I’ve had mine for 3 months and before this I owned a Bose 5.1 system for 9 years. I never thought I could beat the Bose but I have with the JBL! It’s so good! I keep my rear satellites constantly charged via USB-C leads, nicely hidden away behind them
Same, difference was $300 Australian at current discounted pricing here, so seemed a no brainer. Unreal sound out of the box, even on "not true" atmos Netflix, but I guess it comes down to what you expect / have heard. I'm very happy!
Using small sibling JBL800 getting great experience in music and movies Just one improvement the JBL APP should have settings for dialogue enhancement just like graphic EQ.
I have a question, if you leave the detachable speakers in the soundbar, do they still output sound when connected to the main unit while charging or do they only work when detached?
They work while attached as well. I just got this last night and I am beyond impressed. After spending 1k on this system I had buyers remorse as it was in transit to my home and then I hooked it up. This thing is absolutely amazing and brilliantly thought out.
on my jbl bar, the voices seem to have no bass. I've already tried the equalizer and also turning off the smart voice function. What can I do about it?
I wonder about total number of cycles (battery char/discharge) of the batteries in the speakers. I doubt that JBL reports that number but I wonder for how long those batteries will hold their nominal capacity. 10 years of normal daily use? 5 Years? 3?
Hello.. A question... The 2 upward firing drivers at the bar just work on dolby atmos system? Because i listen music on Bluetooth mode and i noticed that upward speakers dont work...
Are you sure about the 4k@120Hz? I read about that in some reviews that this bar has some trouble doing 120Hz passthrought 4K. Can you do some review with a Xbox Series X or PS5? Great video by the way.
Using HDMI passthrough on this soundbar My PS5 detected 120hz and I was able to set 120fps mode in fortnite without any issues Additional info: Using Sony X90L and provided PS5 2.1 HDMI cable. Connected sound bar to 2.1 eARC port on TV . Connected PS5 to HDMI port #1 on soundbar
I have a question. Can I mount this on a wall? if so when I attach the side speaker is the magnet strong enough to hold them in place or they need to be laying in a flat surface?, Great video! Thanks!
The rear speakers are not loud enough. On low mid or loud. The only way I got them to be loud enough is during the calibration process put the speakers like 5 feet away for cal 1 then place them far away for calibration 2. It works great now and I actually have the rear set on low to mid .
Hello, can you explain what you're talking about? I'm thinking of buying this soundbar, but I've heard several comments saying that these rear speakers aren't loud enough. I found this kind of problem strange for JBL equipment and products (precisely because the brand is famous for its robust, powerful sound). But did you manage to solve the problem? Do your speakers have good volume now?
Question: Why does it say “Unsupported” when I clip on Atmos? Is it the Tv? Streaming service wether it be music or films? Is there like a setting? Is it all of the above?!? I need help
If you love sparkles like tweeter sound go for JBL it's has bright sound than Sony. Also bass is more deeper. I tried both A5000 plus subwoofer along with JBL, but JBL won even if sony claims 360 degree audio.
can someone help me? I'm thinking about buying a jbl 1300, is it good for music? I have the option to buy a Yamaha stereo amplifier and column speakers, which will be more powerful? JBL or Yamaha amplifier and speaker?
@@marc_nificent90 thats literally the entire point of the product to be wireless. Buy a wired sound system if you want permanent rear speakers. Btw it takes like 5 seconds to move them really not a big deal.
Great review...thanks...i have a question pls. I heard someone say that if your tv has ARC but no ATMOS sound, the rear speakers will have no sound! Is that so? And if you do have sound, will it be in atmos effect? Thanks
@@WhatGear So basically my tv has ARC but no atmos but i have the full NETFIX bundle that transmits Atmos if you tv supports it, will i have Atmos coming out of the soundbar if NEXFLIX is transmitting Atmos although my tv does not support it? If not, is it worth buying the soundbar jbl 1000 if your tv does not have Atmos?
Arc, unlike e-arc which can pass through Dolby true HD. Arc can only pass through Dolby Atmos, but a lossy dolby atmos version (not lossless) not that it's going to make much difference to a non Dolby Atmos pass through TV. A non Dolby Atmos pass through TV can only pass through Dolby digital plus and best. Even though it's not 'object based audio', don't let it put you off coz it's not a huge difference, especially to a novice.
True the surround sound is very low but it's about the soundbar not arc,I used the bar 9.1 on same tv the surround effects were superb but now 1300 there's very small or no sound
Fantastic review - great stuff thank you, going to get either the JBL 1000 or the Yamaha True X Bar 50A. I just wanted to ask where did you get the low profile white gloss cabinet from, i really like it and looking for something exactly like that in white too!
The only problem is the battery life. Once those batteries die you can't replace them and the warranty will have run out, so you are forced to keep them plugged in for use. That is a major problem.
@@YoD85 absolutely, if you search there's a guy that pulls his apart on YT and it's a typical green cylinder battery which I'm sure you can buy out of China.
Can this be wired to a projector? Specifically, 1) Plug in a Fire TV 4K/Apple TV into the Soundbar. 2) Take the Video from the HDMI out to the projector Will the above work? I'm interested to buy this, but am unsure if this will work.
@@WhatGear Yes sir. Same with the JBL Bar 1300 & Samsung Q990C. If you test the HDMI pass through with Next Gen consoles like the XBox Series X and PS5, it would only output 4k 60 but not 4k 120. The only soundbar that I’m aware of that has HDMI 2.1 passthrough is the Sony HT-A7000.
@@UncleJunior83 I recently purchased the soundbar have it connected to my Sony x90L via earc . I don't know if there was a firmware update that enabled it but I was successfully able to use the HDMI passthrough with my PS5. It detected 120hz refresh and I was also able to test 120fps via fortnite .
Here's the website version of this : www.whatgear.net/technology/jbl-bar-1000-atmos-soundbar-review
I’ve had mine for 3 months and before this I owned a Bose 5.1 system for 9 years. I never thought I could beat the Bose but I have with the JBL! It’s so good!
I keep my rear satellites constantly charged via USB-C leads, nicely hidden away behind them
Got the jbl 1300, really happy with it.
Same, difference was $300 Australian at current discounted pricing here, so seemed a no brainer. Unreal sound out of the box, even on "not true" atmos Netflix, but I guess it comes down to what you expect / have heard. I'm very happy!
@@gregroles69 got it with 400 euro discount for 839 euro. Not bad at all. Glad yoi are also happy with it. Enjoy!
Using small sibling JBL800 getting great experience in music and movies
Just one improvement the JBL APP should have settings for dialogue enhancement just like graphic EQ.
What an innovative product it is. It ticks all the boxes. Quality stuff brother✌️
is it good for music lisening, im an audiophile but living in a small room so soundbars are my only option.
Thank You for this Video 😊🙏
Hi from India 🇮🇳
I have a question, if you leave the detachable speakers in the soundbar, do they still output sound when connected to the main unit while charging or do they only work when detached?
They work while attached as well. I just got this last night and I am beyond impressed. After spending 1k on this system I had buyers remorse as it was in transit to my home and then I hooked it up. This thing is absolutely amazing and brilliantly thought out.
How does this compare to the LG S9QY with adding 140 Watt LG Rear Speakers (SPQ8-S)?
on my jbl bar, the voices seem to have no bass. I've already tried the equalizer and also turning off the smart voice function. What can I do about it?
it is normal to loose audio suddenly while you’re watching a movie? , Not sure why but always happen when I’m watching something on Apple tv
I wonder about total number of cycles (battery char/discharge) of the batteries in the speakers.
I doubt that JBL reports that number but I wonder for how long those batteries will hold their nominal capacity. 10 years of normal daily use? 5 Years? 3?
You might be able to use them constantly plugged into a USB-C thus never having to worry about the battery life...
@@clauzone03 kinda defeats the purpose of spending so much money on a “Wireless” soundbar
not a complex job to open it up, get the battery specs and swap out to new ones.
@@mcastro8429 what do u think is a fair price then
Hi, the tv I have just has ARC not eARC will I still get atmos sound?
Yes, Just the basic quality of Atmos but it still works.
Does this soundbar support VRR and ALLM? Thanks.
on PS5 it doesn't work
Hello..
A question...
The 2 upward firing drivers at the bar just work on dolby atmos system?
Because i listen music on Bluetooth mode and i noticed that upward speakers dont work...
Are you sure about the 4k@120Hz? I read about that in some reviews that this bar has some trouble doing 120Hz passthrought 4K. Can you do some review with a Xbox Series X or PS5? Great video by the way.
Using HDMI passthrough on this soundbar My PS5 detected 120hz and I was able to set 120fps mode in fortnite without any issues
Additional info:
Using Sony X90L and provided PS5 2.1 HDMI cable. Connected sound bar to 2.1 eARC port on TV . Connected PS5 to HDMI port #1 on soundbar
Does it work with LG C2 as well? What about Xbox series x?
Great review bro!!
is curently on 900e in shop AT but i can get it for a 30% .It will worth it????
I have 22 foot high ceilings in my room, does upfiring still work at that height? What is the max?
I have a question. Can I mount this on a wall? if so when I attach the side speaker is the magnet strong enough to hold them in place or they need to be laying in a flat surface?, Great video! Thanks!
can it show the audio format? I want to know exactly what's been playing, in case some player converts audio without telling me
The rear speakers are not loud enough. On low mid or loud. The only way I got them to be loud enough is during the calibration process put the speakers like 5 feet away for cal 1 then place them far away for calibration 2. It works great now and I actually have the rear set on low to mid .
Hello, can you explain what you're talking about?
I'm thinking of buying this soundbar, but I've heard several comments saying that these rear speakers aren't loud enough.
I found this kind of problem strange for JBL equipment and products (precisely because the brand is famous for its robust, powerful sound).
But did you manage to solve the problem? Do your speakers have good volume now?
When you attach the speakers to the bar, do they still produce sound or are they only docked for recharging and not producing sound?
They produce sound.
Are you going to do a review on the new JBL smart speaker collaboration between google and Amazon?
Hopefully 🤞 I just need some hands on time with the speakers
Hi there. Could you tell me, please, does the detachable surrounds work with usb c plugged, or is it just for charge purposes? Thanks
It's only for charging purpose. Speaker gets connected wireless
I'm able to use the detachable speakers while they are plugged in via USB C.
Question: Why does it say “Unsupported” when I clip on Atmos? Is it the Tv? Streaming service wether it be music or films? Is there like a setting? Is it all of the above?!? I need help
Thanks a lot for your efforts,
I have a doubt, which is the best compared with Sony Ht a5000 incl SW-5. I like bass with tweeter sound also
If you love sparkles like tweeter sound go for JBL it's has bright sound than Sony. Also bass is more deeper.
I tried both A5000 plus subwoofer along with JBL, but JBL won even if sony claims 360 degree audio.
Did anyone else look about their room to see what the noise was at 2.30?
Can it be mounted above the tv?
can someone help me? I'm thinking about buying a jbl 1300, is it good for music? I have the option to buy a Yamaha stereo amplifier and column speakers, which will be more powerful? JBL or Yamaha amplifier and speaker?
What's holding me back is the tweeters are wireless battery operated and you can't keep them disconnected permanently
You can buy you would need to run USB C cables to them.
@WhatGear who wants to consistently charge them up or plug them in permanently to kill the battery life in due time that's not well planned out
@@marc_nificent90 thats literally the entire point of the product to be wireless.
Buy a wired sound system if you want permanent rear speakers. Btw it takes like 5 seconds to move them really not a big deal.
Great review...thanks...i have a question pls. I heard someone say that if your tv has ARC but no ATMOS sound, the rear speakers will have no sound! Is that so? And if you do have sound, will it be in atmos effect? Thanks
It shouldn’t be the case. As the rear speaker should just act a regular 5.1 speakers without the upward audio.
@@WhatGear So basically my tv has ARC but no atmos but i have the full NETFIX bundle that transmits Atmos if you tv supports it, will i have Atmos coming out of the soundbar if NEXFLIX is transmitting Atmos although my tv does not support it? If not, is it worth buying the soundbar jbl 1000 if your tv does not have Atmos?
Arc, unlike e-arc which can pass through Dolby true HD. Arc can only pass through Dolby Atmos, but a lossy dolby atmos version (not lossless) not that it's going to make much difference to a non Dolby Atmos pass through TV. A non Dolby Atmos pass through TV can only pass through Dolby digital plus and best. Even though it's not 'object based audio', don't let it put you off coz it's not a huge difference, especially to a novice.
Just set to pass through or auto on your tv in settings it will show dolby atmos
True the surround sound is very low but it's about the soundbar not arc,I used the bar 9.1 on same tv the surround effects were superb but now 1300 there's very small or no sound
Great review thank you 🙏🏼
Impressed with your 1st words.
Hi everyone,Is it good for listening for music, does it have good clarity or bad ???
Fantastic review - great stuff thank you, going to get either the JBL 1000 or the Yamaha True X Bar 50A.
I just wanted to ask where did you get the low profile white gloss cabinet from, i really like it and looking for something exactly like that in white too!
The only problem is the battery life. Once those batteries die you can't replace them and the warranty will have run out, so you are forced to keep them plugged in for use. That is a major problem.
You might be able to use them constantly plugged into a USB-C thus never having to worry about the battery life...
I have the JBL bar 5.1. The battery can be replaced, atleast for the 5.1. So I think for this bar or any other it will be the same.
@@YoD85 absolutely, if you search there's a guy that pulls his apart on YT and it's a typical green cylinder battery which I'm sure you can buy out of China.
Is this very good for just listening to stereo music?
It's good for everything bru
Music, movies ANYTHING
Amazing video, thanks for that. Lacking sound test unfortunately! Quality other than that.
Thanks. I'm never sure whether it's worth doing sound tests or not, as youtubes compression will normally wreck it
Did anyone else look about their room to see what the noise was at 2:46
Bro your mobile is really very beautiful... if don't mind can I ask you which mobile brand and model no it is...
До сих пор не пойму как их заряжать от основной панели😢
Arc what is it's sole purpose
@@rodneywebb1585 ARC(Audio Return Channel) assist sound to pass through via HDMI only without requiring other cables.
Can this be wired to a projector?
Specifically,
1) Plug in a Fire TV 4K/Apple TV into the Soundbar.
2) Take the Video from the HDMI out to the projector
Will the above work?
I'm interested to buy this, but am unsure if this will work.
Put the fire stick to one HDMI in and do a HDMI cable from ARC to the projector.
Hi...what is the best for you...jbl 1000 or sonos arc..greetings from the salvador 🇳🇮
“The Salvador “ 😂😂😭😭
Could you review and compare this soundbar JBL Bar 1000 to JBL Bar 1300?
After 2 years Battery dies.
We hv to search for Jbl original centres to replace battery.
Its gonna be an failure idea.
Why speaker surround right have sound low and battery run out quick?
You might be able to use them constantly plugged into a USB-C thus never having to worry about the battery life...
Satelite battery life is poor, gives only 2 to 3 hours of back up, Can anyone confirm if they are also getting same battery life?
I have video game sessions of 8 hours and i don't have that problem
Hi watched about 8hours of TV had no problems well impressed
U supposed to charge them while the bar is off
Won’t charge if the main bar is on with the detachable surrounds connected to it.
You can charge them with usb cable?
@@MariusMerchiers yea I believe with USB C cables
WhatGear, Thanks Much !.......
i love it
Simple ye worth the pricy maybe but it’s still pricy
what's holding back is money haha
NOT HDMI 2.1
Are you sure? I thought it has to be in order to support Dolby Atmos
@@WhatGear Yes sir. Same with the JBL Bar 1300 & Samsung Q990C. If you test the HDMI pass through with Next Gen consoles like the XBox Series X and PS5, it would only output 4k 60 but not 4k 120. The only soundbar that I’m aware of that has HDMI 2.1 passthrough is the Sony HT-A7000.
@@UncleJunior83 I recently purchased the soundbar have it connected to my Sony x90L via earc . I don't know if there was a firmware update that enabled it but I was successfully able to use the HDMI passthrough with my PS5. It detected 120hz refresh and I was also able to test 120fps via fortnite .
Also I found the jbl media brochure on their site it said ports were HDMI 2.1 with hdcp2.3
more doggie
looks a good soundbar...
Amazing looking soundbar 🫶