ULTIMEA 4.1ch Sound Bar for Smart TV with Subwoofer, App, Peak Power 200W, 2-in-1 Detachable Bluetooth 5.3 Soundbar, Bass Adjustable, 3 EQ Modes TV Sound Bar, ARC/Optical/Aux, Apollo S50 2025 Version

The ULTIMEA 5.1 Surround Sound System offers a surprisingly full home-theater experience at a budget-friendly price. Its setup includes a compact main soundbar, a wireless subwoofer, and two rear satellite speakers — a true “5.1” configuration that aims to bring immersive surround sound to your living room without the complexity (or cost) of a high-end receiver system. Sound Quality Immersion & Surround: For its price point, the system does a solid job creating a sense of directionality. The rear speakers add real spatial effects in movies, especially during action scenes, making it feel more cinematic. Bass: The subwoofer is powerful and delivers decent low-end punch. Thanks to ULTIMEA’s “BassMAX” tech, the lows feel controlled and not overly boomy — great for explosions and deep rumble without dominating the rest of the mix. Clarity & Dialogue: Vocals and dialogue are generally clear, particularly in the dedicated “Dialogue” mode. The mid-range is decent, though some users note a bit of a tinny or thin quality when turned up very high. Atmos / Surround Processing: While marketed with “Atmos” processing on some versions, it’s important to be realistic: there are no up-firing speakers, so it doesn’t deliver true 3D height effects like a dedicated Dolby Atmos system. Some of the surround comes from ULTIMEA’s algorithm (e.g. “SurroundX”) which transforms stereo input to a 5.1 feel. Build & Design The soundbar and rear speakers have a no-frills, functional design. Nothing too flashy, but they’re compact enough to fit under or beside a TV without dominating the space. The subwoofers shape means it can be tucked beside a piece of furniture. Setup is straightforward. According to the manufacturer, it supports simple plug-and-play connections for HDMI ARC, optical, RCA. There is an app that gives you EQ controls and several preset sound matrices, making it flexible for different content. Connectivity HDMI eARC / ARC for high-quality audio and ease of use with modern TVs. Bluetooth (5.3) for wireless music streaming. Wired options: optical in, 3.5 mm, RCA — gives versatility depending on your gear. Power & wiring: The rear speakers connect via wired connection to the subwoofer. uk.whatgeek Pros Excellent value: For a full 5.1 system, this is much more affordable than many comparable surround setups. Real surround experience: Unlike many “soundbars + virtual surround,” this gives you discrete rear speakers. Flexible EQ and app control: Ability to tailor sound to your preferences. Good bass: Subwoofer delivers solid lows without being overbearing. Relatively easy setup: No need for a full AV receiver; simpler to get going. Given the price, quality control can vary — some users suggest checking early and keeping the return window open. Use Case & Suitability This system is best suited for: Budget-conscious home cinema users who want legitimate surround sound without spending on a full AV receiver setup. Living rooms or small-to-medium sized rooms (ULTIMEA recommends around 20–35 m² for their 5.1 systems). Ultimea Gaming setups: The 5.1 surround provides a good spatial audio experience for games. Movie watching: Especially effective for cinematic content that benefits from surround effects. Overall Verdict The ULTIMEA 5.1 Surround Sound/System (Poseidon D50) is a seriously good value proposition for anyone stepping up from TV speakers but not ready (or willing) to invest in a full AV setup. It doesn’t match high-end systems in terms of refinement or raw power, but its real surround speaker setup, decent subwoofer, and flexible EQ make it a very compelling option for budget home theater.

Only installed it this morning, so these are my first impressions. Connected without a hitch through hdmi arc. The installation and Bluetooth connection took less than 10 mins. Unpacking the hardware and preparing took longer than the installation, ha,ha. All the parts were there and look well made. The sub woofer sounds moody and deep, quite impressed. The front and rear speakers 🔊 sound crisp and clear. I had a little time before I set off to work to try the movie, sport and music modes, all good and well pleased so far. A budget price for a near premium sound.

Arrived yesterday and the first impression is good — they feel sturdy and solidly built. Connection was super easy and straightforward. The sound isn’t phenomenal, but for this price range it’s absolutely fine. Volume can go very high, although the clarity drops a bit at the top end. Overall, a good product for a very low cost, ideal if you want something simple that still delivers decent power.

This is the best soundbar and gives me around 70 percent of the performance of my Sonos which is around 8x more expensive. I would highly recommend this for home cinema or even computer gaming. What I like: You can adjust bass tremble and mid range and there is on screen display to confirm the settings. The remote is responsive and great quality. Subwoofer gives deep bass which is clear and distortion free. Soundbar is loud and the surround affects fill the room with cinematic sounds. This reminds me of the speakers of old , seems very high quality. It has digital in for modern devices but no aux port so if you want to use analogue devices you will need to purchase a audio to digital converter, most are sold here on Amazon for around 15 quid. The soundbar is heavy and well built , a sign of good quality drivers. This is probably the best speaker for mid level Audio and sounds are crisp and permeate all around. Excellent item, well worth it. For context I have had TCL soundbar and LG and hisense. This is by far better than all of those which cost more.

Easy to set up & a huge upgrade in sound from my TV speakers. The only thing I dislike is the annoying loud “chimes” sound it makes when the TV is switched on and off (and it doesn’t make a difference to this what number the TV volume is set at).. if I can find a way to disable the annoying 6am announcement that my kid is watching TV I’ll be 100% happy 😄

First of all, it feels and looks discrete and very high quality. Here are the good points: It’s dead easy to connect, we have a Samsung smart telly, with an HDMI(ARC) socket, which connects with the HDMI lead they include. We could have used the optical lead, but then we would have had to use two remotes. This way, with ARC, the TV remote controls the sound bar system as well as the TV. The front speakers are on little tables a couple of feet either side of the telly, the rear subwoofer is behind the settee. The rear surround sound speakers plug into the sub woofer, which of course is wireless. This solved the problem of routing speaker wires from the telly round the room to behind the settee. The speaker wires they supply have phono connectors so it’s all very neat and simple, with no splicing needed. The sound is amazing. Our room is 15’ x 23’ and when we watch a film, the sound is all around, and above (somehow, and I don’t understand how), the bass is thunderous and shakes the room! The different options are excellent - with Bluetooth for streaming, and a comprehensive set of options on the remote control. Our previous system was a 100 watt Pioneer 5.1 and after eight years it gave up the ghost. This is better sounding and it certainly deals with those difficult-to-hear dialogues that sometimes plague us these days, when actors can’t be bothered to speak up clearly. The main bar, is so tidy and discrete it sits in front of the TV stand and really isn’t noticeable but, my goodness, the sound it puts out is brilliant! There are touch buttons discretely placed on top for volume up and down, on and off, and Bluetooth. There is a USB socket in the back and I’ve prepared some music selections on memory sticks which I put in to give us background music, or as a full performance, when it makes us feel as if we’re int he middle of the orchestra. The sound is clean and powerful. For ordinary TV, not films, we find the GAME setting best for us. Then there’s the iPhone app which allows us to customise and fine tune everything. We also have the main buttons on the app, replicating the ones on top of the bar. On this app, you can create and name customised settings that suit you, using the very comprehensive equaliser page, but they already include, Music, Game, Movies, Sport and Speech. On the remote control there is button not mentioned in the manual, and that synthesises surround sound for sources (like music on the USB stick) that don’t come with surround sound coding. This puts music all round you. There are no bad points. But there is one feature I would change: When it comes on and goes off, it plays a loudish ding dong sound, and I would like the option to silence it. Maybe an update will do that. This system is Chinese manufacturing excellence at it’s absolute best - it will never satisfy the ardent purists who want turntables and amplifiers with valves, but for the rest of us, it’s absolutely perfect.

Exceptional Value for Immersive Sound I recently purchased the Ultimea Poseidon D50, and I am thoroughly impressed with its performance. For under £100, this 5.1 channel system delivers a cinematic audio experience that rivals much more expensive setups. Sound Quality: The soundbar, paired with the wireless subwoofer and rear speakers, creates a rich, immersive environment. The bass is deep and punchy, while dialogue remains clear and distinct. The surround sound effect adds depth to movies and music, making every viewing experience more engaging. Connectivity: Setting up was a breeze, thanks to HDMI ARC, optical, and AUX inputs. The Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity allows seamless streaming from my phone, adding versatility to the system. Design: The sleek, modern design fits perfectly in my living room setup. The included wall brackets and cables made installation straightforward, and the system’s compact size doesn’t overwhelm the space. Value: Considering the price, the Poseidon D50 offers exceptional value. It provides true 5.1 surround sound without the premium price tag, making it an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their home audio experience on a budget. In summary, the Ultimea Poseidon D50 is a top-notch sound system that delivers impressive audio performance at an unbeatable price. Highly recommended for those seeking quality surround sound without breaking the bank - It also works with my razer Audio Mixer which creates a great streaming environment.

I have studio monitors in my PC & I do a lot of music production & let me make this very clear these speakers are awful - if you're watching a movie and want full immersion - the back speakers are decent but the main soundbar is inadequate. Its sound is way less powerful than the back speakers meaning you may get the immersion around you but, the dialogue or action in front of you is drowned out even in standard movie scenes... If you try to get the volume high enough to become satisfactory - the soundbar then becomes tinny. Which is never good - plus I have neighbours I can't put it on full blast just so I can hear things better. Another thing I'd like to note is that the sound cables provided are very poor quality & the power cable is faulty - immediately had sparks every time - tried plugging in my studio monitors to the same ports and their was no issue so yeah another thing to be aware of. I got some adapter cables for my studio monitors for my TV and immediately I felt the difference.. even without the cool immersion speakers in the back... It was so much better. If anyone is wondering I have two Yamaha hs5s very powerful and clear speakers. I forgot to mention too that the music quality on this speaker set is absolutely atrocious so if your looking for any type of use in this you are doomed. My best advice would be to make a gradual investment into your TV sound experience. I get these are budget friendly but they really do suck. If you don't wanna spend much or have them already... Plug in two decent speakers - set them up as a 2.1 - if your TV doesn't have the ports they're really cheap adapters online (rather than needing an amp or a bluray player). I really am having a much better time with my 2.1 compared to this cheap crap '5.1'.... it's much better than just having a soundbar/subwoofer too because their is two independent speakers of much higher quality and sound capability and they have their own woofers. (It could also be more budget friendly) If you do truly want a 5.1/7.1 setup buy your gear over time. If you look online at these setups what your going to see is a centre speaker, two front corner speakers, two back corner speakers, subwoofer & two extra back speakers (for 7.1) My advice for this kind of setup is to start of with one STRONG centre speaker as that's your main focus when it comes to your sound - you can also plug this into your TV without needing an amp or bluray player. I would even suggest a solo studio monitor as they are very clear, very powerful and have an adjustable sound dial so you'll never be drowned out by the surround sound, plus they have a woofer which'll give you more time to budget a subwoofer. Now when your getting the rest of your supply your gonna need a bluray player or an amp first. A good amp cost a lot more than a good bluray player but if you don't use physical media it's useless - plus with a good amp you can have it connected to your TV, phone, pc ,console ,laptop etc. but if you just want it for the TV you can get an amp cheaper than a bluray player so win win really. Once you have that covered your gonna want surround speakers - they're decent pricing, they are easy to place and tuck away - You'll need four so don't get nothing crazy priced... One for each corner of the room... Then you have a 5.0, all that's left is a subwoofer to create your 5.1... you could also get standing or bookshelf speakers instead, depends really on your room layout, what's your budget (may be cheaper, may cost more) It becomes tricky with a 7.1 though as you now have to get two speakers at your back meaning your sofa needs to be in the centre-ish of your room... You may not even feel the need to upgrade to this but if it's a must you need a good sized room for starters. Then you can decide on what speakers to get - I'm not too sure on what'd be the best option, that kinda depends on your room layout because it's not really good having them high up as you want back sound not surround sound... But yeah there's my opinion and my guidance for you.. returning these today - gotta wait up to 14 days for a refund 💀