LG SN8YG vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC review

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LG SN8YG vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC comparison chart

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6.8
Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
6.6
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LG SN8YG vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC review

LG SN8YG
vs
Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC

An affordable soundbar is always a good option to consider, so LG SN8YG vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, SN8YG has a total rating of 6.8 out of 10 versus 6.6 for Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the LG SN8YG has 3.1.2 versus 9.2.4 for the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. The output power is different and equal to 440 (overall) W for the SN8YG versus 1300 (overall) W for the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. The LG SN8YG got our rating of 7 out of 10, and the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC 10 for its audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Soundbars do not have AirPlay support. Spotify support not implemented in both soundbars.

Connectivity

Only the LG SN8YG can connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The LG SN8YG has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 3/1 of the Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, the SN8YG received a rating of 8/10 versus 9/10, respectively. App control is available for the SN8YG. A built-in microphone is present only on the SN8YG. 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 LG SN8YG over Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC

  • WI-FI enabled
  • App control
  • Microphone
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