Consumer Score
In comparison:
8.3
Great
Neither LG SJ8 nor Yamaha YAS-207 were recommended by experts this month
On 5 Apr 2024 (21 days ago) we went through 95 Sound Bar expert endorsements , however neither LG SJ8 nor Yamaha YAS-207 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Sound Bar received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Samsung HW-Q990C or other critically acclaimed Sound Bars of this month.
For reference, Samsung HW-Q990C received 6 endorsements this month, from Digital Trends (7 Mar 2024), WIRED (14 Mar 2024) TechHive (6 Oct 2023) and 3 others.
| Rank | Change | Price | Sound Bar | Digital Trends  | SoundGuys  | WIRED  | World Wide Stereo  | TechHive  | What Hi-Fi  | PCMag  |
TechRadar  | Tom's Guide  | Rtings.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +1 | $1129 |  Samsung HW-Q990C | 1 | - | 5 | - | 5 | - | 6 | 3 | - | 1 |
| N/A | N/A | $431 |  LG SJ8 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| N/A | N/A | Check price |  Yamaha YAS-207 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Where to buy?
LG SJ8 
Yamaha YAS-207 
As can be seen below, in Apr 2024 neither LG SJ8 nor Yamaha YAS-207 were recommended by key experts who publish Sound Bars recommendations.
| Rank | Change | Price | Sound Bar | Digital Trends | SoundGuys | WIRED | World Wide Stereo | TechHive | What Hi-Fi | PCMag | TechRadar | Tom's Guide | Rtings.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | +1 | $1129 | Samsung HW-Q990C | 1 | - | 5 | - | 5 | - | 6 | 3 | - | 1 |
| 2 | -1 | $519 |  Sonos Beam Gen 2 | - | 2 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 7 | - | 6 |
| 3 | - | $848 |  Sonos Arc | 2 | - | 10 | 2 | - | 4 | 4 | 6 | 5 | - |
| 4 | +2 | $998 |  Sony HT-A7000 | - | - | 4 | - | - | 1 | - | 5 | 6 | - |
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No expert reviews linked yet for LG SJ8.
Expert reviews [17]
Total expert reviews: 17
- with a score: 11
- without a score: 6
| Highest score by What Hi-Fi | 100 |
| Average score based on 17 reviews | 84 |
| Lowest score by TheProductAnalyst | 65 |
Score distribution:
| 80-100 | |
| 60-80 | |
| 40-60 | |
| 20-40 | |
| 0-20 |
From Seller:
- CTA-Certified High Resolution Audio
- 24-bit Up sampling
- 1.5" Ultra Slim Design
- Spotify Connect
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From Seller:
- World's first sound bar with DTS Virtual: X Virtual 3D surround sound (available via a firmware update available now)
- Slim, understated design perfectly complements your TV
- Wireless subwoofer for powerful bass with flexible placement
- Read more
No manufacturer information linked for LG SJ8.
Official Urls:
EAN Numbers: 4957812620048
Model Numbers: YAS-207
Info
Weight
9.5 lbs
17 lbs
(Subwoofer): 6 lbs
Dimensions
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7.1 x 4.3 x 2.4 inches (subwoofer)
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ABS
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Speaker Design
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Two-Way
Two-Way
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Dome
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Cone
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Supported connections
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19 pin HDMI Type A, RJ-45, TOSLINK
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- wifi
Hi-resolution audio
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Rechargeable battery
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FM Radio capability
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Built-in microphone
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Wi-fi enabled
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Airplay capability
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IR Remote Learning
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Included Accessories
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- Remote Control
- Optical Cable
- Cable Management
- Batteries
- Wall Mount Bracket
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LG SJ8 is a well-known and one of the more expensive options. It's in the top 3 bestselling sound bars and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Denon Home 550 or Denon DHT-S517 .
LG SJ8 is $131.25 more expensive than an average sound bar ($300).
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In comparison:
9.3
Amazing