Q-Symphony links Samsung TVs with Harman Kardon and JBL speakers and soundbars

Samsung is expanding its Q-Symphony audio technology beyond its own hardware. At CES 2026, the company confirmed that new Harman Kardon and JBL speakers and soundbars will support Q-Symphony, allowing them to link with Samsung TVs as a single, cohesive sound system.

For Samsung TV owners, that means no longer being limited to Samsung-branded bars and speakers. Q-Symphony will synchronize playback across the TV’s built-in drivers and external Harman Kardon or JBL setups, creating a wider, more immersive soundstage. It is a practical shift that fits how many people already mix gear at home.

Samsung has not yet explained exactly how the compatibility works. Early indications are that most Harman Kardon and JBL wireless speakers launching in 2026 will include native Q-Symphony support. The feature likely relies on a dedicated hardware module or chip, which would make sense given both brands sit within Samsung’s ecosystem.

Looking ahead, Samsung could go further. The recent acquisition of Sound United gives the company control of several well-known audio names, including Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, and Polk Audio. That opens the door for Q-Symphony to become a unifying technology across Samsung’s wider audio ecosystem.

In essence, Samsung is signaling a more flexible and open approach to home audio, letting users put together premium systems from different brands without losing signature features. A small change on paper, but one that can noticeably streamline real-world setups.