ULTIMEA 2.2ch Sound Bars for TV, Peak Power 100W, App, 2-in-1 Detachable Bluetooth 5.3 Soundbar, BassMX, 3 EQ Modes, VoiceMX for Clear Dialog, HDMI/Optical/Aux/Wall Mount, Apollo S40 Pro, 2025 Version

was completely fed up of standalone speakers for my Mac and the poor quality of what (I thought) was a decent pair out of a well known electronic shop, I decided to give Ultimea a try. Already owning the entry level surround system for my main TV, I bought the 2.1 channel system to replace what I had plugged in to my Mac setup. Ok - first impressions, neat little unit offering USB, Bluetooth, Optical and aux cable inputs and an app to help you fine tune the audio to your liking. You can wall mount or as in my case, sling it under my monitor and still have access to the on unit controls - Plugged in and working straight out of the box - Initially connected via the supplied 3.5mm cable - no issues - Decided nah that's one too many wires - bluetooth connection to the Mac was pretty instant. Sound quality, ok I'm a bit of an audiophile so to say I was surprised is an understatement. - Crisp high notes (could be a litter crisper for my liking but I'm not complaining. - A decently punchy bass out of the sub. - A pretty decent dynamic sound - actually better stereo effect than the two stand alone speakers it replaced. Sometimes almost surround sound like if you are sitting in the right spot. - Ok this thing isn't massive but jeez it's got some power - haven't dared go full blast with it yet as I actually quite like my neighbours. definitely giving this 5/5 on value, styling, connectivity, sound quality and general ease of use - pretty darn decent bit of kit for the money. If all you are doing is replacing a speaker system for a pc or don't have a lot of room for a full 5.1 speaker kit, would definitely recommend.

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.

The good: The important bits are really good. The packaging did its job, the unboxing experience pleasant, and nice to have leads for all combinations. I chose to set mine up vertically and the stands work well. I'm using it via SPDIF/Optical for my desktop PC, both for gaming and music whilst I work. Both sound good and there's a good number of presets to make it easy to set it to your taste. I paid £99 for this in Q2 2025. I consider that fair value, and the quality of the components and the sound is noticably better than the £50 unit it replaces. The bad: 1. The Android app requires you to register for an account with Ultimea before you can configure the soundbar to change any settings. This means giving them your email address and even your date of birth before it will work. Why does Ultimea need my birthday? It's not alcoholic, it's not a weapon - just greedy information gathering for their benefit I strongly resent this and despite the quality of the unit, detract a star. One registered and logged in, the app has good functionality and a good UI, and once it's set up you can uninstall it and use the remote for daily operation. 2. No AAA batteries supplied for the remote. Even the cheapest Chinese product comes with them, so why not this mid-range soundbar? 3. It's not clear which speaker is left or right when setting them up vertically - it's not printed on them anywhere. I needed to use the picture of it assembled as a horizontal bar to figure that out. 4. There was an extended warrantee card included, but you have to scan the QR code to use it, there's no way to register using a desktop PC.

I bought this soundbar to go with my new television to see if it would enhance the sound quality. The sound bar has to be twisted together to make a long bar and there is also a passive subwoofer. It connected to my tv via a port on the back of the tv. The set up is very easy and I downloaded the app to go with it so I can set it up to get the most out of it. The sound is very impressive, I was surprised by the full sound compared to the tinny tv speakers. The sub delivers a great low bass sound. I’m very happy with it, great value for the price.

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.

This is an awsum piece of kit. The two haves of the sound bar are very easy to put together and have some weight to them. Subwoofer needs a flat un carpeted base i think considering the speaker is very close to the floor. But all in all easy to set up. Remote needs 2 aaa batteries not provided. APP available for fine tuning of sound. Well worth the money i think.

This surround system is well made,more important the sound & surround is brilliant, when I took it out the box I was surprised at the build quality,if honest it sounds incredible & for the money I would definitely recommend this surround system,it's got crisp sound especially the tweeters,the midrange & bass are all equally as good,"This surround is absolutely pristine" Ultima have made a class surround" do yourself a favour buy one of these you won't regret it,well-made good design & build quality for the price of a night at the cinema.....John Williams

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 💀