ZVOX has unveiled the new AV835 soundbar ($269.99), a compact version of its flagship AV855 designed for TVs 32 inches and larger. Aimed at consumers who want crystal-clear dialogue and room-filling sound in smaller spaces—like bedrooms, kitchens, dorm rooms, or secondary TVs—the AV835 brings ZVOX’s renowned dialogue-enhancing technology and immersive audio performance to a more affordable and space-friendly package.
The AV835 isn’t trying to be the mothership of your home theater. It’s a compact, soundbar designed for normal people who don’t want their living room looking like Skywalker Ranch. ZVOX leans on its dialogue-clarification tech—which is still some of the best in the business—so you can actually hear what people are saying without jacking the volume every time an explosion hits.
It’s not Atmos, it’s not a surround-sound circus, but that’s the point: it’s simple, clear, and built for spaces where convenience and intelligibility matter more than bragging rights.
ZVOX AV835 Soundbar: Affordable $269 Plug-and-Play Upgrade for TVs
Despite its smaller footprint, the ZVOX AV835 doesn’t sound like a compromise. This low-profile, single-cabinet soundbar ditches the headache of multi-speaker setups and still manages to fill a room with satisfying detail.
Like its big brother, the AV855 ($329), it offers 20 levels of voice boost: 10 levels of ZVOX’s patented AccuVoice (built on hearing-aid algorithms that pull dialogue forward without cranking the volume) and another 10 levels of SuperVoice, which strip away background clutter so you can actually hear what’s being said.
Add in Output Leveling—which evens out quiet dialogue and those “blast your eardrums” commercials—and you’ve got a soundbar designed to keep the peace. Translation: your landlord won’t be knocking on your door.
At just over 17 inches wide, the AV835 packs serious hardware for its size. Two 2.95-inch woofers handle bass with enough punch to make you forget it’s a compact bar, while two 1.46-inch front-firing drivers cover mids and highs with plenty of clarity.
ZVOX’s PhaseCue Virtual Surround tech expands that sound into something that actually feels cinematic, even sneaking in a virtual center channel for sharper vocals. And all of this comes from a bar that’s barely 2 inches tall and 5 inches deep.
Aesthetically, the brushed aluminum enclosure and metal grille look a lot more high-end than the price tag suggests, and its compact build slides neatly under most TVs or onto crowded consoles without hogging real estate.
Usability is equally thought out: there’s a discreet digital display that shows volume and inputs, an included IR remote with big, legible buttons, and plug-and-play setup via HDMI-ARC, optical, or 3.5mm analog. Better yet, your TV remote can handle the basics—volume, mute, power—so you don’t end up with a drawer full of redundant remotes.
ZVOX AV835 Soundbar Specifications
- Dimensions: 17.6″ W x 5″ D x 1.9″ H
- Weight: 3.2 lbs
- Voice Enhancement: 20 levels total
- 10 levels of AccuVoice (dialogue lift)
- 10 levels of SuperVoice (background noise reduction)
- Virtual Surround: PhaseCue technology with virtual center channel
- Inputs: HDMI-ARC, Optical, 3.5mm analog, USB
- Output Leveling: Yes (balances loud commercials and quiet dialogue)
- Bluetooth: No
- Drivers:
- Two 2.95″ built-in woofers (bass)
- Two 1.46″ front-firing drivers (mids/highs)
- Power Supply: 15V DC adapter
- Amplifier: High-performance built-in amplifier
- Included Accessories: IR remote control with large buttons, batteries, all necessary audio cables
The Bottom Line
The ZVOX AV835 isn’t here to flex with Dolby Atmos logos or brag about detachable satellites—it’s here to solve a problem: lousy TV audio. For $269.99, you get a compact, no-nonsense soundbar that makes dialogue crystal clear, evens out volume swings, and adds enough bass to keep things lively without rattling the walls.
It’s ideal for bedrooms, dorms, kitchens, or anyone who just wants to hear what’s being said without decoding alphabet-soup formats. Think of it as the anti-overkill soundbar: simple, effective, affordable—and your landlord won’t be banging on the door asking why your “Fast & Furious” marathon sounds like a drag strip in the living room.
Where to buy: $269 at Amazon | ZVOX
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