Hisense's HT Saturn Looks to Run Rings Around Traditional Soundbars

Hisense has taken the wraps off its new HT Saturn audio system which is designed to pair with premium Hisense TVs. Now, I’ve been reviewing soundbars since soundbars were first a thing (in the early 2000s). It’s not often that a TV sound system comes out that piques my interest, but it seems that the Hisense HT Saturn has that certain “it factor.” 

This is a five-piece surround system with four identical satellites and a wireless 6.5-inch subwoofer. The system includes 13 speakers in all, and it reminds me quite a bit of the $2,000-plus Sony HT-9, though it’s undoubtedly going to cost a lot less than that. 

The HT Saturn sound system is compatible with both Dolby Atmos and DTS:X technology, The system has room calibration when paired with a Hisense TV and is able to use the television’s onboard speaker as a center. Connections include HDMI eARC, optical and Bluetooth 5.3. The system is also wall-mountable, which makes the cube-ish shape easier to manage when combining with a TV.

There’s no shortage of soundbars out there, and a plethora of TV stereo systems too, but I’m interested to hear more about the Hisense HT Saturn when it debuts at CES 2025. Pricing and availability is yet to be announced.