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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

3.11Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Speaker system: 45 inch 3.1 soundbar with 10 inch wireless subwoofer. The sheet calls it a true 3.1 system.

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Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

81Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026High frequency drivers (3) 1 inch soft dome tweeters, midrange (4) 3 inch oval cone woofers and a 10 inch subwoofer. Eight drivers in all. StereoNET also says seven drivers in the bar.

73Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

71Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Three tweeters and four midrange woofers listed for the bar.

63Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

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Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

AKlipsch Cinema 600

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Soundbar	Soft dome tweeter with Tractrix horn	3	25.4
Soundbar	Oval fiber composite cone woofer	4	76.2
Subwoofer	Ported woofer	1	254

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Tweeters 1 inch (25.4 mm) with Tractrix horns. Midrange woofers 3 inch (76.2 mm) oval fiber composite cone. Subwoofer 10 inch (254 mm) ported. Exact inch to mm values are as printed on the sheet.

BYamaha SR-B40A

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Soundbar	Full-range cone (front left and right)	4	46
Soundbar	Dome tweeter	2	25
Subwoofer	Cone woofer	1	160

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: sound bar front L/R 4.6 cm cone x 4 and 2.5 cm dome tweeter x 2. Subwoofer 16 cm cone x 1, bass reflex. Converted from the published cm.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Wireless 2.4 GHz technology pairs the subwoofer. An additional wired subwoofer output is provided.

Wireless3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

254mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026

160mm3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

01Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Rear speakers are not in the box. The sheet says to add the optional Surround 3 for 5.1.

03Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components pages show a sound bar, subwoofer, remote and cables. There are no detachable ends.

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Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

Klipsch Surround 31Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sheet: add the optional Surround 3 for a true 5.1 experience.

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Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

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200W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker lists maximum rated output power 50 W x 2 channels for the bar and 100 W for the subwoofer. The Yamaha USA specs page totals 200 W. Rating conditions are not stated.

Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

28Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specification table gives frequency response 28-20kHz. Tolerance and test conditions are not stated.

33Hz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Subwoofer 33 Hz to 210 Hz. The maker publishes ranges per component and no single system figure.

Published frequency response upper limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

20kHz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 202628-20kHz. Tolerance and test conditions are not stated.

22kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Front L/R 210 Hz to 22 kHz. Tweeter 9 kHz to 22 kHz. Per component, no tolerance stated.

Audio formats

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Dolby AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

No4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Review says it does not support Dolby Atmos and is limited to Dolby Digital 5.1.

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specs page lists Dolby Atmos as the sound technology and Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Digital as Yes. DTS Digital Surround is No.

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

No4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Review says there is no immersive audio support and the decoding is limited to lossy Dolby Digital and DTS.

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Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital, DTS2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Dolby Digital LED and the note that Dolby Digital sound modes need a Dolby Digital signal. The sheet says Dolby Digital processing is built in. DTS comes from Trusted Reviews.4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Spec table lists Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS 5.1.

Linear PCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

AKlipsch Cinema 600

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BYamaha SR-B40A

Connection	Format	Max input channels
HDMI eARC	Linear PCM	8
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby TrueHD	Not available
HDMI eARC	Dolby Atmos	Not available
HDMI ARC	Linear PCM	2
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Digital Plus	Not available
HDMI ARC	Dolby Atmos	Not available
Optical	Linear PCM	2
Optical	Dolby Digital	Not available

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported digital audio signal formats tables. eARC: 2-channel PCM, multichannel PCM up to 7.1 channels (8), and Dolby Digital, TrueHD, Digital Plus and Atmos bitstreams. ARC: 2-channel PCM, Dolby Digital, Digital Plus and Atmos. Optical: 2-channel PCM and Dolby Digital. The tables do not state Atmos transport per format.

Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

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Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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96kHz3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026PCM over HDMI eARC, HDMI ARC and optical: up to 96 kHz. Multichannel PCM over eARC also tops out at 96 kHz.

Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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24bits3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Same tables: PCM at 16, 20 and 24-bit on eARC, ARC and optical.

Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

AKlipsch Cinema 600

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	ARC	HDMI-ARC connection to the TV
Optical	1	Not available	Digital optical input
3.5 mm audio	1	Not available	Analog input
Subwoofer	1	Not available	Subwoofer output, RCA
Other	1	Not available	USB socket on the rear panel. No source in this file states its function
AC power	1	Not available	Mains power input

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Inputs: HDMI-ARC, Bluetooth, 3.5 mm analog and optical digital. Output: subwoofer (RCA). The manual rear panel diagram also shows a USB socket, a PAIR button and the AC inlet. The USB socket is stored as Other because no source gives its function.

BYamaha SR-B40A

Connector	Count	Role
HDMI	1	TV connection with eARC or ARC (HDMI OUT)
Optical	1	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	Firmware update only
AC power	1	Soundbar power input

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: one OPTICAL input, one HDMI OUT/TV (eARC/ARC) and one USB marked UPDATE ONLY. Power cords are listed for the bar and subwoofer.

HDMI ARC

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Inputs list HDMI-ARC. The sheet does not name eARC.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI eARC

No4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Review lists ARC and not eARC. AVNirvana says the Cinema 600 and 400 lack eARC.5Press articleavnirvana.com/threads/klipsch%E2%80%99s-new-cinema-sound-bar-lineup-offers-8k-passthrough-and-atmos-decoding-for-a-compact-immersive-experience.9049Read 10 October 2026Release text says the Cinema 600 and 400 lack eARC and use ARC.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

HDMI-CEC

Yes2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 6 says the bar receives TV audio over HDMI-ARC with CEC turned on.

Yes2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

No2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Only one HDMI connection exists, the HDMI-ARC link to the TV. No HDMI source input is described.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026The only HDMI connector is the TV output. A device other than a TV cannot be connected with the HDMI cable.

Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

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HDR passthrough formats

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VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Inputs list Bluetooth. Version and codecs are not published.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different version.

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5.13Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth Ver 5.1, Class 1, A2DP, sink function only.

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

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SBC, AAC3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sink function: SBC and MPEG4-AAC.

Wi-Fi

No4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Review says there is no built-in Wi-Fi and the only wireless link is Bluetooth.

No2Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/specs.htmlRead 13 October 2026Specs page lists Wi-Fi No, AirPlay No and MusicCast Surround No for the SR-B40A.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

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Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

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Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Companion apps

Klipsch Connect4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Review describes the Klipsch Connect app for iOS and Android for control, firmware updates and setup.

Sound Bar Remote3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Free Sound Bar Remote app. Tone control works only in the app.

Companion app platforms

iOS, Android4Reviewtrustedreviews.com/reviews/klipsch-cinema-600Read 10 October 2026Klipsch Connect for iOS and Android.

iOS, Android3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Included accessories: LED backlit remote control.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Standard, Dialog Enhance, Night Mode, Virtual Surround2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Pages 15 to 17: Dialog Enhance Mode with three levels, Night Mode, Virtual Surround Mode and a Dolby Digital indicator. Only one EQ profile is active at a time: Standard, Dialog Enhanced or Night.

Stereo, Standard, Movie, Game3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026One stereo mode and three surround modes: Standard, Movie and Game.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

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Room calibration system

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Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

Yes2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Dialog Enhance Mode raises dialogue and optimises the EQ. Three levels.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Night mode

Yes2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Night Mode reduces dynamic range and turns the subwoofer off.

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Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

Subwoofer level2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Remote has subwoofer level buttons. Surround level only applies when the optional Surround 3 is connected.

Treble, Bass, Subwoofer level, Bass Extension3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Tone control in the app adjusts treble and bass from -6 to +6. The remote has an independent subwoofer level control. Bass Extension is an on or off function.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

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25W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar power consumption 25 W. The subwoofer is listed separately at 20 W rated.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

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0.3W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar standby 0.3 W with HDMI Control and Bluetooth Standby off.

Published networked standby poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

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0.6W3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar standby 0.6 W with HDMI Control and Bluetooth Standby on. The bar has no Wi-Fi.

Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz internal power supply1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Voltage: 100-240 V 50/60 Hz internal power supply.

Sound bar: AC 100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz (US, Canada, Taiwan and Mexico models). The wireless subwoofer has its own power cord, AC 100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

Width1,143Height73Depth86mm(45 × 2.9 × 3.4 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Bar 45 in (114.3 cm) W x 2 7/8 in (7.3 cm) H x 3 3/8 in (8.6 cm) D. Stored from the centimetre figures.

Width910Height68Depth133mm(35.8 × 2.7 × 5.2 in)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar installed in front of a TV: 910 x 68 x 133 mm. With wall spacers: 910 x 66 x 139 mm.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

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2,900g(6.4 lb)3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound bar 2.9 kg (6.4 lb). Subwoofer 8.1 kg (17.9 lb).

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

AKlipsch Cinema 600

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)
Subwoofer	360	470	370

Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Subwoofer 14 1/4 in (36 cm) W x 18 1/2 in (47 cm) H x 14 1/2 in (37 cm) D. Stored from the centimetre figures. The sheet lists one weight of 30.8 lb (13.97 kg) without saying which part it covers, so no weight is stored.

BYamaha SR-B40A

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer SR-WSWB40A	194	419	407	8,100

Source3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Package dimensions

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Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

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Wall mountable

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Mounting options: 1/4-20 thread and included slim-depth wall brackets.2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Direct wall mounting page 5.

Yes1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Page lists built-in keyholes for wall mounting.

In the box

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In the box

Cinema 600 sound bar, Wireless subwoofer, LED backlit remote control, Two AAA batteries, Two 1.5 m power cords, 1.5 m HDMI cable, Two keyhole wall mount brackets with screws, Wall mount template1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Included accessories: LED backlit remote, (2) 1.5 m power cords, (2) keyhole mounting clips with 1/4-20 screw, wall mount template, (2) AAA batteries and 1.5 m HDMI cable. The subwoofer is part of the system.

Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, Remote battery (CR2025), Two power cords, HDMI cable (1.5 m), Mounting template, Two spacers, Quick guide, Safety guide3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026Confirming the included items: sound bar, subwoofer SR-WSWB40A, remote with CR2025 battery, two power cords, 1.5 m HDMI cable, mounting template, two spacers, quick guide and safety guide.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Included slim-depth wall brackets. No wall screws are supplied.2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Page 2 lists two wall mount brackets and two wall mount screws. Mounting screws for the wall are not included.

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HDMI cable included

Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 20261.5 m HDMI cable is in the accessories list.

Yes3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Optical cable included

No2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Components list shows an HDMI cable only. The sheet suggests an optical cable as an alternative to the supplied HDMI cable.

No3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026No optical cable is in the included items list.

General

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Series

Cinema5Press articleavnirvana.com/threads/klipsch%E2%80%99s-new-cinema-sound-bar-lineup-offers-8k-passthrough-and-atmos-decoding-for-a-compact-immersive-experience.9049Read 10 October 2026Release names the all-new Klipsch Cinema series of sound bars.

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Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

10687773Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/cinema-600-sound-barRead 10 October 2026Page structured data names sku 1068777 for the Cinema 600. This is a Klipsch SKU rather than a shorter model code.

SR-B40A, SR-B40ABL1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026Yamaha USA page for the SR-B40A bar with wireless subwoofer. SR-B40ABL is the US SKU used by retailers. The subwoofer model SR-WSWB40A comes from the user guide.

GTIN / EAN

7438780438228Retailer pageautogarsas.lt/en/products/klipsch-cinema-600-soundbaras-su-zemu-dazniu-garso-koloneleRead 10 October 2026Lithuanian retailer lists bar code 743878043822 for the Klipsch Cinema 600 with wireless subwoofer. One retailer only, and the Klipsch prefix 743878 matches the maker.

0271089619274Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/yamaha-sr-b40a-dolby-atmos-sound-bar-with-wireless-subwooferRead 13 October 2026US retailer lists model SR-B40ABL with UPC 027108961927. The ABL suffix is the black US SKU as listed by the retailer.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

December 20206Press articlewhathifi.com/news/klipsch-set-to-release-dolby-atmos-capable-cinema-soundbars-in-the-ukRead 10 October 2026Article dated 2 December 2020 announces the Cinema range for the UK, with the Cinema 600 due on sale in December. Month only.

20 July 20235Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2023/yamaha-expands-its-lineup-of-dolby-atmos-sound-bars.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Status

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Available1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026The Yamaha USA product page, specs and downloads pages are live in 2026. The page offers no price.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$4995Press articleavnirvana.com/threads/klipsch%E2%80%99s-new-cinema-sound-bar-lineup-offers-8k-passthrough-and-atmos-decoding-for-a-compact-immersive-experience.9049Read 10 October 2026Reproduces the Klipsch US release dated July 22, 2021: Cinema 600 priced at $499, available now at Klipsch.com, AudioAdvice.com and Crutchfield.com. Trusted Reviews also gives $499 and What Hi-Fi gave about $500 at the December 2020 UK announcement. US price excludes sales tax. The UK and Australian launch was earlier, so the US price at first sale may differ. Doubt recorded.

$399.955Press releaseusa.yamaha.com/news_events/2023/yamaha-expands-its-lineup-of-dolby-atmos-sound-bars.htmlRead 13 October 2026US press release: SR-B40A $399.95 MSRP. Tax treatment is not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US5Press articleavnirvana.com/threads/klipsch%E2%80%99s-new-cinema-sound-bar-lineup-offers-8k-passthrough-and-atmos-decoding-for-a-compact-immersive-experience.9049Read 10 October 2026US release for Klipsch.com and US retailers.

US1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specification table: Finish Black.

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Links

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Product page

www.klipsch.com/products/cinema-600-sound-bar3Maker product pageklipsch.com/products/cinema-600-sound-barRead 10 October 2026Klipsch product page with the spec sheet and manual download links. It has no purchase option.

usa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.html1Maker product pageusa.yamaha.com/products/audio_visual/sound_bar/sr-b40a/index.htmlRead 13 October 2026

Spec sheet

d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/spec-sheets/Cinema-600_Soundbar_Spec-Sheet_v02-1.pdfRead 10 October 2026

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Manual

d2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdf2Owner's manuald2um2qdswy1tb0.cloudfront.net/product-manuals/Cinema-600_Sound-Bar_Manual_v03.pdfRead 10 October 2026Klipsch Cinema 600 Sound Bar Manual v03, 46 pages in several languages, English first.

usa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdf3Owner's manualusa.yamaha.com/files/download/other_assets/8/1624438/web_AV23-0002_SR-B40A_ug_UABGRIN_En_B0.pdfRead 13 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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