Nov 22, 2019
Read MoreVIZIO SB3821-C6 vs Yamaha YAS-108 review
VIZIO SB3821-C6 review
Let’s see this side of VIZIO SB 3821-C6 vs Yamaha YAS-108 rivalry. The Sound Bar system packs a punch with a wireless subwoofer and integrated Dolby and DTS audio technologies, delivering a room filling audio experience with deep thumping bass—all in a sophisticated new design. The built in Bluetooth feature allows you to wirelessly stream music from your phone, tablet, or computer. With everything you need for a quick and easy setup, upgrading your TV audio to a home theater experience has never been easier. Here we have 2.1 built-in channels. 
Yamaha YAS-108 review
But if we take Yamaha YAS-108 vs VIZIO SB 3821-C6. Inside, the Yamaha YAS-108 has everything you need to ensure that it takes on not only the viewing sound features, but also the switching center for various sources of audio and video signals. 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 SB3821-C6 pros & cons
Pros
- So far, no audio sync issues with any sources or streaming apps
- Syncing took about 30 seconds from my iPhone and Spotify was up and running and sounding VERY full a spacious
Cons
- The Bluetooth cracked a few times
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. You'll know when it's on when you see the surround LED blue
VIZIO SB3821-C6 vs Yamaha YAS-108
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Product
VIZIO SB3821-C6
Yamaha YAS-108
Model
SB3821-C6
YAS-108
Brand
VIZIO
Yamaha
Reviews
8357
1385
General
Placement type
table-top, wall-mountable
table-top, wall-mountable
Connection to source
wired, wireless
wired, wireless
Soundbar buttons
power, input, Bluetooth, volume down, volume up
input, mute, volume down, volume up, power
Audio features
Built-in channels
2.1
2.0
Amplification type
active
active
Output power, W
120
Separate speaker (in package)
0
0
Separate speaker connections
has not
wired, wireless
Subwoofer
Built-in subwoofer
Separate subwoofer (in package)
Separate subwoofer connections
wireless
wired, wireless
Streaming services
Apple Music (AirPlay)
Amazon Music
Spotify
Other streaming services
has not
has not
Connectivity
WI-FI
Bluetooth
Ethernet (RJ45)
0
0
NFC
HDMI input/output
0/0
1/1
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI CEC
Optical digital input/output
1/0
1/0
USB
1 (USB 2.0)
1 (USB 2.0)
Coaxial digital input/output
1/0
0/0
Analog audio input/output (RCA)
1/0
1/0
Headphone output
0
0
Subwoofer output
0
1
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 TruSurround
DTS Digital Surround, DTS Virtual:X
Dimensions
Size (Wx H x D), cm/in
96.5 x 7.6 x 7.6/38 x 3 x 3
88.9 x 5.3 x 12.9/35 x 2.1 x 5.1
Weight, kg/pounds
2.6/5.8
3.1/7.1
Other
Release year
2015
2018
Soundbars CHooseratoR comparison rating
- 4.5VIZIO SB3821-C6
- 6.2Yamaha YAS-108
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