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JBL Bar 5.1 - Channel 4K Ultra HD Soundbar with True Wireless Surround Speakers
Brand | JBL |
Model Name | JBL Bar 5.1 |
Speaker Type | Soundbar |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, HDMI |
Special Feature | Subwoofer, bass_boost |
About this item
- JBL 5.1 surround sound with 510W of power
- Detachable, battery-powered wireless surround speakers
- Thrilling bass from a 10 Inch (250mm) wireless subwoofer
- Wireless music streaming with Bluetooth
- True 4K connectivity with 3 HDMI in/1 HDMI out (ARC)
- Power Source Type: Battery Powered
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For over 75 years, JBL has helped people own their sound with Headphones, speakers and audio gear designed around expression. From the history-making stages of Woodstock to the thrilling sports stadiums, music venues and movie theaters you visit today, JBL amplifies truly unforgettable experiences.
Booming bass, rich detail and the freedom to feel the moment, wherever you are.
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Theater Quality Surround Sound
Hear extraordinary sound effects from everywhere in the room, without the need for extra surround speakers.
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Bring Entertianment To Life
Create a JBL home theater sound setup like the pros. Experience a home audio experience that truly immerses you in sound.
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Sound quality | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.3 |
Value for money | 4.2 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
Remote Control | 4.2 | — | 4.3 | 4.0 | 3.6 | 4.5 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | 4.5 | — |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Raineverry |
speaker size | 10 inches | 10 inches | 6.5 inches | 10 inches | 12 inches | 16 inches |
power source | Battery Powered | AC | AC | AC | AC | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | HDMI, Bluetooth | Wireless | Wireless | wireless, wired | wireless, wired | Bluetooth |
speaker type | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar | Soundbar |
mounting type | Wall Mount, Floor Standing | Tabletop Mount | Bar Mount | Bar Mount | Bar Mount | Wall Mount |
weight | 37.3 pounds | 37 pounds | 22 pounds | 41.5 pounds | 59 pounds | 19 pounds |
control method | remote | voice | — | voice, remote | remote | remote |
From the manufacturer
JBL BAR 5.1
What's New
True 5.1 Wireless Surround Sound / Premium 4K Connectivity
Bluetooth Streaming / The Best Sound from all your Devices
JBL BAR 5.1
Detachable, battery-powered wireless surround speakers
Enjoy true wireless surround sound in cinematic 5.1 with 10 hours of playing time
JBL BAR 5.1
JBL 5.1 Surround Sound with 510W of power
Ensures a high-quality audio performance for your movies and music
JBL BAR 5.1
Thrilling bass from a 10” (250mm) wireless subwoofer
Enjoy rich and thrilling bass with the convenience of flexible placement without the hassle of wires
Highlights
Bluetooth Connectivity
Stream all of your music wirelessly from any mobile device.
JBL SoundShift
Allows you to instantly switch between sound from your TV and sound from your phone or tablet
4K Connectivity
With 3 HDMI inputs you can easily connect all your 4K devices and upgrade your home entertainment to Ultra HD
Works with your TV Remote
Designed to work with many of today’s top TV remote controls, so you can use your existing TV remote control for both TV and soundbar
JBL BAR 5.1
Your ultimate all-wireless movie experience
The JBL Bar 5.1 transforms from a soundbar into a true wireless 5.1 home theater system for an epic movie and music-listening experience. With two detachable battery powered wireless surround speakers with 10-hours of playtime, 510W of total system power, a 10” wireless subwoofer, three HDMI inputs to connect 4K devices and Bluetooth, your movies, music and video games will never sound more incredible.
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Customer Reviews
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.4 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.2 out of 5 stars
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Number of Channels
| 5.1 (Detachable Rear Speakers) | 5.1 (No Wireless Rear) | 2.1 | 2.0 |
Total Power
| 510 Watts | 550 Watts | 300 Watts | 80 Watts |
Powered Subwoofer
| 10"wireless | 10" Wireless | 6.5" Wireless | N/A |
Detachable Rear Speakers
| YES | NO | NO | NO |
4K Connectivity
| YES | YES | NO | NO |
Number of HDMI Inputs
| 3 HDMI Inputs | 1 HDMI Input | 1 HDMI Input | 1 HDMI Input |
Bluetooth Connectivity
| YES | YES | YES | YES |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 14.93 x 17.91 x 39.69 inches |
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Item Weight | 37.3 pounds |
ASIN | B075SKB4TF |
Item model number | JBLBAR51BLKAM |
Batteries | 2 Lithium Polymer batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #109,054 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #410 in Home Audio Sound Bars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 20, 2017 |
Manufacturer | JBL |
Speakers Maximum Output Power | 510 Watts |
Item Weight | 37.3 Pounds |
Charging Time | 3 Hours |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
Your Ultimate All–Wireless Movie Experience The JBL Bar 5.1 transforms from a soundbar into a true wireless 5.1 home theater system for an epic movie and music–listening experience. The soundbar features two detachable battery–powered wireless surround speakers with 10–hours of playtime, 510W of total system power, a 10” wireless subwoofer, three HDMI inputs to connect 4K devices. With Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II and DTS, your movies, music and video games will never sound more incredible. The soundbar features JBL SoundShift, which allows you to instantly switch between the sound from your TV and the Bluetooth sound from your mobile phone or tablet. The soundbar is programmed to respond to your TV remote, so you can control everything with your existing TV remote control. The JBL Bar 5.1 re–defines the soundbar experience. JBL 5.1 Surround Sound with 510W of PowerEnsures a high–quality audio performance for your movies and music. Detachable, Battery–Powered Wireless Surround Speakers Enjoy true wireless surround sound in cinematic 5.1 with 10 hours of playing time. Thrilling Bass From A 10" (250mm) Wireless Subwoofer Enjoy rich and thrilling bass with the convenience of flexible placement without the hassle of wires. True 4K Connectivity With 3 HDMI In/ HDMI Out (ARC)Easily connect all your 4K devices and upgrade your home entertainment to Ultra HD. Works With Your TV Remote Control This JBL soundbar is designed to work with many of today’s top TV remote controls, so you can use your existing TV remote control for both TV and soundbar. JBL SoundShiftAllows you to instantly switch between sound from your TV and sound from your phone or tablet.
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Customers like the sound quality and ease of setup of the speakers. For example, they mention that it sounds great, the subwoofer is very good, and the surround sound works. That said, they are happy with the value. That being said, some complain about the charging process and disagree on performance, quality, connectivity, and remote control.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say it sounds great, loud, and has a powerful subwoofer. They also say the surround sound works well and is reasonably wide. Customers like that the remote is good and comes with preconfigured options for music, movies, and other uses. They mention that it's easy to set up and adjust to their liking.
"...I'm quite happy with the sound quality and loudness, wife is happy that the surround speakers are not permanently sitting around and can be put back..." Read more
"...The subwoofer is also very good with lots of floor and wall-shaking bass...." Read more
"...The subwoofer is super powerful and rich. When you use the 'movie' or 'sports' setting, the audio is crisp and clear.Weaknesses1...." Read more
"...to those who want something that’s a dream to set up, easy to adjust to your liking, and truly delivers to even the most discerning audio freaks out..." Read more
Customers find the speakers incredibly easy to setup. They mention that the hook up was easy, and switching to surround sound is quite simple. They also say that the process was painless, and the mounting on the wall was rather simple. Customers also appreciate the convenient wireless feature, saying that all components were automatically and perfectly paired.
"...All components were automatically and perfectly paired...." Read more
"Pros:1. Easy to set up2. Truly wireless3. Amazing subwoofer - shakes the couch/houseCons:1...." Read more
"...Set-up was very easy I am using the ARC connection (never used that before on the TV) and it makes connecting other devices very easy and it sounds..." Read more
"...Everything was literally plug-and-play...." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. For example, they say it's a great product for the price, well worth it, and provides impressive sound for a fair price. Customers also say the detachment makes it a good overall purchase for s premium sound bar, and it'll be easy to use.
"...Included hardware to mount to wall if neededGREAT price for what you are getting (though diminished a lot without working rears)..." Read more
"...But for below $1000? I really don’t think so. Great value, and features for the price. 3 HDMI in.. one HDMI ARC out. Dolby surround as well as DTS...." Read more
"...(just look at the other reviews) and while worth $500 imo, not worth the original price of $1200 that it still is at some retailers." Read more
"...For those who are looking for impressive sound for a fair price without the 'spaghetti-mess' and don't want to compromise on good sound, this set..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the speakers. Some mention that they work really good when media is going through them, and the surround worked wonderfully. However, others say that the unit suddenly and inexplicably will not turn on. They say that it has a fixed amount of time they work and that it needs to be charged.
"...band router… This system hooks into the 5 GHz band and I have experienced no problems. I have about 14 devices on that band no issues whatsoever...." Read more
"...Most impressive is the 10 in subwoofer. It's well designed and does a good job trying to hide into the background with its monolithic simplistic..." Read more
"...as of the time of this review the left satellite speakers battery has already degraded to about 30% of what it used to be...." Read more
"...nor does it adjust your organs with its hertz, but it played its role very well...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the quality of the speakers. Some mention that it's very sturdily built, while others say that the grilles on the soundbar are quite flimsy and there is a quality issue coming from the factory. Some customers also say that one of the four feet was broken.
"...Which is abnormally high. This tells me that there is a quality issue coming from the factory...." Read more
"...system does an incredible job at delivering clear dialog, along with strong (easily controllable) base, and great surround sound...." Read more
"...the TV are about adequate for listening to the news, and not really good for much else, especially watching movies...." Read more
"I enjoy the removable satellite speakers and the powerful subwoofer." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the speakers. Some mention that being wireless is nice, with multiple options for connectivity (HDMI/HDMI-ARC/OPTICAL/Blue-tooth). They also love the wireless detachable speakers, as they pack a lot of sound for their size. However, others say that the surround speakers have a very poor connection to the rest of the system, with weak connections. They also say that Bluetooth competes for bandwidth with the control channels.
"...thing to note though, is if you don’t "forget" the BT it can sometimes auto connect the BT without you knowing and that’s not always something you..." Read more
"...They connect automatically without a problem to the main unit, the speaker levels are adjustable on the fly, and you can place them wherever you..." Read more
"...I had to send it back to JBL for replacement because it kept losing subwoofer sync and would crackle. The satellite speakers did the same thing...." Read more
"...connection (never used that before on the TV) and it makes connecting other devices very easy and it sounds great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the remote control. Some mention that it's awesome, has enough features, and is easy to use. Others say that it feels cheap, is not very responsive, and doesn't work.
"...Love it, but it does have flaws. First off the bad. The remote is terrible. That sucks because I have to use Arc to skip having to use its remote...." Read more
"...The remote feels a little cheap, but in most cases you don't need it because you can use your TV remote...." Read more
"...The remote control has good functions, but no indicator bumps to know what’s what...." Read more
"...It's light and left the heft out of the build, but comparing sizes - a Roku controller has a bit more weight to it and feels like a more well-..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the charging of the speakers. They mention that the speakers do not charge when in use, and only charge when the system is off. They also say that the design is dumb as you can only charge the rear speakers when they are plugged into the sound bar. Customers also mention that their left rear speaker would not hold a charge or even charge with a USB charger and stay on.
"...They will not re-charge without doing that. For me the system out of the box performed perfect...." Read more
"...setting it up, it’s important to remember that the wireless speakers do need to be charged. They take 3 hours to charge...." Read more
"...This does not account for battery degradation but still implies that without a defective product one should still get at least 5 years out the..." Read more
"...Good clean sound, albeit not loud. Rechargeable satellite speakers are a great solution for someone that doesn’t want to run wiring and is fine with..." Read more
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I gave the sound bar a five star rating and here is why. I will answer some of your issues the others have had with the sound bar and be bluntly honest in regard to a course of action.
Let’s just say for me it performed exactly as specified I had no issues... with that in mind let me tell you what my set up is.
I have AT&T U-verse. My Internet speed is 50 MPS. And I have now a total of three surround systems two wired and my new one with the sound bar is unwired.
I have had this system for a month now and I have put it to the test. The TV that is hooked up to is a 2020 LG 50 inch. My configuration is Himi -Arc. Here’s the first clue; if you hook this up to a TV that is not an LG, Samsung or a Visio this may be a problem for you. If you experience any issues whatsoever send it back get your money back and buy something else.
The reason why I say that is I read probably 100 complaints about the system, looking at Amazons ratings as a month ago there was about maybe 12-13% go back rate. Which is abnormally high. This tells me that there is a quality issue coming from the factory. If you get a good one you’re good if you don’t you could have problems.
I have a dual band router… This system hooks into the 5 GHz band and I have experienced no problems. I have about 14 devices on that band no issues whatsoever. If you have isolated this system and you are having problems with your Internet speed because of it - this should not happen -this system may not be for you-send it back and buy something else.
Also if you experience any charging issues with this unit once again send it back get your money back and buy something else . And make sure you press the button on the speakers before reattaching them to the main bar. They will not re-charge without doing that. For me the system out of the box performed perfect. All components were automatically and perfectly paired.
You need to make sure that not only your TV settings are set to surround but also the cable box settings need to be pointed to surround sound as well. I had a question in regard to the surround sound I was hearing when I first looked it up because Voices were coming through the satellite speakers in the rear so once I troubleshot that situation looked at my cable box receiver and configured that to surroundsound and it started Playing the voices out of the front channel and the effects from the satellites… Perfect!
I started playing some music yesterday with my iPhone on some pre-recorded MP3s that I had and configured the speakers for surround mode… Pumped up the volume and boy did it sound good. Keep in mind I am not a sound aficionado. But I can’t afford $1000 for what some people consider the perfect sound. It puts out very very good sound for half the price and the subwoofer is the bomb. I did not have any mid range issues to speak of so it’s all good.
NOTE: when it came time to calibrate the sound I did not have a port in my satellite speakers. I don’t know if that is a hardware refresh or not but it didn’t seem to need it.
1. Easy to set up
2. Truly wireless
3. Amazing subwoofer - shakes the couch/house
Cons:
1. Nothing really
Summary:
We have a large open living room that's open to the kitchen, almost 900 sqft. With a space this large, the built in speakers on the TV are about adequate for listening to the news, and not really good for much else, especially watching movies. Ideally we should have a receiver and multi speaker setup, and maybe one day I'll do that, but I just don't want to spend the money and time running and hiding wires and trying to find surround speakers that I can hide so it's not so obtrusive and obvious. The wife agrees that she wants the surround sound experience, but isn't interested in having speakers all over the living room. We've tried various 2.1 systems that simulate surround sound, but those aren't all that great. And anyways, it's hard to find a soundbar system that can fill this space. We've tried some others, but they've been OK at best.
I found this JBL system accidentally and after reading the reviews, I thought I'd give it a shot. The thing that sold me was the wireless battery powered surround speakers. Since we would only use it during movies, for the most part it wouldn't be cluttering up the living room area. We have other JBL wireless speakers that we use via bluetooth when we're outside that work quite well, so I figured these speakers would also perform well. Especially in an indoor setting.
I will tell you that if you're on the fence about this system, to give it a shot as you will be pleasantly surprised. The sound quality is absolutely amazing. it's loud and clear and fills our giant living room very well. Some of the other soundbars that I've tried get loud, but the sound gets muddy and distorted. The detachable surround speakers work well, also have great sound, and simply works. They connect automatically without a problem to the main unit, the speaker levels are adjustable on the fly, and you can place them wherever you want. This soundbar system also comes with a calibration speaker, which takes just a minute to balance the sound levels for the exact spot that you'll be sitting. Most impressive is the 10 in subwoofer. It's well designed and does a good job trying to hide into the background with its monolithic simplistic design. However, the sound that comes out of it is nothing short of amazing. We have the volume set at 2/3 of max, and it will shake the couch we're sitting on and rattle the walls.
The soundbar also has a night mode, which helps reduce the subwoofer setting and bump up the midrange so I can hear the dialogue and i'm not waking the kids when watching something with lots of explosions and booms.
I'm quite happy with the sound quality and loudness, wife is happy that the surround speakers are not permanently sitting around and can be put back on the soundbar, and my bank account is happy that this system only cost $500.
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Increíble que haya muy pocas opciones en equipos con bocinas inalámbricas, y las que hay son de varias veces el precio o no son realmente 5.1 al usar la opción inalámbrica. Otros están descontinuados.
Excelente sonido con una modulación muy diferenciada y adecuada entre películas y música.
Muy fácil de instalar y muy rápido.
Cargar las baterías de las bocinas traseras pensé que serían una molestia, pero dura bastante la carga y es rápida.
Ha hecho de mi sala de estar un lugar muy acogedor.
Muy recomendable!!!!!!
- An iOS App w/ all the features of the physical JBL remote would be an awesome value add.
- An automatic sound mode switch would be awesome so that the system detects and switches between movie and music modes.
El sonido es excelente y las bocinas al desprenderse duran lo suficiente para un maratón de películas.
El Sub buffer produce tanta vibración que me he vuelto la pesadilla de mis vecinos, cada vez que pongo hip hop. (Recomiendo money trees, de Kendrick Lamar )
En resumen, excelente producto calidad y precio
10" sub woofer is perfectly tuned to thump for right base frequencies.
Front and rear speakers deliver superb clarity.
System has controls to set appropriate sound level for rear surround speakers.
And best part is its completely wireless which makes it so convenient for home set up.