Name: SL8YG
Brand: LG
SKU: 418734
Rating: 3.7 (123 reviews)

3.7

based on all reviews

Atmos effects felt more clear and accurate
a better soundstage and more sound enhancement features
slightly better surround and height channel performances

having no IR repeater to pass the signal on the TV might be a
are pumping and compression artifacts at max volume
poor surround sound performance doesn't

Connectivity technology: Wired & Wireless
Wireless network (wi-fi): yes
Bluetooth: yes
Handheld remote control: yes
Rms rated power: 440 W
Subwoofer included: yes

LG SL8YG - Pros & Cons

Atmos effects felt more clear and accurate
a better soundstage and more sound enhancement features
slightly better surround and height channel performances
JBL is better-built with a better surrounds performance
a better stereo soundstage and a better surround performance
dedicated center channel helps to produce clear and more accurate dialogue
is better-built and it has a better surrounds performance
Sony is better built
Sonos is better built with a better soundstage
Samsung has better soundstage and surround performances
more wireless playback options and more sound enhancement features
Have a nice day and enjoy your new purchase
MDF and feels like it has a pretty sturdy construction
good volume and very accurate imaging
Sound delivery is energetic and full-range
vocals
guitar
and piano in a natural manner
the LG serves up with panache and a pleasingly warm tone
The compact design makes it easy to accommodate too
Dialogue is always clear
easy and straightforward
overall sound was nice and rich while remaining fairly clean and open
It worked perfectly with the remote for my Dish receiver
rich
clean sound
SL8YG is undeniably solid
It combines a good combination of radiators and a subwoofer package
Clear speech details are always heard in almost any content
Bold confident sound with a good amount of bass
strong music performance and Google Assistant voice support
The process is quick and simple
in the various quieter scenes is delivered crisply and clearly
Setup is definitely straightforward and relatively simple
the sound was clear and crisp and voices

having no IR repeater to pass the signal on the TV might be a
are pumping and compression artifacts at max volume
poor surround sound performance doesn't
as well-built as the Samsung
surround sound performance is poor too
surround performance is poor
no auto calibration system here
LG was not very keen to add many to their units and rely more on their wireless capabilities
placed and not try anything that is not in its specifications
the extra surround speakers kit that are not included in the box
strong dialogue and effects
SN8YG is only a two-piece system
flawed additional features and premium price tag
upward trajectory
the whole package is a bit on the pricey side
SN8YG is significantly more expensive
there were no speakers on the network)
Ã¢ÂÂ80s score sounds a little lacklustre in the background
The included remote is small and a bit confusing
The overhead effect was not as pronounced at 10 feet
remote is small and a bit confusing
it has only one HDMI input
SL8YG has only one HDMI input
The manufacturer deliberately added G to the model designation
located slightly to the right of the center of the bar
the activation of this mode a little difficult
SL8YG lacks left and right side channels
2 is not capable of completely covering the entire space

LG - Video Reviews (2)

Crystal clear sound with the LG SL8YG soundbar

LG SL8YG - Full Specifications

Audio output channels	3.1.2
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless

Audio format	DTS Digital Surround DTS-HD Master Audio DTS:X Dolby Atmos Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD
Supported audio files	AAC FLAC LPCM MP3 OGG WAV WMA

Subwoofer included	yes
Subwoofer location	Separate
Subwoofer RMS power	220.0 W
Bass reflex	yes
Subwoofer width	8.7 in
Subwoofer depth	12.31 in
Subwoofer height	15.35 in
Subwoofer weight	17.2 lb

Width	41.73 in
Height	2.24 in
Depth	4.69 in
Weight	9.7 lb

Power consumption (standby)	0.5 W

Digital optical input (S/PDIF)	1
HDMI version	2.0
HDMI ports quantity	2
Number of HDMI inputs	1
Number of HDMI outputs	1
Subwoofer connectivity	Wireless
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)	yes
Bluetooth	yes
Bluetooth version	4.2
Audio Return Channel (ARC)	yes

Impedance	4.0 Ω
RMS rated power	440.0 W
Soundbar speaker RMS power	50.0 W

Colour of product	Black Silver,Titanium
Built-in display	yes

Handheld remote control	yes
Docking connector type	Not supported
Apple docking compatibility	no
Night mode	yes
TV stand usage	no

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LG SL8YG LG - Editorial Reviews (7)

3.7

Based on 7 reviews

whathifi

Published: 03.01.2020

LG SL8YG review

3.0

An uncommonly affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar

RTINGS.com

Published: 17.06.2020

LG SN8YG Review

3.9

The LG SN8YG is a well-built 3.1.2 soundbar from 2020. Thanks to its wireless subwoofer, it has a thumpy, bass-heavy sound profile that's sure to please fans of ...