I was almost on the trigger on a Samsung hw-q935c. But I will use this JBL as a secondary system for my flat screen in my garage. (When partying I have studio monitors and a couple of 12" subs. I then did not really need no surround speakers caus where the hell would I place them? (in the middle of the garage on a pole or something) The sound is great, they cost about $550 her in Norway but grat subwoofer when its sitting on concrete floor.
I heard it in store and liked the way it pays music. I could hear the mids and lows with good base. Any recommendations for soundbars which are good for both music and movies.
Hey Dave, thanks for your review. I'm looking at this sound bar and the LG SM5Y. The JBL500 is on special where I live and is about $104 USD more expensive than the LG. What would you recommend?
Hey, thank you! If this soundbar will be in a smaller space and punchy bass is very important to you then I would go with the JBL, if punchy bass is not as important I can't see the JBL Bar 500 being worth the extra $104. I have an old LG soundbar, and it's still going strong 💪🏾
What do you recommend for a patio. Im looking for something that’s a bit louder than the JBL 500 sound bar?! Need it mainly for music but I want that clean look
I live at the basement and my floor is high standard Rock surface and i bought this jbl bar 500 and idk if its okay for the subwoofer cuz it does sound very powerful like if i was at a movie theater 😅 idk if hard solid floor are better for bass wave😅 can u tell me if it is or not?
Sure, solid floors are good for bass travel. I would recommend relocating the subwoofer around your space testing for better results, possibly close to you area where you sit.
Very good and short video. Hopefully i'll demo this JBL in a guest room and compare to the old Vizio 5.1. I am a basshead with multiple 140lb subs in my main system 👍. I still believe full HT setups can't be defeated by soundbars but we all know about the WAF 😂😁
@freshtowels3917 It's Wife acceptance/approval factor. I also have an update on the JBL soundbars. Since this post I settled with the older discontinued JBL 3.1 and JBL Bar 5.1 with detachable speakers. These two had much better deeper bass compared to the JBL Bar 500.
I found listening to music really good BUT tv audio via eArc sucks. My old Marshall Stanmore II is better when watching TV. Any recommended set up or EQ settings that will make it better?
Sure, If you have a Sony TV and you really want to stick with sony products than sure HT-G700 but the JBL Bar 500 is a 5.1ch vs Sony's 3.1 here. I would recommend the JBL especially if its on sale.
@@ashish_2311İkisinde'de isteklerinizi karşılarsınız lakin bar 500'ün bassları daha güçlü q800c'nin ise sesleri daha gür ve q800c'de hoparlörler daha çok alana yerleştirilmiştir.Film için q800 müzik için bar 500 daha iyi.Ayrıc çıkarılabilir eski 5.1 ile bar 800 daha iyi seçenek.
Searching for a soundbar but the subwoofer is much bigger than iv thought. Have to find a place for it and it is not that beautiful..Looking for alternatives up to 450 €.
I won't advise it, you won't really get what your looking/listening for, I recommend getting the sub close to you and that will make the real difference.
I hate this soundbar. It is extremely vulnerable to hacking and flipper devices. It doest even come with audio cable. It wants you to use WiFi and Bluetooth which tells your entire neighborhood what is in your house/apartment. My soundbar is hacked and messed with daily. I can’t find a way to stop it, there is no way to disable WiFi easily. My only solution is to use audio cable and unplug power often. It makes me sick
I completely understand your frustration! It's tough when technology doesn't meet our expectations, especially with security concerns. Have you considered reaching out to the manufacturer for support or looking into alternative soundbars?
@@davebanter thank you for your response this speaker cost me $500. I thought I was buying a quality product and can’t afford another speaker at this time. I would highly recommend dumb tec now without WiFi or Bluetooth because the flipper is getting popular and messing with people inside their homes is fun for more and more people.
I own a Sony HTS 400 and it sucks. It’s good for movies but fails badly with music. Absolutely no treble. Soundbars need tweeters and most Sony entry level and even mid level soundbars don’t have them.
That's a sure way to get sued by my downstairs neighbors.
bought this a week ago, sound very2 nice for medium size living room. the sound became nicer after setting it using JBL One app
Great to hear!
Still aint no cappin with the blue cap. Great video man.
😂
Thanks for the review, I picked up the 500 today on sale, saved $200.
Again. Another great review.. thanks for your honest opinion and I liked the comparison to the Samsung 650..
Thank you, more to come
Thanks 🙏 for the review on the atmos 😊
I was almost on the trigger on a Samsung hw-q935c. But I will use this JBL as a secondary system for my flat screen in my garage. (When partying I have studio monitors and a couple of 12" subs.
I then did not really need no surround speakers caus where the hell would I place them? (in the middle of the garage on a pole or something) The sound is great, they cost about $550 her in Norway but grat subwoofer when its sitting on concrete floor.
I heard it in store and liked the way it pays music. I could hear the mids and lows with good base. Any recommendations for soundbars which are good for both music and movies.
This is a good choice for both music/movies. I use/recommend the LS S65Q, not as much bass but sounds very good for both uses.
@@davebanter thanks.
Hey Dave! Thanks for your great job. For you, the best choice: JBL Bar 500 or LG S90QY for the same price?
Even though I haven't reviewed it myself yet, I'm going with the LG S90QY. I have the S65Q by LG and it's solid
Hey Dave, thanks for your review. I'm looking at this sound bar and the LG SM5Y. The JBL500 is on special where I live and is about $104 USD more expensive than the LG. What would you recommend?
Hey, thank you! If this soundbar will be in a smaller space and punchy bass is very important to you then I would go with the JBL, if punchy bass is not as important I can't see the JBL Bar 500 being worth the extra $104. I have an old LG soundbar, and it's still going strong 💪🏾
@@davebanter Hey mate, thanks for replying I appreciate your opinion. My TV room is relatively small. I will mostly be watching movies with it.
Hey man! Thanks for your review! Im from Brazil and sign up you your channel! Is a problem to place de subwoofer beside the sofá?
Hey Thank you!
No problem placing the sub near the sofa, your good
Hey bro, thanks for the explanation. When can I expect your new video of JBL 800 pro?
I won't have an exact date, so stick around.
What do you recommend for a patio. Im looking for something that’s a bit louder than the JBL 500 sound bar?! Need it mainly for music but I want that clean look
This is a tough one, I know its vague (no model numbers) but I'm thinking, try samsung. their soundbars are noramlly louder than other brands.
Tough question, I'm think you may want to try Samsung (no particular model) their soundbars are normally louder than other brands.
I think it depends on your room ,I own one I have floor boards so the bass hits my friend has carpets same size room and totally different sound
Good point
I live at the basement and my floor is high standard Rock surface and i bought this jbl bar 500 and idk if its okay for the subwoofer cuz it does sound very powerful like if i was at a movie theater 😅 idk if hard solid floor are better for bass wave😅 can u tell me if it is or not?
Sure, solid floors are good for bass travel. I would recommend relocating the subwoofer around your space testing for better results, possibly close to you area where you sit.
Should do a comparison to the Samsung
What do you mean not so good with movies?! I thought the whole reason why they made sound bars was used specifically for movies.
Very good and short video. Hopefully i'll demo this JBL in a guest room and compare to the old Vizio 5.1. I am a basshead with multiple 140lb subs in my main system 👍. I still believe full HT setups can't be defeated by soundbars but we all know about the WAF 😂😁
What's waf ?
@freshtowels3917 It's Wife acceptance/approval factor. I also have an update on the JBL soundbars. Since this post I settled with the older discontinued JBL 3.1 and JBL Bar 5.1 with detachable speakers. These two had much better deeper bass compared to the JBL Bar 500.
If you do have carpet floors how much does it effect the subwoofer
Well the thicker the carpet the more absorption of the sound. It will still sound good bass wise in most cases even with carpet.
Es un monstruo el bar 500 para mi casa está bien este pero si quiero el bar 1300 🎉
I found listening to music really good BUT tv audio via eArc sucks. My old Marshall Stanmore II is better when watching TV. Any recommended set up or EQ settings that will make it better?
hmm, I would say try the JBL One App there are some customizable settings for EQ in there.
can you help me to pick between JBL bar 500 or Sony HT-G700 ?
Sure, If you have a Sony TV and you really want to stick with sony products than sure HT-G700 but the JBL Bar 500 is a 5.1ch vs Sony's 3.1 here. I would recommend the JBL especially if its on sale.
@@davebanter my tv is samsung dave , im really confusing to pick between jbl bar 500 or sony ht-g700 for the better quailty sound ?
Y 2 paredes a los lados de la BAR 500. Similar como las comunes con bocinas superior requieren techo bajo, sonos y bose
Can you add additional speakers ?
Unfortunately with this system you can not.
No
Bro which one please reply.. jbl 5.1 or jbl 500
If you want a true surround sound experience go with the JBL 5.1, if that's not all that important and your space I smaller go with the JBL 500
Thankyou
@@RohitPandey-hp8kvthey’re literally the same. The 500 is just newer and has “atmos”
Hey bro please how is the sounds with tv like movie
The sound quality is amazing! You'll feel like you're in the movie theater at times (depending on your space as well)
Good job buddy
Appreciate man
Does it have multipair? Can I pair it with my tv and my iPhone also?
I don't believe so
Jbl 500 or Samsung q800c ?? which one to go for?
Both are fantastic options! It really depends on your specific needs and preferences. Are you leaning more towards sound quality or features?
@@davebanter Better cinematic and music experience is what I am looking for. Please advise
@@ashish_2311İkisinde'de isteklerinizi karşılarsınız lakin bar 500'ün bassları daha güçlü q800c'nin ise sesleri daha gür ve q800c'de hoparlörler daha çok alana yerleştirilmiştir.Film için q800 müzik için bar 500 daha iyi.Ayrıc çıkarılabilir eski 5.1 ile bar 800 daha iyi seçenek.
s80qy or JBL 500?
I gotta go with the LG S80qy.
my JBL Bar 500 is not working is stuck on the LOAD screen .
Have you tried restarting it or contacting JBL customer support for assistance?
Se necesita Reproductor o Dispositivo, con certificación Dolby Atmos y Música de Tidal, Super en todo, pues es parientes de Harman Kardon
Searching for a soundbar but the subwoofer is much bigger than iv thought. Have to find a place for it and it is not that beautiful..Looking for alternatives up to 450 €.
Well you have some choices, you could also do a soundbar with the sub built-in
@@davebanter you already tested some soundbars. What is your favorite?
@@CK7985 I've been using the LG S65Q, I like it a lot, fits my space very well.
The description of this sound bar says it’s Dolby Atmos … so I’m confused
Yes it's just virtual, there are no real up-firing drivers
If you have carpet can you maybe place a piece of wood underneath?
I won't advise it, you won't really get what your looking/listening for, I recommend getting the sub close to you and that will make the real difference.
Anyone having problems connecting to hisence tv's
this one good for movie ????
Yes, it will work just fine for movies. You will be pleased
@@davebanter hey man , thx for review , what u recomend jbl 5.1 or jbl 500? im big fan movies
@@Aventador-lz4ti I gotta go with the JBL Bar 500, only because it's a newer model (Updated a bit)
@@davebanter how about jbl 1000 vs 1300 , did u try it?
@@Aventador-lz4ti I haven't tried it just yet but its on my review list
❤️❤️👌👌
-5:31 its a neighbor friendly speaker 😅 thats what is is 😉
Good luck with your channel man 👊🏼
I hate this soundbar. It is extremely vulnerable to hacking and flipper devices. It doest even come with audio cable. It wants you to use WiFi and Bluetooth which tells your entire neighborhood what is in your house/apartment. My soundbar is hacked and messed with daily. I can’t find a way to stop it, there is no way to disable WiFi easily. My only solution is to use audio cable and unplug power often. It makes me sick
I completely understand your frustration! It's tough when technology doesn't meet our expectations, especially with security concerns. Have you considered reaching out to the manufacturer for support or looking into alternative soundbars?
@@davebanter thank you for your response this speaker cost me $500. I thought I was buying a quality product and can’t afford another speaker at this time. I would highly recommend dumb tec now without WiFi or Bluetooth because the flipper is getting popular and messing with people inside their homes is fun for more and more people.
Hi how was the Bass? Is it really worth for bass lovers or should i buy samsung q800c.. Beacause they provided 8inch sub
The bass is really good, I normally recommend it to people who are looking for more bass.
Which soundbars under $400 do you recommend for very deep bass and clear sound?
I would consider the vizio v51-h6 and Sony hts400 for starters.
@@davebanter Thanks!
@@davebanter The Sony HT-S400 has deep bass at low volume?
Hey @@Callatis I dont believe the Sony HT-400 is going to give you what you want at low volumes regarding bass
I own a Sony HTS 400 and it sucks. It’s good for movies but fails badly with music. Absolutely no treble. Soundbars need tweeters and most Sony entry level and even mid level soundbars don’t have them.
Сегодня психанул и пошел купил его себе. Для неискушенного пользователя самое то.