Samsung – 2.0.2-Channel Wireless Rear Speaker Kit with Dolby Atmos/DTS:X – Black

I picked up a pair of the Samsung SWA-9500S Dolby Atmos Surround Speakers 35 watts per channel two weeks ago. I continue to be disappointed with Samsung because they neglect to implement the woofer/ tweeter configuration. Instead, they use full range speakers. In this case. the full range speakers that are used for the surrounds are acceptable. Since the grills are non-removable, I take a special light that penetrates the speaker grill and exposes the speaker driver for what it is. The Samsung surround speakers that I purchased back in 2020 (SWA-8500S), used a driver that represented a speaker that was installed in a Driver-in speaker, aka Cheap! The objective to a true Surround Sound experience is to have all speakers acoustically matched. I found a Dolby Digital Surround Test file on the internet, and when initiating the program, the SWA-9500S almost match the acoustics of the sound bar.
Now let’s talk about the connecting cord length. It is ridiculous to supply only five foot electrical cord. Extra cord is required if you want to use a good set of speaker stands. Luckily, I was able to find 10- and 12-feet replacement cords. This length is acceptable for most A/V setups.
I have read reviews where people have commented on the percentage of audio projected from the surround speakers, or the lack there of. I only noticed this while watching analog programing. Basically this would fall under the sub-stations of your local broadcasting channels. If you have OTA (Over the Air) this is most noticeable. To compensate for this loss, I set my Samsung sound bar to Virtual DTS-X. It raises the audio sound in all nine channels (speakers) 7 decibels. I disable this feature when watching true digital material. Because if I do not, the rear channels overpower the sound bar. Since I have my speaker close to the viewing area, this is most noticeable. However, if you have your speakers mounted on the wall overhead, you my find it beneficial to leave the Virtual DTS-X enabled.
Now with that said, keep in mind that the surround channel (speakers) only output background sounds. People appear to confuse this with quadraphonic sound. Where the sound comes from the speakers equally. The only time you should hear an actors voice in the surround channels if they are out of view of the camera. For example, In Hocus Pocus, where the camera is set on the main characters, and the witches are flying overhead and yet not visible in the scene. You will hear them cackling in the surrounds.

For the first time ever, yes, I would recommend this speaker set to others.

Samsung’s wireless surround speakers are a worthwhile addition to compatible Samsung soundbars, especially if you watch a lot of movies or content that can take advantage of the up-firing speakers.
During regular tv watching (news, sitcoms, children’s shows) they won’t make much difference. I have noticed a little extra crowd noise while watching sports and having the rear speakers turned all the way up in the SmartThings app.
Movies are where you will notice the most improvement. Watching Dune was much more immersive with these speakers added. It sounds great and was easy to pair with the Samsung Q800B soundbar.
I also appreciated only having to worry with the power cords for each individual speaker. No messing with speaker cables running all over the room to connect the pair to a subwoofer or hub of some kind.
I got an open box – satisfactory unit and aside from one small mark on the side of one of the speakers they seemed to be in like-new condition. Very happy with this rear speaker kit for what I paid.

I got these open box excellent for less than 100, so for that price yes, I think these are great. They definitely add sound and make a more immersive experience. But ultimately, I think you need stands for them to make the best use out of them, unless you happen to have conveniently located end tables/bookcases/shelves to the side of you or behind your watching area. I don’t think they do as well on the floor. Put one on an end table and the other on the floor test. End table side produced much clearer sound.
Also these can only be used WITH a compatible Samsung soundbar (I use HW-Q800C). Not as standalone speakers, even though they are full range. Which I mean, would have added more utility but since they are really only meant to be used in a home theater setup anyway, not really an issue. Just thought I would add in case anyone was wondering.