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JBL
JBL Bar 1000MK2
Value for Money & design
7.5/ 10
7.5
0.010.0
A 7.5 puts its value for money in the top half of speakers we've measured.
Measured on 77 of the 469 we've cataloged.
9/ 10
Design9
0.010.0
A 9 puts its design in the top 10% of speakers we've measured.
Measured on 77 of the 469 we've cataloged.
Key specs
Channels
7.1.4217%2.114%5.113%7.1.42%
7.1.4 appears on 2% of the 127 soundbars we've cataloged (of 131).
HDMI Earc
YesMost commonTrue89%False11%
True is the most common — on 89% of the 120 soundbars we've cataloged (of 131).
Surround Sound Format
Most commonDolby atmos31%Dts:x17%Dts virtual:x14%Dolby digital12%
Dolby atmos is the most common — on 31% of the 248 soundbars we've cataloged (of 131).
Expandable System
YesMost commonTrue80%False20%
True is the most common — on 80% of the 111 soundbars we've cataloged (of 131).
Sound
- Channels
- 7.1.4
- Surround Sound Format
- Dolby Atmos, DTS:X
- Amplification
- Active (powered)
- Driver Count
- 13
- Dialogue Enhancement
- Yes
- Night Mode
- Yes
- Room Calibration
- Yes
- Included Subwoofer
- Wireless
- Total Power Output
- 960 W
- Up Firing Drivers
- 2
Connectivity
- HDMI Earc
- Yes
- Connection Type
- Hdmi-arc, hdmi, optical, usb, ethernet, wifi, bluetooth
- Bluetooth Version
- 5.3
- Multi Speaker Chain
- No
- Optical
- Yes
- Stereo Pairing
- No
- HDMI Input Count
- 3
Design
- Expandable System
- Yes
- Color Options
- Black
- Dimensions Depth
- 128 mm
- Dimensions Height
- 52 mm
- Dimensions Width
- 854 mm
- Carry Strap
- No
- Is Portable
- No
- Mounting Type
- Bookshelf/tabletop, wall-mount
- Power Source
- AC mains
- Weight
- 5500 g
Battery
- Battery Life Wireless
- 10 h
- Capacity
- 6600 mAh
Features
- Companion App
- IOS + Android
- Speakerphone
- No
- Voice Assistant Support
- Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant
Identity
- Model Number
- JBLBAR1000M2BLKAM
Release
- Date
- 2025-06
- Year
- 2025
SoundGuys review
Read the full review ›Connectivity8.5
Design9.0
Features8.5
Value7.5
The verdict
The JBL Bar 1000MK2 is one of the most versatile home theater systems available. Whether you’re working with a small living room or a full media setup, it adapts easily with wireless, detachable rear speakers, solid connection options, and plenty of power. It’s a great way to elevate your movie-watching or music-listening experience without the hassle of a complicated install.
✓What we like
✓Detachable rear speakers
✓Dolby Atmos and DTS:X
✓Sound quality
✓Connection options
✕What could be better
✕Rear speakers could be louder
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