I finally found a room-filling soundbar that makes a subwoofer unnecessary for me

This ZDNET review evaluates the Bluesound Pulse Cinema soundbar (≈$1,500), praising its rich, room-filling 3.2.2 Dolby Atmos sound, impressive virtual surround via Surround Upmixer, and strong dialogue clarity without needing a subwoofer, thanks to 16 drivers and HDMI eARC connectivity. It criticizes the required control app for poor UI, lack of EQ, and unreliable Spotify integration, while noting a sleek, unobtrusive design and flexible setup (wall-mount, sub out). Compared to the JBL Bar 1000 (often cheaper), the Pulse Cinema can feel more dimensional, making it a compelling but costly option, especially for users seeking powerful audio without a separate sub.