Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 vs Samsung Q990B review

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Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 vs Samsung Q990B comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 has a total rating of 8.2 out of 10 versus 9.8 for Q990B.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 has 9.2.4 versus 11.1.4 for the Samsung Q990B. The output power is different and equal to 1000 (overall) W for the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 versus 656 (overall) W for the Q990B. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 10 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

Only the Samsung Q990B can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 has 3/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 2/1 of the Samsung Q990B. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 received a rating of 8/10 versus 10/10, respectively.

Features

App control is available for the Q990B. A built-in microphone is present only on the Q990B. Soundbars do not have Multi-room support.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The surround sound technology DTS:X is supported by devices under review. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 10 points out of 10.

Advantages Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 over Samsung Q990B

Advantages Samsung Q990B over Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2