JBL Bar 1300

JBL Bar 1300 Soundbar

JBL Bar 1300 price in Kenya is Kes 165,000.  The soundbar, also known as the BAR 1300X, is a high-end soundbar that offers an immersive audio experience. It features True Dolby Atmos and DTS:X: the soundbar includes four up-firing drivers in the main bar and two more in the detachable speakers, delivering a comprehensive 3D surround sound experience. Bar 1300 features two battery-powered surround speakers that can be detached and placed behind you for real surround sound without extra wires. One of the detachable wireless speakers can be paired with any Bluetooth device as a standalone speaker.

Built-in Wi-Fi with AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music, and Chromecast built-in allows access to over 300 online music streaming services and automatic software updates. With an 1170W power output, the JBL Bar 1300X transforms your movies, music, and games into immersive sound experiences. The 12-inch Wireless Subwoofer provides thrilling and precise bass, enhancing the excitement in action movies and the emotion in music. PureVoice Dialogue Enhancement Technology optimizes voice clarity to ensure clear dialogue, even during intense surround effects.

HDMI eARC with 4K Dolby Vision passthrough offers uncompressed Dolby Atmos surround sound and 4K video quality from compatible players or consoles. The JBL One App allows you to customize EQ, control compatible speakers, and browse integrated music services. Easy Sound Calibration ensures the best 3D surround effects for any interior and room layout. The Voice Assistant Compatibility can be linked with voice assistant-enabled devices for easy control.

Overall, this soundbar system is designed to be a centerpiece for home entertainment, providing a powerful and dynamic audio experience for all types of media.

JBL Bar 1300 Features, Specifications, and Price in Kenya

Brand	JBL
Model Name	Bar 1300
Dimensions	·       Total soundbar dimensions (W x H x D): 1376 x 60 x 139 mm / 54.2″ x 2.4″ x 5.5″  ·       Main soundbar dimensions (W x H x D): 1000 x 60 x 139 mm / 39.4″ x 2.4″ x 5.5″ ·       Detachable surround speaker dimensions (each) (W x H x D): 202 x 60 x 139 mm / 8″ x 2.4″ x 5.5″ ·       Subwoofer dimensions (W x H x D): 305 x 440.4 x 305 mm / 12″ x 17.3″ x 12″ ·       Soundbar weight: 4.3kg / 9.5 lbs ·       Detachable surround speaker weight (each): 1.25 kg / 2.75 lbs ·       Subwoofer weight: 10 kg / 22 lbs ·       Packaging dimensions (W x H x D): 381 x 1107 x 477 mm/ 15″ x 43.6″ x 18.8″” ·       Packaging Weight: 21.45 kg / 47.2 lbs
General Specifications	·       Sound system: 11.1.4 channel  ·       Power supply: 100 – 240V AC, ~ 50/60Hz ·       Networked standby power: < 2.0W ·       Operating temperature: 0°C – 45°C
Audio Specifications	·       Total speaker power output (Max @THD 1%): 1170W  ·       Soundbar output power (Max @THD 1%): 650W ·       The Surround speaker output power (Max @THD 1%): 2x 110W ·       Subwoofer output power (Max. @THD 1%): 300 W ·       The Soundbar transducer: 6x (46×90) mm racetrack drivers, 5x 0.75″ (20mm) tweeters, 4x 2.75″ (70mm) up-firing full-range drivers ·       Surround speaker transducer: (46×90) mm racetrack driver, 0.75″ (20mm) tweeter, 2.75″ (70mm) up-firing full-range driver, 2x (48×69)mm rounded rectangle Passive Radiators ·       Subwoofer transducer: 10 inches (260mm) ·       Frequency response: 33Hz – 20kHz (-6dB) ·       Audio inputs: 1 Optical, Bluetooth, USB (USB playback is available in the US version. For other versions, USB is for Service only.)
Control and Connection Specifications	·       USB port: Type A  ·      The USB rating: 5V DC, 0.5A ·       Supporting file format: MP3 ·       MP3 codec: MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3 ·       The MP3 sampling rate: 16 – 48 kHz ·       MP3 bitrate: 80 – 320 kbps ·       Bluetooth version: Main bar – 5.0, Detachable surround speaker – 5.2 ·       The BT profile: Main bar – A2DP 1.2 and AVRCP 1.5, Detachable surround speaker – A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6 ·       Bluetooth transmitter frequency range: 2400MHz – 2483.5MHz ·       BT Transmitter power: <15dBm (EIRP) ·       Wi-Fi network: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz) ·       2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range: 2412 – 2472MHz (2.4GHz ISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 channels) ·       The 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power: < 20dBm (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 frequency range: 2406 – 2474MHz ·       2.4G wireless power: ＜10dBm (EIRP）
Battery	·       Lithium battery: 3.635V, 6600 mAh  ·       Detachable surround speaker playtime: up to 12 Hours (may vary according to content type and volume level)
Color	Black
JBL Bar 1300 Price	Kes 165,000

Detailed Product Description

True Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and Multibeam Surround Sound

Immerse yourself in theater-quality 3D sound. With four up-firing drivers in the main bar and two more in the detachable speakers, the JBL Bar 1300 delivers true Dolby Atmos and DTS:X together with MultiBeam for an enhanced 3D surround sound experience.

Real surround sound with detachable surround speakers

Enjoy real surround sound on your JBL Bar 1300 without the hassle of extra wires and power connections. Just place the two detachable battery-powered surround speakers behind you and get swept away in amazing audio.

Built-in Wi-Fi with AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music, and Chromecast built-in

Get ready to explore. Access over 300 online music streaming services through AirPlay, Alexa MRM, and Chromecast built-in. Enjoy all of your favorite audio content, Internet radio, and podcasts in high definition. The Wi-Fi connection also allows automatic software updates, so you can always enjoy the latest features.

Experience JBL Bar 1300 Unique Sound

Works with Voice Assistant Speakers

Simply link the JBL Bar with your voice assistant-enabled device and you can instantly ask Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant to stream all your favorite music to the soundbar.

1170W output power

With an 1170W total power system, the JBL Bar 1300 transforms your voices, music, and games into massive sound experiences and pulls you into the middle of action.

10-inch Wireless Subwoofer

Thrilling, precise bass from a mighty 10-inch wireless subwoofer brings excitement to your action movies and emotions to your music.

Standalone Bluetooth Speaker

You can pair one of the detachable wireless speakers to any Bluetooth device to use as a standalone speaker or pair them together for a powerful stereo sound.

PureVoice Dialogue Enhancement Technology

PureVoice technology uses JBL’s unique algorithm to optimize voice clarity to ensure you never miss a word of dialogue, even when the surround effects are at their peak.

HDMI eARC WITH 4K Dolby Vision Passthrough

Enjoy uncompressed Dolby Atmos surround sound through a single HDMI cable thanks to the HDMI eARC connection. The three HDMI input connections also offer 4K video quality from a compatible video player or gaming console.

JBL One App

Customize EQ and control all of your compatible speakers with a single convenient app. The JBL One App helps you easily set up the JBL Bar 1300, personalize settings, browse the integrated music services, and find your new favorite song.

Easy Sound Calibration

Every room is different. JBL’s calibration feature ensures that the JBL Bar 1300 delivers the best 3D surround effects to any interior and room layout.

What is in the Box?

• 1x Main JBL Bar 1300 Soundbar
• 2x Detachable wireless surround speakers
• 1x Wireless subwoofer
• Remote control with 2 x batteries
• Power cords (up to 8pcs depending on region SKUs)
• 1 x HDMI cable
• 2 x L-shape wall-mount brackets (main bar) + 2 x U-shape wall-mount brackets (for surround speakers) kit with screws
• 2 x Side caps
• Quick start guide
• Safety instructions and Warranty card
• Wall mount template

Pros and Cons of JBL Bar 1300

Pros

• Genuine Atmos Surround that you can break apart to deliver genuine Atmos Surround from detachable, wireless battery-powered rears.
• Detachable Rears which can be used as Bluetooth speakers.
• JBL Bar 1300 offers a big sound for movies or music, going loud while remaining musical.
• The device includes a room correction tool in its set-up mechanism to optimize audio performance in different environments.
• Extended Low-Bass: it comes with a subwoofer that provides extended low-bass for a more immersive experience2.
• Bar 1300 supports Dolby Atmos for an immersive audio experience.
• The soundbar features truly wireless satellites that enhance the surround sound experience.

Cons

• The large subwoofer is massive and may be difficult to fit in some spaces.
• Best Surround Effect Requires Near Side Walls: To achieve the best surround effect, near-side walls are needed.
• JBL Bar 1300 lacks HDMI 2.1 support, which may limit future-proofing and compatibility with the latest devices.

• The soundbar is not the best choice for stereo music, based on some users and reviews experience.
• Limited Configuration Settings.
• The remote control can be frustratingly enigmatic and difficult to understand.

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