Polk Audio | MagnifiMax AX Soundbar With Wireless Subwoofer | Melbourne Hi Fi
Transform your home theater experience with the sound bar Polk Audio Magnifi Max AX. Easy to install and connected to your favorite music platforms.
Transform your home theater experience with the sound bar Polk Audio Magnifi Max AX. Easy to install and connected to your favorite music platforms.
Transform your home theater experience with the sound bar Polk Audio Magnifi Max AX. Easy to install and connected to your favorite music platforms.
Transform your home theater experience with the sound bar Polk Audio Magnifi Max AX. Easy to install and connected to your favorite music platforms.
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Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX Dolby Atmos Sound Bar with 10" Wireless Subwoofer, Immersive 3D Surround Sound, Clear Dialogue with VoiceAdjust, Bluetooth &
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If you have a TV with less than satisfactory sound, this is a decent setup. However, if you have a TV with decent sound or are looking to really enjoy yourself some Dolby Atmos, you might be disappointed.Out of the box, the sound is fairly muddled. There are some tonal changes you can make such as bass, treble, and even voice, but the sound never really satisfies. (I would point out that you can adjust the height, which proved helpful.) Upping the voice makes it sound kinda tinny, and leaving it as is out of the box, dialogue is just as hard to understand as it is coming from the TV speakers themselves.Dolby Atmos. I'm not sure why they include this in soundbars other than the fact that you can pair this with a set of rear channels, which I did not get, but I ... MoreIf you have a TV with less than satisfactory sound, this is a decent setup. However, if you have a TV with decent sound or are looking to really enjoy yourself some Dolby Atmos, you might be disappointed.Out of the box, the sound is fairly muddled. There are some tonal changes you can make such as bass, treble, and even voice, but the sound never really satisfies. (I would point out that you can adjust the height, which proved helpful.) Upping the voice makes it sound kinda tinny, and leaving it as is out of the box, dialogue is just as hard to understand as it is coming from the TV speakers themselves.Dolby Atmos. I'm not sure why they include this in soundbars other than the fact that you can pair this with a set of rear channels, which I did not get, but I imagine might make the Atmos sound more like it's meant to. However, with just the soundbar alone, there is no encompassing sound. Not even close. While you do hear a little more of a "surround sound", you definitely aren't going to think planes are flying overhead. I have a full 5.2 setup in my media room, and while it's not a "true" Atmos setup with either overhead speakers or up firing Atmos speakers, watching a movie in Dolby Atmos is really cool. It makes me want to add some speakers in my ceiling to get the true experience of Atmos.So if you are just looking for a decent sound bar setup, with a decent sub, this might work for you. It also has eARC for full pass through of HDMI signals, such as Dolby Vision, but I'm not sure what you'd be passing it through to. If your passing through signals then you're going to be better off with a home theater receiver and surround setup honestly.
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The Polk MagniFi Max AX Soundbar and Subwoofer came packaged in a huge and heavy “L” shaped box that was bigger and heavier than I anticipated. Opening the box revealed the following items:The Polk MagniFi Max AX SoundbarA massive wireless subwoofer.HDMI cableWall mountsNice small remote along with 2 AAA batteriesTwo AC power cordsQuick Installation GuideThe large soundbar feels nice and is covered by a cloth mesh with buttons on top. While somewhat slim, It is tall enough where it might block a smaller TV’s infrared sensor. It is at the borderline edge case with my 50 inch TCL 4K TV. Any taller and it would have blocked some of the lower screen.The setup was super easy. You just plug in one end of an HDMI cable to your TV’s ARC/eARC port and the other ... MoreThe Polk MagniFi Max AX Soundbar and Subwoofer came packaged in a huge and heavy “L” shaped box that was bigger and heavier than I anticipated. Opening the box revealed the following items:The Polk MagniFi Max AX SoundbarA massive wireless subwoofer.HDMI cableWall mountsNice small remote along with 2 AAA batteriesTwo AC power cordsQuick Installation GuideThe large soundbar feels nice and is covered by a cloth mesh with buttons on top. While somewhat slim, It is tall enough where it might block a smaller TV’s infrared sensor. It is at the borderline edge case with my 50 inch TCL 4K TV. Any taller and it would have blocked some of the lower screen.The setup was super easy. You just plug in one end of an HDMI cable to your TV’s ARC/eARC port and the other end to the Polk soundbar’s eARC port. Then you plug in the power cord to the soundbar. Plugging in the wireless subwoofer automatically connects the subwoofer to the soundbar (although there also seems to be a button on the subwoofer to help you manually connect to the soundbar in case automatic connection goes awry).To set up WiFi, you can use either the Alexa or Google Home app. I used the Alexa app and Alexa automatically found the soundbar and easily allowed me to set up the soundbar’s WiFi.For music playback, I used Bluetooth to playback the opening theme to the Superman: The Movie soundtrack, “Whenever You’re on My Mind” from Marshall Crenshaw and “Kandy Krush” from Kim Wilde and thought the Polk MagniFi Max AX was able to handle different genres of music well. The soundstage was wide and Instruments and vocals came through crisp and clear along with some punchy bass.The Polk soundbar was equally excellent for watching TV shows and movies. It was able to provide a nice full movie theater experience with a nice wide enveloping sound stage. There were actually times when I thought that sounds were coming from my side even though I do not have any physical surround speakers. It’s not as good as having actual physical surround speakers but it was pretty impressive.What’s nice is that this system is expandable in that you can later add physical Polk Wireless SR2 surround speakers for even better surround effects.Audio quality is crisp and precise. The enormous subwoofer is able to provide movie theater quality rumble but it was not overpowering despite my fears because of its enormous size. I generally don’t want overpowering bass that might disturb my neighbors. Dialogue clarity was fantastic.The remote allows you to adjust the volume of the bass, treble, height and surround speakers (if you have them). It also allows you to switch inputs from TV, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, Optical and Bluetooth. You can also switch to using preset sound modes such as Auto, Music, TV, Movie, and Night Mode. I was extremely impressed with Night Mode as dialogue clarity is still excellent while maintaining a lower volume so as to not disturb your family or neighbor. There is also a button that allows you to get playback information. I used this to verify that I was actually playing back Dolby Atmos content.I can confirm that this soundbar is able to process Dolby Atmos content with TVs that only have an ARC (not eARC) HDMI connection. My TCL Roku 4K HDTV only has ARC and not eARC so to be able to play back Dolby Atmos content, you need to set up the TV to use Dolby Digital Plus instead of just Dolby Digital.When playing back Dolby Atmos using the TV input on the Polk, the info button will say that it is playing back Dolby Atmos: DD+ which means it is playing back Dolby Atmos using the lossy Dolby Digital Plus codec. Still sounds fantastic.The really nice thing about the Polk MagniFi Max AX soundbar is that it comes with 3 HDMI ports. This allows you to get the highest playback quality possible even if your TV only has HDMI ARC instead of eARC..To get the highest audio quality you can connect your playback device (4K Blu-ray player, Apple TV, Firestick etc.) into one of the Polk soundbar’s HDMI ports. When you play back Dolby Atmos connect, the info button will say that it is playing back Dolby Atmos: TrueHD which means it is playing back Dolby Atmos using the lossless Dolby TrueHD codec.Overall, I can recommend the Polk MagniFi Max AX soundbar for anyone that wants a Dolby Atmos soundbar. It has been great for playing music, TV shows and movies and has been rock solid. I love the dialogue clarity it provides and Night Mode. It’s also expandable with the Polk SR2 surround speakers when you want to get even better surround effects. The only possible drawback for me is that I think the subwoofer might be physically a little too big for my living room.I think it's one of the better values out there because it is as good as other more expensive sound bars that don’t include a subwoofer.
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The Polk MagniFi Max AX high-performance home theater sound bar is a top-of-the-line device that provides cinematic surround sound audio that makes movies, TV, video games, and music come to life. With an advanced eleven-speaker array, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X certification, and patented SDA surround technology, the sound bar offers a wide, immersive sound stage that will enhance any viewing or listening experience. The Polk’s Voice Adjust technology also works to deliver crystal clear dialogues without affecting the rest of the soundtrack, ensuring that you never miss a word of your favorite shows or movies.One of the standout features of the MagniFi Max AX is its ability to stream music from a variety of sources, including smartphones, tablets, and PCs via Wi-Fi, ... MoreThe Polk MagniFi Max AX high-performance home theater sound bar is a top-of-the-line device that provides cinematic surround sound audio that makes movies, TV, video games, and music come to life. With an advanced eleven-speaker array, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X certification, and patented SDA surround technology, the sound bar offers a wide, immersive sound stage that will enhance any viewing or listening experience. The Polk’s Voice Adjust technology also works to deliver crystal clear dialogues without affecting the rest of the soundtrack, ensuring that you never miss a word of your favorite shows or movies.One of the standout features of the MagniFi Max AX is its ability to stream music from a variety of sources, including smartphones, tablets, and PCs via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, or Alexa MRM. This allows for seamless integration with your existing devices and provides a convenient way to access all of your favorite music and podcasts. Additionally, the sound bar has an easy, one-cable set-up via HDMI eARC/ARC (HDMI cable included), optical, or AUX inputs and works with most TVs.Overall, the Polk MagniFi Max AX is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-performance home theater sound bar. The included plug-and-play subwoofer with a 10” downward-firing driver and the option to add timbre-matched SR2 wireless speakers (sold separately) to the soundbar system to create a 7.1.2 immersive surround sound system make it an ideal choice for a complete home theater setup. It is a great investment for anyone looking to elevate their home entertainment experience.
| Total Pieces | 2 |
| Remote | Deluxe Remote |
| Remote Type | Infrared (IR) |
| Original Purchaser Only | Yes |
| Electronics Warranty | 1 years |
Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX Dolby Atmos Sound Bar with 10" Wireless Subwoofer, Immersive 3D Surround Sound, Clear Dialogue with VoiceAdjust, Bluetooth &
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Polk Audio | 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos Soundbar Wireless Sub +rears | Magnifi
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Polk Magnifi Max AX
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Polk MagniFi Max AX – Dolby Atmos Soundbar System
Delivery $407.02
If you have a TV with less than satisfactory sound, this is a decent setup. However, if you have a TV with decent sound or are looking to really enjoy yourself some Dolby Atmos, you might be disappointed.Out of the box, the sound is fairly muddled. There are some tonal changes you can make such as bass, treble, and even voice, but the sound never really satisfies. (I would point out that you can adjust the height, which proved helpful.) Upping the voice makes it sound kinda tinny, and leaving it as is out of the box, dialogue is just as hard to understand as it is coming from the TV speakers themselves.Dolby Atmos. I'm not sure why they include this in soundbars other than the fact that you can pair this with a set of rear channels, which I did not get, but I ... MoreIf you have a TV with less than satisfactory sound, this is a decent setup. However, if you have a TV with decent sound or are looking to really enjoy yourself some Dolby Atmos, you might be disappointed.Out of the box, the sound is fairly muddled. There are some tonal changes you can make such as bass, treble, and even voice, but the sound never really satisfies. (I would point out that you can adjust the height, which proved helpful.) Upping the voice makes it sound kinda tinny, and leaving it as is out of the box, dialogue is just as hard to understand as it is coming from the TV speakers themselves.Dolby Atmos. I'm not sure why they include this in soundbars other than the fact that you can pair this with a set of rear channels, which I did not get, but I imagine might make the Atmos sound more like it's meant to. However, with just the soundbar alone, there is no encompassing sound. Not even close. While you do hear a little more of a "surround sound", you definitely aren't going to think planes are flying overhead. I have a full 5.2 setup in my media room, and while it's not a "true" Atmos setup with either overhead speakers or up firing Atmos speakers, watching a movie in Dolby Atmos is really cool. It makes me want to add some speakers in my ceiling to get the true experience of Atmos.So if you are just looking for a decent sound bar setup, with a decent sub, this might work for you. It also has eARC for full pass through of HDMI signals, such as Dolby Vision, but I'm not sure what you'd be passing it through to. If your passing through signals then you're going to be better off with a home theater receiver and surround setup honestly.
The Polk MagniFi Max AX Soundbar and Subwoofer came packaged in a huge and heavy “L” shaped box that was bigger and heavier than I anticipated. Opening the box revealed the following items:The Polk MagniFi Max AX SoundbarA massive wireless subwoofer.HDMI cableWall mountsNice small remote along with 2 AAA batteriesTwo AC power cordsQuick Installation GuideThe large soundbar feels nice and is covered by a cloth mesh with buttons on top. While somewhat slim, It is tall enough where it might block a smaller TV’s infrared sensor. It is at the borderline edge case with my 50 inch TCL 4K TV. Any taller and it would have blocked some of the lower screen.The setup was super easy. You just plug in one end of an HDMI cable to your TV’s ARC/eARC port and the other ... MoreThe Polk MagniFi Max AX Soundbar and Subwoofer came packaged in a huge and heavy “L” shaped box that was bigger and heavier than I anticipated. Opening the box revealed the following items:The Polk MagniFi Max AX SoundbarA massive wireless subwoofer.HDMI cableWall mountsNice small remote along with 2 AAA batteriesTwo AC power cordsQuick Installation GuideThe large soundbar feels nice and is covered by a cloth mesh with buttons on top. While somewhat slim, It is tall enough where it might block a smaller TV’s infrared sensor. It is at the borderline edge case with my 50 inch TCL 4K TV. Any taller and it would have blocked some of the lower screen.The setup was super easy. You just plug in one end of an HDMI cable to your TV’s ARC/eARC port and the other end to the Polk soundbar’s eARC port. Then you plug in the power cord to the soundbar. Plugging in the wireless subwoofer automatically connects the subwoofer to the soundbar (although there also seems to be a button on the subwoofer to help you manually connect to the soundbar in case automatic connection goes awry).To set up WiFi, you can use either the Alexa or Google Home app. I used the Alexa app and Alexa automatically found the soundbar and easily allowed me to set up the soundbar’s WiFi.For music playback, I used Bluetooth to playback the opening theme to the Superman: The Movie soundtrack, “Whenever You’re on My Mind” from Marshall Crenshaw and “Kandy Krush” from Kim Wilde and thought the Polk MagniFi Max AX was able to handle different genres of music well. The soundstage was wide and Instruments and vocals came through crisp and clear along with some punchy bass.The Polk soundbar was equally excellent for watching TV shows and movies. It was able to provide a nice full movie theater experience with a nice wide enveloping sound stage. There were actually times when I thought that sounds were coming from my side even though I do not have any physical surround speakers. It’s not as good as having actual physical surround speakers but it was pretty impressive.What’s nice is that this system is expandable in that you can later add physical Polk Wireless SR2 surround speakers for even better surround effects.Audio quality is crisp and precise. The enormous subwoofer is able to provide movie theater quality rumble but it was not overpowering despite my fears because of its enormous size. I generally don’t want overpowering bass that might disturb my neighbors. Dialogue clarity was fantastic.The remote allows you to adjust the volume of the bass, treble, height and surround speakers (if you have them). It also allows you to switch inputs from TV, HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3, Optical and Bluetooth. You can also switch to using preset sound modes such as Auto, Music, TV, Movie, and Night Mode. I was extremely impressed with Night Mode as dialogue clarity is still excellent while maintaining a lower volume so as to not disturb your family or neighbor. There is also a button that allows you to get playback information. I used this to verify that I was actually playing back Dolby Atmos content.I can confirm that this soundbar is able to process Dolby Atmos content with TVs that only have an ARC (not eARC) HDMI connection. My TCL Roku 4K HDTV only has ARC and not eARC so to be able to play back Dolby Atmos content, you need to set up the TV to use Dolby Digital Plus instead of just Dolby Digital.When playing back Dolby Atmos using the TV input on the Polk, the info button will say that it is playing back Dolby Atmos: DD+ which means it is playing back Dolby Atmos using the lossy Dolby Digital Plus codec. Still sounds fantastic.The really nice thing about the Polk MagniFi Max AX soundbar is that it comes with 3 HDMI ports. This allows you to get the highest playback quality possible even if your TV only has HDMI ARC instead of eARC..To get the highest audio quality you can connect your playback device (4K Blu-ray player, Apple TV, Firestick etc.) into one of the Polk soundbar’s HDMI ports. When you play back Dolby Atmos connect, the info button will say that it is playing back Dolby Atmos: TrueHD which means it is playing back Dolby Atmos using the lossless Dolby TrueHD codec.Overall, I can recommend the Polk MagniFi Max AX soundbar for anyone that wants a Dolby Atmos soundbar. It has been great for playing music, TV shows and movies and has been rock solid. I love the dialogue clarity it provides and Night Mode. It’s also expandable with the Polk SR2 surround speakers when you want to get even better surround effects. The only possible drawback for me is that I think the subwoofer might be physically a little too big for my living room.I think it's one of the better values out there because it is as good as other more expensive sound bars that don’t include a subwoofer.
The Polk MagniFi Max AX high-performance home theater sound bar is a top-of-the-line device that provides cinematic surround sound audio that makes movies, TV, video games, and music come to life. With an advanced eleven-speaker array, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X certification, and patented SDA surround technology, the sound bar offers a wide, immersive sound stage that will enhance any viewing or listening experience. The Polk’s Voice Adjust technology also works to deliver crystal clear dialogues without affecting the rest of the soundtrack, ensuring that you never miss a word of your favorite shows or movies.One of the standout features of the MagniFi Max AX is its ability to stream music from a variety of sources, including smartphones, tablets, and PCs via Wi-Fi, ... MoreThe Polk MagniFi Max AX high-performance home theater sound bar is a top-of-the-line device that provides cinematic surround sound audio that makes movies, TV, video games, and music come to life. With an advanced eleven-speaker array, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X certification, and patented SDA surround technology, the sound bar offers a wide, immersive sound stage that will enhance any viewing or listening experience. The Polk’s Voice Adjust technology also works to deliver crystal clear dialogues without affecting the rest of the soundtrack, ensuring that you never miss a word of your favorite shows or movies.One of the standout features of the MagniFi Max AX is its ability to stream music from a variety of sources, including smartphones, tablets, and PCs via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, or Alexa MRM. This allows for seamless integration with your existing devices and provides a convenient way to access all of your favorite music and podcasts. Additionally, the sound bar has an easy, one-cable set-up via HDMI eARC/ARC (HDMI cable included), optical, or AUX inputs and works with most TVs.Overall, the Polk MagniFi Max AX is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a high-performance home theater sound bar. The included plug-and-play subwoofer with a 10” downward-firing driver and the option to add timbre-matched SR2 wireless speakers (sold separately) to the soundbar system to create a 7.1.2 immersive surround sound system make it an ideal choice for a complete home theater setup. It is a great investment for anyone looking to elevate their home entertainment experience.
I'll start by saying sound bars have been around for some time yet I never had the interest in getting one. I must say, I couldn't be happier with my first experience with this amazing product as my introduction into home theater systems. Unfortunately my current TV doesn't support the earc port needed to experience the full range of features offered with this device which made me nervous that I had a system I couldn't use. But I didn't falter and trudged on until I found other connectivity options that worked. Setup using the Google home app made connecting and updating the device exceedingly simple. With that done I was able to connect to my Fire stick via Bluetooth. That's when the fun began! I was instantly blown away by a very crisp sound quality and ground ... MoreI'll start by saying sound bars have been around for some time yet I never had the interest in getting one. I must say, I couldn't be happier with my first experience with this amazing product as my introduction into home theater systems. Unfortunately my current TV doesn't support the earc port needed to experience the full range of features offered with this device which made me nervous that I had a system I couldn't use. But I didn't falter and trudged on until I found other connectivity options that worked. Setup using the Google home app made connecting and updating the device exceedingly simple. With that done I was able to connect to my Fire stick via Bluetooth. That's when the fun began! I was instantly blown away by a very crisp sound quality and ground shaking bass. The ability to tweak the levels on voice, treble, and bass allows you find that perfect balance of sound without the need to switch back and forth through TV and movie modes. It is a rather large system though. The sound bar itself is pretty long and heavy which makes me skeptical about wall mounting, but the package does not include the proper materials needed to wall mount anyway. The bass box takes up a good amount but I do appreciate the speaker itself being located underneath the unit so I don't have to worry about it getting damaged when my kids are playing nearby. I tested the sound quality with my kid's favorite shows, as that will be is primary use, and was very happy with the clarity it delivered without the need of being overly loud. Once I put on a Star Wars movie I was instantly hooked and eager to upgrade my TV to experience the full capabilities of the Dolby Atmos features. I will gladly update my review once I do so.
I was looking to upgrade from an entry level sound bar to something better, and wow this has really impressed me.The packaging is done well. It is heavy because of the sub woofer, but can easily be carried using the handles cut out on the box.This sound bar has so many features, but the stand outs for my use are the VoiceAdjust and bass levels. The VoiceAdjust feature works, using the center channel speaker, to elevate voices over other sounds. This is incredibly natural and much welcomed when so much content is music and sound effects heavy. The bass is also something unreal. I've not had a higher end sub woofer before, but this one is amazing. The bass is deep and booming, adding a real sense of immersion rather. It is hard to describe, but once you experience ... MoreI was looking to upgrade from an entry level sound bar to something better, and wow this has really impressed me.The packaging is done well. It is heavy because of the sub woofer, but can easily be carried using the handles cut out on the box.This sound bar has so many features, but the stand outs for my use are the VoiceAdjust and bass levels. The VoiceAdjust feature works, using the center channel speaker, to elevate voices over other sounds. This is incredibly natural and much welcomed when so much content is music and sound effects heavy. The bass is also something unreal. I've not had a higher end sub woofer before, but this one is amazing. The bass is deep and booming, adding a real sense of immersion rather. It is hard to describe, but once you experience this type of bass you won't want to be without it. Both of the voice and bass features can be adjusted with the remote, to find the setting that work best for you.The atmos feature is another thing done really well. I tested using a scene from The Tomorrow War, and the effect is amazing - with just the sound bard and sub woofer alone. You can also adjust the "height" of atmos effects using the remote, to find setting that work for the room you are in.There is an OLED screen on the front of the sound bar, hidden behind the fabric. I love being able to see the volume level and other settings with the screen facing me (not having to look down on the sound bar).I've also used it for music streaming over AirPlay, and it works really well. You can also connect over Chromecast, Spotify Connect or Bluetooth.After using the sound bar and sub woofer alone for a couple of days, I added the SR2 surround speakers. They are sold separately, but are a nice addition if you want them. They easily connect to the sound bar wirelessly and only require to be plugged in. This happened to work perfectly in my setup and I'm loving the surround effects.Overall, this is an amazing system and I highly recommend that you try it out.
The Polk Audio Magnifi AX is the best Sound System that I have ever heard. I am a big fan of Bass and it delivers as advertised. The Polk Audio Magnifi AX setup was a little different after connecting the Polk Audio Subwoofer into the power outlet, I was able to connect the Polk subwoofer directly to my Roku Ultra Streaming device and Amazon Firestick using two of the three 4K HDMI inputs. My Roku Ultra is connected to HDMI 1 and gives me Dolby Atmos MAT, while my Amazon Firestick is connected to HMDI 2 and gives me Dolby Digital Plus 5.1. Still working myself around the Polk remote and how to get the most out in controling my Smart TV.What more could you want that gives the best output sound from the Dolby Atmos DTX plus Polk Audio 11 speaker array with height ... MoreThe Polk Audio Magnifi AX is the best Sound System that I have ever heard. I am a big fan of Bass and it delivers as advertised. The Polk Audio Magnifi AX setup was a little different after connecting the Polk Audio Subwoofer into the power outlet, I was able to connect the Polk subwoofer directly to my Roku Ultra Streaming device and Amazon Firestick using two of the three 4K HDMI inputs. My Roku Ultra is connected to HDMI 1 and gives me Dolby Atmos MAT, while my Amazon Firestick is connected to HMDI 2 and gives me Dolby Digital Plus 5.1. Still working myself around the Polk remote and how to get the most out in controling my Smart TV.What more could you want that gives the best output sound from the Dolby Atmos DTX plus Polk Audio 11 speaker array with height drivers. Polk Audio (SDA) Stereo Deminsional Array technology is amazing at expanding the sound field all around.The Polk Audio Magnifi AX comes with a 10 inch subwoofer to take care of the powerful deep Bass to fill any room.I had a 3.1.2 that the Polk Audio Magnifi replaced and 5.1.2 Surround System is a big improvement.You can adjust the Bass, Treble to your taste and there is a special feature called PolkVoiceAdjust where volume is controled in clarifying speech. They also have additional wireless rear surround speakers available to increase sound and audio capability.It has a super wireless music streaming hub that supports wi-fi and bluetooth streaming with my favorite Google and Spodify connect.There is so much you can do with the new Polk Audio Magnifi AX sound system to get the best audio and sound by using the included remote to control your Smart TV. WiFi was easily set up through my Google Home App on my smartphone where I can also control my Smart TV volume.Polk has stepped out and made Dolby Atmos and DTS X thier own with the surround sound bar up firing drivers that gives you a complete experience in setting the mark for others to follow.
BACKGROUND: Since 2018 I have been using a stereo only sound base with incorporated AccuVoice Dialogue technology (advance hearing aid audio) that boosts the center channel for clear and audible dialogues. That unit has functioned extremely well, so much so, that I purchased a second sound bar model in 2019 from the same company for our master bedroom. Although both have embedding 4-inch sub-woofers, I use additional subs on each system for added bass response. My comparison will be judged against these 2.1 systems.OVERVIEW: The Polk MagniFi Max AX system far surpasses my expectations for an overall immersive theater-like experience versus my current two systems. Sound emanates from all 11 sound bar speakers, along with the added thunderous bass response from the ... MoreBACKGROUND: Since 2018 I have been using a stereo only sound base with incorporated AccuVoice Dialogue technology (advance hearing aid audio) that boosts the center channel for clear and audible dialogues. That unit has functioned extremely well, so much so, that I purchased a second sound bar model in 2019 from the same company for our master bedroom. Although both have embedding 4-inch sub-woofers, I use additional subs on each system for added bass response. My comparison will be judged against these 2.1 systems.OVERVIEW: The Polk MagniFi Max AX system far surpasses my expectations for an overall immersive theater-like experience versus my current two systems. Sound emanates from all 11 sound bar speakers, along with the added thunderous bass response from the 10-inch sub-woofer. To quote “The Polk’s Voice Adjust technology works with MagniFi’s integrated center channel speaker to deliver crystal clear dialogues without affecting the rest of the soundtrack.” I can attest that Polk’s “Voice Adjust” does raise the dialogue (set to +3 or +4) above a movie’s background effects to be able to hear dialogue clearly similar to my existing units. Another major plus!Setup can be as easy as plugging in the supplied high speed HDMI cable from the sound base’s HDMI ARC/eARC port to your HDTV’s HDMI ARC/eARC port. And then supply AC power to your sound bass and sub woofer. After about a minute, the system was “self aware” and providing a high-performance home theater sound experience.I actually first tried the quick setup using my current HDTV as the HDMI switch since everything was already connected to it. But later reconfigured everything to use the MagniFi Max sound bar as the HDMI switch. (See pictures.) Using the MagniFi as the HDMI switch allows me to have my Roku stream Dolby Atmos media directly to this system.ISSUE #1 Google Home App: This unit will not connect to the Google Home app that is required for WiFi connectivity, firmware upgrades, and possibly undocumented setup options. (There is no Ethernet port.) I have attempted to connect using two different vender’s Android-10 phones, along with an iOS-15.7 tablet. All encounter the same error. They all are able to find the Polk MagniFi AX device, all are able to connect to the device (a tone is confirmation), but all fail to complete the connectivity.During this “hand shaking” process, the sound bar’s WiFi light is lit light blue but will go dark after about 2 minutes after failing the connection. The scroll on the sound bar says “CAST SETUP”. The specific Android error is “Connection problem during setup. Please check your WiFi network settings.” My mesh WiFi system does recognize the Polk MagniFi AX device and lists it as a “Sound United LLC” with the correct MAC address. And my Android’s both will recognize the MagniFi Max AX-0950.1087, WiFi Network SSID. No matter how many times I reboot, use different devices, remove and reload the app, it will not complete the connection.After about three hours of online research, I have found many others who have encountered this error (fails to connect with Google Home app) with the previous Polk MagniFi (non AX) systems without a documented resolution. Apparently this system follows in those footsteps.ISSUE #2 Limited Documentation: Currently the only Polk online documentation for this system is an info sheet. I require a detailed operations manual (PDF is fine) that will explain what all of the system’s scrolling options mean. The quick start guide is fine for those just wanting to plug-and-play, but insufficient for providing how this system functions, especially when errors are encountered.ISSUE #3 No Factory Reset: OK, I am fairly certain there must be a method to factory reset this system, but there is zero documentation on how to do that. Earlier Polk systems have a dedicated reset button, this system does not. I would assume then there is a specific sequence of holding down a combination of the top panel icon buttons. But again, without documentation, it is not an option at this point in time.ISSUE #4 PCM 2.0: The scrolling display will only reflect PCM 2.0 (2 channel stereo) when stepping through the current information (using the remote INFO button). I do hear sounds out of all of the speakers, but the display is saying PCM 2.0. I have streamed Prime Plus and Disney Plus with movies in Dolby Atmos. Does not matter, this system says everything I am watching is PCM 2.0. My question is, it this system actually outputting in Dolby Atmos, or just Polk’s SDA surround technology simulating a 5.1.2 audio experience? Again, I will reiterate that this system sounds pretty fantastic, even if it is a simulated 5.1.2 experience. But my gut tells me I need to see something other that PCM 2.0 being displayed.ISSUE #5 Support: Because I am a Best Buy Tech Insider Network (BB TIN) member, I was supplied a unique two page data sheet of information with this system. One of the notes was a contact name with email address for any questions I have and/or any support required. Great, I need a dedicated support contact!After completing an email with all of the above issues and questions, I hit send. Got a very quick response “I am currently out of the office, for assistance please call 800-xxx-xxxx Option x”. Ok, I understand employees need their quality time off for numerous reasons, I get it.So I called the number and spoke with a very professional individual who listened to all of my questions and issues with this system. And I did inform her I was a BB TIN member who was sent this system for trial and review. She asked to put me hold (nice touch to ask). When she returned she stated that the individual I had sent the email to was the only person who has the documentation on this new system. And that the current Polk support personnel (800 number I was provided) was waiting on that documentation. Therefore I now need to wait until he returns to work to obtain resolution to the above issues and questions.RECOMMENDATION: Would I recommend to a friend? Not at this time unless they are conformable without Googe Home connectivity, being able to obtain firmware updates, may only be able to play PCM 2.0 audio, OK with limited documentation, and no customer service support availability.CLOSING: I will state for a third time that this is a superior sounding system as compared to either of my current HDTV sound base/bar systems. Simple to install, and if your video devices use HDMI CEC, then all remotes will work somewhat flawlessly.I will also mention I have used Polk products in the past that I have been extremely satisfied with both their operation and performance. Speakers and sub-woofers to be exact. And have worked in the computer services industry for over 50 years.Because of all of the unresolved questions and issues, I honestly can only rate this new Polk MagniFi Max AX system a 3 on scale of 1 to 5. If or when I am provided resolutions for all of questions and encounter issues, then I will gladly write an update to this review.
I've been a sound bar user for a number of years - my thinking was always that while a sound bar traded off some on overall sound stage depth and quality, you gained a good bit on simplicity of setup since you didn't have to wire in / mount satellites and whatnot. It also made the wiring significantly easier without the need for a large receiver (thanks to TVs with optical out and, more recently ARC/eARC). And mind you, this was not with cheap sound bars. So I usually ran a sound bar in my living room and a full multi-piece surround setup in my family room/theater.But with this set, Polk has worked some sort of black magic and squeezed sound and features better than an entire (and more expensive) receiver + individual satellites/subwoofer. I mean, the sound is ... MoreI've been a sound bar user for a number of years - my thinking was always that while a sound bar traded off some on overall sound stage depth and quality, you gained a good bit on simplicity of setup since you didn't have to wire in / mount satellites and whatnot. It also made the wiring significantly easier without the need for a large receiver (thanks to TVs with optical out and, more recently ARC/eARC). And mind you, this was not with cheap sound bars. So I usually ran a sound bar in my living room and a full multi-piece surround setup in my family room/theater.But with this set, Polk has worked some sort of black magic and squeezed sound and features better than an entire (and more expensive) receiver + individual satellites/subwoofer. I mean, the sound is just incredible. The sound stage is astonishingly deep and the clarity is wonderful. Even without the wireless rear speakers (which I did end up adding, more for completeness than anything), it's really room filling sound. It can also replace a receiver because it has multiple inputs that it can act as the switch for - 3 HDMI and optical audio inputs - as well as it's own built WiFi, Bluetooth and streaming applications, including a built-in Chromecast. Just crazy. The push-button enhancements do actually work as they say, boosting voices (which some setups tend to lose a bit) and boosting bass. And it supports the latest sound standards in Dolby Atmos and DTS: X which really (Atmos that is) increase the directional audio - the speakers in the sound bar aim in different directions to help create great directional audio even from a single sound bar that's in one place....It's not the smallest sound bar (though Polk does offer a more compact option / version if you want it - I did not test that one as I did not have that particular need). And it's certainly not the cheapest - the old adage of "you get what you pay for" does certainly apply here AND it was still much cheaper than buying a high end set of receiver + speakers. What it is then is simply the BEST sound bar I've ever used. Or heard. Period. And I can highly recommend it if you want great sound for your set up.
There is a lot to love about this sound bar and subwoofer in addition to the price. Having just recently set it up, that is the part that I still find most amazing. There was virtually no setup other than unpacking it and plugging it in. I plugged the HDMI cable into the eARC/ARC port of the sound bar and TV and then plugged it in. Turned on the TV and the sound bar simply worked. It turned off and on with the TV and the TV remote controlled the volume with no additional setup at all. Next, I plugged in the wireless subwoofer and within seconds it had automatically paired with the sound bar. There is a sync button on the back of both to pair them. However since they automatically pair, I assume this is only for connection issues. In literally less than 10 minutes ... MoreThere is a lot to love about this sound bar and subwoofer in addition to the price. Having just recently set it up, that is the part that I still find most amazing. There was virtually no setup other than unpacking it and plugging it in. I plugged the HDMI cable into the eARC/ARC port of the sound bar and TV and then plugged it in. Turned on the TV and the sound bar simply worked. It turned off and on with the TV and the TV remote controlled the volume with no additional setup at all. Next, I plugged in the wireless subwoofer and within seconds it had automatically paired with the sound bar. There is a sync button on the back of both to pair them. However since they automatically pair, I assume this is only for connection issues. In literally less than 10 minutes both units were out of the box and working. Setup really was totally automatic.The next thing I did was setup AirPlay. This was as complicated as holding the power button for 7 seconds and then connecting to the WiFi setup in the settings of my iPhone. This process was less than five minutes and worked flawlessly. My setup was fairly simple as I only wanted to use it with my TV and AirPlay. However there are three additional non-ARC HDMI ports to attach other devices to the speaker should you have a more complicated setup. It also has optical digital input.The controls on the speaker are very simple and straightforward. They are pretty much the same on the speaker or the (rather bland and unimpressive looking) remote. I do wish that the controls on the speaker were in the front rather than in the back (center on top), so they were more accessible since I had to put my sound bar on the floor as there was no way to fit it on my TV stand between the TV legs. (The bar is not compact by any means, likely enhancing the sound) However, there is an elevation adjustment on the sound bar (haven’t been able to find anything that explains what it does exactly) that I adjusted all the way up and the sound actually sounds like it is at the TV level. I assume that is what this adjustment is for, to adjust the sound relative to where the bar is located.Regardless, this speaker system sounds amazing for the price. The sound is clear and crisp, and the subwoofer, while not house shaking, provides more than adequate bass. The system maintains a superior sound to a very high volume, much higher than I would ever listen to it at for any period of time. The system has several more bells and whistles for real audiophiles. It supports Dolby Atmos which sounds great. It has a few modes such as TV, Music, Movie, etc. However, so far I have been content with the auto mode which appears to select the most appropriate mode for what you are listening to. AirPlay sounds just as good as the wired sound. There is also a VoiceAdjust feature which I expected to be just a gimmick, but the adjustable feature really does make a significant difference in how dialogue is heard.Finally, I have to address how this speaker looks. While not as glossy or edgy as more pricey speakers, the sound bar looks very good. It has a cloth like exterior that would fit into any décor. The bar has a (very) small LCD screen that displays such things as the source, mode, and volume. While small, it actually is quite functional and looks good. The subwoofer is larger than I would have liked, but looks good and is basically a black box like most subwoofers. All lights and controls are on the back leaving a clean look to the cube.My only major complaint is that there is no app to control the system from my phone. I kept waiting to find this in the quick start guide, but it doesn’t appear it is possible without third party hardware. I searched the App Store and found nothing. This was very disappointing. Other negatives are that it only has built in support for Alexa. No HomeKit/Siri compatibility. Also only has Spotify built in unlike other systems I have with multiple streaming services built in. For the money, this is a solid, great sounding speaker system, lacking only in Smart Home technology.
This is my first Polk Audio product. Its replaces a old 3 year old sound bar and subwoofer I was currently using.Upon getting the package, it was bigger then I expected, the box had a nice picture and descriptions and describes briefly of all the features that this sound system packs. While opening the package, the soundbar and subwoofer was nicely packaged with all the accessories that the box said it included (please note, there is no Polk SR2 Surround sound speakers for the back of the room which is sold separately which shows right on the box, not a deal breaker at all!) and a small quick start guide to get it set up and going.After getting it all unpacked and getting it set up, it took around only 10 minutes at most and I was ready to test it all out to the ... MoreThis is my first Polk Audio product. Its replaces a old 3 year old sound bar and subwoofer I was currently using.Upon getting the package, it was bigger then I expected, the box had a nice picture and descriptions and describes briefly of all the features that this sound system packs. While opening the package, the soundbar and subwoofer was nicely packaged with all the accessories that the box said it included (please note, there is no Polk SR2 Surround sound speakers for the back of the room which is sold separately which shows right on the box, not a deal breaker at all!) and a small quick start guide to get it set up and going.After getting it all unpacked and getting it set up, it took around only 10 minutes at most and I was ready to test it all out to the max.I will start off by saying when playing some movies and music and cranking the bass to the max, it has the "thump to it which I was wowed by, it blows my old sound system/subwoofer out of the water. The soundbar has very crisp and clear voices. The soundbar has a LED to show when you turn the volume up and down, bass, treble, inputs, etc which I really love and prefer that to be the standard on all soundbars.I can't think of any really anything negative to say about it except the remote seems to be a little hard to use, the buttons seem to be somewhat hard to push and feels cheap/flimsy in a way but its not really a problem since my TV remote control and Streaming box remote controls the volume with no problem.With this being my first polk product, I am truly impressed with the quality of a product they have pushed out and with the immersive and awesome sound it has. When I need a new sound system for my TV, I will definitely have Polk in my mind to buy and I would recommend this sound bar system to anyone looking for one.
| Total Pieces | 2 |
| Remote | Deluxe Remote |
| Remote Type | Infrared (IR) |
| Original Purchaser Only | Yes |
| Electronics Warranty | 1 years |
