Name: Fidelio B5
Brand: Philips
SKU: 189834
Rating: 3.8 (53 reviews)

3.9

based on all reviews

persevere nicely with the manufacturer and you will eventually come to an agreement
sub is powerful
wireless sub+surround sound tweeters

and does not play sound when disconnected from the main unit
Philips no longer makes them
sound bar is no longer available

Hdmi: yes
Wireless network (wi-fi): no
Bluetooth: yes
Soundbase: no
Type of home cinema package: Soundbar
Surround speakers: yes

Philips Fidelio B5 - Pros & Cons

persevere nicely with the manufacturer and you will eventually come to an agreement
sub is powerful
wireless sub+surround sound tweeters
potentially better sound and quicker pairing
Voices are clear
subtle and packed with character
enjoyable
cinematic performance
Build and finish quality are impeccable
expansive and detailed sound quality
B5 performs admirably with music
too
Pairing is swift
they deliver quality combined with a great design
great power comes great chicks and money
Features Beautifully designed box with simple structure to hold the different components
Voice clarity in each configuration performs excellent in the most diverse tracks
easily connects
looks stylish and sounds great
stylish and unbelievably smart piece of audio with
Both surround and solo mode are pretty impressive in terms of audio performance
acoustics
Versatile configuration options
bright
crisp
and rich
quiet dialogue between Bond and M is delivered with crisp clarity
it maintains balance and offer a clearer overall response
the buttons are easy to find and reasonably well spaced
quick
easy and with a decent approximation of cinema sound
Connectivity is straightforward enough
quality
usability and versatility

and does not play sound when disconnected from the main unit
Philips no longer makes them
sound bar is no longer available
Remote was missing
removable tweeter speakers was also not holding charge
shape-shifting soundbar is no gimmick
The portable speakers have a limited audio output
ship with any HDMI or optical cables
No included HDMI or Optical cables
It may not display this or other websites correctly
there is no real alternative

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Unboxing: Philips Fidelio B5 Surround Soundbar

Philips Fidelio B5 - Full Specifications

Audio output channels	4.1

Audio format	Dolby Digital 5.1 Dolby Pro Logic II DTS 5.1
Supported audio files	AAC MP3 WMA

Colour of product	Black

Colour of product	Black

Optical drive	no

Analogue 3.5mm input	1
Analogue RCA stereo inputs	1
Digital coaxial input (S/PDIF)	1
Digital optical input (S/PDIF)	1
HDMI	yes
HDMI version	1.4
Number of HDMI inputs	2
Number of HDMI outputs	1
USB	no
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	no
NFC	yes
Ethernet connection	no
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth profile	A2DP
Bluetooth version	2.1

Automatic calibration (w/ measurement mic.)	yes
Power per channel	120.0 W
Suitable for subwoofer	yes
Wireless	yes
Frequency range (max)	20000.0 Hz
Frequency range (min)	20.0 Hz
Number of speaker drivers	4
Soundbase	no

Type of enclosure (sub)	Bass reflex
Subwoofer width	7.87 in
Subwoofer depth	7.91 in
Subwoofer height	20.08 in
Subwoofer weight	11.02 lb

Radio receiver	no
3D support (3D-Ready)	no
Wireless speakers included	yes
Separate DVD / Blu-ray player	no
Designed for wall mounting	yes

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Philips Fidelio B5 Philips - Editorial Reviews (9)

4.0

Based on 9 reviews

Philips Fidelio B5 Philips Fidelio B5 Review

PCMAG

Published: 09.01.2018

Philips Fidelio B5 Review

4.0

The Philips Fidelio B5 4.1 soundbar system delivers strong bass response you can tune to your liking, as well as wireless rear satellites that double as portable speakers.