Sony HT-G700 vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC review
The Sony HT-G700 vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. The Sony HT-G700 was rated 6.2, while the Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has a rating 6.
Audio features
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that HT-G700 has 3.1 and Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC has 7.2.4. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 400 (overall) versus 1000 (overall) according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. An external subwoofer can be connected to any of the units in this comparison. Rate 7 out of 10 received the Sony HT-G700 for audio features and specs, but the Nakamichi Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC received 9 out of 10.
Streaming services
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The units in this comparison do not support Spotify.
Connectivity
Both models do not have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs are in each of soundbars. As in the HT-G700, so in the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the HT-G700 at 8 out of 10, while the Shockwafe Elite 7.2 eARC was rated 7/10.
Features
None of these soundbars can be controlled using the app. Soundbars in this review are not equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.
Multichannel surround
Manufacturers equipped both units with Dolby Atmos audio decoder. Units from this comparison can process surround sound due to DTS:X support. The same score of 10/10 was put to the soundbars for multichannel surround support.