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  5. JBL Bar 500 Soundbar, Black

JBL Bar 500 Soundbar, Black

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Key Features

  • With Dolby Atmos & MultiBeam
  • Built in WiFi lets you connect directly to music streaming platforms
  • 590W total output power ensures solid audio
  • 254mm subwoofer provides a detailed sound
  • PureVoice dialogue enhancement technology optimises your entertainment

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The JBL Bar 500 Soundbar and Subwoofer provide a dynamic sound that will completely immerse you in your favourite music, films, games and TV shows without the need for a full speaker system. With Dolby Atmos and MultiBeam, you can experience cinema-like, 3D surround sound that fills the whole room. The Bar 500 Soundbar connects to your TV seamlessly thanks to its HDMI eARC input and can even be mounted to your wall. The 10-inch down-firing subwoofer provides a rich bass response that will complement the depths of soundtracks and playlists alike.


Access your favourite online music services through WiFi, with AirPlay, Alexa MRM and Chromecast built-in all built-in. The JBL Bar 500 also comes equipped with Bluetooth so you can seamlessly pair smart devices and listen to your favourite podcasts and music. PureVoice Dialogue Enhancement technology and Easy Sound XCalibration are on hand to make the sound even crisper. You can enjoy premium sound control via either the JBL One app or included remote control.

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Dolby Atmos and MultiBeam

The JBL Bar 500 Soundbar and Subwoofer virtualise Dolby Atmos and Multibeam surround sound, creating a multidirectional listening experience without the need for a full speaker system. The audio calibration feature helps to generate 3D sound that suits the layout of the room to fully enthral you in the on-screen action.

Soundbar and Subwoofer

With a combined power output of 590W, the JBL Bar 500 soundbar package, with 10-inch subwoofer, works as one to ensure you have an unforgettable listening experience. The 500 Soundbar also includes an HDMI eARC and an optical input, allowing versatile connectivity with a range of TV, projector or home cinema setups.

WiFi Connectivity

Enjoy high-speed connectivity to your router via ethernet cable and relish in brilliant, lag-free music and online streaming. You can also utilise a wireless WiFi link for AirPlay, Chromecast, and Alexa MRM transmission, allowing you to play content from all the major online streaming services.

Bluetooth

Connect the JBL Bar 500 to your wireless smartphone, tablet, or laptop thanks to Bluetooth 5.0. Stream all of your favourite music and podcasts from major music platforms such as Spotify and TIDAL in immersive 3D sounds.

Clear Sounds

Make the most of distortion-free audio with PureVoice Dialogue Enhancement technology. This feature enhances vocal frequency delivery so you can hear every word of dialogue from your favourite film and TV characters.

Premium Control

Using the JBL One app, you can customise EQ and manage this soundbar package to find your own bespoke sound. You can also manage connections with the JBL remote control. The streamlined, neutral design easily fits with a variety of homes decors.

Key Features

  • Dolby Atmos and Multibeam simulate room-filling, 3D surround sound
  • The audio calibration feature further enhances the sound
  • 590W combined power output supplies an array of eight transducers
  • Multiple digital audio inputs, such as HDMI eARC and optical, establish a no-fuss connection to your TV
  • The 10-inch, down-firing subwoofer produces a thrilling bassline
  • Enjoy WiFi connectivity via the ethernet input or wirelessly with AirPlay, Chromecast or Alexa MRM
  • Bluetooth enables wireless pairing to your smart devices
  • PureVoice Dialogue Enhancement technology brings sound clarity to every word of spoken dialogue
  • JBL One app and remote contol provide total sound control

What's in the box?

  • The JBL BAR 500 Soundbar and wireless subwoofer
  • 1 x Remote control (w/ 2 x AAA batteries)
  • Power cords (up to 8pcs depending on region SKUs)
  • 1 x HDMI cable
  • 2 x L-shape wall-mount brackets (w/ mounting screws and wall template)
  • Quick start guide and information sheets

Specifications

General

Model BAR 500 (soundbar unit)

BAR 500 SUB (subwoofer unit)
Sound system 5.1 channel
Power supply 100 - 240V AC

50/60 Hz
Total speaker power output (Max @THD 1 ) 590W
Soundbar output power (Max @THD 1 ) 290W
Subwoofer output power (Max. @THD 1 ) 300 W
Soundbar transducer 4x (46x90)mm racetrack drivers

3x 20mm tweeters
Subwoofer transducer 260mm
Networked standby power < 2.0 W
Operating temperature 0°C - 45°C

HDMI

HDMI video input 1
HDMI video output (with Enhanced Audio Return Channel, eARC) 1
HDMI HDCP version 2.3
HDR pass through HDR10

Dolby Vision

Audio

Frequency response 35Hz - 20kHz (-6dB)
Audio inputs 1 Optical

Bluetooth

USB (USB playback is

USB

USB port Type A
USB rating 5V DC, 0.5A
Supporting file formats mp3
MP3 codec MPEG 1 Layer 2/3

MPEG 2 Layer 3

MPEG 2.5 Layer 3
MP3 sampling rate 16 - 48 kHz
MP3 bitrate 80 - 320 kpbs

Wireless

Bluetooth version 5.0
Bluetooth profile A2DP 1.2

AVRCP 1.5
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range 2400 MHz – 2483.5 MHz
Bluetooth transmitter power <15 dBm (EIRP)
Wi-Fi network IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range 2412 - 2472 MHz: 2.4 GHz ISM Band

USA 11 Channels

Europe and others 13 Channels
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power <20 dBm (EIRP)
5G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range 5.15 - 5.35GHz

5.470 - 5.725GHz

5.725 - 5.825GHz
5G Wi-Fi transmitter power 5.15 - 5.25GHz <23dBm

5.25 - 5.35GHz & 5.47 - 5.725GHz <20dBm

5.725 - 5.825GHz <14dBm (EIRP)
2.4G wireless transmitter frequency range 2406 - 2474 MHz
2.4G wireless transmitter power <10 dBm (EIRP)

Dimensions

Soundbar dimensions (W x H x D) 1017 x 56 x 103.5 mm
Subwoofer dimensions (W x H x D) 305 x 440.4 x 305 mm
Soundbar weight 2.8 kg
Subwoofer weight 10 kg
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D) 1105 x 370 x 475 mm
Packaging Weight 16.2 kg

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