JBL Bar 1300X 1170W 11.1.4-Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar System

The JBL Bar 1300X is great for mixed usage. This 11.1.4 soundbar is suitable for lots of different audio content, from music to movies to TV shows. With its discrete center channel, dialogue is clear and present in the mix, and its large subwoofer is great for feeling the rumble in bass-heavy music.

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  Room correction tool., Extended low-bass., Dolby Atmos support., Truly wireless satellites.

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  No HDMI 2.1 support.

For all its flaws when used as a music playback device, there’s no denying that the JBL Bar 1300X excels with action movies and more aggressively mixed streaming series. Its bass output is staggering, and the system truly fills a mid-sized room with immersive, expansive sound, even if only two...

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  Insanely deep and powerful bass, Plenty of HDMI inputs, Expansive, room-filling sound

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  Not great for stereo music, Configuration settings are limited, The remote is frustratingly enigmatic

The JBL Bar 1300 is relatively inexpensive, but that doesn't stop it from delivering extremely potent and hard-hitting home cinema sound.

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  JBL delivers a big, dynamic soundstage with punchy deep bass and convincing surround effect. Plus, great connectivity and fully wireless rear speakers.

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  Depending on whether the rear speakers are included in the system, this soundbar can be a bit bulky.

This feature-packed and impressive soundbar delivers Dolby Atmos and DTS:X object-based sound with cinematic scale and plenty of bass thanks to a powerful subwoofer. There’s sophisticated room correction that helps make setup easier, but it’s the detachable rear speakers that really impress,...

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  Incredibly immersive sonic experience, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, Deep but controlled bass, Easy to setup and flexible

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  No 4K/120Hz and VRR passthrough, No HDR10+ passthrough

There’s always a tension in the premium soundbar world between delivering as fulsome a home theatre experience as possible, and not overwhelming a...

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  Creates a brilliantly effective Dolby Atmos dome of sound, The rear speakers are flexible and genuinely wireless, Outstanding power and detailing

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  Doesn’t support pass through of the latest gaming features, No HDR10+ support, It isn’t quite as assured with music as movies

With a clever form factor and an almighty accompanying subwoofer, the JBL Bar 1300 is capable of filling even the largest rooms with detailed, cinematic sound. It delivers one of the most immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X performances the soundbar world has ever seen.

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  Fantastically immersive Dolby Atmos, Bags of power and detail, Truly wireless rear speakers

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  Not quite as good with music as movies, No 4K/120Hz or VRR pass through, No HDR10+ passthrough

Detailed spatial audio with huge bass

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  Accurate spatial audio with height channels, Thunderous subwoofer, Detachable wireless rear satellites, Alexa MRM, Apple AirPlay, and Google Cast support

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  Expensive, Satellites need to be charged regularly

JBL BAR 1300 is a worthy 11.1.4 DA contender

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  Serious sub-woofer bass for room-shaking effects, Detachable rears (use them that way) with USB-C charge., Perfect, strong neutral sound signature, Convincing Dolby Atmos effects

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  3D height could be more directional and immersive., While loud at 85dB, distortion is evident – back off a few notches., No HDMI 2.1 or 4K@120Hz gaming consle support., Not the clearest ‘clear voice’ I have heard.

The JBL Bar 1300X has an innovative design and delivers maximum immersion with all manner of movie soundtracks and music. It’s a great option for someone who doesn’t want to compromise on the visceral excitement that the best home theater systems effortlessly deliver, but also doesn’t want to burden...

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  Dolby Atmos and DTS:X processing, Rechargeable wireless surround speakers, Four HDMI ports (one with eARC)

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  Pricey, No HDMI 4K 120Hz pass-through, Surround speakers need regular recharging

I hooked this bar 1300x on y living room tv. OMG what a sound and experience, if you are planning on getting a sound bar this one is awesome. The sound quality is unremarkable. When you play music through this it’s like you are sitting front stage at a concert.

I am amazed at how much this soundbar puts out . That paired with the 12" sub that really hits is a recipe for awesome sound . I was looking at much larger systems with receivers to get the sound I wanted like the older surround systems I've had , but didn't want to have speakers everywhere.

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  Takes up less space than much larger systems , but doesn't put out any less than a larger system

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The subwoofer is definitely a step-up and dare i say almost to home theater level (comparing my pc2000 svs). The 12inch definitely moves more air than the 10inch. It’s a really good subwoofer.movies below that I tested:Live die repeat: edge of tomorrow - phenomenal, bass as well.

VERY easy to connect and install. All the remote control features are excellent. Automatically connected to my TV remote control. If you don't want to use the soundbar you can just turn it off however the sound is so good you may not want to use it without.

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  Everything is fantastic !

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  So far no "cons"

I haven't had a surround system in my home before. I've always experienced a surround sound system in my friends home, so this is my first. Ease of access and quality sound is what I truly value, and this system goes BEYOND. The subwoofer is incredible... hands down.

This soundbar and sub are really good. They were easy to set up and the sound is amazing. The surround speakers being wireless makes it so easy to enjoy a movie and not have to worry about wiring. I highly recommend this set.

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  Easy setupWirelessGreat sound

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JBL 1300X is just perfect. It comes with a subwoofer and 2 detachable speakers which are just perfect if you wanna create that immersive sound experience on a movie night or if you are watching a live sport. I was really impressed with sound clarity and how much difference it makes.

I love this product! It was simply to set up and the sound is great! I had been playing my new t.v. through my JBL PartyBox 310's but was having trouble with the t.v. Connecting by Bluetooth and they were taking up a lot of space.

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  Easy to set up and the surround sound is awesome

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Received the product a few days ago and it is amazing! The sound is incredibly dynamic, can get amazingly loud and so clear, and the look and feel of the products is high end and screams quality. And the satellite speakers and the functionality around them is so awesome.

The overall sound, setup and quality are absolutely first-rate. This was for my wife's TV and she absolutely loves it, so that means so do I. :-) The app is very easy to use as well.

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  Excellent overall soundVery easy to setup and calibrate via app

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  Pricey