The LG Éclair wants to prove good things can come in small packages
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The LG Éclair wants to prove good things can come in small packages
The LG Éclair (QP5) is the company’s smallest to date and wants to prove it can be so much more.
A partnership between LG and Meridian Audio up-mixes two-channel stereo content into immersive, multichannel audio to deliver a wider soundstage for an immersive listening experience with a tonal balance that remains authentic to the original recording.
The soundbar measures 296 x 60 x 126 mm allowing it to sit in front of small-screen TVs comfortably. The sub-woofer unit is far larger meaning it needs space on the floor. This makes it a 3.1.2 channel sound system with a pair of up-firing speakers to bounce sound off the ceiling.
That bit is important for the Dolby Atmos support as the height is used to place the audio for the object’s spatial positioning. But for even better audio quality, the Éclair also supports DTS:X.
The Éclair soundbar delivers 4K HDR10 pass-through support which allows viewers to enjoy 4K content, including Dolby Vision, over streaming services. It also features enhanced audio return channel (eARC) support meaning that the Éclair is packing HDMI 2.1. There's also a USB input, digital optical socket, and Bluetooth 4.0. However, the lack of Wi-Fi means no AirPlay or Chromecast.
There is a lack of voice-control however, meaning no Alexa or Hey Google support.
Pricing and availability
Announced during CES 2021, the LG Éclair (QP5) soundbar is priced at S$999 and will be available from mid- January from LG’s official stores on KrisShop, Lazada, and Shopee, and all authorised retailers including Audio House, Best Denki, COURTS, Gain City, Harvey Norman, Mega Discount Store, and Parisilk.
Product Name |
LG Eclair |
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Model |
QP5 |
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Price |
S$999 |
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Size |
Main Set with Foot (W x H x D) mm |
296 x 59.9 x 126 |
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Subwoofer (W x H x D) mm |
388 x 291 x 185 |
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Weight |
Main |
1.55Kg |
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Subwoofer |
7.7Kg |
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Gross Weight |
1.20Kg |
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Number of Channels |
3.1.2ch |
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Output Power (THD 10%) |
Total |
320W |
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Front |
20W*2 |
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Center |
20W |
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Top |
20W*2 |
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Subwoofer |
220W(Wireless) |
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Speaker Unit Front (L/R) |
SPL |
82dB |
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System |
Closed |
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Tweeter Unit |
X |
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Woofer Unit |
2 Inch |
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Impedance |
4 Ohm |
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Speaker Unit Center |
SPL |
82dB |
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Woofer Unit |
2 Inch |
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System |
Closed |
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Impedance |
4 Ohm |
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Speaker Unit Top (L/R) |
SPL |
82dB |
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Woofer Unit |
2 Inch |
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System |
Closed |
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Impedance |
4 Ohm |
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Speaker Unit Subwoofer |
SPL |
85dB |
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Woofer Unit |
Closed |
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System |
5.25 inch (2EA) |
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Impedance |
3 Ohm |
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No. of Speaker Unit (Number of Speakers) |
7 EA |
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Connectivity General |
Optical |
Yes (1) |
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HDMI 2.1 (HDCP 2.3) - In / Out |
Yes (1) / Yes (1) |
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HDR10 / HDR10+ |
Yes / - |
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Dolby Vision |
Yes |
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USB |
Yes |
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Connectivity Wireless |
Bluetooth Version |
4.0 |
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Bluetooth Codec - SBC / AAC |
Yes / Yes |
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Display Information |
LED Indicator Colour |
Yes (3 Color, 3 EA) |
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Sound Effect |
AI Sound Pro |
Yes |
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Standard |
Yes (w/ Meridian) |
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Cinema |
Yes |
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Game |
Yes |
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Dolby Atmos |
Yes |
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DTS:X |
Yes |
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Convenience |
Remote App - iOS / Android OS |
Yes / Yes |
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Smart Phone File Playback (Bluetooth) |
Yes |
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NSU / FOTA |
X / Yes |
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Control with your TV Remote (Vol+/-, Mute) |
Yes / Yes |
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Sound Sync - Bluetooth(LG TV) / Optical |
Yes / Yes |
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Auto Power On/Off - Bluetooth (LGTV) / Optical |
Yes / Yes |
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Auto Power On/Off - RCU / APP |
X / Yes |
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A/V Sunc (0~300ms) - RCU / APP |
X / Yes |
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HDMI SIMPLINK |
Yes |
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HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) |
Yes |
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HDMI Audio Return Channel (e-ARC) |
Yes |
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Woofer Level (-15 ~ 6dB, 1dB/Step) |
Yes |
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Channel Level (-6 ~ 6dB, 1dB/Step) - Top / Center / Surround / Rear / Rear Top |
Yes / Yes / X / X / X |
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Mute |
Yes |
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Auto Dimmer |
Yes |
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USB Host / Charge |
Yes / X |
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Built-in Music |
Yes (1 song) |
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Bluetooth Stand-By |
Yes |
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