Upgrade your TV setup with our favorite expert-tested soundbars

Ty Pendlebury tests and researches TVs and home entertainment tech for CNET , a sister site of Mashable .

He's been testing audio-visual equipment, including soundbars, for over 20 years .

Soundbars can run anywhere from as low as $75 to easily over $ 1,500 .

To achieve true surround sound or exemplary bass sound, you'll need dedicated speakers.

The Bose Smart Soundbar isn't the cheapest option out there, but for most people, it's a great option with powerful sound.

The Roku Streambar is CNET 's top pick overall for the best soundbar (and an Editors' Choice award recipient) It's available at an incredibly budget-friendly price.

As a smart speaker, it also works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

The Sonos Arc Ultra is a true upgrade pick, offering some of the highest-quality sound for under $1,000 you can get.

The Streambar's four internal speakers may not offer absolute top-of-the-line sound, but you'll find that it offers a noticeable boost to the quality and depth of the sound from your TV, especially with dialogue.

The Arc Ultra achieves that feat through its impressive hardware.