JBL Launches Next-Generation Bar Series for the Ultimate Home Cinema Experience

JBL is redefining home entertainment with the debut of its next-generation Bar Series, a powerful lineup of feature-packed soundbars designed to deliver rich, detailed, and truly immersive audio, no matter what TV you own or how big your space is. With five new models to choose from, the series caters to everyone from first-time surround-sound shoppers to seasoned home-theatre enthusiasts.

Cinema-Grade Tech in Your Living Room

Drawing from JBL’s deep heritage in professional cinema sound, the new Bar Series features HARMAN’s MultiBeam 3.0 technology, which creates a convincing surround-sound environment using just a single soundbar. Paired with Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and optional detachable rear speakers, the lineup delivers a dramatic, front-row movie experience right at home.

Hear Every Detail with Next-Level Audio Innovation

This generation introduces SmartDetails, a new HARMAN-engineered technology that captures even the smallest audio nuances, from soft footsteps to atmospheric creaks. For action-packed moments, AI Sound Boost ensures deep, powerful bass with minimal distortion, even at higher volumes. Meanwhile, PureVoice 2.0 enhances speech clarity so dialogue stays crisp and easy to follow.

Across the lineup, JBL also unveils sleeker, slimmer designs paired with improved connectivity for a more elegant home setup.

Flagship Power: The JBL Bar 1300MK2

At the top of the range sits the JBL Bar 1300MK2, a premium all-in-one powerhouse with a dual 8-inch driver subwoofer and two detachable wireless speakers. Position the detachable speakers behind your sofa for intense surround immersion, or take them anywhere around the house and enjoy portable Bluetooth playback.

Six up-firing drivers unlock true Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D surround sound, while the compact subwoofer’s AI Sound Boost technology brings cinematic bass without distortion.

A New Wireless Era with JBL One Commander

JBL is also launching the JBL One Commander, a wireless Dolby Atmos solution that lets the Bar 1300MK2 connect to most TVs and projectors completely cable-free. The result? A cleaner, more stylish setup paired with the high-quality audio that JBL fans love.

This innovation underscores JBL’s commitment to modern, user-friendly design, minimising clutter while maximising performance.

Cinematic Sound for Every Space

• JBL Bar 1000MK2: Two up-firing drivers, a 10” subwoofer, and detachable rear speakers deliver true Dolby Atmos and DTS:X in a compact footprint.
• JBL Bar 800MK2: Perfect for smaller rooms, featuring detachable surround speakers and virtual Dolby Atmos for powerful, room-filling sound.
• JBL Bar 500MK2 & Bar 300MK2: Ideal for first apartments or budget-friendly setups. Whether you’re binge-watching or hosting friends, these models offer an impressive cinematic upgrade without the hefty price tag.

Powered by JBL One Platform

All models run on the JBL One Platform, a unified ecosystem for seamless streaming and deep personalisation. Users can stream content from any service or device, including hi-res and spatial audio, and customise a 7-band EQ via the JBL One App. A programmable “Moment” button lets you launch your favourite playlist with a single tap.

Every device in the ecosystem also benefits from continuous software updates, ensuring you always have the latest features.

Availability

The JBL Bar 1300MK2, Bar 1000MK2, Bar 800MK2, Bar 500MK2, and Bar 300MK2 are now available at the JBL online store as of November 2025.