Does the JBL Bar 5.1 come with rear speakers?

No. It is a single bar plus a wireless subwoofer, and it creates surround sound virtually rather than from rear speakers.

Does it support 4K passthrough?

Yes. Its HDMI ports pass 4K video through to the TV, so you can route a console or streamer through the bar.

Can I stream music to it over Bluetooth?

Yes. It pairs over Bluetooth with phones and tablets. It has no Wi-Fi or built-in streaming services.

Is the subwoofer wireless?

Yes. The subwoofer connects wirelessly to the bar, but it still needs its own power outlet.

How does it compare with a true 5.1 system?

It is simpler to set up and needs fewer cables, but real rear speakers place surround effects more precisely than virtual surround.

Can I add rear speakers later?

No. The Bar 5.1 is a fixed bar-and-subwoofer system with no option to add separate rear speakers.

Where is the JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar cheapest?

At Walmart, for $399.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar

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JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar

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Last seen at $399.95 at Walmart on Nov 11.

Our take on the JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar

The JBL Bar 5.1 is a 5.1-channel soundbar with a 10-inch wireless subwoofer and built-in virtual surround processing. It passes 4K video through its HDMI ports and connects over Bluetooth, so it handles a TV, a console and phone streaming from one bar. It suits people who want room-filling bass and simulated surround without rear speakers or an AV receiver. Against rival bars with real rear speakers, its surround is less precise, but the large subwoofer gives it more low-end weight than most bars at its level.

Best forMovie watchers who want bass without rear speakersLiving rooms where running speaker cable is impracticalTV owners who want one bar for streaming and consoles

Pros

10-inch wireless subwoofer gives deep, room-filling bass
Built-in virtual surround widens the sound beyond the bar
HDMI 4K passthrough keeps video quality intact
Bluetooth streaming from phones and tablets
Fewer boxes and cables than a true 5.1 speaker set

Cons

Virtual surround cannot match real rear speakers for placement
Large subwoofer needs floor space near a power outlet
Dialogue clarity can suffer in loud action scenes
No Wi-Fi or built-in music streaming services

JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar prices at every store

WalmartNew
In stockSold by TechoramaReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
$399.95Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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What reviewers say

Owners generally like the strong bass and simple setup, and many find the virtual surround convincing for a single bar. The most common complaints are that dialogue gets lost in loud scenes and that the surround effect is not as precise as a system with rear speakers.

What people mention

BassPraisedOwners say the 10-inch subwoofer delivers deep, powerful low end for movies and music.
Surround effectMixedReviewers find the virtual surround widens the sound but does not place effects as precisely as rear speakers.
DialogueCriticisedSome owners say speech gets buried under loud music and effects in action scenes.
SetupPraisedBuyers report quick, simple setup with the wireless subwoofer and few cables.
Subwoofer sizeCriticisedThe subwoofer is large and needs floor space and a nearby power outlet.

About the JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar

The JBL Bar 5.1 is a soundbar with built-in virtual surround sound. It comes with a 10-inch wireless subwoofer and supports 4K video.

Brand: JBL
Model: JBL2GBAR51IMBLKAM
Color: Black
Surround sound: Built-in virtual surround
Subwoofer: 10" wireless subwoofer
Video: 4K

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Does the JBL Bar 5.1 come with rear speakers?: No. It is a single bar plus a wireless subwoofer, and it creates surround sound virtually rather than from rear speakers.
Does it support 4K passthrough?: Yes. Its HDMI ports pass 4K video through to the TV, so you can route a console or streamer through the bar.
Can I stream music to it over Bluetooth?: Yes. It pairs over Bluetooth with phones and tablets. It has no Wi-Fi or built-in streaming services.
Is the subwoofer wireless?: Yes. The subwoofer connects wirelessly to the bar, but it still needs its own power outlet.
How does it compare with a true 5.1 system?: It is simpler to set up and needs fewer cables, but real rear speakers place surround effects more precisely than virtual surround.
Can I add rear speakers later?: No. The Bar 5.1 is a fixed bar-and-subwoofer system with no option to add separate rear speakers.
Where is the JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar cheapest?: At Walmart, for $399.95, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the JBL Bar 5.1 Soundbar?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.