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Philips Fidelio FB1

Philips Fidelio FB1
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alaScore 95

10 reviews

Nov, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 10 reviews of Philips Fidelio FB1. The average rating for this product is 4.4/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. Comments about the soundstage and reliability are on the whole positive. The design and bass quality also get good feedback, but there are some mixed reviews about the usability and price.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Philips Fidelio FB1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 95/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by (t3.com)

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: maximum bass, minimum fuss

 

This Atmos soundbar might be the best choice for anyone looking for deep bass from a single unit

Wide front soundstage ; Deep bass extension ; Clearly defined dialogue ; Attractive design and solid build

Front-heavy delivery ; No support for HDMI 2.1

The Philips Fidelio FB1 is a capable and stylish soundbar that delivers deep bass despite the lack of a separate subwoofer. The soundstage is expansive with precisely placed overhead effects, and only the connectivity disappoints. Otherwise this is a...

Jul, 2023
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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Philips Fidelio FB1 review

 

A prodigiously intelligent soundbar, but does its sound match its spec?

Clear vocals ; Excellent connectivity ; Sounds both expansive and direct

Sonically, a touch harsh ; Excessive menu options ; No VRR/ALLM support

The Philips Fidelio is a well-specced, room-filling single soundbar that is slightly let down by some sonic brashness

Dec, 2022
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Expert review by : Mark Craven (homecinemachoice.com)

Philips Fidelio FB1 Soundbar Review

 

Superb sound tuning means Philips' FB1 one-box audio solution puts in a performance that makes its price tag look like a steal. And the feature set ain't bad either, says Mark Craven Call me easily impressed, but it was within minutes of getting...

Oct, 2022
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Expert review by : Luke Baker (pocket-lint.com)

Philips Fidelio FB1 initial review: Premium modular Atmos sound

 

We got to experience a demonstration of the new soundbar and its modular family of wireless home cinema speakers.

Premium look and feel ; Modular upgradability ; Chromecast built-in ; Wide range of compatible services with DTS Play-Fi ; Excellent sound

Fairly pricey if you opt for the full system

The Philips Fidelio FB1 is a powerful, precisely engineered soundbar with bags of connectivity. We'll need to hear more before we give our judgement, but things are sounding good so far.

Sep, 2022
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Expert review by : Simon Lucas (stuff.tv)

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: as Atmos-y as can be

 

Philips does what it does best - and refuses to change what it doesn't - but the Fidelio FB1's positives outweigh any setup woes

Big, expansive and engrossing sound ; Impressive low-frequency presence ; Well made and nicely finished ; Good connectivity

Slightly edgy and bright high frequencies ; Hopeless ergonomics ; Not suitable for vegetarians

Ignore (if you can) all the apps and the oddball remote control, and you’re left with a great-sounding soundbar for movies and music alike

May, 2023
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Expert review by (eisa.eu)

Philips Fidelio FB1

 

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Expert review by : Simon Cohen (digitaltrends.com)

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: the sledgehammer of soundbars

 

With a 7.1.2 system and impressively potent bass, the Fidelio FB1 could be the Dolby Atmos soundbar you've been waiting for. Shame it's so hard to use, then.

Very powerful Dolby Atmos sound Excellent bass response Room calibration Tons of audio settings Airplay/Chromecast/hi-res audio

Confusing, two-app setup Sync issues when adding surrounds and sub No instruction manual in the box

“Outstanding bass and power make the Philips Fidelio FB1 a fantastic single-speaker soundbar.”

Jan, 2023
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Expert review by : Will Greenwald (pcmag.com)

Philips Fidelio FB1 Review

 

Powerful bass and crisp highs ; Spatial audio with dedicated height channels ; Support for Apple AirPlay and DTS Play-Fi

Buggy calibration process ; Spatial imaging doesn’t match competitors ; Heavily sculpted sound profile

The Philips Fidelio FB1 soundbar pushes out serious bass without a dedicated subwoofer and spreads decent spatial audio around the room.

Jan, 2023
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Expert review by : Simon Lucas (stuff.tv_in)

Philips Fidelio FB1 review: as Atmos-y as can be

 

Philips does what it does best - and refuses to change what it doesn't - but the Fidelio FB1's positives outweigh any setup woes

Big, expansive and engrossing sound ; Impressive low-frequency presence ; Well made and nicely finished ; Good connectivity

Slightly edgy and bright high frequencies ; Hopeless ergonomics ; Not suitable for vegetarians

Ignore (if you can) all the apps and the oddball remote control, and you’re left with a great-sounding soundbar for movies and music alike

May, 2023
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