Yamaha YAS-109 vs LG SK1 review

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I had a chance to test and compare two models: Yamaha YAS-109 vs LG SK1 and this review should help people who are looking for a good soundbar. The Yamaha YAS-109 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 YAS-109 has 2.1 and SK1 has 2.0. These rivals can be compared in terms of power, 120 (overall) versus 40 according to devices. A built-in subwoofer is available only in the Yamaha YAS-109. Audio features and specs of considered models we rated 5 out of 10 in our ranking.

Streaming services

The YAS-109 can play audio from Spotify.

Connectivity

Wireless Internet connection is realized only in the YAS-109. Soundbars from this comparison have Bluetooth support. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) is implemented only in the YAS-109. Connecting devices via USB is possible in both models. We rated the connectivity of the YAS-109 at 8 out of 10, while the SK1 was rated 6/10.

Features

The manufacturer of the YAS-109 provides a device control application. The Yamaha YAS-109 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-109 or SK1. Devices from this comparison cannot process surround sound due to lack of DTS:X. The YAS-109 was rated 8/10, while the SK1 received a mark of 4/10 for multichannel surround.

Advantages Yamaha YAS-109 over LG SK1