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LG Soundbar SC9S

A strong soundbar for listeners who care how it sounds, leading with 3.1.3.

73/100
Very good
Overall score · how we rate
3.1.3400 W5.0
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Why we rate it

  • Dolby Atmos
  • DTS:X
  • IMAX Enhanced
  • Above-average up-firing drivers
  • No rear speakers included
  • Below-average driver count
Score profile

Where the LG Soundbar SC9S wins and loses

Scored against the soundbars class
ChannelsAudioSubwooferPortsFeaturesDesign578989898989
Channels and drivers
57
Audio formats
89
Subwoofer
89
Ports and inputs
89
Features
89
Design
89
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Channels and drivers

Channels3.1
Driver count7
Up-firing drivers3
Total power400 W

Audio formats

Dolby AtmosYes
DTS:XYes
IMAX EnhancedYes

Subwoofer

Subwoofer includedYes
Wireless subwooferYes

Ports and inputs

HDMI eARCYes
Bluetooth5

Features

Room correctionYes
Auto calibrationYes
App controlYes

Design

Weight7.8 kg
Wall mountableYes

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Head to head

LG Soundbar SC9S vs LG LG S70TY

Highlighted cell = better in that row
ChannelsAudioSubwooferPortsFeaturesDesign
LG Soundbar SC9SLG S70TY
 LGLG Soundbar SC9SThis pageLGLG S70TY
Overall score73 /100Better68 /100
Channels3.13.1
Max power400 W400 W
Driver count7
Up firing drivers3Better1
Who it's for

Is the LG Soundbar SC9S right for you?

Buy it if
Made for keen listeners

Listeners who care how it sounds who want a soundbar that delivers without fuss, and this one fits.

Skip it if
Skip it if

You need rear speakers included, in which case a higher-tier soundbar is the better call.

Critical listener
Cares about detail, tuning and codec support.
good
Everyday listener
Music, calls and commuting, wants a safe all-rounder.
good
Value seeker
Wants the most sound for the least outlay.
good
Common questions

Before you buy

Is the LG Soundbar SC9S worth it?

For most buyers, yes. It scores 73/100 against other soundbars, a strong result where the class average is around 67.

What stands out on the LG Soundbar SC9S?

Its dolby atmos stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.

How does it compare to the Klipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2?

The Klipsch Flexus Core 300 5.1.2 scores 74/100 versus this one at 73/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.