JBL Bar 9.1 820W 5.1.4-Channel Soundbar System

The JBL Bar 9.1 soundbar might be expensive, but it delivers powerful, thunderous audio with detachable rear channels for an immersive listening experience.

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  Powerful audio with thunderous bass depth, Dolby Atmos drivers, Wireless rear channel speakers, Easy setup

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  Expensive, Large, Could use more precise EQ controls

“JBL's Bar 9.1 offers a unique fully wireless design, but that feature comes at a high cost.”

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  Super simple setup, Big, powerful bass, Convincing Dolby Atmos and 5.1 sound, Convenient wireless speakers, Supports eARC, 4K, Dolby Vision

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  Not enough inputs, Not enough EQ settings, Dialogue needs a boost, Mediocre for music

If you’re a gamer or movie aficionado looking to upgrade to a Dolby Atmos system that’s easy to set up and sounds great, the JBL Bar 9.1 is an excellent choice. While an actual five or nine-speaker setup with a subwoofer may sound better, this solution from JBL is easier to set up and more...

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  Compact design, Fantastic sound, Easy setup, Google Home, AirPlay, Bluetooth support, Comes with wall-mounting hardware, Decent battery life on detachable speakers

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  Only one HDMI input, Subwoofer connection status indicator on back, End caps only available in some regions, MP3 playback only available in U.S., Limited EQ/sound settings

Superficially very exciting to listen to, but the JBL is a lot of sound and fury without enough substance

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  Big, bassy sound with plenty of height to it, Modular design allows genuine surround-sound, Well made and finished

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  Not dynamic, One-note bass, Lacks effects definition

This 5.1.4-channel soundbar features a fully immersive Dolby Atmos and DTS:X experience thanks to upward-firing speakers and a pair of detachable and rechargeable wireless rears. It's good value, with few compromises.

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  Full immersion, Powerful and well-integrated bass, Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, Detachable rear speakers, EARC support, Automated audio calibration, Proper display and decent remote

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  Front soundstage could be wider, No HLG/HDR10+ passthrough, Only one HDMI input, No dedicated remote app

Look ma, no wires!

The JBL Bar 9.1 is among the most impressive Dolby Atmos soundbars around, in some ways. But once you’re over the initial shock and awe, its modus operandi gets a little wearing.

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  Thoughtful modular design, Authentic width and height to sound, Plenty of flexibility in terms of inputs

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  From the ‘everything louder than everything else’ school, Monotonal subwoofer, Short of dynamism and definition

The JBL’s detachable speakers provide proper surround sound and are a big selling point, but its rivals are sonically superior

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  Room-filling Atmos sound, Lots of bass, Reasonably detailed

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  Lacking dynamic appeal, Imprecise effect placement, Not punchy enough

We've only spent the briefest of times with the JBL Bar 9.1 – but so far, we're impressed with this powerful Dolby Atmos soundbar, thanks to innovative design, great sound, and good connectivity.

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  Innovative design, Immersive Dolby Atmos sound, 4K and Dolby Vision compatibility

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  Small 'sweet spot'

I received my JBL Sound Bar a week ago. The setup was easy! Took less than 10 minutes to set up! The sound is so clear! Watched a movie with the family and they loved it! Love that I can connect my phone via bluetooth and listen to music! It also makes my gaming experience better!

Great sound, and the addition of detachable speakers makes for a rich surround sound environment. The detachable units are need a longer lasting battery.

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  Great Sound

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  Detachable Speaker Batteries Do Not Keep Charge

I have had a lot of experience with JBL hearing aids and I must say that I am very happy, the products have a good quality price. A year ago I bought the JBL 5.1 bar and it feels very good and Dolby Atmos as well.

Love this system. Truly wireless rear speakers that can be placed anywhere. Relatively easy install and great resulta!

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  Truly wireless rear speakers. Full sound. Automatic switching when you change the source.

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  Rear speakers need to be charged so they must be accessible

I'm very happy with this speaker system. Setup was effortless. The subwoofer, rear speakers, and soundbar connected automatically and immediately. The rear speakers attach to the soundbar magnetically to charge, which is very clever and convenient.

Easy setup. Works very well. Position of moble speakers critical to performance

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  Quality outstanding.

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  Instructions might help with mobile speaker placement based on room size/shape/walls

This is the best home surround sound I have heard from something so compact. The set up was a breeze. The two smaller speakers have a very strong magnetic attachment to the sound bar. They are easy to remove and reattach.

Great sound and easy set up. Atmos is awesome and sub-woofer is powerful but not over powering. Clean and crisp form factor, easy to change settings and wireless rear speakers. complete this quality system . Definitely worth the money and it makes everything sound better. JBL has a home run !

Very nice and i am enjoying , very easy to use and connect.

I bought this 2 months ago and it has dramatically increased the cinema experience.Calibration of bass/atmos/back speakers works great.Love the surround sound capability with removable back speakers.