Ultimea Skywave F30: 3.1.2-Channel Soundbar with Dolby Atmos

The Ultimea Skywave F30 is a 3.1.2-channel soundbar with Dolby Atmos support, a maximum output of 300 W and a wired subwoofer. Two upward-firing speakers add a height effect to the front channels. Alongside the standard model, there is also a Skywave F30 Boom version with a larger subwoofer.

Speakers and spatial sound

The 3.1.2 configuration consists of three front channels, a subwoofer and two upward-firing speakers. These direct sound towards the ceiling, where it can reflect back towards the listener to create the impression of sound overhead. The effect also depends on the room: a flat ceiling and an unobstructed path between the soundbar and the ceiling generally help reflection more than obstacles or a highly uneven surface.

The upward-firing drivers use neodymium magnets and 18-core coils. The soundbar itself measures 80 × 9 × 4.6 cm and weighs approximately 6 kg. When placing it in front of a TV, account for its width and leave a clear path above the upward-firing drivers.

Power, bass and sound modes

The system’s stated maximum output is 300 W. Bass comes from a wired subwoofer with a 5.25-inch driver, so its connection to the soundbar needs to be considered when choosing a location.

VoiceMX technology is designed to make dialogue more prominent, which may help when watching scenes with loud music or background effects. A digital signal processor (DSP) adjusts the sound with the aim of reducing distortion. Speech clarity and the overall sound also depend on the recording, volume and room.

There are six equalizer modes: Film, Music, Voice, Sports, Game and Night. Users can choose a setting to suit the content or listening conditions; for example, Voice mode is intended for spoken content.

Skywave F30 vs F30 Boom: the subwoofer difference

Both variants use a 3.1.2-channel configuration and support Dolby Atmos. The standard Skywave F30 has a 5.25-inch subwoofer, while the F30 Boom uses a 6.5-inch model. The larger driver may appeal to listeners who prefer more prominent bass, although its size alone does not guarantee a particular sound.

Dimensions of 106 × 282 × 317 mm are also listed for the standard variant, and 200 × 315 × 234 mm for the Boom. It is not specified which component these measurements refer to, so they cannot be compared directly with the dimensions of the soundbar itself. Based on the listed figures, the Boom is larger in two dimensions, but not all three.

Connectivity and controls

HDMI eARC has a stated bandwidth of up to 37 Mbps and can carry uncompressed high-resolution audio. To use Dolby Atmos, you also need a suitable source and content in that format, as well as a compatible connection. It is worth checking the TV’s support and audio output settings too.

There are also optical and USB inputs, plus Bluetooth 5.4. Bluetooth is useful for streaming music from a smartphone, for example, but the version number alone does not guarantee low latency or Dolby Atmos transmission. Playback options through each input depend on the connected source and supported format.

CEC allows the soundbar to be controlled with a compatible TV remote, for example when adjusting the volume. Other functions, such as synchronized power and input selection, depend on the devices and their settings. The Ultimea App lets users adjust the equalizer and update the software from a smartphone.

The Skywave F30 combines height channels for Atmos with sound adjustment options and several inputs. When choosing between it and the Boom, the main practical considerations are the desired bass response, space for the subwoofer and the compatibility of the TV and audio source.