Our VerdictOXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
Our VerdictOXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
Our Verdict
Our Verdict
OXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
ForImmersive SoundExcellent ConnectivityCan get very loudAgainstExpensiveMids can get muddy
ForImmersive SoundExcellent ConnectivityCan get very loud
AgainstExpensiveMids can get muddy
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Starting out with the look, this thing is loaded with RGB lighting, with two up-firing, front-firing, and side-firing speakers complete with that familiar burst of colour as you turn it on. Those bright lights do serve a purpose with them being used to choreograph which of the listening modes are currently being engaged. We’ll get more into that later but, for now, know that the RGB lighting isn’t entirely meaningless, and it looks quite pretty in the dark.
One of the main benefits of a soundbar like this is you simply need to plug it into the mains and it works. You don’t need to work around terminal cables or find space on equidistant sections of a desk for the optimal sound. Plop it down, plug it in, and get listening.
It also comes with two different controllers; a remote that you can change settings from afar with, and a small wheel that you can spin and tap down to change volume and turn it on with. That dial tends to feel a little unnecessary with the remote but it’s a nice bit of tech that feels surprisingly intuitive in use.
Thunder Pro specs(Image credit: Future)Speaker:2 x 0.75-inch tweeters, 2 x 2.5-inch woofers, 4 x 1.5-inch full range driversConnectivity:Bluetooth, USB, Aux, HDMIWeight:4.5kgFrequency response:75Hz - 20kHzPrice:$600/£600
Thunder Pro specs
(Image credit: Future)Speaker:2 x 0.75-inch tweeters, 2 x 2.5-inch woofers, 4 x 1.5-inch full range driversConnectivity:Bluetooth, USB, Aux, HDMIWeight:4.5kgFrequency response:75Hz - 20kHzPrice:$600/£600
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Speaker:2 x 0.75-inch tweeters, 2 x 2.5-inch woofers, 4 x 1.5-inch full range driversConnectivity:Bluetooth, USB, Aux, HDMIWeight:4.5kgFrequency response:75Hz - 20kHzPrice:$600/£600
It’s an obviously very nice bit of kit that is sturdy and powerful—loud enough to really thump a desk. This impressive façade, however, hides an audio quality that is lacking if you manage to catch it in the wrong audio space. Hrvrd’s On With Disease, a song filled with intricate guitar work, pounding drums, and high-pitched vocals, is thunderous thanks to the speaker’s high levels of bass. On the other hand, TTNG’s Baboon, a mathy miasma of mids and highs doesn’t quite fair as well. The OXS Thunder Pro feels almost perfect for Loathe’s Aggressive Evolution, on the other hand, thanks to its Djenty guitar work, blasting drums, and Deftones-style vocals.
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Destiny 2, which has managed to capture my partner’s life since the launch ofThe Final Shape, is great in those fast-paced gunfights and almost becomes too much. See, the OXS Thunder Pro is appropriately named as the thing booms on a desk and can be almost overwhelmingly atmospheric.
Though it has tons of ways to shift the volume up and down, there’s a noticeable point where it goes from a slightly underwhelming speaker to a monstrous one. For this reason, it can almost be hard to recommend it as purely an under-monitor speaker. Its volume, size, and the remote controller actually make it a much better TV audio source. If you want to crank the OXS Thunder Pro, don’t sit in front of it as it gets so loud you get lost in the wall of sound. The smattering of drivers allows for 3D audio, meaning you can make out directional sound from where you’re sat. When it works just right, this is honestly a magical experience, even if it does start to lose its charm after a little while.
Buy if…
Don’t buy if…❌ You want clear mids:Though the bass is very good here and highs are mostly solid, mids can get a little muddy.❌You plan on using it at low volume:It can be a little underwhelming when you don’t crank it, and it can get loud very quickly.❌You’re on a budget:There are better choices out there at a smaller price point, even if they don’t have some of the OXS' more interesting features.
Don’t buy if…
❌ You want clear mids:Though the bass is very good here and highs are mostly solid, mids can get a little muddy.❌You plan on using it at low volume:It can be a little underwhelming when you don’t crank it, and it can get loud very quickly.❌You’re on a budget:There are better choices out there at a smaller price point, even if they don’t have some of the OXS' more interesting features.
❌ You want clear mids:Though the bass is very good here and highs are mostly solid, mids can get a little muddy.❌You plan on using it at low volume:It can be a little underwhelming when you don’t crank it, and it can get loud very quickly.❌You’re on a budget:There are better choices out there at a smaller price point, even if they don’t have some of the OXS' more interesting features.
That’s all before mentioning the rather prohibitive cost of $600 for its cheapest model. For now, you can get almost any of thebest PC Gaming speakers, and have cash left over for a brand-new game too. The Thunder Pro valiantly attempts to cover for the more muddled mids with three gaming modes; FPS, RAC, and MOBA, which focus on different sections of the sound. For the most part, this is a good idea and being able to move from hearing footsteps with greater clarity to listening to team call-outs makes the listening experience more engaging.
The Thunder Pro has great connectivity, a good look, and snazzy controls, yet lacks somewhat in its overall delivery. OXS has put out a product I really want to like more than I have, in the end delivering a still solid if uninspiring experience. Which is not what you want from such a premium-priced product.
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The Verdict70Read our review policyOXS Thunder ProOXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
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70Read our review policyOXS Thunder ProOXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
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OXS Thunder ProOXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
OXS Thunder Pro
OXS has launched a very capable soundbar that is a little more impressive on paper than in person. Bass is great, connectivity is fantastic, and it pumps out a much louder sound than you would expect but it tends to lose a lot in that wall of sound. You really pay for the privilege too.
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