I can't vouch for the Samsung nor the LG but the Sony XD series will pass through 5.1, so if it's your intention to go down that route, then this may assist in your decision.

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As clarification...AtterKing started you on the right path by mentioning DD 5.1 pass through. Just because a set has optical out does not mean it will pass DD 5.1. That factor becomes more important if you eventually want to consider adding a full Sonos surround setup (i.e. Playbar, sub and Play 1's or Play 3's as surrounds). The set MUST be able to pass DD 5.1 over optical. So if you decide against the Sony be sure you can return the set if you discover after- the-fact that it will not pass DD 5.1 over optical; assuming that capability is important to you.



The Playbar along regardless if the set passes DD 5.1 over optical will enhance your audio experience. Adding a sub increases the sound quality.

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Also. I noted an improvement in sound with just Playbar if I gave the Playbar a 5.1 input. (Obviously way better with Sub and surrounds)

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Thanks for the replies, I'll be sure to check the 5.1 dd pass through before making my choice.

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