Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 vs Klipsch Cinema 800 review

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The Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 vs Klipsch Cinema 800 comparison shows that these models have some important differences and common features. Both soundbars received a score of 8.2 in our ranking.

Audio features

Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that MusicCast BAR 400 has 5.1 and Cinema 800 has 3.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 200 (overall) versus 800 (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 Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 for audio features and specs, but the Klipsch Cinema 800 received 6 out of 10. Each of the competitors can play content from Spotify.

Connectivity

Both models have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. There are 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs in the Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 versus 2/1 HDMIs in the Klipsch Cinema 800. As in the MusicCast BAR 400, so in the Cinema 800 there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. The connectivity of each of the models was estimated at 8/10. The manufacturer of the Cinema 800 provides a device control application. The soundbars in this review are equipped with a microphone. The Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 may become part of a multiroom system.

Multichannel surround

Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the Cinema 800. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The MusicCast BAR 400 was rated 6/10, while the Cinema 800 received a mark of 8/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400 over Klipsch Cinema 800

Advantages Klipsch Cinema 800 over Yamaha MusicCast BAR 400