LG SL9YG vs LG SK1 review
I had a chance to test and compare two models: LG SL9YG vs LG SK1 and this review should help people who are looking for a good soundbar. The LG SL9YG was rated 8, while the LG SK1 has a rating 4.5.
Audio features
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that SL9YG has 4.1.2 and SK1 has 2.0. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 500 (overall) versus 40 according to devices. The built-in subwoofer is not implemented in any of these models. Rate 8 out of 10 received the LG SL9YG for audio features and specs, but the LG SK1 received 5 out of 10.
Streaming services
Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. The SL9YG can play audio from Spotify.
Connectivity
Wireless Internet connection is realized only in the SL9YG. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the SL9YG. Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the SL9YG at 7 out of 10, while the SK1 was rated 6/10. The manufacturer of the SL9YG provides a device control application. The LG SL9YG equipped with a microphone. The LG SL9YG may become part of a multiroom system.
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the SL9YG. The SL9YG can work with surround sound due to DTS:X support. The SL9YG was rated 8/10, while the SK1 received a mark of 4/10 for multichannel surround.
Advantages LG SL9YG over LG SK1
- Separate subwoofer in package
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
- Audio return channel (HDMI ARC) support
- App control
- Microphone
- Multi-room support
- Compatible with Dolby Atmos
- Compatible with DTS:X
Common
Product
Model
Brand
Reviews
General
Placement type
Connection to source
Soundbar buttons
Audio features
Built-in channels
Amplification type
Output power, W
Separate speaker (in package)
Separate speaker connections
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
NFC
HDMI input/output
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
USB
Coaxial digital input/output
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
Headphone output
Subwoofer output
Features
Voice control
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)
DTS:X
DTS (other)
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
Weight, kg/pounds
Other
Release year
Soundbars SoundStrokes Art comparison rating
- 8LG SL9YG
- 4.5LG SK1
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