Nov 22, 2019
Read MoreYamaha YAS-108 vs VIZIO SB3621n-F8M review
VIZIO SB3621n-F8M review
I really liked comparing VIZIO SB3621n-F8M vs Yamaha YAS-108. This is a 2.1 sound bar system, designed to complement 40” class tv’s. The SB3621n-F8M now includes DTS Virtual:X, which is a fairly cutting edge audio codec that can simulate the surround and overhead sound of the DTS:X codec (hence the “virtual” descriptor) without actually needing the actual positioned speakers. Basically, it can make it sound like you have surround and overhead speakers without actually having them, which is quite the cool feature for a 2.1 system that remains as inexpensive as this one is. 
Yamaha YAS-108 review
But what if we take Yamaha YAS-108 vs VIZIO SB3621n-F8M. In total, there are two digital inputs - HDMI and optical, there is also an analog input on a 3.5 mm mini-jack, outputs - HDMI and an analog output to a subwoofer. Support for all major signal formats and HDMI functions - present, including HDR10 and HLG, as well as ARC and CEC control protocols. Wireless capabilities here are presented by Bluetooth of the latest version 5.0, which is enough to connect a smartphone or tablet and stream music from them. The kit also includes a small and convenient remote control. There are 2.0 built-in channels. 
VIZIO SB3621n-F8M pros & cons
Pros
- The sound and dialog is very clear coming from the speakers
- Easy to set up. I ran my optical cable and power, that's it
Cons
- I do wish I could figure out how to control the soundbar volume with my main remote
Yamaha YAS-108 pros & cons
Pros
- The bass is surprisingly powerful for it's size
- 3D Surround is probably something I'll keep on till this soundbar dies
- Bass extension takes it to another level
Cons
- DTS Virtual:X is horrible. It's supposed to simulate sound coming from the ceiling. You'll know when it's on when you see the surround LED blue
Yamaha YAS-108 vs VIZIO SB3621n-F8M
Yamaha and VIZIO
yas-108.jpg
Add soundbar to comparison
We didn't find anything to show here
Common
Product
Yamaha YAS-108
VIZIO SB3621n-F8M
Model
YAS-108
SB3621n-F8M
Brand
Yamaha
VIZIO
Reviews
1385
639
General
Placement type
table-top, wall-mountable
table-top, wall-mountable
Connection to source
wired, wireless
wired, wireless
Soundbar buttons
input, mute, volume down, volume up, power
power, input, Bluetooth, volume down, volume up
Audio features
Built-in channels
2.0
2.1
Amplification type
active
active
Output power, W
120
Separate speaker (in package)
0
0
Separate speaker connections
wired, wireless
has not
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
wired, wireless
wireless
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
has not
VIZIO SmartCast
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
0
0
NFC
HDMI input/output
1/1
0/0
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
1/0
1/0
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
Coaxial digital input/output
0/0
1/0
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
1/0
1/0
Headphone output
0
0
Subwoofer output
1
0
Features
Voice control
Amazon Alexa
App control
Microphone
Remote control
Multi-room
Multichannel surround
Dolby Atmos
Dolby (other)
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital
DTS:X
DTS (other)
DTS Digital Surround, DTS Virtual:X
has not
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
88.9 x 5.3 x 12.9/35 x 2.1 x 5.1
91.4 x 5.1 x 7.6/36 x 2.1 x 3.2
Weight, kg/pounds
3.1/7.1
2.9/4.4
Other
Release year
2018
2018
Soundbars CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 6.2Yamaha YAS-108
- 4.6VIZIO SB3621n-F8M
Latest soundbar comparisons
$0$400
$1500$1800
$1700$1800
$700$1800
$1100$1800
$1200$1800
$500$1800
Popular soundbar comparisons
$700$600
$400$600
$500$600
$700$400
$1200$1200
$300$400
$400$300
$900$1000
$1200$900
$600$1000
$1200$700
$900$300