JBL Bar 9.1 vs LG SN4Y review
In this article, we will talk about JBL Bar 9.1 vs LG SN4Y comparison. The JBL Bar 9.1 was rated 9, while the LG SN4Y has a rating 5.4.
Audio features
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. A noticeable difference is the number of channels that Bar 9.1 has 9.1 and SN4Y has 2.1. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 820 (overall) versus 400 (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 9 out of 10 received the JBL Bar 9.1 for audio features and specs, but the LG SN4Y received 6 out of 10.
Streaming services
The Bar 9.1 can play audio from Spotify.
Connectivity
Wireless Internet connection is realized only in the Bar 9.1. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs are in each of soundbars. As in the Bar 9.1, so in the SN4Y there is the HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC). Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the Bar 9.1 at 10 out of 10, while the SN4Y was rated 7/10.
Features
Each of the soundbars can be controlled using the application. The JBL Bar 9.1 equipped with a microphone. The JBL Bar 9.1 may become part of a multiroom system.
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos audio decoder is onboard the Bar 9.1. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The Bar 9.1 was rated 7/10, while the SN4Y received a mark of 6/10 for multichannel surround.
Advantages JBL Bar 9.1 over LG SN4Y
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- WI-FI enabled
- Microphone
- Multi-room support
- Compatible with Dolby Atmos
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
- 9JBL Bar 9.1
- 5.4LG SN4Y
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