Customer reviews from Samsung US
Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - HW-Q990D/ZA 11.1.4 Channel Q-Series Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Rear Speakers, Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony - Black
Average customer rating
4.6
(785 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 785 reviews
5 Stars
622
4 Stars
97
3 Stars
23
2 Stars
12
1 Star
31
76%of customers recommend this product.
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83 out of
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Customer Reviews for Samsung - Refurbished Excellent - HW-Q990D/ZA 11.1.4 Channel Q-Series Soundbar with Wireless Subwoofer and Rear Speakers, Dolby Atmos and Q-Symphony - Black
Customer Rating
1
stuck in e-arc
on March 22, 2025
Posted by: annoyed
Worked great recommended it to a friend and they brick it with an update.
Response from Samsung USBy Samsung Solutions, March 24, 2025
Hello annoyed,
We appreciate your feedback regarding the issues you are experiencing with your HW-Q990D Soundbar. Please contact us for service and a Support agent will gladly help get this fixed.
At your earliest convenience, please reach out to Samsung Customer Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.
~ Samsung Solutions
We appreciate your feedback regarding the issues you are experiencing with your HW-Q990D Soundbar. Please contact us for service and a Support agent will gladly help get this fixed.
At your earliest convenience, please reach out to Samsung Customer Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.
~ Samsung Solutions
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Sounds great! Tell us more!
on January 26, 2025
Posted by: barbless
Q990C is a great sounding bar! As reviewers have repeatedly pointed out, Samsung's engineers provide an array of features that produce stellar sound out of the box. I don't understand, though, why Samsung doesn't make any effort to describe the various settings they provide - what they do, how to set them, what to expect. For instance, there appears to be two different settings that, based solely on their names, are related to voice. Even in the full product manual, there's barely more than acknowledgement that each setting exists. This is an odd tactic. For a bar as expensive as this, with as much engineering as has been devoted to it, one would think Samsung would provide enough guidance for us to adjust this product to its maximum potential in our own home. Please provide us with a "Tweaker's Manual"!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Features
4
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
4
Response from Samsung USBy Samsung Solutions, January 27, 2025
Hi barbless,
We appreciate you providing your feedback and experience with the HW-Q990D Soundbar. There is a wide range of audio adjustments available to tune the sound to your liking.
You can manually optimize your audio experience by pressing the SOUND CONTROL button (which looks like a gear), you can set the audio function such as Auto EQ, Spacefit sound, AVA, Voice Enhance mode, Night mode, Sync, Surround speaker mode, Virtual. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons.
Alternatively, you can press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons.
You can try quickly optimizing the audio by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your remote, and then select the desired sound effect by choosing STANDARD, SURROUND SOUND, GAME, or ADAPTIVE SOUND.
To control the volume of each speaker, press the CH LEVEL button on the provided remote. Then select CENTER LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, WIDE LEVEL, FRONT TOP LEVEL, REAR LEVEL, or REAR TOP LEVEL. Once you find the channel you are looking for, adjust the volume between -6 to +6 by using the Up/Down buttons.
There are multiple ways to control the bass levels for your new Soundbar.
1) Using the WOOFER button on the provided Soundbar remote. Use the woofer button by pushing forward or pulling backward on the button itself to adjust the bass levels between -12 or -6/+6. If you want to reset the bass to 0 then push the button in.
2) When you press the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the treble or bass levels between -6/+6.
Alternatively, you can adjust all of these same settings and more within the SmartThings app. Download the app for your iOS or Android device and then connect your Soundbar to Wi-Fi. From here, you will be able to adjust all of the same settings as the provided remote, but with the added benefit of being able to see the changes on your smart device.
If you’d like more help with settings, please know we’re here to help! Call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8AM - 12AM EST, 7 days a week. Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the ‘Support’ link for:
• Live Chat
• Manuals, Software, & Warranty Info
~ Samsung Solutions
We appreciate you providing your feedback and experience with the HW-Q990D Soundbar. There is a wide range of audio adjustments available to tune the sound to your liking.
You can manually optimize your audio experience by pressing the SOUND CONTROL button (which looks like a gear), you can set the audio function such as Auto EQ, Spacefit sound, AVA, Voice Enhance mode, Night mode, Sync, Surround speaker mode, Virtual. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons.
Alternatively, you can press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons.
You can try quickly optimizing the audio by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your remote, and then select the desired sound effect by choosing STANDARD, SURROUND SOUND, GAME, or ADAPTIVE SOUND.
To control the volume of each speaker, press the CH LEVEL button on the provided remote. Then select CENTER LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, WIDE LEVEL, FRONT TOP LEVEL, REAR LEVEL, or REAR TOP LEVEL. Once you find the channel you are looking for, adjust the volume between -6 to +6 by using the Up/Down buttons.
There are multiple ways to control the bass levels for your new Soundbar.
1) Using the WOOFER button on the provided Soundbar remote. Use the woofer button by pushing forward or pulling backward on the button itself to adjust the bass levels between -12 or -6/+6. If you want to reset the bass to 0 then push the button in.
2) When you press the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the treble or bass levels between -6/+6.
Alternatively, you can adjust all of these same settings and more within the SmartThings app. Download the app for your iOS or Android device and then connect your Soundbar to Wi-Fi. From here, you will be able to adjust all of the same settings as the provided remote, but with the added benefit of being able to see the changes on your smart device.
If you’d like more help with settings, please know we’re here to help! Call us at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8AM - 12AM EST, 7 days a week. Or visit us on the Samsung website and click on the ‘Support’ link for:
• Live Chat
• Manuals, Software, & Warranty Info
~ Samsung Solutions
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
3
Functional but not amazing
on March 7, 2025
Posted by: crewman
My expectations might have been too high after seeing the product page here. These are ok, but nothing incredible. They're has never once been a time I've thought, "Wow that sound is great". It's much an experience of, "Yes, I hear sound."
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
3
Performance
3
Design
5
Value
2
Response from Samsung USBy Samsung Solutions, March 10, 2025
Hello crewman,
We appreciate you taking a few moments to review the Samsung HW-Q990D Soundbar.
You can manually optimize your audio experience by pressing the SOUND CONTROL button (which looks like a gear), you can set the audio function such as Auto EQ, Spacefit sound, AVA, Voice Enhance mode, Night mode, Sync, Surround speaker mode, Virtual. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons.
Alternatively, you can press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons.
You can try quickly optimizing the audio by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your remote, and then select the desired sound effect by choosing STANDARD, SURROUND SOUND, GAME, or ADAPTIVE SOUND.
To control the volume of each speaker, press the CH LEVEL button on the provided remote. Then select CENTER LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, WIDE LEVEL, FRONT TOP LEVEL, REAR LEVEL, or REAR TOP LEVEL. Once you find the channel you are looking for, adjust the volume between -6 to +6 by using the Up/Down buttons.
There are multiple ways to control the bass levels for your new Soundbar.
1) Using the WOOFER button on the provided Soundbar remote. Use the woofer button by pushing forward or pulling backward on the button itself to adjust the bass levels between -12 or -6/+6. If you want to reset the bass to 0 then push the button in.
2) When you press the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the treble or bass levels between -6/+6.
Alternatively, you can adjust all of these same settings and more within the SmartThings app. Download the app for your iOS or Android device and then connect your Soundbar to Wi-Fi. From here, you will be able to adjust all of the same settings as the provided remote, but with the added benefit of being able to see the changes on your smart device.
I hope these tips help you enjoy your new product.
You can always contact us for further help at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.
~ Samsung Solutions
We appreciate you taking a few moments to review the Samsung HW-Q990D Soundbar.
You can manually optimize your audio experience by pressing the SOUND CONTROL button (which looks like a gear), you can set the audio function such as Auto EQ, Spacefit sound, AVA, Voice Enhance mode, Night mode, Sync, Surround speaker mode, Virtual. The desired item can be adjusted using the Up/Down buttons.
Alternatively, you can press and hold the SOUND CONTROL button for about 5 seconds to adjust the sound for each frequency band. 150Hz, 300Hz, 600Hz, 1.2kHz, 2.5kHz, 5kHz, and 10kHz are selectable using the Left/Right buttons and each can be adjusted to a setting between -6 to +6 using the Up/Down buttons.
You can try quickly optimizing the audio by pressing the SOUND MODE button on your remote, and then select the desired sound effect by choosing STANDARD, SURROUND SOUND, GAME, or ADAPTIVE SOUND.
To control the volume of each speaker, press the CH LEVEL button on the provided remote. Then select CENTER LEVEL, SIDE LEVEL, WIDE LEVEL, FRONT TOP LEVEL, REAR LEVEL, or REAR TOP LEVEL. Once you find the channel you are looking for, adjust the volume between -6 to +6 by using the Up/Down buttons.
There are multiple ways to control the bass levels for your new Soundbar.
1) Using the WOOFER button on the provided Soundbar remote. Use the woofer button by pushing forward or pulling backward on the button itself to adjust the bass levels between -12 or -6/+6. If you want to reset the bass to 0 then push the button in.
2) When you press the TONE CONTROL button, you can adjust the treble or bass levels between -6/+6.
Alternatively, you can adjust all of these same settings and more within the SmartThings app. Download the app for your iOS or Android device and then connect your Soundbar to Wi-Fi. From here, you will be able to adjust all of the same settings as the provided remote, but with the added benefit of being able to see the changes on your smart device.
I hope these tips help you enjoy your new product.
You can always contact us for further help at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.
~ Samsung Solutions
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
1
Unhappy, not working
on March 25, 2025
Posted by: Zymbo
from Chicago, IL
Baught it few months ago, product not functioning after firmware update and Samsung is aware of the problem and will email me someday when they have a solution.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Features
5
Performance
5
Design
5
Value
1
Response from Samsung USBy Samsung Solutions, March 26, 2025
Hi Zymbo,
We appreciate your feedback regarding the issues you are experiencing with your HW-Q990D Soundbar. Please contact us for service and a Support agent will gladly help get this fixed.
At your earliest convenience, please reach out to Samsung Customer Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.
~ Samsung Solutions
We appreciate your feedback regarding the issues you are experiencing with your HW-Q990D Soundbar. Please contact us for service and a Support agent will gladly help get this fixed.
At your earliest convenience, please reach out to Samsung Customer Support at 1-800-SAMSUNG (Ask for Soundbars), 8 AM – 12 AM EST, 7 days a week. Our Live Chat agents are also available by clicking on the ‘Support’ link on our website.
~ Samsung Solutions
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
Blows Me Away Every Time!!
on July 5, 2025
Posted by: Zapp617
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This soundbar is seriously next-level. The Q990D with the rear speakers and Q-Symphony just makes everything sound HUGE. Movies feel like I’m in the theater — the bass hits hard, dialogue is super clear, and the surround sound really fills the whole room.
Setting it up was super easy, and it connected to my Samsung TV right away. I love that it’s wireless (except the power cords, of course), so there’s no messy cables all over.
Music sounds awesome too — crisp highs and deep lows — and Atmos effects are noticeable without being gimmicky. Honestly, it makes me excited to rewatch old movies just to hear them with this system.
If you want your TV setup to sound as good as it looks, this thing delivers. Couldn’t be happier with it!
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product has a good sound.
on July 17, 2025
Posted by: Love26
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I use this sound equipment for movies and listening to music, it is a decent, immersive sound.
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
5
This product has great features
on July 23, 2025
Posted by: Luuchaa
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Sounds great, deep bass, good for music, gaming, movies you name it and it delivers
Value
5
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US
Customer Rating
4
Solid soundbar for the price
on July 30, 2025
Posted by: Sidisekkat
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased this soundbar to replace my Klipsch that kept breaking on me. Even though it is made of plastic, it is a better soundbar. The most thing I wish it had is a better subwoofer.
Value
4
Written by a customer while visiting Samsung US