Samsung’s first Wi-Fi speakers look like modern art, and they might actually sound good
- Music Studio 7 and 5: Samsung’s first Wi-Fi speakers feature design by Erwan Bouroullec, with the Studio 7 offering 3.1.1-channel spatial audio and hi-res support up to 24-bit/96kHz
- HW-Q990H flagship: The 11.1.4-channel soundbar adds Sound Elevation for dialogue placement and Auto Volume for consistent levels across content
- HW-QS90H all-in-one: A 7.1.2-channel system with built-in subwoofer and gyro sensor that adapts to wall-mount or tabletop placement
- Q-Symphony expansion: Compatible Samsung TVs can now connect up to five sound devices simultaneously with automatic room calibration
CES 2026 is right around the corner, but Samsung is already making announcements. The company is finally jumping into Wi-Fi speakers with two new Music Studio models that look like they could be centerpieces for your living room.
Samsung’s spent years trying to hide its tech—The Frame TV disguised as artwork, the Music Frame speaker hidden behind a picture. But the Music Studio series goes the opposite direction, working with designer Erwan Bouroullec to make speakers that are meant to be seen. The design draws from what Samsung calls a “timeless dot concept” found throughout music and art.
The Music Studio 7 is the premium model, packing 3.1.1-channel spatial audio with left, center, right, and upfiring speakers. It handles hi-res audio up to 24-bit/96kHz and uses some proprietary tech to keep channels from overlapping. AI Dynamic Bass Control aims to deepen bass without distortion. You can use it standalone or pair it with compatible Samsung soundbars and TVs via Q-Symphony for a full surround setup. It’s only available in black.
The smaller Music Studio 5 features a 4-inch woofer and dual tweeters with a built-in waveguide for better sound dispersion. It’s got the same AI Dynamic Bass Control as the Studio 7, plus Wi-Fi casting, streaming services, voice control, and Bluetooth.
Samsung’s also refreshing its soundbar lineup. The HW-Q990H flagship keeps the same 11.1.4-channel setup as last year’s HW-Q990F—7.0.2-channel main bar, 4.0.2-channel rear speakers, and a subwoofer with dual 8-inch drivers. What’s new are AI features like Sound Elevation, which directs dialogue toward the center of your screen, and Auto Volume, which keeps levels consistent across different content.
The HW-QS90H all-in-one soundbar is new to the lineup, cramming a 7.1.2-channel system with 13 drivers and an integrated subwoofer into one unit. Like last year’s HW-QS700F, it’s got a gyro sensor that automatically adjusts the sound whether you wall-mount it or set it on furniture.
Q-Symphony is getting an upgrade too—you can now connect up to five sound devices to a compatible Samsung TV, and the system will automatically calibrate based on your room.
No word yet on pricing or availability. We’ll be checking out the full lineup on the ground at CES 2026 in Las Vegas from January 6-9.
