We tried sound bars in the past, but they did not help with hearing dialogues clearer at all. If you get this keyboard, it is imperative that you also get a good set of keycaps. 9 is a perfect fit. The original Melomania 1 were already the best of my eleven! Ive been using this kit for a little while now. As is an "issue" with the other crocs, my feet tend to "glisten" in the scorching heat of the summer (but lets be real they also glisten in the subzero temps)--so the soles of these shoes are made out of the "croc material" and will begin to stink if you dont properly clean, and air out your shoes. I love where the waist falls! I purchased a size bigger than I wear. Cruiser. If you are worried about it put it together on carpet or a moving blanket.