LG SN10YG vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC

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Rating 5 5

SN10YG vs Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC comparison chart

Overall
LG SN10YG
7.2
Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
6.6
8
4
Multichannel surround
10
10

LG SN10YG vs Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC review

LG SN10YG
vs
Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC

To get acquainted with the specs of the devices, we suggest you familiarize with the comparison of LG SN10YG and Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. It shows us that the SN10YG is a better choice as a home soundbar than the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC. According to the results of our comparison, SN10YG received 7.2 points out of 10 possible, and Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC was rated 6.6 points.

Advantages LG SN10YG over Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC

  • Wireless connection via Wi-Fi
  • Voice control supports
  • App for remote control
  • Built-in microphone

Advantages Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC over LG SN10YG

  • Comes with 4 separate speakers

Audio features

The SN10YG is rated 8 of 10 against 10 for the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC according to the audio features rating.

SN10YG
8
Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
10

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 SN10YG and the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC.

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 SN10YG has 5.1.2 channels, while the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC has 9.2.4 channels. Also, the output power of the soundbars under consideration is different, LG SN10YG has 570 (overall) W, and 1300 (overall) W has the competitor.

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
Built-in channels5.1.29.2.4
Amplification typeactiveactive
Output power, W570 (overall)1300 (overall)
Separate speaker (in package)04
Separate speaker connectionswirelesswireless

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.

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
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 multichannel sound reproduction capabilities of the soundbars were rated 10 out of 10.

SN10YG
10
Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
10

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 consider the models in terms of support for Dolby Atmos, then both 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 included in each of these soundbars.

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TruHDDolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus
DTS:X
DTS (other)DTS HD, DTS Digital SurroundDTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS Digital Surround

Streaming services

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

SN10YG
0
Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
0

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

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
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 9 out of 10.

SN10YG
9
Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
9

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 SN10YG.

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 SN10YG has 2/1 HDMI inputs/outputs, but the Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC got 3/1 HDMI inputs/outputs from the manufacturer.

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.

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)00
NFC
HDMI input/output2/13/1
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output1/01/0
USB1 (USB 2.0)1 (USB 2.0)
Coaxial digital input/output0/01/0
Analog audio input/output (RCA)0/00/0
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 SN10YG has its own remote control application. Only LG SN10YG has 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.

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
Voice controlGoogle Assistant
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room

Dimensions

SN10YG Shockwafe Ultra 9.2 eARC
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in142.2 x 5 x 12.7/56.8 x 2.5 x 5.8114.3 x 7.6 x 7.8/45.5 x 3 x 3.6
Weight, kg/pounds6.8/15.93.1/7.2
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