A Decade in the Making
For the past ten years, Samsung’s California Audio Lab has primarily directed its engineering talent toward the soundbar and subwoofer market. With the launch of the Music Studio 7, the company is finally expanding its footprint into the standalone streaming speaker category. This marks a significant evolution for Samsung, signaling a renewed ambition to compete directly with premium hi-fi brands.
Hardware and Immersive Audio
The Music Studio 7 (HW-LS70H) is built for serious audio performance. It utilizes a 3.1.1-channel configuration, which includes a dedicated built-in woofer and an up-firing driver to facilitate immersive Dolby Atmos playback. The goal is to create a multidimensional soundstage that fills a room, rather than just projecting sound forward.
- Wireless Dolby Atmos for immersive 3D audio.
- 3.1.1-channel configuration with an integrated woofer and up-firing speaker.
- SpaceFit Sound Pro technology that uses sensors to calibrate audio based on room acoustics.
- Q-Symphony integration, allowing the speaker to sync with compatible Samsung TVs and soundbars.
Software and Connectivity
Setup and control are handled via the Samsung Sound App, which allows for multi-room grouping and easy switching between music and television audio. Features like Active Voice Amplifier Pro help keep dialogue clear during movies, while Auto Volume normalizes loudness spikes, ensuring a consistent listening experience without needing to reach for the remote.
The sound of the music coming from the Samsung Music Studio 7 had excellent clarity, with the entire frequency range covered nicely. It can be paired with another Samsung Music Studio 7 for left and right performance.
— Techaeris Review
The Verdict: Can It Compete?
Initial reception suggests the Music Studio 7 is a formidable contender. By focusing on hi-res audio, lossless file support, and a sleek, minimalist design, Samsung has created a product that feels at home in a dedicated listening space. Whether it can disrupt the dominance of brands like Sonos will depend on its long-term reliability and the continued expansion of the Samsung ecosystem.
