Theory Audio Design sb65 3-Channel Passive Soundbar

About The Theory Audio Design sb65 3-Channel Passive Soundbar

Theory soundbars are unlike any others and are capable of surprising output, clarity and dynamics. Unlike most so-called “soundbars” available today, the sound emanating from a Theory soundbar is big and open, and detached from the soundbar itself. You simply experience big theatrical sound that envelopes you with astonishingly clarity and dynamics.

Since their introduction in late 2019, reviewer opinions around the world are unanimous: the Theory soundbars are the very best money can buy.

The sb65 is designed to match the width of 65” TVs for an integrated look and offers the widest bandwidth and highest output available in its class. No other soundbar can come close to Theory's soundbar performance.

The extruded aluminium construction allows the sb65 to achieve true full-range performance and high-output in a package that is only 96.5 mm deep (100mm wall mounted including brackets).

With its Z-clips (included) and optional sb Table Top Stands, the sb65 can mount on the wall or sit on a piece of furniture. Its slender enclosure, clean fabric grille, premium finish and gentle sculpted curves allow it to "disappear" into the architectural background but look surprisingly handsome in environments where it's easily seen. The performance of the sb65 must be experienced to be believed.

The Theory of Everything: Theory is genuinely unique - their products have completely changed the level of performance attainable from small to medium size installed sound systems. Part of the way they attain this level of performance is by employing proprietary DSP techniques to process the signal for their loudspeakers and subwoof­ers with a very high degree of precision.

As such, the Theory ecosystem of products is a little different than what you're used to as all The­ory loudspeaker models require the application of Theory High Resolution Digital Loudspeaker Processing. For this reason, it is best to think of Theory loudspeakers as "active" or "powered" speakers - Theory have just elected to place the electronics, normally installed inside the loudspeaker itself, in rack-mountable chasses, outside the harsh environment of the loudspeaker, and where wiring and service of the electronics can be accomplished painlessly.

So, when configuring system designs, always pair your chosen Theory loudspeakers with appropriate Theory Amplified Loudspeaker Controllers. These highly powerful and flexible units will make deploying Theory systems simple and painless and will guaranty the best performance available for your application.

Applications

High Output Surround Sound Systems: Residential and commercial media rooms, TV rooms, gaming systems, home offices, and bedrooms

Background and Foreground Commercial Audio Systems: Bars and sports bars, restaurants, retail stores, hotels, houses of worship, screening rooms, lobbies, banks, museums and art exhibits, financial institutions, etc

Corporate Conferencing and Education: Executive offices, boardrooms, high-end conference rooms, lecture halls, classrooms, etc

Our Review

The Theory sb65 3-Channel Passive Soundbar isn’t your average slim-line TV add-on - it’s a powerhouse wrapped in a sleek, architectural-friendly design. Matched perfectly to 65” TVs, the sb65 delivers massive, cinema-style sound that feels detached from the bar itself, filling the room with a sense of space, clarity and surprising dynamic range. Built from extruded aluminium and just under 100mm deep when wall-mounted, it manages to look refined while packing serious performance under the hood. Add in Theory’s proprietary DSP magic (delivered via external amplified controllers), and you’ve got a soundbar that behaves more like a trio of full-sized speakers in disguise. Whether wall-mounted or set on a console, the sb65 is proof that big, bold sound doesn’t need to come in a big, bulky package.

Main Features & Specifications

• Design: High Output Three-Channel Passive Soundbar for 65" TVs – Sold Individually
• Operation: Passive, Requires 3 Theory Loudspeaker Controller Amp Channels
• DSP Requirements: Requires Model-Specific Theory-Certified DSP Loudspeaker Processing
• Drivers
  • 6 x 5” (127mm) Theory Carbon Fibre Low Frequency Drivers
  • 3 x 1.4” (35.5mm) Theory AdvancedPoly™ High Frequency Compression Drivers
• Enclosure: Powder Coated and Anodized Extruded and Machined Aluminium, Fabric Grille
• Terminals: Twin Spring-Loaded Push Terminals
• Outdoor Capability: Indoor Use Only
• Mounting Points: Two Theory VersaSlot^TM T-Slots Running Full Width with 4 x M5 Captive Nuts
• Optional Table Top Stand
• Bandwidth
  • 75Hz - 23kHz, -6dB
  • 65Hz - 25kHz, -10dB
• Coverage: 125° Conical; 160° @ 10kHz, -12dB
• Sensitivity: 94dB (LF); 108dB (HF) SPL/2.83V/1m
• Power Handling:
  • 200W (AES)
  • 400W (Continuous)
  • 800W (Peak)
• Minimum Recommended Power: 50W RMS
• Maximum Output
  • 117dB SPL / 1m (based on AES power rating) per channel driven
  • >124dB SPL / 1m (peak) three channels driven
• Nominal Impedance: 4 Ohms
• Included Accessories: Theory Z-Clip Mounting Brackets (male and female) for Flat Surface Mounting
• Optional Accessories: sb Table Top Stand Kit
• Colour: Black
• Dimensions (WxHxD): 1,448 x 241 x 97mm
• Total Installed Depth: 100mm Including Z-Clip Mounting Brackets
• Weight: 28.4 kg
• Manufacturer's Warranty: 5 Years. Does not include misuse.

Note: Features & Specifications Subject To Change Without Notice. E&OE.