Customer Ratings & Reviews

I don’t know where to begin. First of all this is an incredibly versatile and dynamic system. The detachable rear surround speakers are a game changer! They’re wireless and can be fully charged when attached back on the main unit soundbar. Depending on how much Dolby Atmos content you watch you may need to charge it each night before you go to bed or it may last 2-3 days before you need to charge. I know JBL states that the wireless speakers last for 10 hours but at least in my personal experience it feels closer to 12-14. It really depends on how home theater content you watch during the day and by home theater I mean specifically Dolby Atmos content. Before I bought this system I thought having to charge the speakers each night before bed would be a pain. But it is quite the opposite. It’s actually painless and fun to charge and to attach or detach them from the main unit. It sounds like it would be cumbersome but trust me when you actually do it you realize how much of a breeze and easy it is to do! The soundstage this thing produces is amazing! It has transformed my living room into a movie theater! The base is boomy and powerful but not too overwhelming and dialogue comes through perfect! Gaming is also out of this world! Just Buy it. Now!

The JBl Bar1300MK2 is AMAZING! The previous (Yamaha) soundbar I was using was great, but this JBL soundbar system truly makes you feel like you are in the movie or in a theater. The detachable speakers add so much depth and immersion while watching movies/shows. I have only had to turn it up to about 15-17 and it rocks. There have even been a few times when I was startled (in a fun way) by sound effects that felt as if they came from behind me. The bass is thunderous, but clear and crisp, yet subtle when it needs to be. Setup was as easy as plugging it in and downloading the app. I like that you can make adjustments to the sound settings for each of the speakers in the app. Watching movies at home has now gone up to a whole new level with this system!

The best surround system I've heard so far. I have a large room & this fits the bill perfectly. I love that the surround speakers detach from the main unit & are truly wireless. All you need is any usb-c cable for charging or attach them back to the main unit overnight. It also tells you what format youre listening to, whether it be surround or atmos, not just a color change on the unit. The surround speakers can also be used as Bluetooth speakers anywhere you want to listen to music. Too many pros & no cons so far.

Better than I expected! The Atmos effects make the sound feel it is above and all around you. I tried several different bars before this one and this has better drivers that fire in all directions to create a whole room soundscape.

I’ve owned a few JBL soundbars and speakers in the past but never anything of this size or caliber. I was quite shocked when I got the box and saw how large it was. I wasn't expecting such a large sized bar and subwoofer. This changed my expectation of this soundbar from being able to fill a medium room with sound to being capable of filling a larger room with sound. Setup was extremely easy and straightforward. Unbox, read the included quick setup instructions, cable everything up, connect the app, and I was up and running. The two surround speakers did need to charge a bit but that was to be expected. I really appreciate features like automatic room calibration that tunes the soundbar to the space you are in. It makes setup very quick and easy. It also is a great starting point for sound adjustments. I was content with the way it sounded following the calibration so that is how it is currently set up. The detachable surrounds are a treat. Especially if you are into Dolby Atmos. Being able to detach and wirelessly run these surrounds in a Dolby Atmos setting is very convenient. My wife doesn't like to have speakers on the end tables so this gives me the ability to detach them when I want to use them, enjoy the surround experience and then put them back on the soundbar when I am finished. This is a feature people with similar dilemmas as mine would seek out in a sound bar system so I applaud JBL for the design choice. This also provides versatility with being able to bring the speaker into a different room to continue listening to the song/podcast/movie you are listening to. They also double as bluetooth speakers as well. The versatility of this system is fantastic. The soundbar also has the perfect number of I/O ports for connectivity including 3 HDMI ports with 4k Dolby Vision passthrough as well as an HDMI eARC output. The sound quality is fantastic and as I said above can absolutely fill a large room. The total system output is 1570 Watts with a dedicated 12” wireless subwoofer. It is an absolute soundstage with the 11.1.4 setup. It includes 6 up-firing drivers to handle overhead Dolby Atmos and DTS:X effects. The PureVoice 2.0 improves upon the previous technology and provides great dialogue clarity during loud scenes. It also features MultiBeam 3.0 technology for better spatial audio processing. The subwoofer provides an amazing level of bass output that is controlled and not overpowering. I was a little nervous because I have it in a medium size open concept area but it provides a perfect amount of output and is very controllable according to the levels I want. This soundbar is a star and stands out in a very competitive market against top tier brands with top tier price tags. I have both Sonos gear as well as this JBL soundbar and in my main room, I prefer the JBL over the Sonos. I really enjoy the soundbar and would highly recommend it. Its stylish and sounds great!

The JBL Bar 1300X MK2 11.1.4 channel soundbar with subwoofer is an audio upgrade that my home much needed. This is a very simple to unbox and set up for convenience. The Dolby Atmos and DTS:X experience offered by this soundbar package is fantastic. No extra gear is needed, as this is simply a plug and play system. In the box you get the main soundbar with detachable left and detachable right wireless surround sound speakers. There is also a 12 inch wireless subwoofer that simply needs to plug into a power outlet. The power cords, a remote, an HDMI cable, and wall-mounting brackets are included if you decide to go that route. One nice feature of the detachable surround sound speakers is that you can use them as Bluetooth speakers to take with you in another room of the house if you so choose to. It's like getting a full surround system soundbar, and then also having the flexibility of portable speakers in other locations of your home. The soundbar and subwoofer design looks upscale, classy, modern, and appropriate for any setting. Connectivity includes Bluetooth 5.3, HDMI eARC, 4K HDR and Dolby Vision passthrough, 4 total HDMI ports, an optical audio port, a hardwired Ethernet port, and a USB service port. The system works very efficiently with modern television sets, bringing shows, music, movies, and entertainment to life with richer sound than my previous soundbars could deliver. Regarding audio and sound quality, I'm very impressed. The Dolby Atmos soundstage feels so encompassing all around me. I can feel and hear the sound move through the room with precision when I'm watching the appropriate 4K content. The overhead audio feels incredible in my living room space; I hear small and large sounds from front, side, back, and above my seated position. This subwoofer delivers deep bass that powers loud, explosive scenes in movies and music. I feel as if this soundbar can do everything in a fairly compact format. The subwoofer delivers deep thunderous sound, and the soundbar delivers crisp, precise audio in all the content I've watched. The detachable speakers are a fantastic touch because they don't require wires and dock right back onto the main body of the soundbar to charge up. The system delivers gigantic room filling audio with a minimal footprint.

So I have had this for about a week now and honestly im still kind of blown away by it. i upgraded from a basic soundbar and yeah this is on a completely different level. the first movie i watched with it i literally paused it just to be like “what was that sound??” because it felt like stuff was actually happening around me, not just in front of me. The biggest thing is the surround sound. those detachable speakers are actually really cool, like you can put them behind you and it legit feels like a full home theater setup without running wires everywhere. it supports dolby atmos and all that and you can tell, the sound kinda moves around the room which is wild. explosions sound huge, but even small details like footsteps or rain are way more noticeable. Bass is also kinda crazy. the subwoofer hits hard, like i had to turn it down a bit because it was shaking stuff on my shelf lol. its not just loud either, it actually sounds clean and not muddy. dialogue is clear too which i was worried about with something this powerful, but voices still come through nice and easy to understand. The setup was easier than i expected. i thought something this big and expensive would be annoying but it was mostly plug and play. it also connects to bluetooth and stuff so i have been using it for music too and yeah it sounds great for that as well. only small thing is its big, like you need some space for it. but i mean you kinda expect that. Overall, I am honestly really impressed. It feels like you are getting a full theater experience at home without all the hassle. if you watch a lot of movies or play games this thing is 100% worth it imo.

JBL BAR 1300X Mk2 I have long wanted the JBL BAR 1300x (mark 1) since it’s release in 2023, but instead opted for then Samsung top of the soundbar line near $2k Q-990C. I felt the original JBL was a bit boom at the impact of voice dialog. The performance I felt then on the Samsung was a step above with slightly larger surround speakers while sacrificing bass quality that I knew was a serious JBL strength. Boy was I missing out, not that the Samsung isn’t great in its own right, but because the overall impact of this new 1300X mark 2 is head and shoulders above the Samsung Q-990C. Best sound bar I’ve ever heard, rivals a full Dolby Digital 7.2.4 system in another room. Giant shipping box, largely bc package box is not rectangular, but includes a square section for the sub and separate long narrow piece for the sound bar panels. I was Concerned bc outer box was dented but internal contents perfectly solid and compact. No issues there. Setting the JbL Sub next to Samsung Q990-C sub the latter looks like a toy while JBL looks like a tank. Size comparison not close, expecting performance to match or exceed based on hefty weight compared to Samsung. Both subs are ported [look up and compare port frequencies] Now the new JBL sound quality provides is far far superior. Watching NCAA March Madness, it literally makes the room feel and sound much larger than reality. Dialog is super clear and basketball sneakers are crisp and clear. Out of the box sounded decent but the real magic was apparent after a couple minutes of JBL One app calibration, could not be easier. I did have one issue that is frustrating though, that is when watching Apple TV the sound randomly mutes itself, requiring the JBL remote to turn off / on to resolve, or at times exit the program on Apple TV and re-establish the HDMI handshake. I called JBL support and they have some suggestions that resolved the issue, it was in Apple TV HDMI audio-continuity. The addition of 60-day Roon is also a really nice touch to an already FABULOUS Product. Needless to say, the Samsung Q990C is now relegated to a bed room TV. PROS +11.1.4 Dolby Atmos/DTS X +super simple 15 min setup +exceptional performance +snappy JBL One app +excellent auto calibration +app also handles Spotify +12-inch powered sub is a MONSTER +multibeam technology, + clear voice +detachable wireless surround speakers +docking to sound bar for battery charging +surround speakers can also act as bluetooth stereo pair (Unique feature) +3 HDMI source inputs plus eArc, and optical input +Roon subscription 60-day trial CONS -issue with Apple TV audio dropouts (requires power on) -no HDMI 2.1 ports (only 2.0) -No 4k/120 Hz passthrough (60hz limit) -Lacks the ability to add another pair of surround speakers -weight 35 pound subwoofer and 20 pound soundbar (a good thing) CONCLUSION I did not directly compare with the Samsung Q990-F (new model) nor Sonos Arc Ultra, but after using this JBL Bar 1300x Mk2 for a few weeks, I have no qualms nor reason to. The JBL just seems so refined from the 2023 mark 1 that it’s not a fair comparison. The bass is tight and anchors audio where it is intended to be. The stereo separation and height effect is SUPER IMMERSIVE, side, top, wrap around, that even my wife who’s not discerning noticed the immediate impact, so we can now watch more movies and shows on this system instead of the dedicated home theater. Recommendation : STRONG BUY

I’ve spent some time with the updated version of the JBL 1300 series soundbar, and once again, I’m blown away. I upgraded from the previous model, and while both are excellent, the BAR1300MK2 brings some clear improvements that really stand out. The sound is incredible. It hits all the highs, mids, and booming lows. And when I say booming, I mean it. The entire range is crisp and clean. One thing I noticed right away is how well it balances volume. You don’t get those moments where dialogue is too quiet and action scenes are overwhelming. Everything feels properly leveled. The detachable surround speakers are one of my favorite features. Being able to pop them off and place them behind you creates a seriously immersive experience. Watching sports feels like you are in the crowd, and movies come alive with sound that moves naturally around you. You can hear effects travel from behind to the front and across the room. It’s awesome. You can dock the rear speakers back onto the soundbar to charge them, but I gave each one a USB-C wall charger so they are always ready to go. Set it and forget it. Setup was quick and actually fun. To get the most out of it, I highly recommend downloading the JBL One app. It connects easily and walks you through everything step by step with clear visuals. The calibration feature sends out sound pulses to map your room and optimize the audio, and it works really well. I was up and running in under 10 minutes. The app adds a ton of value. You can check battery levels for the detachable speakers, adjust EQ settings, use it as a remote, control music, and more. It makes the whole experience seamless. There isn’t one bad thing I can say about this soundbar. The LED display is easy to read from across the room and turns off after use, so there are no distracting lights. The included remote looks a bit basic, but it has everything you need. That said, it synced right up with my TV remote, so I rarely even use it. Another great touch is that it comes with mounting brackets for both the soundbar and the detachable speakers. They really thought of everything. It feels like a complete, ready-to-go setup right out of the box. Honestly, I have nothing negative to say about this soundbar. Watching movies with it is incredible. Action scenes feel intense and immersive, and the subwoofer adds a level of depth that pulls you right in. There were multiple moments where my wife and I looked at each other with wide eyes like, “Did you just hear that?” It’s that good. I highly recommend the BAR1300MK2 over the previous 1300X. Both are great, but the MK2 takes it to another level. Absolutely loving this soundbar!

If you are looking for a soundbar that will turn your home into a mini movie theater, the JBL Bar 1300MK2 is the one for you. A few years back, I had the opportunity to test out the Bar 9.1 and back then the Bar 9.1 sounded amazing with similar features such as the detachable speakers. The new Bar 1300 MK2 even blew its own predecessor out of the water. The Bar1300 isn’t your typical soundbar, it’s a full 11.1.4 channel surround sound system detachable rear speakers, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and a gigantic subwoofer. So, lets go over what the Bar 1300MK2 has to offer. Design and Build: Right out of the box the Bar 1300 feels premium. The soundbar weighs about 19 pounds and measures about 55.3 inches wide, 2.5 inches in height, and 5.4 inches in depth. The included subwoofer weighs about 34 pounds, 10.9 inches in height, 12.4 inches in width, and 10.8 in depth. The soundbar feature 8x (50x75mm) racetrack drivers, 7x 1" (25mm) tweeters, 4x 3" (75mm) up-firing full-range drivers offering a combined output power of 950W. The surround sound speakers offer 2x (50x90mm) racetrack drivers, 1x 2" (50mm) full-range drivers, 1x 3" (75mm) up-firing full-range drivers with a combined output of 2 x 160W. The subwoofer offers a 12” driver with 300W of power with total combined output of 1570W of raw entertainment. One of best features of this soundbar system is the detachable surround sound speakers that can be literally placed anywhere you like with a charge up to 10 hours and recharge when placed back on the soundbar. The speakers also double as portable Bluetooth speakers for your listening pleasure. Setup and Connectivity: The setup on this soundbar was a breeze. You plug in the soundbar, connect the detachable speakers and also plug in the massive subwoofer. Once everything is connected, download the JBL One app. The app will detect the correct system and perform any necessary updates and adjust the EQ/Surround sound settings and you are ready to enjoy the new JBL MK1300 and believe me your will really enjoy this soundbar. The Bar1300 offers various connectivity options: HDMI eARC output 3 HDMI Inputs WIFI and Bluetooth Experience: My experience with the Bar1300 was truly magical. The 11.1.4 Channel configuration brings everything to life. The front, side, height and rear channels create an amazing 3D experience whether is watching a movie or enjoying your favorite music, the sound and the music just surrounds you to bring you into a truly amazing experience. The sub is a monster. Explosions hit hard, sci fi engines rumble, and big action scenes feel huge. Out of the box, the bass can be a bit too much in smaller rooms, but you can dial it back. Once you balance it, you get a really fun, cinematic sound that’s easy to enjoy. Dialogue are handled well, too. Voices stay intelligible even when everything else gets crazy thanks to JBL’s updated Pure Voice technology. I tested the Bar 1300 alongside my current soundbar setup and there was a significant difference between the two. The Bar1300 was just more immersive, offering a richer and fuller 3D experience with an explosive and punchy bass. My current setup did not stand a chance against this beast. Concluison: All in all, the JBL Bar1300 MK2 isn’t just another soundbar—it’s a full home theater packed into one sleek system. The detachable rear speakers and chest-thumping bass make movie nights and gaming sessions feel truly cinematic, while Dolby Atmos and DTS:X pull you right into the action. If you want a powerful, wireless, and ridiculously immersive setup without the hassle of cables everywhere, this one’s hard to beat.

I'm no audiophile, but this JBL BAR1300MK2 soundbar setup is legitimately the best home sound system I have ever heard in someone's house, and it's in MINE. The clever side speakers are a top feature for me, just charge them with the bar when not using, then grab and mount to the wall for epic surround during movies. The subwoofer is easily bigger (not taller, but way more volume) vs my 4 year old daughter, and it's rated for 300w by itself! It just flat out RUMBLES my whole house, even though it's in the basement and we have 2 above ground stories. Movies and shows are so much more immersive even though I had a decent soundbar/subwoofer combo. eARC makes attaching to a new TV extremely easy, and it connected to the sub right away after an update. I was expecting a bit more setup, but it was quite easy. Plus, it includes the mounting hardware needed to wall mount the speakers and main bar! (it has 3 HDMI in, so it has plenty of input for multiple devices, without using up the connections to your TV if needed) JBL has a winner with the BAR1300MK2 11.1.4 system!

As for soundbars, I’m mixed on their prevalence, nothing will truly replace a full Dolby Atmos receiver or amp-based system, especially with additional spatial speaker components. However, for an apartment type situation or where the use case merits “soundbar” you can’t do much better than the JBL Bar 1300XMK2. Thia setup includes a 12-inch subwoofer with a 300-watt output, enclosed in a black box that looks frankly like a smooth-edged end table. So, let’s go through the composition of this system and break it down: main soundbar 950 watts and substantial, the end sections of the main soundbar can be detached as rear surround speakers, independent via Bluetooth with mono output on each *OR* act in tandem as a stereo setup. The detachable speaker setup is brilliant and works well in the various modes mentioned as well as a broadcast mode, which extends TV sourced sound to wherever you want to place the detachable speakers. This feature is great for TV sports sound casting. As I referenced previously, the subwoofer is sizeable and punchy without much distortion or baffling anomalies. A standalone remote is included and is handy to access advanced modes. How does this perform, you ask ? We watched a recent Guy Ritchie release “Fountain of Youth” with John Krasinski. The opening car scene reverberated throughout my room. I detached the surround speakers and placed them behind us at the edges of the room. Under challenging conditions (large open floor plan) the Atmos driven sound field was impressive, tire screeches and V8 vroom emanated from the subwoofer. The JBL Bar 1300XMK2 11.1.4 setup delivered an immersive experience for a relatively painless setup process. As for the setup, the JBL One app can walk you through the setup process, which includes soundbar setup, subwoofer connection and any applicable firmware updates (of which one prompted me in the app to download and apply). Once the system is in place, detaching the speakers and calibrating using the microphones in your smartphone was painless. I was up and running within 30 minutes. The only issues I encountered is the surround speakers should remain attached to the main soundbar prior to setup charging overnight before setup. Also using the surrounds as a standalone speaker or both as a stereo set was difficult, I had issues pairing as a set, they both wanted to pair individually. Once I straightened the connections out, I tested the stereo setup, the beauty of two wireless battery powered speakers are placement and separation. Given these features placement almost became an art. Standalone or in a stereo setup I found the speakers more than capable. JBL also provides end caps to fully round out each speaker (and to protect the charging contacts). Overall, this was the most impressive sound bar experiences to date, even surpassing my current Sony Theater 8 Bravia setup (where I had to purchase the subwoofer separately). Both are Dolby Atmos capable, however the flexibility of removable/dockable speakers really added to new heights in soundbar evolution. >>> Pros >> Power full and loud with 1570 watt total system output at 1% Total Harmonic Distortion >> Dolby Atmos and DTS X capable >> flexibility with docking speakers for surround field or standalone use >> Broadcasting TV audio output, AirPlay 2, Google Cast and Spotify connect >> remote with most functions >> a plethora of I/O options including three HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI ARC, 10/100 Mbps LAN port, USB media playback and Wi-Fi 2.4 and 5ghz >> HDR10+ and Dolby Vision passthrough >> <<< Cons << needs an Apple Music app that can pass Dolby Atmos << dynamic range is good but tails off at higher volumes << not compact, especially the subwoofer (this is also a plus).

I’ve been thinking for years about upgrading my home theater audio. My old system is a 10-15 yr old ‘theater in a box’, a receiver with wired 5.1 separate speakers. I’ve been hesitant to upgrade because if you ask any audiophile, they will tell you a sound bar will never give you the front stage that separate speakers do. Well, I’m here to tell you that is not always true, there are exceptions to every rule. Our ‘home theater’, i.e. our living room, is not an ideal space for any sound system or theater. We essentially have a great room that contains the living room, dining, kitchen and entry all in one room. A 85” tv hangs on the living room area wall, with our seating area about 15’ away. The wall to the left is about 7’ from the center line of the TV and the wall to the right is 18’ feet away. The ceiling is also vaulted, from left to right, with the peak about 8’ to the right of the TV centerline. Just trying to paint a picture so you realize this is not an optimal setup, but we work with what we have. On to the good stuff. The JBL BAR1300mk2 is a beast, the box it showed up in is huge and heavy. You might want to have 2 people available for the unboxing. My outer box was smashed up a little bit with tape falling off, but parts contained in the inner JBL box were packed well and came out fine and undamaged. Setup was quick and simple. I set the JBL bar on the media console under our tv, attached the wireless surround speakers on each end of the BAR1300mk2, plugged in the power cable and plugged in an HDMI cable from my TV EARC to the JBL EARC. The subwoofer is wireless but uses its own power cable. I set that off to the side of our media console and plugged it into the outlet. All the wireless speakers were pre paired. Next up was to install the JBL One app on my android phone and run it. The app will step you through connecting to the JBL BAR, setting up the wifi, and running the calibration. I did have a little trouble getting the app to connect to the bar at first, but after a couple tries it worked. During setup and calibration I removed the wireless surrounds and placed them on our couch seats and then behind the couch on either side as shown in the directions. Now that everything is installed and powered up it is finally time to hear this beast. I pulled up some dolby surround tests online and played them. Quite frankly I was blown away from the start. I played through many test clips, parts of movies, and anything I could find as a test, and I couldn’t find/hear anything bad. I would shut my eyes, play a test, point my finger at where I was hearing the sound come from, open my eyes and I was not pointing at the speakers on the JBL bar, I was pointing at where my old separate left and right speakers were still hanging to the side of the TV. The front sound stage is wider than the bar, even though my setup isn’t ideal. I even reconnected the old system and did some back to back testing, and again was literally blown away. If I were to describe the difference in one sentence: The old system is lifeless and muddy while the JBL BAR1300mk2 is crisp, clear, vibrant and articulate. Another relevant comparison that I’ve noticed. On our previous system, while watching movies or even some TV shows, my wife or myself always have the remote in hand turning the volume up during dialog so we could hear and understand the words without having to turn on closed captions, and turning it down during the loud action scenes. After watching a few movies and shows now with the JBL, I don't think I’ve caught myself or my wife touching the remote during the movie. I’m not sure if this is part of the Pure Voice available as an option in the app, or if it's from the system as a whole being so clear and articulate. Either way it’s awesome. On a side note, while I was playing a test track with rain/storm/thunder, the JBL sub hit with the thunder and my wife actually giggled. As a whole the entire system is awesome, I haven’t changed anything yet from the initial setup/calibration. The eq is still flat, rear volume is set to default or wherever the calibration put it. The PureVoice5 is on as set from default. Bass level set to default. No part of the audio spectrum is overbearing, the sub will hit hard and low so you can feel it in your chest when needed or rumble unobtrusively as the audio engineers mixed. The surrounds are there and fill in, but don't just give you loud ‘noises’ right behind your head. The entire sound stage/bubble/area is filled in, you feel like you are sitting in the sound bubble in the movie, and not just listening to speakers near the TV. Even with my non optimal setup, the sound truly turns 3 dimensional. I wish I hadn’t waited so long to upgrade and try a sound bar as a replacement to my old separate 5.1 system, but the JBL BAR1300mk2 was well worth the wait. 5 stars all day long for JBL.

Overall, this is a great soundbar. Easy to setup, tuning is fast, and the fit and finish is superb. The wireless rear speakers install instantly, and the batteries last a decent amount. I have them connected with USB-C cables and they work flawless without having to worry about charging them. This is not going to replace dedicated speakers but for the price, these kick butt. The subwoofer does take up a lot of space so just be aware of that if you're putting this thing in a small living room or bedroom. The app for JBL actually works. It's easy to use unlike Bose which this replaced. Overall, awesome speaker setup.

A home theater system is not complete without a soundbar. I recently received a brand new TV with "premium speakers." While those speakers were solid, they still fell short. I know they fell short because I connected the JBL - Bar1300MK2, and it was a huge difference. This soundbar provides true premium sound, with a couple of added bonuses. The JBL - BAR1300MK2 comes with mounting equipment, but I preferred to sit it on my entertainment center. Once connected I was good to go. The JBL sound bar has 3 HDMI 2.1 ports, so connecting other devices via the soundbar was simple. Once it was connected, I was blown away. The audio on my 4k Blurays sound night and day from the TV speakers, making it a true home theater experience. Bouncing back and forth between the JBL Bar1300MK2 and my TV speakers, I could notice the differences. JBL markets a "PureVoice 2.0" feature, which boosts dialogue making conversations more audible...in testing, the difference was clear. While the speakers do a great job of assisting with dialogue, they still boom with bass as well in a way previous sound systems of mine have not. Movie watching is no longer movie watching without my JBL - Bar1300MK2. One thing I really enjoyed about this product is the dual functionality of the left and right surround sound speakers. Connected or disconnected they assist with directional audio, however, disconnected they also double as Bluetooth speakers connectable to any other device with Bluetooth. They're great for audio when connected to the TV, I wake up in the morning, I disconnect one and take it with me to placing it near my shower to listen to podcasts as a wireless speaker. Not something I was planning with a new soundbar, but a definite added bonus. The JBL - BAR1300MK2 is a solid sound system , combined with a great TV set you have an awesome home theater experience. Stepping away from the TV the JBL soundbar system also provides you two great Bluetooth speakers as an added bonus. With that being said, I'd strongly recommend this system to anyone looking to step up their audio setup.

I recently purchased this JBL soundbar system and have been very impressed with the overall performance. The sound quality is crisp and powerful, with deep bass that adds a true theater feel to movies and music. Dialogue comes through clearly, even at lower volumes, and the wireless subwoofer gives the system a rich, immersive sound. Setup was quick and simple, and the sleek design looks great in the room. Overall, JBL delivered a soundbar system that offers excellent value, premium sound, and a great home entertainment experience.

With the space in our home, I wanted to be able to have a premium surround sound without having cords showing. This is one of the only true wireless rear speaker surround systems I could find. It is a decent chunk of change, but you definitely get what you pay for. The sound is powerful, and the quality is pure. The tech used changes the playback based on what you are watching or listening to. The ability to play music over airplay changes the audio to Spatial Audio which makes the sound quality of the music even better. It truly is an immersive experience. When watching tv or action movies, the system recognizes and adjusts to make speech audible rather than being drowned out by all of the background noise. The rear speakers dock onto the main bar for charging and the charge lasts for several hrs before needing to “dock” them for charging. The sub is powerful and gives you a theater-like feel to action movies. I could go on, but after waiting for about a month to review, I am very pleased with my purchase and would 100% purchase if faced with the decision again.

Just picked this up on sale to replace my Bar1000mk1. I have a huge living room with high ceilings and wasn't getting the Atmos effects I expected. While the Bar1300mk2 was noticeably louder, the Atmos was still underwhelming. That is until I found a tip on Reddit.....don't calibrate!! I reset to factory settings and put it in manual movie mode and WHOA this baby came to life. All of a sudden the rears were so involved in the room that I would get startled from various affects coming from them. Made all the difference in the world. Calibration is probably fine for smaller rooms or low ceilings but keep this tip in mind if you are less than impressed after calibrating. As for music, this thing has the raw power to blow you away. Detach the rears and create a concert hall. Have only streamed Apple Music so far but it was VERY impressive in a large space. I dont find the bass overwhelming like some reviews. Seems perfectly fine at 4 or even 5. Walls aren't shaking but it isn't missing from the mix either.

The soud bar looks and sounds great. Not a fan of the look or size of the sub, though. Would prefer to have two eights (one passive) design. The wireless surrounds work great. Had originally bought the sennheiser ambeo plus, but like the jbl system better. I had wanted the Sennheiser becasue i coild add my own sub and it had analog RCA input. The JBL switches inputs easier than the sennheiser

Coming from the Bar 9.1 I had attempted to upgrade to some other systems over the years but nothing compared. This has all the improvements you could ask for. It has better separation and detail. The rears are fuller sounding and blend in better. The sub blends better with everything. Not as in your face as the 9.1 but actually has more power when you need it. The detail though is what i really noticed. Small things like drop keys or quite scenes with far off noises are audible and catch your attention.