I just ordered this LG 3.1 soundbar. Your review was great, and informative. As I’m going to use the soundbar rather than the speakers on the TV, I think I’ll be really happy with that 3rd channel! I will use it to listen to music as well, but the main function is video media. The sound just sounds a bit more even with that third channel going, and I love it.
This is JUST the review i needed to finally put my hours of research to the end. I'm going to try out the LG as it's currently $50 less at the moment, and figure i can add on a warranty for less. I have an LG C3 to pair it with too. I use the TV as a monitor, mostly watching shows/movies and gaming, and I think having a speaker in the center will make a difference in being close. Also, I like that it disconnects the Bluetooth after you turn it off, there are instances where you don't want to forget you're still connected lol. Thanks for the video, and for even checking the wattage!
Thanks for doing this review. To me, this was more about a 2.1 vs a 3.1 and how important is that center channel. Apparently, it does make a lot of difference. Tell me if I'm wrong. This makes me wonder, why doesn't all soundbars have at least 3 channels, which includes a center channel.
I’m glad this helped! I assume soundbars going without the center channel is a cost cutting measure for sure (or a reason for them to upsell the 3.1, 5.1, etc). I’m mostly happy with the 2.1 JBL, mostly because I don’t need the center channel for dialogue since I primary use that soundbar for music and bass really compensates!
@@atf56 most 2.1 systems are good for music since most tracks really are just 2 channels (L/R channels) + the bass. But if you jump to 5.1 or greater, you can then surround a room with the music and that would definitely make a difference!
the clue is on the JBL box "thrilling Bass", LG does not say that.. good review, i've gone for the LG out of research, moving up from an Onkyo.. good review bro , peace from the UK...
you didn't even do the review properly, phones will default to stereo output, in surround mode which is defaulted on most streaming apps on most tvs (and what most movies only have) the lg will win every time just because it processes surround sound and not only outputs dialogue correctly through its center speaker (2.1 like jbl will be muted dialogue), it also tries to virtually create two rear speakers in your room if it has the software (phone app) to set up a profile for your room.
Interesting perspective, thanks this will give me more settings to test next time around! I’m assuming that for the 90% of use-case scenarios that most people are going to leave the defaults on and simply plug and play like I just did, so this should still fairly represent what the systems will output normally (until we go in and manually optimize)
I actually prefer not having a center speaker. I have some Kef Q150s in one room and Kef Q100s in another. In our house, I can make out what people are saying in movies and shows better in 4.1 then I can 5.1. Keep in mind I am in my late forties which does effect my hearing but I tend to be an audiophile without the audiophile budget. The dynamic sounds from loud scenes make it way harder to discern what is being said with dialogue only from the center. Using 4.1 it is much easier for me to hear what they are saying. Everyone's hearing is different and every room changes the way things sound. Choosing audio products between LG and JBL is a no brainer. I would choose JBL every day of the week and twice on Sunday. LG is a good brand for video products (we use LG 55 C1s as our main PC monitors) but JBL is the average person's audio king. There are some brands that don't use Harman's V shaped sound profile that sound more accurate and have less flaws in the sound like Kef but you pay a premium. I am considering this JBL 2.1 MK2 system for a pc setup on my sit stand desk. Currently I have a pair of NHT Super Micro Zeros on my desk paired with a 10" Subwoofer powered by a Crown XLS1002. I used a Klipsch sound bar on my wife's setup and it looks and functions way better (but doesn't sound better). Also my small NHTs partially block the view of the bottom corners of my wall mounted display when I sit back. I want to swap over to a soundbar but I don't want to give up audio quality. JBL will be a step down but I am hoping not that much. I cannot justify spending the extra money on the better stuff like KEF's soundbar. They are literally more then double the price. Hope my opinion helped a little.
I totally have no doubt, I LOVE Bose products, we have their headphones, but I don’t love the PRICE, that Bose subwoofer alone costs more than these two soundbars combined 😅
I just ordered this LG 3.1 soundbar. Your review was great, and informative. As I’m going to use the soundbar rather than the speakers on the TV, I think I’ll be really happy with that 3rd channel! I will use it to listen to music as well, but the main function is video media. The sound just sounds a bit more even with that third channel going, and I love it.
This is JUST the review i needed to finally put my hours of research to the end. I'm going to try out the LG as it's currently $50 less at the moment, and figure i can add on a warranty for less. I have an LG C3 to pair it with too. I use the TV as a monitor, mostly watching shows/movies and gaming, and I think having a speaker in the center will make a difference in being close. Also, I like that it disconnects the Bluetooth after you turn it off, there are instances where you don't want to forget you're still connected lol. Thanks for the video, and for even checking the wattage!
Glad this helped with the decision, sounds like a great deal for the LG now!
I loved the part where you showed what sound modes you used!
Thanks for doing this review. To me, this was more about a 2.1 vs a 3.1 and how important is that center channel. Apparently, it does make a lot of difference. Tell me if I'm wrong. This makes me wonder, why doesn't all soundbars have at least 3 channels, which includes a center channel.
I’m glad this helped! I assume soundbars going without the center channel is a cost cutting measure for sure (or a reason for them to upsell the 3.1, 5.1, etc). I’m mostly happy with the 2.1 JBL, mostly because I don’t need the center channel for dialogue since I primary use that soundbar for music and bass really compensates!
@@Filmloveyou feel 2.1 is better than 3.1 for perfect music listening?
@@atf56 most 2.1 systems are good for music since most tracks really are just 2 channels (L/R channels) + the bass. But if you jump to 5.1 or greater, you can then surround a room with the music and that would definitely make a difference!
@@Filmlove Thank you bro! i have an lg sl4 2.1 for an year and i was curious !
Nice song selection with STP.
STP is always a vibe
Good review, thanks.
the clue is on the JBL box "thrilling Bass", LG does not say that.. good review, i've gone for the LG out of research, moving up from an Onkyo.. good review bro , peace from the UK...
Haha good eyes! Thanks, enjoy your new LG system!
LG wins For clear sound by miles imo
Miles? No sir.
So which one do you think is better for netflix?
For movies and shows I’d go with the LG 3.1 or higher- better virtual surround sound and clearer voice
you didn't even do the review properly, phones will default to stereo output, in surround mode which is defaulted on most streaming apps on most tvs (and what most movies only have) the lg will win every time just because it processes surround sound and not only outputs dialogue correctly through its center speaker (2.1 like jbl will be muted dialogue), it also tries to virtually create two rear speakers in your room if it has the software (phone app) to set up a profile for your room.
Interesting perspective, thanks this will give me more settings to test next time around! I’m assuming that for the 90% of use-case scenarios that most people are going to leave the defaults on and simply plug and play like I just did, so this should still fairly represent what the systems will output normally (until we go in and manually optimize)
I actually prefer not having a center speaker. I have some Kef Q150s in one room and Kef Q100s in another. In our house, I can make out what people are saying in movies and shows better in 4.1 then I can 5.1. Keep in mind I am in my late forties which does effect my hearing but I tend to be an audiophile without the audiophile budget.
The dynamic sounds from loud scenes make it way harder to discern what is being said with dialogue only from the center. Using 4.1 it is much easier for me to hear what they are saying. Everyone's hearing is different and every room changes the way things sound. Choosing audio products between LG and JBL is a no brainer. I would choose JBL every day of the week and twice on Sunday.
LG is a good brand for video products (we use LG 55 C1s as our main PC monitors) but JBL is the average person's audio king. There are some brands that don't use Harman's V shaped sound profile that sound more accurate and have less flaws in the sound like Kef but you pay a premium.
I am considering this JBL 2.1 MK2 system for a pc setup on my sit stand desk. Currently I have a pair of NHT Super Micro Zeros on my desk paired with a 10" Subwoofer powered by a Crown XLS1002.
I used a Klipsch sound bar on my wife's setup and it looks and functions way better (but doesn't sound better). Also my small NHTs partially block the view of the bottom corners of my wall mounted display when I sit back.
I want to swap over to a soundbar but I don't want to give up audio quality. JBL will be a step down but I am hoping not that much. I cannot justify spending the extra money on the better stuff like KEF's soundbar. They are literally more then double the price.
Hope my opinion helped a little.
Ld systems dave 8 xs 🤝, good luck
may i know what is the size of that lg subwoofer driver
I actually don’t have the specs on that
sige sige
LG is definitely better
best lg s65q best sound
Honestly?
The bose 900 soundbar paired with the bose bass module, DESTROYS both those soundbars.
I totally have no doubt, I LOVE Bose products, we have their headphones, but I don’t love the PRICE, that Bose subwoofer alone costs more than these two soundbars combined 😅
@@Filmlove
True.
@@Filmlove and JBL bar subwoofer is much better
Boss is way way higher in term of prizing to This JBL 2.1.Just like compare an orange and
Apple.
Honestly? 150-200$ DESTROYS the 700-1000 dollar Bose set up's pricing.