LG Soundbar for TV featuring Dolby Atmos & DTS: X, 3.1.2 Channel, 440 W, High-Resolution Audio

SP8A

Key Features

TV Sound Mode Share & Soundbar Mode Control
High-Resolution Audio
Dolby Atmos & DTS:X
New Sound Modes
3.1.2 Channel 440 W

LG Sound Bar App.

The LG Sound Bar exclusive app lets you set up and control various functions of the LG Sound Bar. Through this application, the User can configure various features and control sound effects of LG Sound Bar.

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LG Soundbars Are the
Best Match With LG TVs

Matching Design

LG Soundbars match perfectly with LG TVs to enhance your entertainment and interior.

Soundbar Mode Control

The soundbar’s power, volume, and sound modes can be controlled with only an LG TV remote.

TV Sound Mode Share

LG Soundbars produce better sound with the upgraded 2021 LG TV AI Processor.

Designed To Be the Perfect Set

The matching designs of LG Soundbars and LG TVs are made to complement your home as well as each other. Every design element has been carefully considered so that they become a part of your interior and add style to your space.

A TV, soundbar, and subwoofer placed in a plain living room.

Convenient Control With One LG TV Remote

Make the most of features that have been developed for ultimate compatibility. You can control the soundbar’s power, volume, and even sound modes with only an LG TV remote — that’s convenience turned up to max.

There is a remote control in someone's hand, controlling TV and soundbar in the back. There are icons of LG TV and LG Soundbar.

*Soundbar Mode Control may vary by Soundbar models.
**LG TV Remote usage is limited to certain features only.

Upgrade Your Soundbar With Your LG TV’s AI Processor

The upgraded 2021 Alpha 9 AI Processor helps your LG Soundbar to produce better sound. TV Sound Mode Share allows the soundbar to use the TV’s processing power and AI Sound Pro to make everything you hear clearer and more consistent, even from different content sources. Only an LG Soundbar and LG TV combination lets you experience your TV at its best.

There is an alpha nine chip image on TV and there is a soundbar right below. There are also soundwave effect coming out from soundbar.

*TV Sound Mode Share may vary by TV models.

LG Soundbar Elevates
LG TV’s Sound

Meridian

A prestigious British audio brand that provides innovative and elegant audio solutions.

A set of 2 rear speakers, subwoofer, and a soundbar, and TV are in a white living room. A woman and a man are playing chess on TV screen.

3.1.2 Ch Dolby Atmos & DTS:X

Immersive and realistic audio brings movies and music to life on LG TVs.

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New Sound Modes

Sports and gaming sound modes enhance your viewing and playing experience with LG TVs.

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AI Sound Pro

Sound tailored for content provides a more immersive experience with everything you watch.

Creating Better Sound Together

Since 1977, Meridian has delivered innovative and elegant high-performance audio solutions that have redefined how people enjoy their music and movies. As the pioneer of High Resolution Audio and the master of Digital Signal Processing (DSP), they have played an integral role in the development and adoption of pioneering technologies.

Prestigious British Audio, Meridian

Since 1977, Meridian has delivered innovative and elegant high-performance audio solutions. They have pushed boundaries, disrupted norms, and delivered products that have redefined how people enjoy their music and movies, wherever they are.

Digital Signal Processing

DSP allows absolute control over the audio signal, enabling the design of advanced technologies that can enhance the listening experience in any context.

Meridian Lossless Packing

Meridian has been a long-term collaborator and technology partner with Dolby. Meridian Lossless Packing technology is licensed to Dolby as the standard for DVD audio.

High-Resolution Audio

LG Soundbar SP8A delivers 24bit/96kHz High-Resolution Audio. This produces more accurate sound reproduction so you hear everything as you’re supposed to.

Bringthe Theater Home

3.1.2 Channel Audio, 420W power, and a subwoofer – LG Soundbar SP8A is the complete package with powerful and immersive audio for an upgraded surround sound experience.

The Immersive Power of Dolby Sound With LG Soundbars and LG TVs

Dolby Atmos and DTS:X place sound all around you for a more realistic audio experience. All your movies and music are brought to life with sound that's clearer and more immersive.

*SP11RA, SP9A, SP8A, and SPD7 feature Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. SP7 feature DTS Virtual:X.

A New Dimension of Immersive Audio With Dolby Atmos

Dolby Atmos Music allows sounds to be precisely placed, transforming your listening experience by adding dimensionality for a fuller audio atmosphere. This greater sense of space and depth allows you to listen to your favorite music in a whole new way. You'll discover hidden details with unparalleled clarity, and hear every emotion just as the artist intended. You can enjoy the benefits of Dolby Atmos Music on streaming services like Amazon and Tidal, and many other Blu-ray Music titles.

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*Dolby Atmos may vary by Soundbar models.

Power Up Your Game Sound on LG Soundbars and LG TVs

Dolby Atmos transforms your game audio by accurately projecting sound all around you for a more immersive, three-dimensional gaming experience. Many XBOX and PC titles are already compatible so you can start playing now.

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*Dolby Atmos may vary by Soundbar models.

New Sound Mode Makes All Your Favorites More Immersive

LG Soundbar SP8A comes with its own proprietary sound modes that you won’t find on other soundbars. They have been specifically developed by LG for voices, gaming, and sports – so sound will be at its best, whether you love to watch or play.

Sound Suited To Your Space

AI Room Calibration determines the best soundbar configuration for your space. Install your soundbar knowing it will also correct fine sound distortion from objects in your room in only 15 seconds.

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Upgraded AI Sound Pro With LG Soundbars

Adaptive audio uses an upgraded algorithm to identify voices, effects, and frequencies then optimizes the sound by genre for a more immersive experience with every scene.

Take Command of Your Entertainment

Choose your go-to voice assistant like Google Assistant or Alexa, and control your favorite features like Chromecast, AirPlay 2 and more through your LG sound bar.

*SP11RA, SP9A, and SP8A, feature AI Multiple Connectivity.
**Multiple AI Connectivity is not available in certain languages and countries.
***Available AI connectivity may vary by languages and countries.
****Google is a trademark of Google LLC.
*****The Google Assistant is not available in certain languages and countries.
******Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, or its affiliates.
*******AirPlay is a trademark of Apple.

Audio Connection With No Compromise

HDMI eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) allows lossless transmission of uncompressed 5.1 ch and 7.1 ch audio, and even HBR(High Bit Rate) audio such as Dolby Atmos® and DTS: X® on compatible TVs.

Connect to Amazing Picture & Sound with 4K & HDR Passthrough

Fewer cables with no loss of sound quality. Maintain high resolution audio and Dolby Vision picture quality when you connect an external source, like a streaming device or 4K Blu-ray player, to your sound bar using an HDMI cable.

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LG Sound Bars - Designed with the Environment in Mind

LG is doing its part, thinking bigger to help the planet. Certain LG Sound Bars have been redesigned to support this important initiative. Internal parts are made with post-consumer recycled content* while outer mesh is made with recycled fabric from plastic bottles.** Internal packaging is made with recycled pulp***, and to reduce transport and CO2 emissions, the packaging shape has been designed to maximize efficiency.****

*LG Sound Bar models SP8YA, SP9YA, SPD7Y, SP2, SP2W, and SPD75A
**LG Sound Bar models SP2, QP5, and SP7Y
***LG Sound Bar models SP11RA, SP9YA, SP8YA, SP7Y, SPD7Y, QP5, and SPD75A
****LG Sound Bar models SP8YA, SPD75A, SPD7Y, and SP7Y

All Spec

WEIGHT(KG)

Main
4.4Kg
Subwoofer
7.8Kg
Gross Weight
17.1Kg

FILE FORMAT

FLAC - C4A / USB
Yes / Yes
OGG - C4A / USB
Yes / Yes
WAV - C4A / USB
Yes / Yes
MP3 - C4A / USB
Yes / Yes
AAC - C4A / USB
Yes / Yes

CONVENIENCE

Remote App - iOS / Android OS
Yes / Yes
Smart Phone File Playback
Yes
EZ Setup (BLE)
Yes
NSU / FOTA
Yes / No
Control with your TV Remote (Vol+/-, Mute)
Yes / Yes
Sound Sync - Bluetooth(LG TV) / Optical
No / Yes
Auto Power On/Off - Bluetooth (LGTV) / Optical
No / Yes
Auto Power On/Off - RCU / APP
Yes / Yes
A/V Sunc (0~300ms) - RCU / APP
No / Yes
HDMI SIMPLINK
Yes
HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC)
Yes
HDMI Audio Return Channel (e-ARC)
Yes
Woofer Level (-15 ~ 6dB, 1dB/Step)
Yes
Channel Level (-6 ~ 6dB, 1dB/Step) - Top / Center / Surround / Rear / Rear Top
Yes / Yes / No / Yes / No
Mute
Yes
Auto Dimmer
Yes
USB Host / Charge
Yes / No
Built-in Music
Yes (2)

CARTON BOX

Size (W x H x D) mm
1133 x 470 x 283

OUTPUT POWER(THD 10%)

Total
440W
Front
40W x 2
Center
40W
Top
50W x 2
Subwoofer
220W (Wireless)

SPEAKER UNIT_FRONT(L/R)

SPL
82dB
System
Closed
Tweeter Unit
20mm Silk Dome
Woofer Unit
40 x 100mm
Impedance
4ohm

SPEAKER UNIT_CENTER

SPL
82dB
System
Closed
Tweeter Unit
20mm Silk Dome
Woofer Unit
40 x 100mm
Impedance
4ohm

SPEAKER UNIT_TOP(L/R)

SPL
83dB
System
Closed
Woofer Unit
6.35cm (2.5)
Impedance
4ohm

SPEAKER UNIT_SUBWOOFER

SPL
85dB
System
Bass Reflex
Woofer Unit
17.78cm (7)
Impedance
3ohm

NO. OF SPEAKER UNIT

Number of speakers
9EA

CONNECTIVITY_WIRELESS

Bluetooth Version
5.0
Bluetooth Codec - SBC / AAC
Yes / Yes
Wi-Fi (2.4G / 5G)
Yes

DISPLAY INFORMATION

Display Type
LCD (5 char.)

HI-RESOLUTION AUDIO

Sampling - "24bit/192kHz" / "24bit/96kHz"
No / Yes
Upbit/upsampling - "24bit/192kHz" / "24bit/96kHz"
No / Yes

SOUND EFFECT

AI Sound Pro
Yes
Standard
Yes
Music
Yes (w/ Meridian)
Cinema
Yes
Clear Voice
Yes
Sports
Yes
Game
Yes
Bass Blast / Bass Blast +
Yes
Dolby ATMOS
Yes
DTS:X
Yes

SOUND CONTROL

User EQ - RCU / App
Yes / Yes
Night Time On/Off - RCU / App
Yes / Yes
Dynamic Rage On/Off - RCU / App
No / Yes
Auto Volume Leveler On/Off - RCU / App
No / Yes
Surround On/Off - RCU / App
Yes / Yes
AI Room Calibration (2 MIC In) - App
Yes
Soundbar Mode Control - Sound mode change through TV GUI
Yes
TV Sound Share - TV "AI Sound Pro"
Yes

AUDIO FORMAT(BITSTREAM)

LPCM
Yes
Dolby Atmos
Yes
Dolby TrueHD
Yes
Dolby Digital Plus
Yes
Dolby Digital
Yes
DTS:X
Yes
DTS-HD Master Audio
Yes
DTS-HD High Resolution
Yes
DTS Digital Surround
Yes
AAC / AAC+
Yes

POWER_MAIN

Adapter
25V, 2A
Power Off Consumption
0.5W ↓
Power Consumption
45W

POWER_SUBWOOFER

Type (SMPS)
100~240V, 50/60Hz
Power Off Consumption
0.5W ↓
Power Consumption
38W
Wireless Frequency
5GHz

ACCESSORY_MANUAL

Web Manual (File)
Yes (Full)
Built-in Manual (Book) (Simple or Full)
Yes (Simple)
Wall Mount Guide
Yes
Open Source - Yes (Full or Simple) / No
Yes (Full)
Warranty Card
Yes

ACCESSORY_REMOTE CONTROL

Battery (Size)
AA x 2
Battery Built-in
Yes

ACCESSORY_OTHERS

Optical Cable
Yes
Wall Mount Bracket
Yes

MODEL INFORMATION

Model Name
SP8A
Mainset / Subwoofer Color
Black / Black

SIZE(W X H X D, MM)

Main (w/ Foot )
1060 x 57 x 119
Matching TV size (`20 New)
124.46cm (49) ↑
Subwoofer
221.0 x 390.0 x 312.8

MATERIAL

Main - Front / Top / Bottom
Metal Grille / Mold / Mold
Subwoofer - Front / Body
Jersey / Wood

NUMBER OF CHANNELS

Number of channels
3.1.2ch

CONNECTIVITY_GENERAL

Optical
Yes (1)
HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) - In / Out
Yes (1) / Yes (1)
HDR10 / HDR10+
Yes / No
Dolby Vision
Yes
USB
Yes

ALEXA SUPPORTED

Works with Alexa (Controllee)
Yes

SPOTIFY SUPPORTED

Spotify Connect
Yes

APPLE SUPPORTED

AirPlay 2
Yes

GOOGLE SUPPORTED

Works with the Google Assistant (Controllee)
Yes
Chromecast
Yes
Google Multi Zone (One Source → Multi Speaker)
Yes

PRODUCT DETAILS

Net Quantity
1 N
Country of Origin
China
Manufactured By
LG ELECTRONICS(HUIZHOU)INC. HUI TAI FACTORY NO.1 XINDA ROAD, HUI TAI INDUSTRIAL PARK OF ZHONGKAI DEVELOPMENT ZONE,HUIZHOU CITY, GUANGDONG, CHINA .
Imported By
LG ELECTRONICS INDIA PVT. LTD. PLOT NO – 4, TECHZONE – 2, GREATER NOIDA, UTTAR PRADESH , INDIA -201308

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