Nakamichi Shockwafe Pro 7.1.4 Channel 600W Dolby Atmos Soundbar with 8" Wireless Subwoofer, 2 Rear Surround Speakers. Experience True 360° Cinema Surround with This Plug and Play Home Theater System
Brand | Nakamichi |
Model Name | Shockwafe Pro |
Speaker Type | Subwoofer, Satellite, Soundbar |
Connectivity Technology | RCA, Optical, HDMI, Coaxial |
Special Feature | Subwoofer |
About this item
- Transform your living room into a state-of-the-art movie theater with True 360° Dolby Atmos surround flowing around, above and beyond you. Like cinemas with speakers located around you, SHOCKWAFE Pro 7.1.4 SSE duplicates the same experience to your home, courtesy of Two rear surround speakers & Spatial Surround Elevation (SSE) processing technology. Created with same DNA as our flagship Shockwafe Ultra 9.2.4 SSE, Winner of the best Dolby Atmos Soundbar Battle (hosted by Brian Tong, Ex-Cnet host)
- Experience a whole new level of surround performance with our exclusive SSE Technology. Featuring 3 advanced audio processing engines working in harmony to enhance directionality, enlarge spaciousness & unlock extra details of any audio soundtrack. Envelop your home theater with up to 7.1.4 channels of uncompromising moving audio that flows all around you. Unleash the full dynamics of your audio experience with 105dB of room-filling sound.
- TWO 2-WAY REAR SPEAKERS (industry's first!) produce spacious and dynamic surround sound. Each of them (connected to sub via RCA wires) is constructed with a tweeter that reproduces high frequencies with captivating clarity, and a full-range driver that delivers surround effects with power and precision. Simply put, the surround sound performance from simulated/virtual 2.1 or other 5.1 channel surround soundbars does not come anywhere close to this.
- The main soundbar unit features upgraded high-performance speaker drivers. The signature front surround effects tweeters deliver a 35% wider soundstage. Our newly-designed 8" down-firing wireless subwoofer delivers tight, room shaking low frequencies that enhances the impact of your home theater. Bass effects are fired onto the floor surface and distributed equally in all directions across the entire room for maximum immersiveness.
- All units sold since Aug '19 can receive Dolby Atmos surround via TV’s eARC when streaming with TV’s smart apps like Netflix (Note: not all TVs can output Atmos. Refer to your TV brand’s audio output specs). Enjoy advanced connectivity with Dolby Vision, 4K UHD pass-thru and High Dynamic Range (HDR). Connect up to 6 devices via 1 HDMI ARC, 3 HDMI, 1 Optical and 1 Coaxial inputs. The 52-key backlit remote allows seamless control of sources, DSP modes, individual channel and room size optimization
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 3.7 |
Remote Control | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 2.4 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.2 | — | — | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 |
Volume control | 4.2 | 4.3 | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | — |
Quality of material | 4.6 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.6 | — |
Sold By | — | Raineverry | Digital Supplies inc | Nakamichi LLC | Nakamichi LLC | Digital Supplies inc |
speaker size | — | 16 inches | — | 10 inches | 10 inches | — |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | Coaxial, Optical, RCA, HDMI | Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Coaxial, Bluetooth, Optical, RCA, HDMI, Auxiliary | wireless | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
speaker type | Subwoofer, Satellite, Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Tweeter | Subwoofer | Soundbar |
mounting type | Bar Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Bar Mount | Bar Mount | Wall Mount |
weight | — | 19 pounds | 50.3 pounds | 51.8 pounds | 80 pounds | 50.3 pounds |
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Our story
How we got our start
Founded in 1948 by Mr Etsuro Nakamichi from a small research institute in Tokyo, Japan. Nakamichi’s high-end heritage stems from creating some of the most iconic audio innovations over the past 70+ years, shaping the industry and establishing ourselves as a respected name in consumer electronics.What makes our product unique
Shockwafe represents a fundamental disruption in home entertainment. We have successfully blended plug-and-play simplicity with high-end surround performance. Our suite of hybrid soundbar systems allows you to get the maximum cinema experience at home, with minimum effort.Why we love what we do
Sound is vital to a great movie experience. Our collective obsession to reinvent the home cinema drives us to constantly challenge the technological boundaries of audio. We strive to bring the same adrenaline-pumping experience you can get at the cinema into every living room in America.Product Description
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Never Miss a Word of DialogDual center channels bring incredible clarity to move dialog and music lyrics. Front row listening experience, every time. |
Wider Soundstage Listening AreaOur outward-firing surround effects tweeters create a 35% wider soundstage than conventional soundbars, replicating the wide soundstage that matches the screen size of a cinema. |
Unlock Hidden Surround DetailsEach rear surround speaker houses a high-frequency tweeter to produce crystal clear ambient effects and a full-range driver for extra-accurate directional sound. You will unlock surround details you have never heard before. |
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Next Generation Video FormatsDolby Vision and 4K HDR video pass-through allows you to not just hear, but see every cinematic detail in perfect clarity. |
Enjoy Wired Quality Sound - WirelesslyWith Bluetooth aptX, stream your favorite music wirelessly from all of your portable electronics including your phone, tablet and smart home devices. |
Advanced ConnectivityEnjoy seamless connectivity with multiple devices. Receive Dolby Atmos surround via TV's eARC when streaming with TV's smart apps like Netflix (Note: not all TVs can output Atmos. Refer to your TV brand's audio output specs). |
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Audio Channels | 9.2.4 SSE Max / BEST Home Cinema | 7.2.4 SSE Max / BETTER Home Cinema | 7.1.4 SSE Max / GOOD Home Cinema | 7.1.4 SSE / GOOD Home Cinema |
Total Power / SPL Loudness | 1300W / 113dB | 1000W / 110dB | 850W / 108dB | 600W / 105dB |
Speaker Drivers (Soundbar & Surround Speakers) | Extended-Range Twin Cone Drivers, Silk Dome Tweeters (Unmatched 360º surround experience) | Extended-Range Twin Cone Drivers, Silk Dome Tweeters | Extended-Range Twin Cone Drivers, Silk Dome Tweeters | Full Range Drivers, Mylar Tweeters |
Subwoofer / As deep as (Hz) | 2 x 10" Upgraded Subs (Wireless) with High Output Amplifiers (Unmatched bass performance) / As deep as 20Hz | 2 x 8" Upgraded Subs (Wireless) with High Output Amplifiers (Unmatched bass performance) / As deep as 25Hz | 1 x 10" Upgraded Sub (Wireless) with High Output Amplifiers (Unmatched bass performance) / As deep as 30Hz | 1 x 8" Sub (Wireless) / As deep as 35Hz |
Rear Speakers | 4 (Connected to subs via included wires) | 2 (Connected to subs via included wires) | 2 (Connected to subs via included wires) | 2 (Connected to sub via included wires) |
HDMI Connectivity | 1 Out (eARC) / 3 In | 1 Out (eARC) / 3 In | 1 Out (eARC) / 3 In | 1 Out (ARC; can stream Dolby Atmos using Smart TV Apps) / 3 In |
Bluetooth Connectivity (BT) | Qualcomm aptX HD 24-Bit High Res BT Streaming | aptX HD 24-Bit High Res BT Streaming | aptX HD 24-Bit High Res BT Streaming | Qualcomm aptX 16-Bit BT Streaming |
Dolby Vision / 4K HDR Pass-Through | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital / DTS:X, DTS-HD MA, DTS-HD, DTS | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Dimensions (L X W X H) | Soundbar = 45.5" x 3.0" x 3.6" (6lbs); Subwoofer (Each) = 12.0" x 13.6" x 20.2" (23.8lbs); Rear Speaker (Each) = 4.8" x 5.6" x 8.1" (2.9lbs); Shipping Box = 48.2" x 14.8" x 22.5" (79lbs) | Soundbar = 45.5" x 3.0" x 3.6" (6lbs); Subwoofer (Each) = 9.5" x 11.8" x 20.3" (19.7lbs); Rear Speaker (Each) = 4.8" x 5.6" x 8.1" (2.9lbs); Shipping Box = 48.2" x 14.8" x 17.8" (64lbs) | Soundbar = 45.5" x 3.0" x 3.6" (6lbs); Subwoofer = 12.0" x 13.6" x 20.2" (23.8lbs); Rear Speaker (Each) = 4.8" x 5.6" x 8.1" (2.9lbs); Shipping Box = 48.2" x 21.9” x 14.8" (51lbs) | Soundbar = 45.5" x 3.0" x 3.5" (7.2lbs); Subwoofer = 12.0" x 9.5" x 20.5" (19.0lbs); Rear Speaker (Each) = 5.0" x 5.4" x 8.0" (2.8lbs); Shipping Box = 48.2" x 14.8" x 17.8" (46.5lbs) |
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Product Dimensions | 45.5 x 3.3 x 3 inches |
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Item Weight | 45.9 pounds |
ASIN | B073W5T1QC |
Item model number | SHOCKWAFE PRO 7.1 DTS:X |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.0 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 22, 2017 |
Manufacturer | Nakamichi |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 600 Watts |
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Customers like the value, ease of installation, and sound quality of the speakers. For example, they mention that it sounds great for the price, the user manual is clear to understand, and the subwoofer output is very strong. Customers also appreciate quality, and appearance. That said, opinions are mixed on connectivity, ease to use, and performance.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say the sound is excellent, the bass out of the woofer is very strong, and the speakers are awesome. Some mention that the clear voice mode is their favorite feature.
"...The soundbar is so crisp and the clear, I do not have any problems understanding dialogue...." Read more
"...I always felt the sound quality was spectacular, now that the interfaces seem to be working with this connection scheme I am raising my review...." Read more
"...The 8" down-firing sub puts out an amazing amount of bass power (I have it on a low, open speaker stand to raise it off the floor), while the sound..." Read more
"...The firmware update to have ATMOS was very easy too. SOUND is GOD LEVEL. My ears have never been happier watching movies or playing games...." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. They say it has excellent quality for the money, and is one of the best bangs for the buck. Some mention that the sub is outstanding and the sound is fantastic. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The sub is outstanding. It adds such warmth and when content is played in Dolby or DTS...." Read more
"...basically the same price as the LG, it is simply a vastly superior choice across all criteria...." Read more
"...You get rich, crisp, loud sound and deep, deep bass. Perfect for your home theater set up...." Read more
"...Music is the deal breaker for me. The system is pretty good at movies and IMO just not any good at all for music. TL;DR at the bottom...." Read more
Customers find the installation process of the speakers to be fairly easy. They mention that the sound system itself is easy to install, and the user manual is clear to understand. Some say that the speakers fill the room with crisp sound, and that the firmware upgrade was ready to perform. Overall, most are satisfied with the ease of installation.
"...As for setup, I found the system very easy to setup. From syncing the bass to the soundbar to connecting the surrounds...." Read more
"...and operating after only a brief time, and the user manual is pretty clear to understand and follow...." Read more
"...Combined with the ease of install and pretty good quality enclosures, it will absolutely get the job done if you throw tons of volume at it...." Read more
"...When I first received my soundbar, I immediately loved it. It was easy to set up (although not very configurable until you update the firmware),..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the speakers. For example, they say the build quality is impecable, the sound is amazing, and the subwoofer rumbles as a wonderful sub. They also say the material finish is above average for its price point, durable, and solid without being overbearing. The 2019 firmware update really improved stability and connectivity issues, and added Dolby Atmos support. Customers also mention that the sound quality is clean but not overwhelming, and that it is low profile so not so obtrusive taking up heaps of space.
"...Combined with the ease of install and pretty good quality enclosures, it will absolutely get the job done if you throw tons of volume at it...." Read more
"...-Audio quality (handles, 4K, DTS etc.)-Very good build quality and aesthetics..." Read more
"...Quality of Parts (Initial observation)The soundbar was solid without being overbearing...." Read more
"...Pros:--the look and feel of the speakers give the impression of high quality..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the speakers. They say it has great aesthetics, the sound bar looks great, and the system does not look cheap at all. The unique design of the soundbar really does expand the sound stage for this unit. Customers also appreciate the slick profile and the rich, crisp sound.
"...The system's capabilities and user options are really impressive--just what you would expect from a brand known for its engineering and build..." Read more
"...You get rich, crisp, loud sound and deep, deep bass. Perfect for your home theater set up...." Read more
"...The bar and surround speakers are very laid back, and not a 'bright' sounding speaker in the sense that Klipsch is...." Read more
"...Nice and full sound for the low and mid range but it is seriously missing the crisp high-end due to lack of tweeters for center and up...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the speakers. Some mention that it does well, while others say that it doesn't work with the HDMI 1 input. The remote can be ineffective and unresponsive, and some are not happy with it.
"...-I'm not quite happy with the remote (I've written to Ray as of this review and will update the review after the issue's been sorted)...." Read more
"...As for customer service, these guys are incredibly responsive. First, their documentation is super clear...." Read more
"...Update(1/30/20200)JUST GOT MY SOUNDBAR BACK AND IT STILL DOES NOT WORK. This thing is junk. They had it for nearly a month and it still doesn't work...." Read more
"...I really wanted to like this product. Sound quality/depth is excellent and the spatial effects spectacular...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the speakers. Some mention that the Bluetooth is seamless, great, and easy to set up. However, others say that the controls are clunky, and the BT connectivity is terrible. They also mention that there are some troubles with the ARC connection and that there is no WiFi support to connect devices.
"...-Subwoofer is wireless and has excellent bass..." Read more
"...Also, I didn't like that they are not wireless completely. They have less wires yes, but honestly...." Read more
"...stylish looks, great for movies, 7.1 surround sound, streaming music via Bluetooth all without breaking the bank...." Read more
"...The remote control connection with the sound bar is horrible...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the speakers. Some mention that they are able to adjust every setting on the sound system, while others say that it cannot find the correct settings itself and the user have to manually changes them. Some say that the settings are not saved by input type and that custom settings need to be programmed for best sound.
"...It works very well, and all settings passed through nicely (4k, refresh rate stayed the same)..." Read more
"...But a complete lack of ability to adjust the treble AT ALL? Not acceptable...." Read more
"I love these speakers, the sound is absolutely amazing, controls are good...." Read more
"...2. The fact that it cannot find the correct settings itself and the user have to manually changes many settings based on input is just bad user..." Read more
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After much research, I landed on the Nakamichi Pro 7.1 DTS: X and holy smokes, I'm glad I did. If you think you don't need a sub, I would say you don't know what you are missing. I would not consider myself an audiofile and yet am keen to how things sounds more than most people I know. My wife is not at all and we both agree, this thing sounds amazing. The soundbar is so crisp and the clear, I do not have any problems understanding dialogue. One of the issues I faced in my old system was dialogue might be good if you are directly in front of the speakers but if you were off to the side, you definitely would lose on quality, causing me to increase volume. With the Nakamichi, it is not a problem. I experience the same volume levels regardless of whether I'm on the side or directly in front.
The sub is outstanding. It adds such warmth and when content is played in Dolby or DTS. I get the feeling I'm not getting any more or less of bass than the video requires me to experience.
As for setup, I found the system very easy to setup. From syncing the bass to the soundbar to connecting the surrounds. Because I had rear mounted speakers about 8 ft high, I used my existing wiring with some RCA adapters to connect the rear speakers to the sub. Per Nakamichi recommendation, I did not connect the soundbar to my old Denon receiver, I just let it figure out how to play the sound and it does so good. I find the remote to be very simple to use. Easily increase/decrease volumes of all speakers. I like I can determine if the audio playing is PCM or Dolby. On this point, you can really tell a difference. So much so I found it worth understanding where I can get the best sound: i.e. Roku or TV smart apps. I have a Sony Bravia XBR so I play Netflix and Prime Video through the TV since they pass Dolby to the playbar whereas my Roku Streaming Stick will not for those apps despite following Netflix/Sony recommendations. YouTubeTV only plays PCM audio at the moment but hope that changes.
As for customer service, these guys are incredibly responsive. First, their documentation is super clear. The firmware update, super easy and they walk you through it. I've had a couple of questions and they've responded to me within an hour or two at best. In addition, they've just called me to discuss the question if they felt it warranted...who does that these days?
Aside from them winning multiple awards last year, I recommend you trying this soundbar system if you have $650 to spend and like me, you will not regret it!
Nakamichi proactively reached out to me to solve my issues. Alberto in their tech support traded emails with me to set up a time; then called me to patiently help me out. Turns out I needed to connect ROKU HDMI to the sound-bar and HDMI FIOS to the TV, then with the ARC HDMI between TV and sound-bar shifting input sources takes a few button pushes but now seems to work fine. I must confess I never thought of or tried this connection combination; in my defense this rig doesn’t seem to be in the instruction manual. Alberto was very kind/professional and generously took the time to explain the technical basis for my needed connection setup (a content protection handshake, implemented differently by different hardware components manufacturers).
I always felt the sound quality was spectacular, now that the interfaces seem to be working with this connection scheme I am raising my review. Based on my technical knowledge of HDMI interface challenges and Nakamichi’s support that Alberto expertly provided, I’m going all the way since the sound-bar is now a valued part of my setup.
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I really wanted to like this product. Sound quality/depth is excellent and the spatial effects spectacular. BUT (don’t you hate that words see) the interface to my TV and sources has been nothing but trouble. I’ve tried every possible method of connection with no joy. I have a late model, top-line Samsung TV and FIOS/ROKU input. Pretty standard stuff. When I connect sources to sound bar & sound bar to TV using ARC the system fails to start over half the time and I have to go through an elaborate reset (~ 15 button pushes) to get it going. Then the dang thing randomly hangs during use. When I connect sources to the TV & TV to sound bar using ARC the sound is delayed so much that the lip synch mis-match drives you crazy. Instructions recommend using the second method for Samsung vice the preferred first method, implying to me they know the interface doesn’t work right. Using optical cable and the audio delay setting on TV and sound bar has no effect. I’ve updated firmware soon as issued.
Yesterday I finally gave up, and went back to just using my TV speakers. I guess I’ll keep it in hopes a future firmware update “fixes” it. Looks & smells like a $800 pile of junk to me. Perhaps one good thing is my wife rarely used my rig because she couldn’t fathom the 15+ button push!
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2021
Nakamichi proactively reached out to me to solve my issues. Alberto in their tech support traded emails with me to set up a time; then called me to patiently help me out. Turns out I needed to connect ROKU HDMI to the sound-bar and HDMI FIOS to the TV, then with the ARC HDMI between TV and sound-bar shifting input sources takes a few button pushes but now seems to work fine. I must confess I never thought of or tried this connection combination; in my defense this rig doesn’t seem to be in the instruction manual. Alberto was very kind/professional and generously took the time to explain the technical basis for my needed connection setup (a content protection handshake, implemented differently by different hardware components manufacturers).
I always felt the sound quality was spectacular, now that the interfaces seem to be working with this connection scheme I am raising my review. Based on my technical knowledge of HDMI interface challenges and Nakamichi’s support that Alberto expertly provided, I’m going all the way since the sound-bar is now a valued part of my setup.
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I really wanted to like this product. Sound quality/depth is excellent and the spatial effects spectacular. BUT (don’t you hate that words see) the interface to my TV and sources has been nothing but trouble. I’ve tried every possible method of connection with no joy. I have a late model, top-line Samsung TV and FIOS/ROKU input. Pretty standard stuff. When I connect sources to sound bar & sound bar to TV using ARC the system fails to start over half the time and I have to go through an elaborate reset (~ 15 button pushes) to get it going. Then the dang thing randomly hangs during use. When I connect sources to the TV & TV to sound bar using ARC the sound is delayed so much that the lip synch mis-match drives you crazy. Instructions recommend using the second method for Samsung vice the preferred first method, implying to me they know the interface doesn’t work right. Using optical cable and the audio delay setting on TV and sound bar has no effect. I’ve updated firmware soon as issued.
Yesterday I finally gave up, and went back to just using my TV speakers. I guess I’ll keep it in hopes a future firmware update “fixes” it. Looks & smells like a $800 pile of junk to me. Perhaps one good thing is my wife rarely used my rig because she couldn’t fathom the 15+ button push!