That said, the tendency to lean towards the low-end does mean that in action scenes dialogue can become lost in the commotion. I found the voice mode helped in pushing it forward, and I’d recommend switching it on from the get-go. It also brings to attention the placement of sounds, with the left and right channels separated well enough to get a sense of the unfurling action. It’s a big sound, too, taller than I expected. However, the size of the soundbar means it isn’t the widest: it’s big enough to feel a medium-size room with ease. If anything, it could go louder and bigger if you want to invoke the ire of your neighbours.

For music, the soundbase supports Bluetooth streaming via aptX. There’s a very simple setup procedure to connect your device via Bluetooth. Bluetooth has less range than WiFi so your phone or tablet will need to be with 10-15m of the DM55. Comparison TV Sound

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For more information about any of our products or to arrange a demonstration please pop into your local store today or call our telesales team on 0333 900 0093. As well as making your TV sound great, the Canton DM 55 also offers easy Bluetooth music streaming. Using the high quality apt-X Bluetooth codec, you can stream music from your smartphone, tablet or Bluetooth-equipped laptop or desktop computer. Stream your music library or use a music streaming service such as Spotify and enjoy a massive range of music in Canton quality.

The DM5 measures 55cm wide and stands just 6.4cm tall, meaning it will slip beneath the majority of TVs without issue. In fact, with the Samsung QE55Q9C we tested it with, it nestled neatly into the middle of the V-shaped stand.

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The 6 driver DM55 is the smallest of a range of soundbases from Canton, an established and well respected German brand. The 55 stands for 55cm (width). They also do a DM75 (8 drivers ) and DM100 (10 drivers) at 75cm and 100cm wide respectively with higher specs.