Yamaha YAS-107 vs LG SK1 review
I had a chance to test and compare two models: Yamaha YAS-107 vs LG SK1 and this review should help people who are looking for a good soundbar. The Yamaha YAS-107 was rated 6.8, while the LG SK1 has a rating 4.5.
Audio features
Each of the models under consideration has active amplification type. By the number of channels, the devices do not differ. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 120 versus 40 according to devices. A built-in subwoofer is available only in the Yamaha YAS-107. Rate 7 out of 10 received the Yamaha YAS-107 for audio features and specs, but the LG SK1 received 5 out of 10. The YAS-107 can play audio from Spotify.
Connectivity
Both models do not have a wireless Wi-Fi interface. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the YAS-107. The connectivity of each of the models was estimated at 6/10.
Features
The manufacturer of the YAS-107 provides a device control application. Soundbars in this review are not equipped with a microphone. The models under consideration cannot become part of a multiroom system.
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos audio decoder support is not implemented in either the YAS-107 or SK1. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The YAS-107 was rated 6/10, while the SK1 received a mark of 4/10 for multichannel surround.
Advantages Yamaha YAS-107 over LG SK1
- Built-in subwoofer
- Amazon Music compatible
- Spotify support
- Audio return channel (HDMI ARC) support
- App control
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
- 6.8Yamaha YAS-107
- 4.5LG SK1
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