Customer Ratings & Reviews

I bought this soundbar to replace an old jbl cinema sb 400 that the pre amp voltage regulator died on. This is a 5.1 soundbar, but does virtual Dolby atmos and dts. The app is helpful , and is needed to fully get the most out of the bar. It can function as the remote too. The beam steering technology it comes with does a pretty good job of steering sound around my bedroom, making a convincing surround effect. As far as overhead virtual effects, they seem to be present sometimes, but you can only go so far without an actual height or up during drivers. My main system is a 7.3.2 Dolby atmos system, with 7 bed layer speakers, two height channels, and 3 subs. This soundbar can’t compete with that, especially with producing sounds behind and about you, but for what it is it does a very good job. The sub gives plenty of bass, matter of fact, I take it down from level 5 to 3 or 4 depending on what I’m watching, and that’s plenty without being too boomy and muddying the dialogue. I can hear sounds all the way to the side of my ears , 180 degree half bubble, and occasionally above me, but not pinpoint like a traditional system. I highly recommend it though for better then average surround sound and theater experience on a budget.

I recently picked up the JBL Bar 500 Mk2 and it has been a night and day improvement over my TV’s built-in audio. Setup was quick and painless using HDMI eARC, and within minutes the sound was fuller, louder, and far more immersive. The wireless subwoofer is a standout. It delivers deep, punchy bass that you can actually feel, especially during movies, sports, and music with strong low end. Dialogue stays clear even during busy action scenes, which is something my TV speakers struggled with. Dolby Atmos and MultiBeam do a great job creating a wide, room-filling soundstage. While it’s not the same as having dedicated rear speakers, the surround effect is convincing for a soundbar system at this price point. It also integrates smoothly with my TV remote, and the JBL app makes it easy to fine-tune settings. Overall, this soundbar offers excellent value for the price and is a massive upgrade for anyone wanting better sound without dealing with a full home theater setup. I would definitely recommend it.

Excellent! JBL, delivers, ease of use, sound quality, sub adds nice rich bass to the sound. If this is in your budget, look no further!

Fabulous so easy to set up love this speaker super clear great for game night movie night are party’s

Wow, was I amazed and stunned with the quality of this JBL sound bar system blew my socks off. watching movies has taken my experience to a whole new level easily comparable to watching a movie at a movie theater the 3-D all the way around surround sound with Dolby Atmos really gives you a complete surround sound and the bass from the sub phenomenal! Highly recommend this sound system being a 10 for sure you won’t be disappointed!

Great speaker! I can actually hear people speaking when watching movies or TV shows. Good balance, great sound. Easy to hook up. I used the eARC option.

It’s good, the only fault is that it keep disconnected from Bluetooth other than that a place very good

I purchased this set up after having a terrible experience with a Samsung soundar and have only had it 60 days but so it is great! Pro's Easy to set up Great sound Great bass response Pairs with tv remote easily for volume control Con's Cannot adjust anything through the remote-only the app App is a little quirky and not much adjustability Overall I am pleased with this set up and would recommend and buy again. Only bad thing was when I went to the local Best Buy store, the sales person that walked up to help me was wearing a Sony shirt and only wanted to discuss Sony products. When I asked him about other brands, he qould not discuss them and quickly switched back to Sony sales mode. I have been in sales all my life but you dont start the sales process at the top of line model, especially if you are told what a budget is. As i milled around looking at other brands by myself, another associate came over and gave me his honest opinion of the comparison of the Sony model to the JBL and said he'd recommend the JBL hands down. I bought it and very happy with it.

I was debating between this and a traditional home theater system with rear speakers for a 20 x 17 room. After looking at specs, talking to staff and comparing in-store, I went with this one. Kids love the deep rumble of the subwoofer, and the smart sound tech still gives surround sound coverage. I have no regrets! Music, games, and movies are all very immersive. This gets LOUD!!

I rarely ever post a review. So take it for what it’s worth. I appreciated reviews I’d read on this equipment. I had purchased another set that included rear speakers that were indicated as wireless which they were. However, each required being plugged in to work. I returned them. This was the next setup I tried. WOW! I can’t adequately describe the difference from the Sony setup I had. It had a center channel, two front and two rear wired speakers and decent woofer. All that was good but I’d become tired of all the wires. What’s nice too is that my TV is in the corner viewable from the dining room on the left of the “L” and great room on the right. Placing speakers was a challenge at best. There is a button to press on the remote for this equipment that causes the soundbar to calculate the shape of the viewing area. I know that it worked as the sound difference from out of the box to after that brief process was amazing. In every area you feel like the sound is for you only. I recommend this system to anyone who asks. I’ve heard others that I know were more expensive that don’t compare. When my 27 yr old son came over and saw that I had updated my sound system he questioned why. After he heard it, he kept saying he couldn’t believe it. So much better than his and what mine was. Also, while I don’t want to disturb my neighbors, higher volume doesn’t distort and you can feel the base, even at lower volumes. I am frequently amazed over the sound I was missing previously, even commercials! I wear hearing aids. Often have difficulty hearing voice over the so called background music, especially in movies. That was an important part of my decision to buy. Not disappointed about that either. SO MUCH BETTER!!! Like others, I am beyond satisfied.

Bought this for outside lanai TV the sound is great quality and loud enough to actually hear outside

This delivers. It’s loud and very clear. Delivers awesome bass. Hooks up to everything very easy.

The JBL Sound Bar installed and configured easily and worked seamlessly with a Samsung OLED Smart TV. The buttons on the sound bar remote are not all intuitive, but we got things set up the way we wanted in a relatively short time. I highly recommend this product.

I love this sound bar, amazing sound and bass. Best price ever and it’s worth the price.

The JBL BAR500MK2 delivers excellent sound quality with strong bass response. The Dolby Atmos adds a nice immersive effect, and the wireless subwoofer really fills the room without overpowering it. The only issue I’ve noticed is that the soundbar doesn’t always turn on automatically when the TV is powered on. It may just require tweaking a setting, but it’s worth mentioning. Other than that, this is a solid, high-quality product that I’m very happy with.

Great sound quality, deep bass and easy setup. Highly recommend

I am blown away by the sound quality of this soundbar, the sound is amazing and the setup was a breeze, I love it, no problem with the internet connection and installation, I highly recommend the JBL BAR 500!!!

Probably one of the best bang for buck soundbar setup. The base is powerful even in a large room like i have. I only use about 1/3 the power because it can easily get a little too loud. I would recommend at this price point

My first soundbar. I normally get the 5.1 surround setups but just needed something for the living room better than the TV speakers that don't play sports sounds well. You get what you pay for so I spent a little more then the cheapest. JBL always has sound up there with bose so I knew it would sound and perform well. Major difference in sound of course, like going from a small old radio to a movie theater. Some claim a surround sound effect from these but I don't hear it. Bass is good, has 5 levels and I keep it on 2 for daily listening. Go to 5 if you want to blast some music and shake the room. I've heard better but from more expensive and bigger speakers so again you get what you pay for. If anyone has connectivity issues they probably aren't using the ARC to ARC HDMI connection or their TV is too old, it connects just fine and can use my TV remote. You'll need the app or remote to switch to Bluetooth or adjust bass/treble.

I got the JBL MK500.2 when it was on sale for $499. Overall its definitely an improvement for the stock audio on my LG C3. The sound from the soundbar improves clarity along with highs and mids. The subwoofer is actually pretty big and gives deep sounding bass which i feel like is annoying my neighbors lol. With the JBL app, i am able to have the bass turned down all the way but it is still noticable. I could not see myself spending over $1500 for the Sonos arc ultra plus their subwoofer. I am very pleased for this setup for right now and have always been a fan of what JBL has to offer. Not the top of the line but nowhere near the worst. If it is on sale, i would definitely suggest picking it up.