Definitive Technology Mythos XTR-SSA5 Ultra-Thin 5-ch Surround Soundbar – B-Stock

Definitive Technology Mythos XTR-SSA5 Single-Enclosure Surround Speaker

The Definitive Technology Mythos XTR-SSA5 delivers uncompromising, high-performance surround sound from a single, slim enclosure designed to perfectly match the depth of today's ultra-thin TVs. This Definitive Technology Mythos XTR-SSA5 surround speaker provides an immersive audio experience without the clutter of a traditional 5-speaker system.

Solves the Poor Sound of Ultra-Thin TVs

Modern ultra-thin televisions often suffer from poor sound quality. This is because their speakers are tiny and poorly placed, typically facing down or backward, away from the listener. The resulting sound is often inadequate for movies, sports, or action programming. The XTR-SSA5 is the solution, engineered to deliver the clarity, dynamic impact, and life-like realism of a full-size component audio system in a slim surround bar.

Five-Channel Surround Sound Without Rear Speakers

For many, the hassle of running wires and finding space for rear speakers is a major objection to a traditional surround sound setup. The XTR-SSA5 eliminates this problem entirely. It provides all the thrills of five-channel surround sound from one convenient speaker. Simply connect the SSA5 to any multichannel receiver and a powered subwoofer to enjoy an enveloping surround experience without the extra wires and boxes.

How Spatial Array Creates Immersive Sound

This single-speaker solution uses patented Spatial Array technology to optimize the spatial presentation of all five channels, creating the illusion that you are surrounded by five separate speakers. It achieves this using two key techniques:

• Inter-aural Crosstalk Cancellation: This process eliminates signals from the left channel that reach the right ear (and vice-versa). By doing so, it preserves the directional cues on the recording, freeing the sound from the speaker enclosure.
• Head Related Transfer Function (HRTF): The system applies a filter to the rear channels that mimics the way the human ear perceives sound originating from behind. This provides additional, convincing directional cues.

Because Spatial Array technology does not depend on bouncing sound off walls, it works effectively in virtually any room or setup configuration, enveloping you in a three-dimensional sphere of sound.

Advanced Driver Technology in a Slim Profile

The secret to the XTR-SSA5's extraordinary performance is its XTDD technology Aluminum dome mid/woofer drivers. This design uses a dome shape that allows other parts to be tucked underneath, drastically reducing the driver's depth without sacrificing performance. The dome's Catenary geometry maximizes stiffness to resist flexing that can distort sound. These advanced drivers are paired with the same hyper-definition Pure Aluminum Dome Tweeter found in Definitive Technology's award-winning Mythos ST SuperTower® speakers, resulting in dynamic punch and a wide frequency range that other thin speakers cannot match.

A Rigid, Cool-Running Enclosure

The XTR-SSA5's enclosure is crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum. This space-efficient material is shaped with stiffening ribs and channels to make it ultra-rigid and free from performance-harming resonances. In addition, the design allows the driver magnets to protrude through the rear wall, where a thermally conductive gasket transfers their heat to the entire aluminum enclosure. This makes the cabinet a giant heat dissipater, keeping the drivers cool for improved reliability and performance.

Ultimate Placement Versatility

The XTR-SSA5 is designed to be placed wherever it works best for your system. It can be mounted directly to the wall using its built-in key-hole slots or with the included mounting bracket. For shelf placement, it comes with two types of adjustable support feet. These feet can raise the speaker to clear your TV's stand or angle it upward from a lower shelf to aim the sound directly at your ears.

Frequently Questions

• Why does my ultra-thin TV sound so bad?

  The speakers in most thin TVs are very small and often poorly placed on the bottom or back of the set, not even facing the listener. This results in sound that lacks clarity and impact.

• Do I need to buy separate rear speakers for surround sound?

  No. The XTR-SSA5 uses patented Spatial Array technology to create a convincing five-channel surround sound illusion from a single speaker bar, so you do not need rear speakers.

• Will this work in my specific room?

  Yes. The Spatial Array technology does not depend on bouncing sound off walls, so it is designed to work effectively in virtually any room and setup configuration.

• How can this speaker be so thin and still sound good?

  It uses advanced, patent-pending XTDD mid/woofer drivers with a special dome shape that reduces depth. This is combined with a rigid, resonance-free, aircraft-grade aluminum enclosure to deliver high performance from a slim profile.

• What are my setup options?

  The XTR-SSA5 is very versatile. It can be mounted on a wall using built-in key-hole slots or an included bracket. It also comes with two different sets of adjustable feet for placement on a shelf, either over your TV's stand or angled up from below.

Ready to finally match your ultra-thin TV with the high-performance audio it deserves? The Definitive Technology Mythos XTR-SSA5 surround speaker delivers an immersive, room-filling experience from one elegant component. Add one to your cart today, or contact Gibbys Electronic Supermarket for expert advice on matching it with the perfect receiver and subwoofer for your home.