The best soundbars of CES 2026: Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, Audio by Bang & Olufsen, and Icelandic volcanoes

New TVs could be found in abundance at CES 2026, but soundbars proved to be more elusive as I stalked the halls of the Las Vegas Convention Center and the surrounding hotels.

A few specimens were on display, however, and some of these might very well be added to the pantheon of the best soundbars once we get them in for proper testing. From a technically advanced model packing the new Dolby Atmos FlexConnect technology to a basic soundbar-and-sub combination with an appealingly slim and simple design, and Audio by Bang & Olufsen, these were the standout soundbars I encountered at the show.

LG Sound Suite H7 soundbar

• The first soundbar with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
• Sound Follow feature tunes the sound to your seating location using ultra-wideband (UWB) tech

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