Hi Boomer, The TV can get pretty loud, but most people will find a sound bar is clearer and easier to understand as the speakers are more powerful and facing directly toward you. This sound bar might be a good option for you: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/samsung-hw-q70t-3-1-2ch-soundbar-with-dolby-atmos-dtsx-2020-black/6400660.p?skuId=6400660&ref=212&loc=1&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjer4BRCZARIsABK4QeVgTNdR56szvbX_VJ354j3fSsTNf31R-XTtxfJ6yyRGAXoRjS2C89waAnr9EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
^Scott