has ARC HDMI to send both video and audio signals to your TV. For added convenience, you can control the basic functions of the sound bar using your TV remote when using a CEC compatible TV.Wireless subwooferYou can create your ideal home entertainment setup using the HTB488 as it features a wireless subwoofer which can be placed in the most convenient position. Since you don’t have to worry about wires, you can simply enjoy tight and powerful bass sounds no matter where the subwoofer is in the room.Don’t forget your cablesCheck out our range of HDMI and optical cables to connect your input devices and to make sure your new SC-HTB488EBK works perfectly, with improved transfer speeds. Look out for the Sandstrom Silver Series HDMI cables with their lifetime warranty.
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What makes the best Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars?
There are lots of things that you’ll need to consider when you’re trying to find the best Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars for your personal circumstance. One person’s best Home cinema systems and sound bars is another person’s worst. But the tips below should be used to help you when shopping for the perfect Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars.
Read lots of reviews
Reviews are your number 1 asset when you’re shopping for a product online that you’re unable to physically get hold of before buying. Think of a review as an alternative to actually trialling a product. You can probably think of several occasions where a friend or relative has mentioned how good a product is and you’ve gone on to buy it. Use reviews in a similar fashion, so good or bad, take the overall feedback of a product as a solid bit of advice. For example you’ll see that PANASONIC SC-HTB8EB-K 2.0 Sound Bar has scored 8/10 from the 91 at Currys PC World which is one of the reasons it has topped the chart for us and made it as our top Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars.
Check Prices
Shopping around is of course a very important step to ensuring you get a good deal and the best possible Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars for your money. Especially with a product that can vary so much in price. To give you an idea of the variation, the cheapest product we found in the Home cinema systems and sound bars category was £49 and the most expensive of the 132 products was £9999.99, although the average was £894.61. Another thing worth looking at, is specifically looking at the price of products from Panasonic. The cheapest we found was £19.99, the most expensive £4299 and the average came in at £381.47.
Stick to the top shops
There are tons of different retailers that sell Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars, but being such a popular product you can see why there are people out there trying to capitalise on the opportunity to grab your money and run. One of the most important pieces of advice we can offer you is PLEASE only shop at retailers that you know. You’ll often find there are really good deals to be had with the major retailers anyway. In fact our top rated Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars, PANASONIC SC-HTB8EB-K 2.0 Sound Bar was available at Currys PC World for just £49.97 in our last price scan.
Factor in the delivery cost
This point is kind of a combined point about creating a budget for yourself. As you’ve seen above there is a massive variance in price from the cheapest to most expensive Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars, so we strongly recommend you take the time to set yourself a budget. That way you won’t find yourself spending a lot more than you can afford.
So the second part of the point is an important one, if you’re shopping and buying online, make sure you factor in any delivery costs when you’re setting yourself a budget. Whilst it’s likely to be a minimal cost it is still worthwhile having in mind.
Warranty
Our final point is for you to take the time to read up on the warranty period that you’ll be covered by when you shop for your Panasonic Home cinema systems and sound bars. You might find that the retailer like Currys PC World provides (or offers for an additional cost) a warranty for your product. You’ll also likely find that Panasonic cover it too.
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