JBLBar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2) - 2.1 Channel soundbar with Wireless subwoofer (6.5’’), 300W Max Output, Bluetooth Enable (Black)

In August 2020, I bought the first version of this soundbar named "JBL Bar 2.1". That was during the COVID lockdown as I was working from home _which is a rented house. Fast forward 2022, I was able to save enough money to buy a house located two hours away from my workplace _as my weekend getaway. I still kept the rental house though, because it was only 3 miles from my workplace.For my new house, I bought a brand new 55" TV. Having been spoiled at the sound I was getting from the previous JBL 2.1 soundbar, I decided to buy another one for this new TV. Surprisingly, there is a new version! There was nothing wrong with the first model so I was wondering why JBL came up with this new model. There were hardly any information on the internet about it as Amazon was just releasing it on February 22, 2023. So I took a chance and bought one!It's been just over an hour after I unboxed and tested this new model. This time, it's named "JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)". In appearance, it looks almost the same as the first version. However, the MK2's soundbar has a slight extrusion on top. The bar logo and controls are raised and the subwoofer is taller. After plugging the HDMI cable and power cords, the subwoofer automatically paired with the soundbar. The remote control looks different too. It's simplified and very intuitive. This time, when you press the Bass button, there are only 3 settings: Low, Mid, & High _as opposed to the 1 to 20 bass levels of the previous model.Testing the unit:Sound perception is very subjective, depending on one's background and taste in music. So my comments on this section is my own, having been a musician in my younger years (playing guitar, bass, and keyboards) and currently being a hobbyist as a saxophone player. So I turned to my proven bass tester song which is "Mystery" by Anita Baker. This song has a sliding bass note after the 8-bar intro. The bass notes are very clear coming from what I assume a 5-string (at least) bass guitar. I was blown away by the sound! The soundbar was tuned so that the mids and highs are very clear and not drowned from the bass sound. I tried other songs from Steely Dan, David Bowie, and other YouTube Bass Testers and they all come alive. The lows are very solid. The 3 bass level settings are very practical. At low volume, I could still hear the bass!I could go on but I'll leave it up to you guys to decide yourself if this is a good upgrade (if you currently have the previous model) or a good new soundbar for your TV. Within a day, you should be able to make a decision, as Amazon has liberal RETURN POLICY, in case you're not satisfied.In transparency:This is the second unit I got from Amazon. I received the first unit when it first came out on Feb. 22, 2022. The soundbar wouldn't turn on! I tried all the suggested troubleshooting guides from JBL. Still no power! Looking back, I noticed it was delivered without being enclosed in a protected box. So the photos of what's inside the box were visible. Inside the box, the soundbar and the subwoofer were only being protected by the hard Styrofoam they were enclosed in. Immediately, I returned the unit to Amazon and asked for a replacement.Three days later (today Feb. 25, 2023) I got the replacement! This time, the original JBL box was enclosed inside a bigger box, surrounded by bubble wraps. Within 5 minutes after unboxing, I was enjoying the much improved version of this JBL soundbar!Conclusion:I highly recommend this unit, especially for musicians or those who are totally into music. Of course it sounds great watching movies, YouTube, etc.! I'm not a gamer so I would think this would be great for that purpose too! For now, everything is great! I'll write a follow-up review in a few months.

Value for money. Paid approx $80 on a Black Friday deal. Simple set up. Simple operation. Massive improvement over TV built in speaker. Is it an audiophile’s dream? Who knows. Who cares. Does it make programs and movies sound full and loud? You bet. If you want to spend a ton of money for something else, go for it. If you want sonic boom for your buck this is the play.

Great sound at a low price. JBL comes through with quality again. Makes a TV with basic audio sound much better. Very happy with my purchase.

Connectivity is great, no complaint here. Design is sleek.Sound quality is fine, as expected I would say. I tested it side by side a sono move and yamaha SR-C30A with subwoofer also.Sono move is by far the winner. Basses less powerful but rich and accurate. It's also a much more expensive speaker so that's not a fair comparison.The JBL soundbar cost the same than the Yamaha. Not a mind-blowing soundbar to be honest but it's correct and much better than the Yamaha. The JBL soundbar itself sounds better, voices are more clear. The basses on the JBL are more rich and much better quality. The Yamaha subwoofer is just making noise, it is really not good.

I'll start by admitting that this is my first soundbar. I've had stereos and surround sound systems before. The sound quality coming from this is really a surprise. It throws the sound out everywhere so you can really get that depth. The bass is booming! Most of the time I have to set it to medium. It was super fast and easy to set up on my insignia fire tv. The remote is easy to navigate. The bar and subwoofer both look great. This really gives you a good cinematic experience.

Just wow ! Impeccable sound and quality perfect packaging and fast shipping.This sound bar paired with 6.5 subwoofer is truly a pleasure and a whole new cinema experience to watch movies on.The sound quality out of this sound bar is second to none compared to the competition at this price pointThe remote is simplified easy to use doesn't have many options like no EQ but it's like the sound bar is programed from the factory for immersive sound experience.I really can't explain it here. It just works with no complaints.Consider it like a smart already out of the box tuned system so say...The remote is able to adjust 3 different BASS levels from LOW/MID/HIGH with zero distortion even at its highest level.No echo ! Like other brands. I paired it with Special Vaydeer Speaker stands at an elevated position and trust me does not need to be wall mounted. When all mounted it will vibrate the walls and you will hear it. Make sure whatever solution you choose (similar to my set up) that sound deadening is involved.So listening to music via Bluetooth on this thing is again outstanding I'm astonished by the sound this bar set up is able to produce. $300 is a steal I highly recommend this sound bar sub combo from JBL.Every JBL product I have is always very good quality this one comes at no exception. IMO JBL is the leader in sound I would say them or Denon but yea those are my TOP 2 when it comes to cinema experience and full immersion around you.BTW right out of the box first time turning on SUB connected in matter of seconds to the sound bar and gives a chime to let you know it's connected.The only drawback I could think of it doesn't have Dolby Atmos but honestly it's not needed.If you can tell from my pic it shows set up in my master bedroom.Unbelievable will definitely be buying more JBL products in the near future.I highly recommend this sound barHope this review has helped you in making your purchase decision 🫡