LG DSN8YG

440 W, 3.1 Channel

Product details

The LG Soundbar DSN8YG is a Dolby Atmos capable and 440 Watt strong 3.1.2 sound system with High-Res-Audio support, Meridian technology, integrated Google Assistant and a wide range of functions for comfortable
operation. With the optional SPK8 rear speaker system, the soundbar can be expanded by two additional sound channels and 2x 70 watts, providing true surround sound.

Key specifications

Soundbar type
Soundbar with subwoofer
Wireless speakers
Subwoofer
Audio channel
3.1 Channel
Equipment + functions
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Audio technology
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
DTS Digital
DTS-HD Master
Documents
Item number
13366512

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
DSN8YG.DDEULLK
Release date
23.6.2020
External links

Colour

Colour group
Silver
Exact colour description
Dark silver

Multimedia functions

Soundbar type
Soundbar with subwoofer
Audio channel
3.1 Channel
Wireless speakers
Subwoofer
Nominal power
440 W
Multiroom standard
Chromecast
Equipment + functions
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth version
5.0
Bluetooth profiles
E2VP
Audio technology
Dolby Atmos
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby TrueHD
DTS Digital
DTS-HD Master
Audio formats
AAC
FLAC
MPEG Audio Layer III (mp3)
Ogg
WAV

Connections

Audio inputs
Optical TOSLINK (1x)
Audio outputs
USB
Video connections
HDMI (2x)
HDMI features
ARC
Data ports
USB 2.0 Type-A (1x)

Smart home features

Smart home ecosystem
Google Assistant
Smarthome communication standard
Google Assistant

Power supply

Power consumption
45 W
Power consumption (standby)
0.50 W

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Assembly instructions
Optical cable
Quick start guide
Remote control incl. batteries
Subwoofer
Wall mount
Warranty card

Product dimensions

Height
5.70 cm
Width
106 cm
Depth
11.90 cm
Weight
4.40 kg
Subwoofer height
39 cm
Subwoofer width
22.10 cm
Subwoofer depth
31.30 cm
Subwoofer weight
7.80 kg

Package dimensions

Length
115.50 cm
Width
27.50 cm
Height
45.50 cm
Weight
15.01 kg

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Sound bars» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 9.Grundig
  • 9.Sony
  • 11.LG
  • 12.Denon
  • 12.Hisense

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Philips
  • 4.Sony
  • 5.Samsung
  • 6.LG
  • 7.Bose

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Sound bars» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 12.Bose
  • 13.Dell
  • 13.LG
  • 15.Denon
  • 16.Hisense
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good94/100
Good72/100
Rank 6 out of 21Stiftung Warentest21 Soundbars und SoundplatesReleaseJuly 2021

New in the current 2021 test field are ?21 soundbars with prices between 90 and 900 euros. Among them are one-piece models and two-piece models with a separate bass box (subwoofer). Pleasing: the test winners are comparatively inexpensive. Soundbars in the test: What you need to know Soundbars with or without subwoofer in comparison One-piece units without subwoofer: Soundbars without subwoofers...

Very good88/100
CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseMay 2021
  • PositiveGood sound overall...
  • PositiveAutomatic optimisations
  • PositiveGoogle Assistant, Chromecast, Spotify Connect
  • Negative...with too little depth
  • NegativeNo AirPlay
  • NegativeFew analogue interfaces
Very good93/100
Satvision Logo
SatvisionSingle testReleaseDecember 2020
  • PositiveDolby Atmos & DTS:X
  • PositiveMultiroom
  • PositiveBluetooth
  • PositiveSubwoofer wireless
  • PositiveHigh Resolution Audio
  • PositiveGoogle Assistant
    Very good100/100
    digital home Logo
    digital homeSingle testReleaseSeptember 2020
    • PositiveAI Room Calibration
    • Positiveoptional SPK8 rear speakers
    • PositiveIntegrated Google Assistant

      With the smart DSN8YG soundbar from LG, real cinema sound with Dolby Atmos playback can be brought into your own four walls easily and in a space-saving way. The DSN8YG plays at a high level on the TV rack or on the wall and, thanks to auto calibration, can be pushed to the limits of sound performance. This is what makes home cinema fun!

      Very good100/100
      HiFi Test Logo
      HiFi TestSingle testReleaseSeptember 2020
      • PositiveAI Room Calibration
      • Positiveoptional SPK8 rear speakers
      • PositiveIntegrated Google Assistant

        With the smart DSN8YG soundbar, real cinema sound with Dolby Atmos playback can be brought into your own four walls easily and in a space-saving way. The DSN8YG plays at a high level on the TV rack or on the wall and, thanks to auto calibration, can be pushed to the limits of sound performance. This is what makes home cinema fun!

        Very good100/100
        Area DVD Logo
        Area DVDSingle testReleaseAugust 2020

        For around 680 euros, LG offers a very nice combination of soundbar and subwoofer. We like the sound of the soundbar very much, even if the subwoofer could work a bit cleaner and more structured. But that's "complaining at a high level". The convenient multi-room integration and the streaming options thanks to Google Home are also worthy of mention...