Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC vs Polk Audio React review

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An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC vs Polk Audio React comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC has a total rating of 5.8 out of 10 versus 4.8 for React.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC has 7.1.4 versus 2.0 for the Polk Audio React. The output power is different and equal to 850 (overall) W for the Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC versus 30 (overall) W for the React. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. The Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC has a wireless connection to separate subwoofer, and the React - wired. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC got our rating of 8 out of 10, and the Polk Audio React 4 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify support is available on the React.

Connectivity

Only the Polk Audio React can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 0/1 of the Polk Audio React. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC received a rating of 7/10 versus 5/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the React. A built-in microphone is present only on the React. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Only the Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC has a Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format support. A surround technology DTS:X is supported only by the Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC. For multichannel surround Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC got a rating of 10, and Polk Audio React 6 out of 10.

Advantages Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC over Polk Audio React

Advantages Polk Audio React over Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1 eARC