Many TVs do not have very good sound quality, so external speakers are a welcome addition to your home. We tested the soundbar this time PUNOS PS-20which belongs to the Xiaomi ecosystem. It is a 60 W soundbar with multiple speakers, so based on the parameters we have quite high expectations.
Where to buy PUNOS PS-20?
You can now order the PUNOS PS-20 soundbar from a well-known international retailer Banggood. It will be delivered to you directly from Czech warehouse with free shipping. Delivery takes about one week and you don't have to worry about any additional charges.
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Technical specifications
| PUNOS PS-20 | |
|---|---|
dimensions |
88 x 23 x 9 cm |
Weight |
8 kg |
Performance |
60 W (max. 150 W) |
Speakers |
2 x high; 4 x central; 2 x bass |
Frequency range |
45 Hz - 20 KHz |
Bluetooth |
yes (version 5.0) |
Sound modes |
cinema / music / news |
Audio inputs |
Bluetooth / Optics / Coaxial / AUX |
Contents of the package
Since we ordered the PUNOS PS-20 soundbar from a Czech warehouse Banggoodu, it was delivered to us by DPD courier. The box has dimensions of 101 x 17.2 x 30.5 cm and weighs 9 kg. This is no small soundbar. It is packed well, the cardboard box is sufficiently thick and strong, and the soundbar itself is still protected by foam reinforcements at both ends and in the middle.
The soundbar is also embedded in a soft white foil, so we evaluate the quality of the packaging positively. In addition to the sound bar, we will also find a smaller box in the box, in which the accessories are located. It consists of instructions for use, a charging cable with an adapter, a remote control and a pair of cables.
Cables for connection to a TV are not supplied with most soundbars, so we were pleasantly surprised that the PUNOS PS-20 soundbar package also includes an optical and coaxial cable. You can connect the soundbar in different ways.
Quality of processing and layout of elements
The PUNOS PS-20 soundbar is sold in two colors - white and red. We had a white version available. According to the available photos, however, the red design is actually in a wood decor with a subtle touch of red.
The construction of the soundbar is made of wood, so it is not a cheap plastic, as is the case in many cases. The front is covered with black fabric, the rest is wood painted white. What did not please us is the quality of this white paint. At first glance, it looks good, but when we looked at its surface treatment better, we found several imperfections in painting.
The soundbar has no buttons, so both sides with the top are completely empty. The edges are rounded and although they do not make a very premium impression in terms of design, they will definitely find their fans. The back and bottom are home to subwoofers. In addition to these, you will also find ports for connecting to the TV on the back.
Too big a size does not fit everyone
The PUNOS PS-20 is no compact soundbar. Its dimensions are 88 x 23 x 9 cm and is more suitable for the living room, where the TV is mounted on the wall. The whole soundbar stands on four raised legs, thanks to which it reaches a height of 10.3 cm from the ground.
Not all TVs have 10 cm of screen space. We have used a previously reviewed smart TV from Xiaomi with a diagonal of 43 ″. We have the TV placed on a cabinet, which is designed for TV. When we placed the sound bar from the PUNOS brand classically in front of the TV, it slightly interfered with the picture due to its height. Many TVs do not have a tall enough stand or feet to be taller than this soundbar.
Another problem is the depth of the soundbar, 23 cm. Our cabinet under the TV is 42 cm deep, so the soundbar took up more than half its depth. It only came in very close to the TV when we pushed it all the way back. Before you buy, we recommend that you check whether a soundbar of this size will fit into your living room.
As they say, speakers play better if they have a space in which they are located. There is plenty of space here. In combination with the wooden construction, we expect good sound quality, which larger dimensions should help. Everything has its advantages and disadvantages.
Rich connectivity
The PUNOS PS-20 offers a relatively wide range of connection options. At the back of the body of the soundbar you will find a black panel with ports that you can use to connect to a TV or other device. There is an optical port, AUX and coaxial. However, we will not find HDMI here.
In addition to cable inputs, the soundbar also supports Bluetooth. You can also play music from a smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth-enabled device. It switches between the individual modes using the remote control, where each of them has its own button.
The soundbar has five LEDs in the front above the PUNOS logo, which light up depending on which input is used. A display under the fabric would be better, showing at least the current volume level.
Sound quality and speakers
Inside the soundbar we can find up to 8 speakers with three amplifiers. Two of them are tweeters (1 ″), among which are four 2.5 ″ center speakers from the Alto brand. They are complemented by a pair of 8 ″ subwoofers at the bottom, with which we have 2.2-channel equipment. The specifications are very good, let's say something about the sound quality and our impressions.
On the page Banggoodyou will find information about 10 sound units, but there are 8 speakers. This is proven by the product photos and the individual speakers, which are covered by black fabric in front, can be seen in direct light.
But let's focus on what sound quality is. The audio output is at a very decent level. We first tested the soundbar by connecting it via an optical cable to the TV. We listened to music of different genres, watched series and movies and we can say that the sound is perfectly balanced. The most prominent are the mids and highs, which complement the bass at a very pleasant level. They are not strong or weak, so they are just well balanced.
Playback from a smartphone via Bluetooth is also absolutely hassle-free and we haven't seen any visible delays. The large body of the soundbar thus bears fruit in the form of a very decent sound, which will definitely significantly improve the sound of your TV.
As for the volume, it can be dosed in very slight steps, which we also appreciate. The maximum volume is sufficient and in a normal apartment you will definitely use the soundbar in the first half of the volume. On the other hand, the minimum volume level is really low, so it's no problem to listen to music even at night when you don't want to disturb anyone.
Remote control
The remote control is simple and works on the principle of infrared waves. To power it, you need a pair of AAA batteries, which are not included in the package. The dominant element of the remote control is the circular dial, with which you control the volume and order of songs.
In addition to it and the on / off button, each of the inputs here has its own button, which is quite unconventional. The inputs on most soundbars are switched by pressing a single button several times. However, with this solution, you will switch to the desired input faster.
The sound modes also have separate buttons, but they are optically linked into one. These buttons are somehow harder to press than the individual buttons. The last is the button for immediate mute, so called. mute.
Sound modes
As mentioned above, the soundbar has 3 preset modes for different styles. Specifically, it is a mode for music, film and news. In this case, however, the modes are irrelevant, as the sound is almost identical for each of them.
The attentive ear of the audiophile might catch a small difference, but the average person will not notice the difference. For this reason, we have absolutely no possibility to adjust the sound via the soundbar. The equalizer is missing and the sound modes do not work. You can't add bass, treble or manipulate the sound output directly from the soundbar. The only option is to adjust the equalizer in the player through which you play music.
PUNOS PS-20: Final evaluation
The PUNOS PS-20 is an interesting soundbar, but it won't suit everyone. Unlike conventional soundbars, which come with an external subwoofer, or you can buy it, the PUNOS PS-20 has all the speakers, including two subwoofers in one body. 8 separate speakers offer very decent sound output quality. The sound is well balanced and we are satisfied with its quality.
However, it will not suit everyone, especially because of its dimensions. The deep and tall body will not fit all TVs, nor will it fit in the cabinet in front of the TV. Even the product photos from the manufacturer suggest that the soundbar is more suitable for TVs that are placed on the wall. We tested it with Xiaomi Mi TV 4s, where, however, when stored on the cabinet, it slightly interfered with the image.
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