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ASUS Republic of Gamers has launched the ROG Gjallar premium gaming soundbar in Europe, priced at €599.99. The device is designed to deliver impactful, cinematic surround sound and clear in-game communication. It features a 2.1.2 Dolby Atmos configuration with left and right full-range speakers, tweeters, up-firing channels, and a powerful 5G wireless subwoofer. The soundbar includes an all-in-one audio control hub for EQ settings, playback controls, input selection, and RGB lighting, as well as built-in Acoustic Echo Cancellation microphones for communication. Connectivity options include USB-C, HDMI 2.1 (eARC), optical, AUX, and Bluetooth 5.3, alongside a built-in USB Type-A hub. The system is compatible with ASUS Aura RGB lighting and can be fine-tuned via a web-based Gear Link PC tool or a mobile app.