3.1.2 audio system, the LG SP8 comes in the form of a classic soundbar design accompanied by a wireless subwoofer. Note, like the LG SP7 and LG SPD7 references, the possibility of adding the LG SPK8 Wireless Rear Speaker Kit wireless surround speaker kit for a 5.1.2 multichannel installation with true discrete surround channels.
Hi-Res Audio Certification
Its dimensions (1060 mm in length) make it suitable for televisions 49 '' (124 m) and larger. Technically, the soundbar incorporates nine speakers and Class D amplification delivers a total power, including subwoofer, of 440 watts. Hi-Res Audio certification is required up to 96 kHz / 24 bit.
AI Sound Pro function, voice assistants and connectivity
The AI Sound Pro function directly from the brand's televisions is present. This means that the adjustments made in real time by the TV according to the nature of the signal are transmitted to the sound bar for an even magnified sound reproduction. Namely, the LG SP8 also embeds the exclusive Meridian Horizon technology capable of converting a stereo signal into a multichannel.
We can also report the presence of Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility to enjoy the audio content of a suitable device (smartphone, tablet, computer ...), Spotify and Chromecast, plus the functions Works with the Google Assistant, Works with Alexa and AirPlay 2.
Bluetooth and connectivity compatibility
The LG SP8 integrates Dolby Atmos / DTS: X decoders. Finally, the connection has an HDMI CEC 2.1 input / output (ARC) HDCP 2.3 certified to take advantage of signals from a 4K Ultra HD Blu-Ray player or from a PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series S / X game console, an input optical plus a USB Host port. And the management of HDR10 and HDR Dolby Vision is of course on the program.
Immediate (or imminent) availability. Indicative price: 599 euros.
Reminder of the key features of the LG SP8:
• Type: sound bar
• System: 3.1.2
• Amplification: Class D
• Total power: 440 W
• Subwoofer: external wireless
• Meridian Horizon technology
• Bluetooth 5.0 compatibility
• AAC codec compatibility
• AI Sound Pro function
• Input (s): 1 HDMI CEC 2.1, 1 optical input, 1 USB port• Output (s): 1 HDMI CEC 2.1
• Dolby Atmos decoder
• DTS decoder: X
• Voice assistants Works with Alexa, Works with Hey Google
• Hi-Res Audio Certification
• Dimensions (W x H x D, mm): 1060 x 57 x 119 mm for the bar, 221 x 390 x 313 mm for the housing
• Consumption: 45 W for the bar, 38 W for the housing (<0.5 W in standby)
• Weight: 4.4 kg for the bar, 7.8 kg for the box
