LG SL10Y 5.1.2 Channel Sound Bar w/Meridian Technology & Dolby Atmos
Amazing 5.1.2 sound without…
08/21/2019 09:02
The LG SL10YG is a high end soundbar that replaces the need for a traditional surround speaker setup and provides a wonderful home theater experience.
Ever since I got an LG OLED last year, I have been wanting to add a surround sound system with Dolby Atmos/ DTS:X to complete the ultimate home viewing experience. Dolby atmos adds two upwards firing speakers that bounce sound off the ceiling and then down towards the viewing area to add a vertical channel. The DTS:X adds an object-based surround sound that expresses spatial location of where objects should be heard. Playing around with demos of atmos and DTS:X content really helps you hear the difference and better understand how they work to create a better viewing experience.
Set up is a breeze- you use the google home app on your phone and set it up like any other chromecast/google home. It will even install system updates this way. The subwoofer seems to have good range, as I have it across the room behind the couch and it has no issues staying connected and in sync.
The sound is truly impressive. Results will vary on how well the virtual rear channels sound, as it relies on the shape/size of your room and the speaker placement for how well sound will bounce. There is an optional wireless rear speaker kit to make this a 7.1.2 system for a modest cost.
The connectivity options are great- you can use optical (cable supplied), HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, and WIFI. If using an LG TV, LG SoundSync links the TV and soundbar so that you can just use the TV remote to control volume. The HDMI ports passthrough 4K/HDR content from devices plugged directly into the soundbar onto the TV. For devices plugged into the TV, the HDMI ARC port receives the audio signals. This part can be tricky, as you can only use this set up if you are certain your TV will pass on the dolby atmos/DTS:X signal. If not, you need to have your devices plugged directly into the soundbar and have the soundbar forward the video to the TV. The built in chromecast ability is nice- I find myself listening to music in the living room a lot now that I can quickly cast it directly from my phone
Overall, this is an amazing soundbar that for me replaces the need for wiring a traditional speaker system around my old living room- which either means extensive fishing of wires through walls or unaesthetically pleasing exposed wiring.
*Disclaimer: I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest opinion.
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