Buy the Creative Stage 2.1 from Amazon: locally.link/0A0d This has now been replaced by the Creative Stage V2 2.1- review: ua-cam.com/video/dDz1ptuIPe0/v-deo.html Buy the Creative Stage V2 2.1 from Amazon: locally.link/gYP9
Hi. I bought this one some days ago. I have a big problem with the connection. I can't connect it to my METZ TV (which is awesome) by optical. I can't even by HDMI. Do you think that may be not a compatible product with my TV or my soundbar it's just defective ? Thanks
Which is the bluetooth version on this soundbar. Is it bluetooth 5.0 the latest one or 4.2. Also would like to know about the bluetooth range and connectivity issues if any as I'm planning on buying this & would be mostly connecting it via bt so it needs to have a good bt range for me to consider it. Please reply thanks.
Hi mate, saw it on creative website product specs it says it has bt 2.1+EDR I'm not pretty sure never heard about this version. Let me know if it's any good or bad. Thanks for your reply.
@@faizalahmed4u that's quite old, which is a bit surprising. Doe sit matter? Probably not - you're not looking to have many other devices around the soundbar, nor looking for multi-point connection and predominantly, not looking for higher-efficiency either. The BT version, truthfully, is a bit meaningless. At least IMO for this product.
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks mate for prompt reply. Appreciate it. I'm gonna buy this soon for my living room. Got to see overall excellent reviews for this product online.
Nice review! I'm confused and can't choose between this sound bar and logitech z537 (bluetooth version of z533) to use on PC and phone via BT. Please help.
In my Stage V2, I didn't get a remote control having options like "cinema", "music". In such a remote, is it best to adjust the treble, bass for music, podcasts/commentory/movie accordingly?
Nah, leave everything on default. The very personal principle is thst you hear the music, effects and soundtrack as it was recorded if you _don't_ change anything. The only thing you should alter is... the volume!
I am considering this soundbar. My flat screen tv speakers are on the outer back side. This makes it difficult to hear the sound clearly. I am wanting a soundbar that projects the sound out front of the tv once placed in that location. Do you think this will do what I am wanting, I don't want surround sound. Just a straight projection.
I really didn't rate the Sony. But if you have the budget, check the alternatives mentioned in the description of the Sony video. There won't be any Bose reviews, as their pr in the UK is nonexistent.
@@TotallydubbedHD I currently use bose smart soundbar 300 for my TV and it has a dialogue mode for clearly hearing dialogues still it doesn't work for all movies. Will the clear dialogue function of creative is excellent for all movies or it still has its limitations. And bose is 4 times the price of creative here in our country!. Even bose could not solve the problem of my TV speakers. Can creative do.. No demo available in our place.. Hence waiting for your answer sir!
good review .. im wondering if i have to go for this soundbar .. in india it sells for about 105 USD ... more inclined towards creative than boat jus cuz ive had the creative 5.1 .
Would you suggest Stage 2.1 over T100 or Pebble plus in terms of sound quality? And is it suitable to work with laptop as well? Which one would you suggest for laptop?
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks. You suggested T100 for desktop in one of the comments here. So I am confused. Could you tell me why you feel T100 is better for desktop than Stage 2.1? I am thinking of picking on of T100 or Stage V2 which is suitable for using for both TV and desktop/laptop. For using with laptop, the sound bar and the woofer would be much closer to the user than a TV because for watching TV, one would be little far from TV. Would this difference in distance from speaker affect the laptop user when he uses Stage V2?
@@clevitationcr1982 just depends on the use case. Suggest you watch both reviews and make the informed decision yourself. I've given my input multiple times. Both are good, but the overall sound of the Stage is better, that's why I prefer it.
Why don’t do you a review on the azatom Cinemax sc100 120 watts 2.1 28 inch Soundbar with subwoofer and it’s only 60 watts and it’s mind blowing the bass is insane when it on max volume bass level plus 3
Using this through an lg tv and certain shows have the subwoofer making muffled sounds in the background.. happens less or not at all on hd content. Anyone else have this issue?
What is your take on the Creative Sound BlasterX Katana Gaming Soundbar? I believe it is a better worth than this one they created. With 5.1 & 7.1 Virtual Sound. A much better multitude of connection option plus other features as well.
Wow! That's cheap! I've been looking for a replacement of my Sony TV's speaker. I noticed last December that it sounds busted. Good thing you reviewed this one since I totally forgot about Creative nowadays. Again... Excellent review. I got the felling that it was a bit recessed when you played music on it and you said it to in the review. It's pretty hard to evaluate audio test since the best way to discern a good or bad speaker is being right there. Listening to it personally. So yeah it's nice to hear you said it was recessed but for 80 bucks... That's a pretty good deal for a decent sounding speaker. Wish you could do a review of the Magnifi Mini by Polk. I wanna hear your thoughts if this can be a good speaker for PC or console gaming. :)
Ha, no worries! Thanks buddy. Yeah my work colleague heard that Polk, and liked it, but I've not heard it personally and don't think I will (as Polk stuff are hard to source). For the price, don't think you can beat the creative!
@@JO_Artificial I have a very good Onkyo amp where I have linked my inceiling speakers back and front. I was looking to find a front facing speaker under the TV and am hoping to link all together through the amp so I can improve surround sound when watching movies.
How many speakers does the soundbar have? Any tweeters? I have a samsung soundbar and the mids sound fine but the highs don't sound good at all. How are the highs on this soundbar? Thanks
Try this updater, if you still didn't find solution: support.creative.com/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?catID=4&catName=Speakers&subCatID=848&prodID=23279&prodName=Creative%20Stage
Don't know why there would be any issues with ANY TV, that has the right output for audio; not sure what's happening to these people on Amazon though lol
@@TotallydubbedHD @totallydubbedHD thank you for the prompt reply, much appreciated. I did think it was bizarre to put on there. Surely if there was a problem, you'd explain it for other customers. It's on Amazon if you have a look. There is one review that says a bit about it. Anyhow, my apologies. Great video and it doesn't have the feel to it that you're doing a positive review because it's been paid for like a commercial like some UA-cam videos. Take care.
@@B17tailgunner thanks buddy; really sad at what you said though - it's something that I absolutely hate personally (paid reviews), and unfortunately it's something that's growing with those who don't have their own morals/ethics...going to look to cover that subject in a vlog soon actually :)
@@TotallydubbedHD I have the hw-t450 Samsung sound bar and it has too much emphasis on bass. Even turning it down, you can barely pull out vocals on movies. All the preset audio EQ settings on the bar also very trash . This sound bar sounds really freaking good and has way more features than the Samsung for a way cheaper price. Samsung need to stop making audio.
Buy the Creative Stage 2.1 from Amazon: locally.link/0A0d
This has now been replaced by the Creative Stage V2 2.1- review: ua-cam.com/video/dDz1ptuIPe0/v-deo.html
Buy the Creative Stage V2 2.1 from Amazon: locally.link/gYP9
It have 80 watt RMS, but there is always displayed peak value just for "marketing" reasons.
Hi, do you recommend this or T100 for their value? Thanks in advance.
Depends where you're using it? On desktop, the T100 or others that I've suggested in my T100 review. For TVs, on a budget, this one
Hi. I bought this one some days ago. I have a big problem with the connection. I can't connect it to my METZ TV (which is awesome) by optical. I can't even by HDMI. Do you think that may be not a compatible product with my TV or my soundbar it's just defective ?
Thanks
Shouldn't be the case; check your TV settings
What about the base quality.... I need good and quality base.... Is it of worth ?
How well does the HDMI ARC works ? Does the soundbar turns on immediately when the TV is switched on ?
I found you need to turn it on separately. Works fine though
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks..
@@TotallydubbedHD it actually does turn on, you just have to setup the CEC if your TV supports the ARC or eARC.
Which is the bluetooth version on this soundbar. Is it bluetooth 5.0 the latest one or 4.2. Also would like to know about the bluetooth range and connectivity issues if any as I'm planning on buying this & would be mostly connecting it via bt so it needs to have a good bt range for me to consider it. Please reply thanks.
Don't know the version, best checking online.
Had no issues with connectivity or range personally.
Hi mate, saw it on creative website product specs it says it has bt 2.1+EDR I'm not pretty sure never heard about this version. Let me know if it's any good or bad. Thanks for your reply.
@@faizalahmed4u that's quite old, which is a bit surprising. Doe sit matter? Probably not - you're not looking to have many other devices around the soundbar, nor looking for multi-point connection and predominantly, not looking for higher-efficiency either. The BT version, truthfully, is a bit meaningless. At least IMO for this product.
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks mate for prompt reply. Appreciate it. I'm gonna buy this soon for my living room. Got to see overall excellent reviews for this product online.
@@faizalahmed4u no worries; if you're buying via Amazon the link in the description gives me commission (on any product) :)
This one or jbl bar studio 2.0? Also does this soundbar supports dolby audio?
I'm reviewing the JBL 2.1 bar shortly on my channel; stay tuned.
And no this doesn't support Atmos
What's the length of the cable which connects the soundbar with subwoofer?
Cannot remember but around 2m
Nice review! I'm confused and can't choose between this sound bar and logitech z537 (bluetooth version of z533) to use on PC and phone via BT. Please help.
As a desktop setup? Get the Logitech. Not sure if that has Bluetooth though.
@@TotallydubbedHD Yes as desktop setup. Creative has optical and a controller, that's why I'm thinking of it.
@@stathisafou3599 I know the Creative has it, but no idea about the Logitech. I'd get a proper 2.0/1 setup, not the soundbar
@@TotallydubbedHD Thx for advice!
Any idea what causes white noise from the sub speaker straight out of the box
Interference maybe, not sure. Better asking Creative tech support
Is it turn increase the Stage V2's volume for higher volume or the laptop's?
In my Stage V2, I didn't get a remote control having options like "cinema", "music". In such a remote, is it best to adjust the treble, bass for music, podcasts/commentory/movie accordingly?
Nah, leave everything on default. The very personal principle is thst you hear the music, effects and soundtrack as it was recorded if you _don't_ change anything.
The only thing you should alter is... the volume!
I am considering this soundbar. My flat screen tv speakers
are on the outer back side. This makes it difficult to hear the sound clearly. I am wanting a soundbar that projects the sound out front of the tv once placed in that location. Do you think this will do what I am wanting, I don't want surround sound. Just a straight projection.
Indeed it would :)
@@TotallydubbedHD thank you
@@panhandleflorida pleasure - if you're buying via Amazon (be it this or anything), the link in the video will give me commission :)
How is the sound quality compared to Sonyht g 700.. And also when you compare with bose smart soundbar 300!
I really didn't rate the Sony. But if you have the budget, check the alternatives mentioned in the description of the Sony video.
There won't be any Bose reviews, as their pr in the UK is nonexistent.
@@TotallydubbedHD I currently use bose smart soundbar 300 for my TV and it has a dialogue mode for clearly hearing dialogues still it doesn't work for all movies. Will the clear dialogue function of creative is excellent for all movies or it still has its limitations. And bose is 4 times the price of creative here in our country!. Even bose could not solve the problem of my TV speakers. Can creative do.. No demo available in our place.. Hence waiting for your answer sir!
@@sammathew81 I can't comment on something I've not tried!
good review .. im wondering if i have to go for this soundbar .. in india it sells for about 105 USD ... more inclined towards creative than boat jus cuz ive had the creative 5.1 .
thanks!
Would you suggest Stage 2.1 over T100 or Pebble plus in terms of sound quality? And is it suitable to work with laptop as well? Which one would you suggest for laptop?
Yes, the Stage would be my pick, namely the V2 model.
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks. You suggested T100 for desktop in one of the comments here. So I am confused. Could you tell me why you feel T100 is better for desktop than Stage 2.1? I am thinking of picking on of T100 or Stage V2 which is suitable for using for both TV and desktop/laptop. For using with laptop, the sound bar and the woofer would be much closer to the user than a TV because for watching TV, one would be little far from TV. Would this difference in distance from speaker affect the laptop user when he uses Stage V2?
@@clevitationcr1982 just depends on the use case. Suggest you watch both reviews and make the informed decision yourself. I've given my input multiple times. Both are good, but the overall sound of the Stage is better, that's why I prefer it.
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks.
How long is the sub woofer cable?
About 2 meters.
Why don’t do you a review on the azatom Cinemax sc100 120 watts 2.1 28 inch Soundbar with subwoofer and it’s only 60 watts and it’s mind blowing the bass is insane when it on max volume bass level plus 3
Never even heard of the company lol
totallydubbedHD ok but I do recommend it the company is not terrible at all
hi does it come with an optical cable plz? thanks
From memory it does, but can't be sure
Does it give a surround sound effect?
Not really, it's a budget soundbar
If compare to samsung t420 who's the winner for the affordable price?
No idea about the other one so can't comment
4:53 U CUT OUT MAH BEAUTIFUL BASS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 5:01 THANKS FOR BRINGING THAT BEAUTIFUL BASS!
Lol
@@TotallydubbedHD 😂
Using this through an lg tv and certain shows have the subwoofer making muffled sounds in the background.. happens less or not at all on hd content. Anyone else have this issue?
That doesn't sound right!
Can you adjust bass levels without the remote? I can't find my remote lol.
From memory, no!
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks for the reply. I was able to use my Harmony remote to control this unit. Yess!!
@@ML_1515 ha, happy days
Enjoyed this upload thanks great demo and presentation
Glad it helped :)
how do i make it work for tv I have used an hdmi cable but nothing happens
Make sure it's connected to the HDMI ARC port of your TV. Not just any HDMI port.
this is better than soundbar Samsung HW-T450 for TV Samsung 55Q60t?
No idea!
What is your take on the Creative Sound BlasterX Katana Gaming Soundbar? I believe it is a better worth than this one they created. With 5.1 & 7.1 Virtual Sound. A much better multitude of connection option plus other features as well.
yup, it's a good'un but in a different league when it comes to the price: ua-cam.com/video/RWB0yUBkUns/v-deo.html
Does it turn off and on with TV when connected via HDMI(ARC) ?
from memory, no it didn't - but I could be wrong!
Which is good...BoAt aavante 2.1, 120w or Creative Stage 2.1, 160w?
Not tried the other
@@TotallydubbedHD Without woofer, whether Creative Stage 2.1 sound bar(20w) is good on your opinion?
@@narayanaguru4969 I prefer the 2.1 over the 2.0
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks a lot...
@@narayanaguru4969 np!
Wow! That's cheap! I've been looking for a replacement of my Sony TV's speaker. I noticed last December that it sounds busted. Good thing you reviewed this one since I totally forgot about Creative nowadays.
Again... Excellent review. I got the felling that it was a bit recessed when you played music on it and you said it to in the review. It's pretty hard to evaluate audio test since the best way to discern a good or bad speaker is being right there. Listening to it personally. So yeah it's nice to hear you said it was recessed but for 80 bucks... That's a pretty good deal for a decent sounding speaker.
Wish you could do a review of the Magnifi Mini by Polk. I wanna hear your thoughts if this can be a good speaker for PC or console gaming. :)
Ha, no worries! Thanks buddy.
Yeah my work colleague heard that Polk, and liked it, but I've not heard it personally and don't think I will (as Polk stuff are hard to source).
For the price, don't think you can beat the creative!
Can i connected my pc via Bluetooth plzz answer
Technically yeah
Please tell me the hdmi arc cable version needed to connect it to tv?please provide link if possible
Don't think that's an issue or even a thing lol
80 lbs is just WAAAY too heavy for my desk!! What was creative thinking?
Sigh
What was your bass set to in this review?
Can't remember buddy, sorry! But it'll be dependent on your own room's acoustics :)
Brother, do we buy this??
Yes
Can this be linked up to an amplifier for Dolby Atmos?
highly doubt it lol
why would you even link it to an amp
@@JO_Artificial I have a very good Onkyo amp where I have linked my inceiling speakers back and front. I was looking to find a front facing speaker under the TV and am hoping to link all together through the amp so I can improve surround sound when watching movies.
How many speakers does the soundbar have? Any tweeters?
I have a samsung soundbar and the mids sound fine but the highs don't sound good at all. How are the highs on this soundbar?
Thanks
from the site; it shows only 2x speakers + 1x sub driver; so it hasn't got dedicated tweeters.
Highs are fine - given the price point, of course.
@@TotallydubbedHD I ended up going with the creative sound blasterx katana as it has dedicated tweeters. I'm happy with the sound quality :D
@@superarsenal009 fair enough, massive step up from this one :)
Bro which is good 2.1 ...boat , sony or creative
Creative bro
do I have to plug in the subwoofer to the soundbar or can I just plug it to a socket?
Not a wireless sub, so yes, needs to be plugged in
Nice review, I'm planning to buy this
enjoy!
Have you buy it ??? How is your expeeience ??
hello for watch tv its good idea buy this soundbar? cheeers
Sure it'll be fine for the price!
@@TotallydubbedHD in amazon spain the price now is 76€, nice price? cheers mate
@@josem.moreno8406 yeah not bad! If you're buying via Amazon. Link in the description gives me commission :)
@@TotallydubbedHD ok , i try to buy tomorrow cheers :)
@@josem.moreno8406 np!
Just got one set of Creative Stage 2.1, but the left right channel is swapped. Do you have the same issue?
Nope!
Try this updater, if you still didn't find solution: support.creative.com/Products/ProductDetails.aspx?catID=4&catName=Speakers&subCatID=848&prodID=23279&prodName=Creative%20Stage
Stage compare to katana which one is better sound n bass ?
Katana is better in every way - but then again it costs 2.5x the price?
@@TotallydubbedHD Thks for the great info.
Boat 2.1 or creative stage 2.1 ?
Not heard the other lol
Please make a review about this monitor viotek gft27db , thanks
What's default mode when powered on ?
Actually one has to choose.
Its double dash when powered on.
Where is the reviewer ?
RMS power?
See specs
Can anyone help me please, I've read on Amazon that it can cause problems with an LGTV? Anyone experiencing problems?
Don't know why there would be any issues with ANY TV, that has the right output for audio; not sure what's happening to these people on Amazon though lol
@@TotallydubbedHD @totallydubbedHD thank you for the prompt reply, much appreciated. I did think it was bizarre to put on there. Surely if there was a problem, you'd explain it for other customers. It's on Amazon if you have a look. There is one review that says a bit about it.
Anyhow, my apologies. Great video and it doesn't have the feel to it that you're doing a positive review because it's been paid for like a commercial like some UA-cam videos. Take care.
@@B17tailgunner thanks buddy; really sad at what you said though - it's something that I absolutely hate personally (paid reviews), and unfortunately it's something that's growing with those who don't have their own morals/ethics...going to look to cover that subject in a vlog soon actually :)
This thing sounds better than my Samsung sound bar at the same price wth
Which Samsung soundbar is that?
@@TotallydubbedHD I have the hw-t450 Samsung sound bar and it has too much emphasis on bass. Even turning it down, you can barely pull out vocals on movies. All the preset audio EQ settings on the bar also very trash . This sound bar sounds really freaking good and has way more features than the Samsung for a way cheaper price. Samsung need to stop making audio.
@@Spartan117A51 not tried that soundbar from Samsung, but generally they make the best soundbars - from my experience at least
Como puedo solucionar el volumen
No tiene volumen el equipo
@@juancarlosromero9015 it does; there are physical buttons on the device + a remote
@@TotallydubbedHD por favor en español gracias
C2.1 not good to android and iOS
for the price it sucks
Junk 2.1 creative soundbar 1 star maybe
Lol why
My laptop sounds better. This muffled piece of garbage sounds worse, and it is pricier than the Oontz Angle 3, which is smaller
Something is wrong then, or you got the best sounding laptop in the world lol
SUX for LG TV, bad works for hdmi ARC. The Optical work better but without TV remote controle volume UP/DOWN. Dont buy it!
That's normal behaviour, even if you bought a top-tier soundbar.