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JBL - BAR 500 5.1ch Soundbar with Multibeam and Dolby Atmos - Black

Model:
JBLBAR500PROBLKAM
SKU:
6532530
Highly rated by customers for:
$449.99
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Comp. Value: $649.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars with 1229 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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90%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers recognize the BAR 500 5.1ch Soundbar for its impressive sound quality and powerful bass, making it a hit among sound enthusiasts. The soundbar is also praised for its ease of use and simple setup process, along with its Dolby Atmos feature. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues and occasional remote control unresponsiveness.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great Sound Quality

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased a Bose 600 but returned it as sound quality was not as desired. Purchased the JBL 5.1 and immediately noticed better sound quality than Bose. Even though the JBL had a defect in the front facing cover, still better value than Bose.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    JBL sound bar

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound quality is excellent. I went from an LG to JBL and really appreciate the range.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Setup, Sound quality

    Home Theater mMade Simple

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds awesome. Simple set up. Seamless integration with my Sony tv

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Lots of bass !!

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound is explosive and clear. Better than expected and a huge upgrade from my Sony soundbar. Do recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Rocks the house!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This thing literally rocks the house! We love it! Dialogue is very clear and also has Dolby Atmos for movie nights!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality
    Cons mentioned:
    Dolby atmos

    Not true atmos but good

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good sound advertised as Atmos it’s not true atmos no upwards firing speakers

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass, Sound quality

    Bang for the buck when on sale

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The sound and bass are great, I have no complaints!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Nice system but I have some dislikes as well

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds great, but I did have issues with syncing to other equipment. I do not love that you cannot have complete EQ control or see a menu to know what you are doing with the changes or selections.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    The only Sound Bar you need!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This system is all that you need if you are looking for an upgrade. I went from an old Sony 5.1 wired system and this one blows it out of the water. Looks great, easy to setup, sounds excellent with our without Dolby.. Great for tv watching as well as movies. For the price point, hands down the best sound bar!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great sound bar

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just picked this up for my family room. I am in love after only a few hours. Sound is incredible for streaming movies and music. I only wanted to have my windows rattle, and they be a rattlin’!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Sound Bar

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Needed a good sound bar to go with the new 75 inch TV we bought. Went to Best Buy to see about sound bars and listened to a couple and decided to do some research. This sound bar went on sale during Christmas and we decided to purchase it. The sound bar is the perfect fit and the surround sound is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great bang for the buck

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds great - like in a theater! Great price would highly recommend for the value.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    JBL speakers are lite

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This sound system is amazing. When I turn it on it sounds like I am in a movie theater. The calibration settings helps significantly with boosting the sound based on the size and sound surrounding as well. This is money well spent.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sounds amazing, is a little large but my husband loves it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Amazing sound system!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sound quality is amazing. Bass doesn’t do much when watching regular tv, but whenever a song or music is played on a program, you can really tell a difference.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great Sounds

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great quality, sound and price. Definitely worth recommending.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    JBL Bar 500 Sound Bar with Multibeam and Dolby Atm

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The JBL Bar 500 Soundbar with Multibeam and Dolby Atmos that I purchased at Best Buy has delivered the ultimate sound quality, and I give this system a "two thumbs up!" for its performance!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Like it alot

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had a great experience with this JBL unit here and I did use hdmi/arc t connect and they had better sound than WI-FI or optical for sure, the bass is just awsome

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sound quality

    Great sound at a reasonable price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Got this on sale and it is worth every penny. Easy to hook up with my new Samsung TV, and the sound is great. The simulated surround sound is amazing.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Bass

    Love our sound bar

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My family absolutely loves the sound bar… Especially the bass, when we watch movies or our football games. The music sounds like you are at an actual concert.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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