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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 |
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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Top Brand: JBL
From the brand
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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 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Value for money | 4.2 | 3.8 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.4 |
Remote Control | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.9 |
Bluetooth connectivity | 4.0 | — | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.0 |
Easy to install | — | 4.8 | 4.7 | — | — | 3.5 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Woot | Amazon.com |
speaker size | 10 inches | 2 inches | 36 inches | 10 inches | 10 inches | — |
power source | Battery Powered | AC | AC | AC | AC | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | HDMI, Bluetooth | wireless, wired | Auxiliary, HDMI | wireless, wired | USB | wired, wireless |
speaker type | Soundbar | Soundbar | Surround Sound,Soundbar,Subwoofer | Soundbar | Subwoofer | Soundbar |
mounting type | Wall Mount, Floor Standing | Wall Mount | Sound Bar | Bar Mount | Wall Mount | Tabletop |
weight | 37.3 pounds | 1 pounds | 5 pounds | 41.5 pounds | 31 pounds | — |
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.
Which JBL Soundbar is Right for You?
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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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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 | #110,463 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #420 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 value of the speakers. They say it is a very good value for the cost and has impressive sound for a fair price. They appreciate the ease of setup and sound quality. However, some customers have reported issues with the speakers coming damaged and with the remote feeling like it is going to break. Customers disagree on performance, connectivity, battery life, and quality.
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Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They mention that the sound is great, loud, and has a good surround system. The subwoofer is super powerful and rich, and the bass is independently controllable via the remote. Customers are also happy that the quality is still top tier after all these years. They also mention that it can hook up to 8 different audio sources and has Bluetooth.
"...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 speakers for surround mode… Pumped up the volume and boy did it sound good. Keep in mind I am not a sound aficionado...." Read more
"...Pros:Clear SoundDeep ("wireless") BassHDMI ARC support for multi in and 1 out setup.Bluetooth connection..." Read more
"...system does an incredible job at delivering clear dialog, along with strong (easily controllable) base, and great surround sound...." Read more
Customers find the speakers easy to set up. They mention that the controls are easy to use and understand. They say the speakers connect easily to BT and the sound clarity is clean. Overall, customers are happy with the speakers and find them convenient.
"Pros:1. Easy to set up2. Truly wireless3. Amazing subwoofer - shakes the couch/houseCons:1...." Read more
"...Everything was literally plug-and-play...." Read more
"...The first thing I noticed is that playing music is great. You can connect easily to BT, and the sound clarity is clean...." Read more
"...Your system is good to go.-Ease of use: If your tv doesn't have an ARC HDMI port, upgrade to one that does. This is a life saver...." Read more
Customers like the value of the speakers. They say it's a very good value for the cost, with impressive sound for a fair price.
"...Conclusion: perfect for movie watching and music listening. $500 is a good price and I would recommend this to everyone...." Read more
"...Included hardware to mount to wall if neededGREAT price for what you are getting (though diminished a lot without working rears)..." 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
"...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
Customers are mixed about the performance of the speakers. Some mention that they work really well when media is going through them, and are not just a gimmick. They experience no problems with the 5 GHz band, and the surround worked wonderfully. However, others say that the angle of the input plus a weak connection if rattled loose two times in, and that the surround speakers have a very poor connection to the rest of the system. The remote sometimes doesn't connect quite easily, and it has trouble pairing in between videos and music apps on the phone, and pairing can take a few times.
"...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
"...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
"...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
"...Not only does it sound great, but it's just so awesome to show off. If you're thrown off by the whole battery part, don't be...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the speakers. Some mention they like the wireless surround speakers, which are easily removed from the main unit. However, others say that the overall sound is not loud enough, Bluetooth lag at times, and Audio Sync starts at 0 and that the system's Bluetooth competes for bandwidth with the control channels.
"Pros:1. Easy to set up2. Truly wireless3. Amazing subwoofer - shakes the couch/houseCons:1...." Read more
"...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..." Read more
"...is a very acceptable no-nonsense setup IF the rear speakers wireless system was even remotely accurate...." Read more
"...Cons:Overall sound not loud enoughBluetooth lag at timesAudio Sync starts at 0 and doesn’t allow for negative adjustment..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the speakers. Some mention that the quality is excellent and the ease of the surround sound detachment makes this a great overall, while others say that the speakers synched with an odd crackle coming from the subwoofer, make loud scratching and popping sounds, and that the back speakers love to cut in and out.
"...Again though, over time there is a slight sag to the removable speakers but if you’re not going to wall mount the sound bar this is a non-issue." Read more
"...It's super easy to take the speakers apart and put them WHEREVER you want...." Read more
"...to JBL for replacement because it kept losing subwoofer sync and would crackle. The satellite speakers did the same thing...." Read more
"...The two detachable speakers are fine, not perfect but good enough to maintain my 5/5 rating for the $500 price tag...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the speakers. Some mention that the speakers hold a 10 hr charge, while others say that the rear speakers no longer hold.a charge. Some say that there are downsides and potentially fatal battery life issues on the satellite speakers. Overall, the opinions are mixed, and it's recommended to read the reviews carefully before making a purchase.
"...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
"...So, in short it’s good with some downsides and potentially fatal battery life issues on the satellite speakers (just look at the other reviews) and..." Read more
"...Not only do they last long enough for a party, BUT they do have micro usb inputs that you could use to keep them powered...." Read more
Customers are not happy with the quality of the speakers. They mention that the speakers are weak and often sound choppy. The remote feels cheap and is prone to breaking. Some customers also mention that one of the four feet was broken. Overall, some customers are disappointed with the damage and quality of this product.
"...Which is abnormally high. This tells me that there is a quality issue coming from the factory...." Read more
"...“renewed” bar came in a severely damaged box and the unit itself was also badly damaged with two of the subwoofer’s feet broken off, and a dent in..." 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
"...I only give it 4.5 stars is one, the remote is cheap, and feels like it is gonna break in my hand...." Read more
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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.
The system includes some hardware to hang your soundbar and also to hang your small rear speakers, which I thought was really cool.
Everything was literally plug-and-play. I powered on the soundbar, powered on the subwoofer and they both automatically communicated with each other and paired up without me doing anything else. My biggest complaint about the setup process was the difficulty I had trying to plug in the power cord into the back of the soundbar. The angle is very awkward, but I got it done.
There are four HDMI plugs in the back of the soundbar, one of them is labeled HDMI ARC. This is the one you're supposed to use with your TV (Took a while for me to figure that out). I'm also using an optical cable that is also plugged into the back of the soundbar and goes to the TV. Unfortunately, when you turn off the TV and go to turn everything back on, the soundbar defaults back to HDMI ARC, so I had to manually change the source on the soundbar back to OPT. The only fix I saw was to unplug the HDMI ARC and only leave the Optical cable plugged in. This seemed to do the job. Why would I need both sources anyhow? The reason I wanted to go with the Optical cable is because I heard a YouTuber mention that the HDMI signal was not as good for surround sound. In my opinion, the Optical cable sounded crisper. Which every cable you decide to use, just make sure you plug it all the way into the back of the soundbar. Mine looked like it was all the way in, but it wasn't. The other step you have to take is to go into your TV's sound settings and change the source of your sound from TV speakers to either HDMI sound or Optical.
For the calibration process, make sure your surround speakers are where you'll want them when you watch TV. Also, make sure your subwoofer is turned on. There is a small calibration speaker with a pin connection that comes in the box. This "calibration speaker" (my term for it) is used to calibrate your speaker's sound for an optimum surround sound experience OR to use as a starting point to then manually improve the settings on your own if you're so inclined. Here is another goof-up I did. Do NOT plug in the pin to the back of the soundbar. It will fit perfectly, but this is NOT where the calibration speaker goes. You'll find the pin connection on the end of the right side of the soundbar. It's hard to see, but it's there. Once I had the calibration speaker plugged in, I placed it in the center of my living room. Using the JBL remote control, press the "calibration" button (the remote labeled it "calibration") for three seconds. WARNING, do NOT do this at night when your family is asleep. My wife wasn't happy when I did my calibration at midnight and she was even less impressed that I was about four vodka and sodas in. Once the calibration starts, you'll hear each speaker individually make an ear-piercing static sound. The calibration only takes a few seconds, but definitely makes a difference with the surround sound performance. I unplugged the calibration speaker and stowed it away in the event I ever have to reset my setting or I decide to move my speakers to a different location.
Hope this helped.
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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.