I got this for my 42 inch monitor which doesn't have a optical or hdmi arc port. Using this with AUX cord is great! and works perfectly. Turning on the monitor turns the soundbar on with as well!. The remote has all the features/controls with EQ/sound modes/source modes. There is also a dimmer option so if you do not like those lights on the soundbar you can turn them off. The subwoofer is a good size. Overall - Can safely say for the price it is really good. The bass is decent and the sound is really loud for my bedroom (if you want really thumping bass you might wanna go for a higher up soundbar because this ones not that loud).