Material | Racetrack drivers Tweeters Subwoofer |
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Model name | JBL Bar 5.1 |
Speaker type | Subwoofer,Soundbar |
Special feature | Bass Boost, Subwoofer, Multi Room Audio |
Recommended uses for product | For Surround Sound Systems, For Gaming Consoles, For Televisions |
Compatible devices | Gaming Console, Television, Smartphone |
Subwoofer diameter | 10 Inches |
Controller type | Voice Control |
Surround sound channel configuration | 5.1 |
Colour | Black |
Battery life | 30 Hours |
Included components | Subwoofer, Wall bracket, HDMI cable, Remote, Soundbar |
Product Dimensions | 38.2D x 110.5W x 48.8H Centimetres |
Item weight | 29.7 Pounds |
Is waterproof | FALSE |
Charging time | 4 tablespoon(s) |
Brand Name | JBL |
Item model number | JBL2GBAR51IMBLKAM |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
Output Wattage | 550 Watts |
Colour name | Black |
Special Features | Bass Boost, Subwoofer, Multi Room Audio |
Manufacturer | JBL |
Place of Business | BAIE D'URFE, QC, H9X 4B7 CA |
Language | English |
ASIN | B07WFXNWZM |
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JBL Bar 5.1 Surround 550-Watt 5.1 Channel Soundbar with 10" Wireless Subwoofer - Black
Brand | JBL |
Speaker maximum output power | 550 Watts |
Connectivity technology | HDMI |
Audio output mode | Surround |
Mounting type | Floor Standing |
About this item
- An impressive 550W of total system power
- 10" Wireless subwoofer delivers deep, thrilling sound
- Built-in Chromecast, Airplay2 and Bluetooth
- JBL surround sound brings an immersive virtual 5.1 sound experience for your TV without any extra wires or speakers
- 4K pass through with HDR 10 and Dolby Vision provides the best resolution
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4.4 out of 5 stars |
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Date First Available | Aug. 22 2019 |
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The impressive JBL Bar 5.1 Surround delivers the ultimate home cinematic experience. Bring everything you watch to life with 550 Watts of power and a 10’’ subwoofer: the driving bass of an action movie, the tension of a thriller or the beauty of a nature documentary. Built-in Chromecast and Airplay 2 lets you stream and manage online content, and Bluetooth means your streamed music sounds great, too. Amazing surround sound comes from JBL MultiBeam technology. JBL has powered the world’s movie theatres for more than 75 years. Now you can bring that power home.
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Sold by | Full Line Electronics | Ultimea Labs | 鶹.ca | 鶹.ca | 鶹.ca | ELECTRONIQUE HI-FI INC |
speaker size | 10 inches | 4 inches | 6.5 inches | 900 millimeters | 10 inches | 12 inches |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric |
connectivity tech | HDMI | HDMI-eARC, Bluetooth 5.3, Optical, AUX, USB | wired | wireless, wired | wireless, wired, Wi-Fi | wired, wireless |
speaker type | Subwoofer,Soundbar | Surround Sound | Soundbar | Soundbar | Subwoofer, Soundbar | Soundbar |
mounting type | Floor Standing | Tabletop Mount, Wall Mount | Tabletop | Wall Mount | Tabletop | Soundbar |
weight | 29.7 pounds | — | 24.3 pounds | 16.1 pounds | — | 2.8 kilograms |
control method | remote | application | remote | remote | application | voice |
model name | JBL Bar 5.1 | Aura A50 Pro | SRB40A B | HTS400 | JBL Bar 700 | Bar 5.0 Multibeam |
frequency response | — | 50 hertz | — | 110 hertz | — | 50 hertz |
surround channels | 5.1 | 5.1 | 2.1, 4.1.2 | 2.1 | 5.1 | 5 |
woofer diameter | 10 inches | 4 inches | 1.8 inches | 900 millimeters | 10 inches | 0.08 meters |
From the manufacturer
JBL Bar 5.1 Surround
Experience panoramic surround sound
The impressive JBL Bar 5.1 Surround delivers the ultimate home cinematic experience. Bring everything you watch to life with 550 Watts of power and a 10’’ subwoofer: the bass of an action movie, the tension of a thriller or the beauty of a nature documentary. Built-in Chromecast and Airplay 2 lets you stream and manage online content, and Bluetooth means your streamed music sounds great, too. JBL has powered the world’s movie theatres for more than 75 years. Now you can bring that power home.
Powerful sound
JBL MultiBeam technology brings the ultimate cinematic experience to your home. No extra speakers or wires are needed.


You got the power
With 550 Watts of system output power, experience your movies and music like never before. Immersive, powerful sound to match your viewing pleasure.
Feel the bass
Punchy, precise bass from a mighty 10’’ wireless subwoofer brings the action to action movies, and ensures any soundtrack sounds epic.


Chromecast + Airplay 2
Built-in WiFi and compatibility with Chromecast and Airplay 2 means you can stream your favorite content with amazing sound, with a simple finger tap.

True HDMI 4K Pass-through
The best 4K video resolution deserves the best sound to go with it. Your TV and the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround are the ultimate power couple.

Stream it all
Not in the mood for a film? No problem, you can also enjoy wireless music streaming via Bluetooth from your mobile or tablet.

Low-profile Design
Fits under your TV. Easy one-cable hook up.
5.1 channel soundbar with MultiBeam Sound Technology
Soundbar Weight | 2.85kg |
Subwoofer Weight | 10.62kg |
Soundbar dimensions (inches) | 40” x 2.28” x 3.94” (W x H x D) |
Subwoofer dimension (inches) | 12” x 17.3” x 12” (W x H x D) |
Soundbar output power | 5 x 50W |
Subwoofer output power | 300W |
Power supply | 100 - 240V AC, ~ 50/60Hz |
Max SPL | 103dB |
Frequency response | 40Hz - 20KHz |
USB port | Type A |
Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
HDMI HDCP version | 2.2 |
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- Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2023Verified PurchaseI recently purchased the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround 550-Watt 5.1 Channel Soundbar with 10" Wireless Subwoofer, and let me tell you, it delivers an unbelievable audio experience with a lot of boom boom bass!
The sound quality produced by this soundbar is simply outstanding. The clarity and crispness of the audio immerse you in a cinematic experience right in the comfort of your own home. The highs and mids are crystal clear, but the real star of the show is the subwoofer. It packs a punch with its deep, rumbling bass that adds a whole new dimension to your favorite movies, music, and games.
Setting up the soundbar was a breeze, and the wireless subwoofer adds convenience by eliminating the need for extra cables. The wireless connection is reliable and seamless, ensuring that you can place the subwoofer anywhere in the room to achieve the optimal bass effect.
The JBL Bar 5.1 Surround also offers true surround sound, thanks to its 5.1 channel configuration. The rear speakers provide an immersive audio experience, making you feel like you're right in the middle of the action. It's perfect for movie nights or gaming sessions, where you want to feel fully immersed in the audio.
One feature that truly impressed me is the ease of control. The soundbar comes with a handy remote that allows you to adjust the settings, including the bass level, to suit your preferences. You can fine-tune the boom boom bass to your liking, whether you want it to be thunderous or more subtle.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a soundbar that delivers mind-blowing audio with a lot of boom boom bass, the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround is an absolute winner. Its exceptional sound quality, wireless subwoofer, and true surround sound capabilities make it a must-have for any audio enthusiast. Get ready to be blown away by the immersive experience this soundbar provides!
Disclosure: I received no incentive or compensation for writing this review. I purchased the JBL Bar 5.1 Surround at full price and genuinely wanted to share my positive experience with other customers.
- Reviewed in Canada on April 13, 2022Verified PurchaseI was in the market for sound bar with Dolby Atmos feature. After listening to a bunch of systems In Best Buy I concluded a system with good Atmos function costs $2k plus. For that kind of money you can get a proper home theatre but due to not available enough space I didn’t want to get one of those so I gave up the Atmos feature. I came across this system in 鶹 during a promotion and ordered assuming just trying and returning as the price was very appealing ($499). The system arrived and I plugged it in and streamed a Dolby content from youtune and guess what! We loved it! It’s amazing. This JBL sounds better than all the SONYs and Samsungs that I had tried before. There is good clarity and base at all levels which separates it from the others. It delivers ok job when used for music but it really shines when watching movie and series. The base is deep and reach at all volumes and it shakes our house! Also vocals are clear irrespective to the content. The sound is very cinema like (90% of the theatre’s sounds systems are JBL). We have been using this unit for 3 months now and we are really enjoying it and I am very happy with purchase. 100% recommended. It’s worth every penny.
- Reviewed in Canada on December 2, 2021Verified PurchaseMy first criteria for a sound bar was that it needed Chromecast compatibility. The JBL 5.1 Surround got this covered, as well as HDMI in and out (but not pass through), optical and Bluetooth. I got it for black Friday so it was also fairly cheaper. I was shocked by the size of the subwoofer, but it fits in my living room so nothing to bother with, just read the full specs before buying to make sure you avoid bad surprises. When hooked on HDMI or optical, the sound quality is impressive even at max bass level. On Bluetooth it's okay for your everyday TV experience but the difference is noticeable. The integrated Chromecast is fine for listening music from your phone without having to stay in range of your sound bar. There are also no sound presets on this model so you have to adjust the bass and volume according to what you are listening. Overall I am satisfied with it, but I don't think it's worth the regular price.
- Reviewed in Canada on December 13, 2021Verified PurchasePut this sound bar and sub into the family room. Tremendous value for money.
Sound quality is very good and the bass provided by the sub woofer is perfectly aligned with the sound from the bar. The fact that the sub is wireless and only needs a power supply makes placement easy.
One thing to note that does not affect the quality of the product. The sound bar is 2 1/4 inches high and will probably cover the remote sensor for the tv if it’s placed on the media stand directly in front of the tv. If you are not wall-mounting the tv then you will probably need to lift the tv up or sit on the couch with your arm up in the air to turn the tv on/off!!
- Reviewed in Canada on April 26, 2021Verified PurchaseIf you want an amazing Soundbar for less than $1000, then the JBL 5.1 definitely should be one of your top contenders.
It has great connectivity: Native Spotify, AirPlay 2, and Bluetooth meaning no matter which device we’re using it has a way to connect.
It’s sound is phenomenal. The speakers really add a lot of life to big movie or game scenes. We have the bass set to 2/5 just because anything higher than 3 is overkill.
Somehow, even though it’s just a long bar in front of my TV, somehow, it makes sound come from all sorts of angles. I never thought a soundbar could play sounds that sound like they’re coming from behind me, but somehow the JBL 5.1 manages to pull it off. It actually has me looking behind me sometimes. Very impressive.
The device itself and the subwoofer, they’re huge. Pretty big. Make sure they’ll fit in your living space if you’re space-conscious.
Only quirk is I wish it had some sort of built-in voice booster so you could hear voices over action better, but you can’t place responsibility for that strictly on the bar itself. The remote control they give you is also a bit finicky but that’s easily worked around.
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- TigerReviewed in the United States on October 19, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic sound bar
Verified PurchaseFirstly this sound bar is a killer soundbar at the price point (usually around $349 on sale in 鶹). It’s hard to find a good 5.1 soundbar with good subwoofer at this price.
I got this on prime early access deal (2nd prime day) for $288, and it was a no brainer at this price! Without prime sale, it’s usually around 299-349, still a great price.
Now let’s talk sound quality:
I watched Andrew Robinson’s review about this sound bar (please watch it, it’s the only good technical review available from a proven audiophile YouTuber). He praised it well and recommended it and called it the budget sound bar king, even better than the klipsch 600.
I was waiting for prime day sale to buy it…
Once I got it in, set up was simple. For all iOS users, download the “JBL Bar set up” app, to add the sound bar to Wi-Fi. It’s very simple that way!
Subwoofer was pre paired (it should be from factory, don’t know why some people are saying it was not paired!! But it’s easy to pair).
Connected the tv input (Sony x900f for me) and it was up and running.
Next make sure to do the calibration, it steps up the sound quality considerably. I made sure “smart mode” was “on”, this mode applies JBL sound processing and smartly and effectively turns any stereo input to 5.1
I was surprised! The smart mode actually sounds very good, it widens the sound stage, and you actually feel the surround sound effect. For my room, I actually get the bouncing effect from the side firing tweeters pretty well, nevertheless, sound stage is pretty wide, and you won’t feel like listening to a 2.1 channel sound.
Bass was adequate, I tried between 3 and 4, ended up at 3 since it’s pretty balanced there.
The sound bar has 5 front firing full range drivers, no tweeter pairs, but I was surprised: there was good and clear treble in the sound and midrange was also very manageable (clear). Dialogues are nice and clear and clearly seems like it comes from the center driver (mimicking the center channel), even at Smart mode ON.
People complain that there are no adjustment options, to be honest you don’t need any! Bass can be adjusted from 1-5, and that’s all you need. The eq settings are nicely tuned from factory and to be very honest, I don’t feel like I have to make any changes.
I do own a full Sonos Arc set up (5.2.2) and feel like this JBL bar is pretty good at what it does: providing simple 5.1 sound at a reasonable price without offering gimmick features.
I also heard people complaining about longevity, so I also got the 3 year plan from 鶹 for $33, totally worth it! Peace of mind. Recommend everyone getting it cause you never know when electronics fail. $33 is a bargain.
I ordered the soundbar 600 before, returned it cause it clearly sounded a 2.1 sound bar even with surround option “on” and loudness was not adequate. This JBL, which is cheaper, sounds day and night better and I love it! It’s nice and loud, sound stage is wide, and everything is perfectly pre tuned from factory.
To sum up, don’t read the negatives, no one can guarantee you anything when it comes to electronics. The sound bar is actually very good, and you won’t be disappointed. But do recommend the 3 year plan ($33), for peace of mind. Even with the added pan, total price is very good and lower than other gimmick sound bars… great job JBL, and thanks Andrew Robinson for an honest video! Check his review out, you will get the real picture…
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Cliente de 鶹Reviewed in Mexico on May 25, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Maravillado
Verified PurchaseEs una excelente compra. Se calienta un poco la barra del lado de apagado. Pero aún así la calidad de sonido es excelente, sonido muy profesional. Nunca se distorsiona, aunque le pongas una canción con súper bajos, lo reproduce sin distorsión. Encantado con mi compra.
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Reviewed in Mexico on May 25, 2025
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Luis Antonio Arellano VelazquezReviewed in Mexico on May 1, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente calidad de sonido
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El vídeo no le hace justicia al sonido. Gran barra !!
- ErnieReviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022
4.0 out of 5 stars Impressive for the price
Verified PurchaseNot bad for the price. I had the older gen sonos playbar and sub. The playbar stopped working, which turned the sub into a $700 paperweight.
Sonos has no repair program, and I"m not about to drop 1k for their newest sound bar. So i got this.
How does it compare? Well... it kind of doesn't to be honest, but for the price its pretty freaking good!
Pros:
- You get a sound bar and a sub for $300!
- It has bluetooth! (Sonos didn't). It also works with airplay through iPhone or Android.
- Has a smart audio adjustment to tailor it to your room, which works great. Separation between voices and background music is pretty good, allowing you hear speech over explosions or music when watching movies.
- 5 levels of bass
- Doesn't need WiFi to work! (looking at you sonos)
Cons:
- Sound EQ could be better, the smart thing works okay but you have no control over it. But again, I had a working Sonos system right before this one so its not a fair comparison at all.
If you are on a budget, you cannot do much better than this JBL for the price. Its seriously that good.
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AlvarezReviewed in Mexico on May 19, 2025
4.0 out of 5 stars Buen sonido.
Verified PurchaseHasta ahora suena muy bien, el único detalle es que es muy tedioso y complicado la sincronización con los teléfonos