JBL Bar 2.1 vs LG LASC58R

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Votes 1 1
Rating 5 5

Bar 2.1 vs LASC58R comparison chart

Overall
JBL Bar 2.1
6
LG LASC58R
6.2
8
8
Multichannel surround
4
6

JBL Bar 2.1 vs LG LASC58R review

JBL Bar 2.1
vs
LG LASC58R

Comparing JBL Bar 2.1 and LG LASC58R makes sense because it shows what devices in their segment can offer. LASC58R offers better sound and bass than its opponent - Bar 2.1. According to the results of our comparison, Bar 2.1 received 6 points out of 10 possible, and LASC58R was rated 6.2 points.

Advantages JBL Bar 2.1 over LG LASC58R

  • Wireless connection via Wi-Fi

Advantages LG LASC58R over JBL Bar 2.1

  • Comes with 2 separate speakers
  • App for remote control

Audio features

Each of the compared models received 7 points for the audio features.

Bar 2.1
7
LASC58R
7

It worth understanding the difference between the two types of amplification: a passive soundbar does not have its own amplifier and receives amplification from the signal source, while an active soundbar has a built-in amplifier. The same active type of amplification is used in the Bar 2.1 and the LASC58R.

There are stereo soundbars and multichannel ones. It is with the help of multichannel devices that you can get volumetric sound. It is worth noting one of the main differences, the Bar 2.1 has 2.1 channels, while the LASC58R has 4.1 channels. Also, the output power of the soundbars under consideration is different, JBL Bar 2.1 has 300 (overall) W, and 420 (overall) W has the competitor.

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
Built-in channels2.14.1
Amplification typeactiveactive
Output power, W300 (overall)420 (overall)
Separate speaker (in package)02
Separate speaker connectionshas notwireless

Subwoofers

Soundbars can have a built-in or external subwoofer. The first type is inseparable from the soundbar body, but for the second, you can choose a good location for deep bass. Both reviewed devices are equipped with an external subwoofer. Competitors support wireless connection to a separate external subwoofer.

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connectionswirelesswireless

Multichannel surround

Unlike stereo, when reproducing multichannel sound, each specific direction of sound corresponds to its dedicated channel with a separate independent loudspeaker, which creates a three-dimensional sound stage. The Bar 2.1 received rating 4 out of 10 for multichannel audio processing, but the LASC58R, in the same category, earned 6 out of 10 points.

Bar 2.1
4
LASC58R
6

The peculiarity of Dolby Atmos is that this format is object-oriented, that is, each object of the audio signal is sounded separately and linked to its spatial location. If we look at the models in terms of Dolby Atmos support, then none of these soundbars can work with this technology.

DTS:X is an algorithm for processing sound scenes by the processor, linking directly to objects, rather than channels, and calculating the optimal distribution of sound output in a room. This ability to reproduce surround sound with DTS:X technology is not implemented in any of the soundbars in this comparison.

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)Dolby DigitalDolby Digital
DTS:X
DTS (other)has notDTS Digital Surround, DTS Virtual:X

Streaming services

The possibility to listen online to millions of songs from one device has become a reality thanks to streaming services.

Bar 2.1
0
LASC58R
0

None of the two models is not implemented AirPlay function. The popular Spotify service cannot be used on both soundbars.

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming serviceshas nothas not

Connectivity

The existence of a sufficient number of current connectors significantly expands the functionality of the device. For example, only through HDMI is it possible to implement the transfer of object-oriented formats, and the presence of a Bluetooth connection will allow remote control, etc. Connectivity of competitors was rated 8 out of 10.

Bar 2.1
8
LASC58R
8

The presence of Wi-Fi in the soundbar allows you to get rid of wires when connected to a sound source and get minimal audio latency when playing content from streaming services. Wireless connection via Wi-Fi is possible on the Bar 2.1.

Bluetooth connection is now one of the main communication protocols for speaker systems, which provides excellent quality and minimal audio latency. The availability of Bluetooth protocol, we can see in both models. The competitors in this comparison has 1/1 HDMI inputs/outputs.

HDMI ARC is a very usefull technology that creates a two-way communication channel between a TV and another device. This is convenient since there is no need to use optical and other cables in the system. HDMI ARC is basic for both soundbars. Connecting external devices via USB can be done on both models.

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)00
NFC
HDMI input/output1/11/1
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output1/01/0
USB1 (USB 2.0)1 (USB 2.0)
Coaxial digital input/output0/00/0
Analog audio input/output (RCA)1/00/0
Headphone output00
Subwoofer output00

Features

Voice control is designed to make operating the device more convenient. This allows you to control basic soundbar functions from anywhere in the room.

Proprietary applications allow you to control your soundbars remotely. This is possible both via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The LASC58R has its own remote control application. Both soundbars have a built-in microphone.

Some soundbars can be part of a multi-room system and it is an affordable solution for sounding the whole house. However, it is impossible to create a multiroom system based on each of these soundbars.

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
Voice controlAmazon Alexa, Google AssistantGoogle Assistant
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room

Dimensions

Bar 2.1 LASC58R
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in96.5 x 5.8 x 6.8/38 x 2.3 x 2.793.9 x 5 x 7.6/37.7 x 2.1 x 3.3
Weight, kg/pounds1.9/4.12.2/5.2
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