Home audio systems can truly enhance the experience you have, whether it is watching movies or listening to music. Recently we covered the Polk Audio MagniFi Max AX SR 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos system that is at a very good price of just $769. If you already have a soundbar or floorstanders or bookshelf speakers and want to add bass, then Klipsch has a couple of great deals on its 12-inch and 8-inch subwoofers.
Meanwhile JBL is also joining the party with its own offerings as the company"s Bar 700MK2 7.1 and MK2 2.1 systems have hit all-time low prices (purchase links under the specs table down below).
Between the two, the Bar 700MK2 7.1 is clearly built with a cinema-first approach. You’re getting a true multi-channel layout with detachable battery-powered wireless surround speakers. Unlike soundbars that rely on digital processing to simulate surround, this one uses physically separate drivers placed around the room, so spatial effects feel more real. And this will also enhance the soundstage when listening to stereo content.
JBL also includes a dedicated wireless 10-inch subwoofer on the 700MK2 that should deliver deep, room-filling bass. The company claims the sub goes down to 35 Hz before rolling off steeply. The 2.1 MK2 also comes with a wireless subwoofer, though this one is smaller at 6.5 inches. As such, JBL says it is able to hit closer to 40 Hz.
The technical specifications of the JBL Bar 700MK2 7.1 and MK2 2.1 are given in the table below:
| Specification | JBL Bar 700MK2 (7.1) | JBL Bar 2.1 MK2 (2.1) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Power Output | 780W (Max @ THD 1%) | 300W (Max @ THD 1%) |
| Soundbar Output Power | 400W | 2 × 50W |
| Surround Speaker Power | 2 × 40W | Not applicable |
| Subwoofer Power | 300W | 200W |
| Soundbar Drivers | 6 × racetrack drivers (44×80mm), 2 × 1" tweeters | 4 × racetrack drivers + 2 × 1" tweeters |
| Surround Drivers | 2 × racetrack drivers (44×90mm) | Not applicable |
| Subwoofer Driver | 10" (260mm) | 6.5" |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz – 20kHz (-6dB) | 40Hz – 20kHz (-10dB(?)) |
| Audio Inputs | Optical, Bluetooth, USB | Optical, Bluetooth, USB |
| HDMI | HDMI eARC with 4K Dolby Vision passthrough | 1 HDMI input + 1 HDMI ARC output (v1.4) |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.5 | A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.5 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4GHz/5GHz) | No |
| Battery (Surround Speakers) | 3.635V, 3283mAh (detachable speakers) | Not applicable |
| Wireless Features | Wi-Fi, AirPlay, Chromecast, Spotify Connect, etc. | Bluetooth only |
Get them at the links below:
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JBL Bar 700MK2-7.1 Channel soundbar System with wireless subwoofer, Detachable Speakers and Dolby Atmos: $617.45 (Sold and Shipped by Amazon US)
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JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2) - 2.1 Channel soundbar with Wireless subwoofer: $239.00 (Sold and Shipped by Amazon US)
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