TV and audio / Soundbars
BoseSoundbar
Smart Soundbar
Released September 2024.1Press releaseassets.bosecreative.com/m/78b10e1246fbc3cc/original/Bose-Smart-Soundbar-and-Bose-Personal-Surround-Sound-press-release_FINAL_engUS.pdfRead 8 October 2026US release states available starting today. Last checked 8 October 2026.
- System channel configuration
- Not available
- Dolby Atmos
- Yes
- Separate subwoofer included
- No
- HDMI eARC
- Yes
50 of 98 fields known.
At a glance
Standby power
Lower than 86% of other soundbars. Lower is better.
Ports
- HDMI
- Optical
- Micro USB
- Subwoofer
- 3.5 mm audio
- AC power
Audio system
- System channel configuration
- Not available
- Physical drivers in the package
- 51Press releaseassets.bosecreative.com/m/78b10e1246fbc3cc/original/Bose-Smart-Soundbar-and-Bose-Personal-Surround-Sound-press-release_FINAL_engUS.pdfRead 8 October 20262Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Physical drivers in the bar
- 51Press releaseassets.bosecreative.com/m/78b10e1246fbc3cc/original/Bose-Smart-Soundbar-and-Bose-Personal-Surround-Sound-press-release_FINAL_engUS.pdfRead 8 October 20262Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Up-firing drivers in the package
- 21Press releaseassets.bosecreative.com/m/78b10e1246fbc3cc/original/Bose-Smart-Soundbar-and-Bose-Personal-Surround-Sound-press-release_FINAL_engUS.pdfRead 8 October 2026
- Driver layout
Component Driver type Count Orientation Soundbar Racetrack transducer 2 Side-firing Soundbar Tweeter 1 Center Soundbar Transducer 2 Up-firing - Separate subwoofer included
- No3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Complete box contents and optional accessories sections.
- Included subwoofer connection
- Not available
- Included subwoofer driver diameter
- Not available
- Rear speakers included
- 03Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Complete box contents and optional accessories sections.
- Included rear speaker connection
- Not available
- Detachable rear speakers
- Not available
- Compatible optional subwoofers
- Bose Bass Module 500, Bose Bass Module 7003Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Optional accessories section.
- Compatible optional rear speakers
- Bose Surround Speakers, Bose Surround Speakers 7003Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Optional accessories section.
- Total RMS audio output power
- Not available
- Total peak audio output power
- Not available
- Published frequency response lower limit
- Not available
- Published frequency response upper limit
- Not available
Audio formats
- Dolby Atmos
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- DTS:X
- Not available
- Supported audio formats
- LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, AAC8Maker product pagesupport.bose.com.au/article/determining-the-digital-audio-format-ssb-soundbarRead 8 October 2026Exact Sold from 2024 article lists LPCM, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos and AAC. Public indexed article body read. Direct route renders a support shell.
- Audio formats by connection
- Not available
- Music file formats
- Not available
- Max wired audio sample rate
- Not available
- Max music file sample rate
- Not available
- Max wired audio bit depth
- Not available
- Max music file bit depth
- Not available
Connectivity
- Ports on the bar
Connector Count Role HDMI 1 TV audio input through ARC or eARC Optical 1 Digital audio input Micro USB 1 Service only Subwoofer 1 BASS output for compatible Bose bass module 3.5 mm audio 1 IR connection for optional infrared emitter AC power 1 Mains power input Source3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Rear-panel diagram page 59. USB connector type separately confirmed by support or review.6Reviewt3.com/tech/tvs/bose-smart-soundbar-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact 2024 model review identifies micro-USB service port and 3.5 mm bass output.- HDMI video passthrough
- No9Reviewrtings.com/soundbar/reviews/bose/smart-soundbarRead 8 October 2026Public review explicitly states no HDMI input. Numeric test results are locked and not used.
- Video passthrough modes
- Not available
- HDR passthrough formats
- Not available
- VRR passthrough
- Not available
- ALLM passthrough
- Not available
- HDCP version
- Not available
- Bluetooth audio input
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Bluetooth version
- 5.02Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Bluetooth audio codecs
- Not available
- Wi-Fi
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Wi-Fi standard
- Not available
- Wi-Fi bands
- 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Network troubleshooting explicitly uses both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.
- Built-in Ethernet speed
- Not available
Streaming and control
- Streaming protocols
- Apple AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Voice assistants
- Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026Alexa built in where available. Google Assistant requires a separate Google Home device.
- Built-in microphone
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Microphone mute control
- Yes3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Physical Microphone off touch button. No electrical isolation claim.
- Companion apps
- Bose app2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Companion app platforms
- iOS, Android2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
Sound processing
- Sound modes
- A.I. Dialogue Mode, Personal Surround Sound2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026Personal Surround Sound requires optional Bose Ultra Open Earbuds. Current feature.
- Automatic room calibration
- No2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026Comparison lists ADAPTiQ Yes for Ultra and No for Smart.
- Room calibration system
- Not available
- Dialogue enhancement
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Night mode
- Not available
- Equalizer controls
- Bass, Treble3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Adjust the audio section: bass and treble. Channel-level controls are separate.
- TV speaker integration
- Not available
Power
- Published operating power
- Not available
- Published standby power
- 0.48W5Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.bosecreative.com/m/1d2a0898ad7c3a3c/original/EC_No_1275_2008_Data_Table.pdfRead 8 October 2026March 13, 2025 data table, page 5. Bar at 230 V / 50 Hz, non-networked standby, microphone on before disabling networks.
- Published networked standby power
- 1.9W5Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.bosecreative.com/m/1d2a0898ad7c3a3c/original/EC_No_1275_2008_Data_Table.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 5. Bar at 230 V / 50 Hz with every wired network port connected and wireless network port activated.
- Power supply
- 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, 100 W input rating3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Regulatory input rating on page 6. Not operating consumption or amplifier output.
- Detachable rear battery life
- Not available
- Detachable rear charge time
- Not available
Measured
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- Low-frequency extension (measured)
- Not available
- High-frequency extension (measured)
- Not available
- Max sound pressure (measured)
- Not available
- Frequency response deviation (measured)
- Not available
- Measured latency
- Not available
- Operating power (measured)
- Not available
- Standby power (measured)
- Not available
- Soundbar weight (measured)
- Not available
Dimensions and weight
Front and side, drawn to scale.
- Soundbar dimensions
- Width694.4Height56.1Depth103.9mm(27.3 × 2.2 × 4.1 in)4Maker product pagebose.co.jp/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications metric dimensions. Bar alone.
- Soundbar weight
- 3,130g(6.9 lb)4Maker product pagebose.co.jp/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications metric weight. Bar alone.
- Component dimensions and weight
- Not available
- Package dimensions
- Not available
- Package weight
- Not available
In the box
- In the box
- Smart Soundbar, HDMI cable, Optical cable, Power cord, Remote control with battery, Quick start guide, Roku ready insert sheet2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Wall mount hardware included
- No3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Wall bracket must be purchased separately.
- HDMI cable included
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Optical cable included
- Yes2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
General
- Series
- Not available
- Model numbers
- 439269, 892079-11003Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Regulatory model on page 6. Retail identifier, where present, separately supported by SoundGuys.7Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-smart-soundbar-review-129893Read 8 October 2026Exact 2024 model review states retail model 892079-1100.
- GTIN / EAN
- Not available
- Announced
- 18 September 20241Press releaseassets.bosecreative.com/m/78b10e1246fbc3cc/original/Bose-Smart-Soundbar-and-Bose-Personal-Surround-Sound-press-release_FINAL_engUS.pdfRead 8 October 2026
- Status
- Available2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (EU)
- Not available
Links
- Product page
- www.bose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.html2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026
- Spec sheet
- Not available
- Manual
- assets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdf3Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/5f53b0a22e4d54bd/original/892389_OG_SSB-SOUNDBAR_en.pdfRead 8 October 2026
- EPREL registration number
- Not available
Warranty
- Manufacturer warranty (source market)
- 1year2Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.htmlRead 8 October 2026One-year limited warranty for new products directly from Bose US.
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Sources
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- Maker product pagebose.com/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.html
- Maker product pagebose.co.jp/p/home-theater/bose-smart-soundbar/SSB-SOUNDBAR.html
- Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.bosecreative.com/m/1d2a0898ad7c3a3c/original/EC_No_1275_2008_Data_Table.pdf
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