Every Speaker With HDMI ARC

8 ranked speakers have a verified HDMI ARC or eARC input, sending TV audio to the speakers over the same cable that carries picture, with volume control through the TV remote via HDMI-CEC. That’s different from a plain HDMI input without ARC, which some speakers carry for other sources but which can’t receive TV audio this way. eARC adds bandwidth for higher-quality audio formats over the older ARC standard, but check your TV’s own port labeling either way; not every “HDMI” port on a TV supports ARC.

A speaker’s rank here reflects its measured audio performance, not the presence of this input. If you want sound quality weighed specifically against this feature, see our curated best powered speakers for TV picks instead of just every match.

This is every match, grouped by category and sorted by measured sound quality.

The Speakers

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Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Ranked #10 of 75 in Boombox Size Portable Bluetooth Speakers - Yeahbox Sonic Boom Ultra: $388.00 Amazon eBay

Pros: By far the loudest boombox tested against it, hitting 106-107dB, roughly 3-5dB louder than the JBL Boombox 4, Zealot ZE41, Tribit Stormbox Blast 2, W-King X20, and Hopestar A90/A95. The massive 6x9in racetrack woofer reaches audible bass down to around 30Hz on the Country EQ preset, and a teardown confirmed genuinely robust internals: a thick vented voice coil and a dedicated crossover output per driver. HDMI ARC input/output lets it double as a TV soundbar, a feature none of its direct competitors offer.

Cons: The 500W peak-power rating doesn’t fully hold up: it gets noisy above roughly 80-90% volume, and the midrange isn’t fully refined, sometimes sitting a touch too forward. The custom EQ in the app noticeably reduces bass output compared to the factory presets and doesn’t persist after the speaker powers off. No Auracast, no removable battery, a plastic handle with some flex, and heavy at 11kg (24lb) for $388. Most of the sound-quality coverage comes from enthusiast listening-test comparisons rather than independent measurement.

Full Yeahbox Sonic Boom Ultra review and specifications →

Amplifier Power	320W RMS / 500W Peak
App	Yes
Aux Input	Yes
Battery Capacity	45000mAh (Reviewer estimated)
Battery Life	24 hours (Manufacturer specified)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC (inferred; additional codecs unverified)
Bluetooth Version	6.0
Digital Aux Input	No
Dimensions	23.4" x 9.8" x 12.3" (595 x 248 x 313 mm)
Drivers	6x9in racetrack woofer (200W) + 2x 4.5in midrange (40W each) + 2x tweeters (20W each), true 3-way
EQ	Yes (Country, Classic, and custom app EQ; custom settings don't persist after the app closes)
IP Rating	IPX6
Inputs	HDMI ARC (in/out, usable as a TV soundbar), AUX in/out, USB drive, microSD, optional wired mic
Lights	Yes
MicroSD Playback	Yes
Omnidirectional	No
Party Mode	No (TWS stereo pairing of 2 units only, no Auracast)
Power Input	USB-C (60W fast charging)
Stereo	Yes
TWS	Yes
USB Playback	Yes
Weight	24.3 lbs (11 kg)

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Powered Speakers

Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #12 of 65 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Klipsch The Fives: $699 per pair Amazon eBay

Pros: In the tested Bass Cut mode, Erin’s Klippel data gives preference scores of 4.62 standalone and 6.98 with an ideal subwoofer, with a 2.7dB midrange response span. That mode offers considerably better tonal balance than the bass-heavy default behavior. HDMI ARC, phono/line input, digital inputs and subwoofer output make it a versatile stereo alternative to a soundbar. Measured bass extension of 57Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The favorable score specifically requires Bass Cut mode; it does not describe every firmware or bass setting. Bass reaches -3dB around 59Hz in that configuration. The review reports increasing compression around 200Hz and below 80Hz as volume rises, reducing bass dynamics. Careful placement and a subwoofer remain useful, and the horn/woofer transition is not perfectly uniform off-axis.

Full Klipsch The Fives review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	160W total system power (320W peak)
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	47.3Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	57Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.0
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Coaxial Input	No
DSP	Dynamic Bass, Flat and Bass Cut profiles
Dimensions	12"H x 6.5"W x 9.2"D (304.8 x 165.1 x 234.95 mm)
Drivers	1" horn-loaded tweeter; 4.5" woofer
Frequency Response	50Hz - 25kHz (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	HDMI ARC, USB, optical, Bluetooth, phono/line RCA
Optical Input	Yes
Outputs	Subwoofer
RCA Input	Yes
Spinorama Preference Score	4.62
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	6.98
Subwoofer Output	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	Primary 11.8 lbs (5.35 kg), Secondary 10.7 lbs (4.85 kg)
XLR Input	No

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Ranked #14 of 65 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - KEF LS50 Wireless II: $2,999.00 per pair Amazon KEF Crutchfield eBay

Pros: Erin’s measurements give preference scores of 4.52 standalone and 6.59 with an ideal subwoofer, with a -3dB point around 51Hz. The coincident Uni-Q layout helps preserve tonal consistency across horizontal and vertical listening positions. Low listening-window narrow-band deviation of 0.308 supports relatively clean midrange reproduction. HDMI eARC and streaming functions make it a capable all-in-one stereo system. Measured bass extension of 51.3Hz (-3dB).

Cons: The 3.0dB response span is good but not reference-leading, and dispersion still varies with frequency. Compact bass drivers limit deep-bass output. App placement adjustments are not the same as microphone-based automatic room correction. The price and primary/secondary architecture are practical trade-offs; neither driver geometry nor a single directivity statistic guarantees the best sound in every room.

Full KEF LS50 Wireless II review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	280W (LF) + 100W (HF) per speaker, bi-amped
App	KEF Connect (placement EQ presets, source selection, firmware updates)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	41.5Hz (measured, spinorama.org)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	51.3Hz (measured, spinorama.org)
Bluetooth	Yes, 4.2
Coaxial Input	Yes
Dimensions	12" x 7.9" x 12.2" (305 x 200 x 311 mm) each
Drivers	Uni-Q coincident array: 130mm aluminum woofer + 25mm MAT aluminum dome tweeter
EQ	Yes, fixed placement presets (desk/bookshelf/wall-mount) - no automatic room correction
Frequency Response	45Hz - 28kHz ±3dB
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	HDMI eARC, optical, digital coaxial, 3.5mm analog, USB-A (service), Ethernet
Maximum SPL	108dB at 1m (manufacturer specified)
Optical Input	Yes
Outputs	RCA subwoofer
RCA Input	No
Spinorama Preference Score	4.52
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	6.59
Subwoofer Output	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	44.3 lbs (20.1 kg) for the pair
XLR Input	No

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Links
- Official KEF LS50 Wireless II Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Erin’s Audio Corner Measurements (spinorama.org) More from Erin’s Audio Corner →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #34 of 65 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Neumi BS5P-ARC: $219.99 per pair Amazon eBay

Pros: Erin’s selected measurements give a 2.6dB midrange span and a 6.13 ideal-subwoofer preference score, indicating better tonal performance above the bass than its former near-bottom position suggested. HDMI ARC makes it a convenient low-cost TV stereo system.

Cons: The standalone score drops to 2.94. The published response reaches -3dB around 113Hz and -6dB around 83Hz, so bass balance is a significant limitation in that measured configuration. It is not the same model or dataset as the original BS5P. The score alone cannot establish clean output, and a subwoofer should not be assumed to solve crossover or room-integration issues automatically.

Full Neumi BS5P-ARC review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	75W total (37.5W per channel)
Aux Input	No
Bluetooth	Yes
Coaxial Input	Yes
Country	China
Dimensions	10.6H x 7.2W x 8.5D in each
Drivers	1" silk dome tweeter with integrated waveguide, 5" poly-cone woofer
Enclosure	2-way active
Frequency Response	50Hz - 20kHz (Typical In-Room) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, USB-C, optical, coaxial, RCA analog
Optical Input	Yes
RCA Input	Yes
Spinorama Preference Score	2.94
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	6.13
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	24.9 lbs (11.3 kg) pair
XLR Input	No

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Ranked #38 of 65 in Medium Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Onkyo GX-30ARC: $349 per pair Onkyo eBay

Pros: HDMI ARC, USB-C, optical and analog inputs make it a convenient compact system for a desk or TV. Erin’s Klippel data gives a 2.82 standalone preference score and 5.55 with an ideal subwoofer. The midrange response spans 3.8dB, offering usable but not reference-level tonal performance.

Cons: The response rises toward the treble by about 0.48dB per octave. Bass reaches -3dB around 74Hz, not the lower LFX value used inside the preference model. Vertical listening position affects crossover balance. Its extensive connectivity does not compensate for response irregularities, and the published tonal data alone does not establish maximum clean output.

Full Onkyo GX-30ARC review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	Class D amplification
Aux Input	Yes
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.3
Coaxial Input	No
Country	Japan (design)
Dimensions	approx. 8.7H x 5.8W x 7.9D in each
Drivers	1" tweeter, 4" woofer
Enclosure	2-way powered, rear-ported
Frequency Response	55Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	HDMI ARC, USB-C, optical, phono/line, 3.5mm aux, Bluetooth 5.3
Optical Input	Yes
Outputs	Subwoofer
RCA Input	No
Spinorama Preference Score	2.82
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	5.55
Subwoofer Output	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) (primary speaker)
XLR Input	No

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Links
- Onkyo GX-30ARC Official Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
- Erin’s Audio Corner Measurements (spinorama.org) More from Erin’s Audio Corner →
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers

Ranked #39 of 67 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Klipsch The Nines: $999.99 per pair Crutchfield eBay

Pros: The 1.7dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz supports even mids, and measured -3dB extension is 42.5Hz. Extensive consumer connections and app adjustment make it convenient for TV and music, while the horn provides a focused listening presentation. Measured bass extension of 41Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 82.5dB.

Cons: The 5.99 ideal-subwoofer score reflects limitations beyond the narrow midband span. Horizontal coverage is relatively focused, so placement matters for multiple seats. The reviewer preferred reduced treble, and bass limiting at higher playback levels means the large woofer is not a guarantee of unlimited output.

Full Klipsch The Nines review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	240W total (480W peak; 100W LF + 20W HF per powered speaker)
App	Klipsch Connect (bass/mid/treble EQ)
Aux Input	Yes
Bass Extension (-10dB)	31Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	41Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	Yes, 5.0
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD
Coaxial Input	No
Dimensions	19.13"H x 9.5"W x 13.38"D
Drivers	8" high-excursion fiber-composite woofer, 1" titanium LTS vented tweeter with Tractrix horn
Frequency Response	34Hz - 25kHz +/-3dB (manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	HDMI ARC, Bluetooth 5.0, phono/line RCA, 3.5mm, USB, optical
Maximum SPL	115dB at 1m (stereo pair, manufacturer specified)
Optical Input	Yes
Outputs	Subwoofer
RCA Input	Yes
Sensitivity	82.5dB (measured at 0.30V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Spinorama Preference Score	4.42
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	5.99
Subwoofer Output	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	28.4 lbs (12.9 kg) primary, 26.9 lbs (12.2 kg) secondary
Woofer Cabinet	rear-ported bass reflex
XLR Input	No

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Links
- Official Klipsch The Nines Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
Head-to-Head Comparisons

Ranked #47 of 67 in Large Size Powered Bookshelf Speakers - Cambridge Audio L/R X: $2,399.00 per pair Amazon eBay

Pros: A 2.5-way active design with a 28mm aluminum tweeter, a front-facing 5-inch mid-woofer, a second 5-inch woofer at the base whose passband overlaps the first (the source of the “.5”), and dual 6-inch side-firing passive radiators per speaker. Erin’s Audio Corner measured wide, even horizontal dispersion (a broad flare out to about the -6dB point around 1.5 to 3kHz) and deeper extension than the smaller L/R S, with an F3 of about 43Hz and F10 of about 37Hz. In-app DSP for room size, speaker distance from the front wall, and reflective surface type gave an audible change in bass tightness in testing. Connectivity covers HDMI eARC, RCA aux, a moving-magnet phono input, optical digital, USB-C, USB-A, Wi-Fi streaming, and a subwoofer output, making it a full living-room hub rather than just a stereo pair. Measured bass extension of 43Hz (-3dB).

Cons: On-axis response is less linear than the L/R S, with dips in the bass, a peak around 1-2kHz, and a dip spanning the upper mid-range into the lower treble; Cambridge confirmed the dip is a deliberate DSP notch for a tweeter breakup resonance rather than a driver flaw, but it was audible as a mild suck-out in an AB pink-noise comparison. Vertical dispersion is narrower and asymmetric than the L/R S, at about plus 20 to minus 10 degrees, because the greater distance between the tweeter and mid-woofer creates more lobing, so listening height and stand placement matter more. Multitone distortion rides close to the 3% threshold at 96dB measured at 1 meter in the far field, limiting headroom for loud, wide-band material. Output falls off quickly below about 50Hz, so home-theater use with deep bass content benefits from an added subwoofer.

Full Cambridge Audio L/R X review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	800W total (400W per speaker)
App	Yes
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	37Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	43Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	Yes
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC
Coaxial Input	No
DSP	Yes, room size, wall distance, and reflective surface correction
Dimensions	7.9" (200 mm) W x 330mm H x 260mm D (each)
Drivers	28mm aluminum tweeter, 2x 5" mid-woofers, 2x 6" side-firing passive radiators
Frequency Response	35Hz - 24kHz (±3dB, manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	HDMI eARC, RCA aux, RCA phono (MM), optical digital, USB-C, USB-A, Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Optical Input	Yes
Outputs	Subwoofer
RCA Input	Yes
Subwoofer Output	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	Yes
Weight	22.9 lbs (10.4kg) each
XLR Input	No

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Links
- Official Cambridge Audio L/R X Product Page
Reviews, Comparisons and Sound Samples
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Head-to-Head Comparisons

Large Size Powered Floorstanding Speakers

Ranked #1 of 6 in Large Size Powered Floorstanding Speakers - KEF LS60: $5,999.99 per pair Amazon Crutchfield eBay

Pros: Erin’s on-axis measurement combines a 1.9dB response span from 300Hz to 5kHz with a 7.22 ideal-subwoofer preference score, supporting even vocal and instrumental balance. Extended-mode bass reaches roughly 25Hz at -3dB. The coaxial Uni-Q arrangement maintains unusually consistent tonality across listening positions, while HDMI, digital and analog inputs plus network streaming make this a convenient complete music and TV system. Measured bass extension of 23Hz (-3dB), with a measured sensitivity of 97.7dB.

Cons: A diffraction dip around 9kHz can soften cymbal shimmer when aimed directly at the listener; 10-20 degrees of toe-out helps. DSP limiting reduces bass reach and dynamic output at high volume, so its deep low-level extension is not a promise of the same performance on loud peaks. App placement and tone controls are less flexible than parametric room correction. Each roughly 31kg tower is awkward to move.

Full KEF LS60 review and specifications →

AES Input	No
Amplifier Power	700W (500W LF Class D + 100W MF Class D + 100W HF Class AB)
App	Yes (KEF Connect)
Aux Input	No
Bass Extension (-10dB)	<20Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bass Extension (-3dB)	23Hz (measured, Erin's Audio Corner)
Bluetooth	Yes (5.0 with SBC, AAC)
Bluetooth Codecs	SBC, AAC
Coaxial Input	Yes
DSP	Yes (Music Integrity Engine)
Dimensions	42.9"H x 8.3"W x 15.5"D (1089.7 x 210.8 x 393.7 mm)
Drivers	4 x 135 mm (5.25 in.) Uni-Core Force Cancelling Driver: woofers, 100 mm (4in.) aluminium cone midrange, 19 mm (0.75 in.) vented aluminium dome with Metamaterial Absorption Technology tweeter
EQ	Yes (Normal and Expert modes, room adaptation)
Frequency Response	31Hz - 24kHz (±3dB) (Manufacturer specified)
HDMI Input	Yes
Inputs	Wifi, Optical, Digital coaxial, RCA, HDMI eARC, Ethernet
Maximum SPL	111dB @ 1m (pink noise) (manufacturer specified)
Optical Input	Yes
Outputs	Subwoofer RCA
RCA Input	Yes
Sensitivity	97.7dB (measured at 0.3V/1m, Erin's Audio Corner)
Spinorama Preference Score	6.57
Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub	7.22
Streaming Services	Yes (AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Roon Ready, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Amazon Music, Qobuz, Deezer)
Subwoofer Output	Yes
TRS Input	No
USB Input	No
Weight	69 lbs (31.3 kg) each
Wi-Fi	Yes (dual-band)
XLR Input	No

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