However, if you try to go with Optical out only, you get a loud obnoxious sound

Although I have this TV connected to the Sonos ARC (an amazing soundbar), I will say the sound from this TV alone is good

I originally wanted a Vizio p series but I feel that this is even better!The picture is sharp and clear, no lagging, and the sound is good as well

While a little convoluted, this has worked fine for me... it has allowed me to have excellent sound without having to spend hundreds or thousands on an AV receiver for functionality that I don't need.

Very good picture and sound, wish home had more info and easier sign on

It is a really nice tv, good sound, great picture quality

GOOD PICTURE SOUND AND QUALITY

The sound is abysmal

this tv though is one of the best experiences i had with tv.great picture, good sound and handsome design.

The picture looks great and the sound is good.

Excellent image, sound and OS

A good (not great) picture, too few HDMI connections, mediocre sound even with the paired sound bar made for that TV

The picture is great, the sound is great

Great picture and sound.

The sound is decent, but I'll probably get a sound bar for louder sound and surround.

The sound is decent, but I'll probably get a sound bar for louder sound and surround.