LG SJ9

Enormous and vertically expansive Atmos soundstage ; Powerful, attacking sound with deep bass ; Well-designed multiroom app ; Generous features ; Attractive design

Single HDMI input ; No DTS:X support ; Limited Atmos/surround reach ; Expensive ; Issues with NAS drive playback

LG’s dazzling Dolby Atmos soundbar sends excitement levels soaring with its powerful, expansive sound, backed by generous streaming functionality and a glamorous design.

Spectacularly powerful sound ; Remarkably compact design ; Chromecast support built in ; LED display

Only one HDMI input ; HDMI handshake issues ; UK price is high ; Limited rear/overhead channel effects

The sound quality of LG’s debut Dolby Atmos soundbar is pretty incredible. The power and scale of its sound beggars belief considering how attractive and compact the system is, while the sense of height in the audio mix is uncanny. The UK price feels a...

Smooth tonal balance ; Relatively detailed ; Enjoyable Atmos performance

Lack of HDMI inputs ; Not dynamic enough ; Thick and imprecise bass

A competent soundbar, but not one that stands out from the crowd

Atmos support ; Wireless subwoofer ; Low profile

Limited inputs ; Average sound quality for the money

The LG SJ9 is not a bad product. If you were to tell me the price was between £400 and £500, I’d be impressed. It’s loud and authoritative, better value than the Bose SoundTouch 300 and wireless connectivity is pretty decent.

The LG SJ9 is the most affordable Dolby Atmos sound bar system on the market, at least in the US. Home theater sound is dynamic and thrilling. Compatibility with Google Chromecast and 4K HDR offers some degree of flexibility and future-proofing.

The LG SJ9’s subwoofer makes a lot of bass, but definition is only so-so. The sound isn't very refined when playing music. The 'bar lacks DTS:X or DTS-HD Master Audio compatibility. No surround speakers included.

Although not the most refined-sounding 'bar at its price, the LG SJ9 delivers Dolby Atmos and Chromecast audio in an affordable, attractive package.

Dolby Atmos support ; Slim design ; Big bass

Pricey for the sound quality ; Voices can get buried in the mix

LG's SJ9 soundbar fills the room with sound and can decode Dolby Atmos, but it doesn't sound as good as other soundbars in this price range.

Amazing sound, easy to set up, excellent subwoofer, ability to stream music, hi-res audio compatible.

May seem expensive to some.

The LG SJ9 soundbar is an excellent addition to your large flatscreen television that will dramatically elevate the level of your enjoyment when watching movies and your favourite TV shows at home. Once you hear the SJ9’s sound quality you can never go...