JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W vs JBL Cinema SB550
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| Feature |  JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W |  JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 44,000.00 | KSh 35,500.00 |
| Battery | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Weight | Soundbar: 2.14 kg; subwoofer: 5.61 kg | Soundbar: 2.5 kg; subwoofer: 4.2 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL |
| Model | Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | Cinema SB550 |
| Type | Soundbar with Subwoofer | Soundbar with Subwoofer |
| Color | Black | Black |
Design
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | Soundbar: 965 × 56 × 85 mm; subwoofer: 240 × 240 × 379 mm | Soundbar: 950 × 64 × 80 mm; subwoofer: 200 × 324 × 250 mm |
| Weight | Soundbar: 2.14 kg; subwoofer: 5.61 kg | Soundbar: 2.5 kg; subwoofer: 4.2 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | A2DP v1.3; AVRCP v1.5 | A2DP v1.3; AVRCP v1.6 |
| Wired Inputs | 1 optical; USB Type-A; HDMI input | Optical; USB Type-A; HDMI ARC |
| HDMI | 1 HDMI video input; 1 HDMI ARC output; HDMI 1.4 | 1 HDMI ARC output; HDCP 1.4 |
| USB | Type-A; 5 V DC, 0.5 A; MP3 and WAV playback | Type-A; 5 V DC, 0.5 A; MP3 (US playback; service-only in other versions) |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
Features
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product | N/A — not a party-speaker product |
| Home Cinema Features | 2.1-channel JBL Surround Sound; Dolby Digital; HDMI ARC | 3.1-channel Dolby Audio; HDMI ARC; wireless subwoofer |
| Special Features | Wireless 6.5 in subwoofer; Bluetooth music streaming | Bluetooth 5.3; low-profile soundbar design |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | 2.1 channel | 3.1 channel |
| Drivers | Soundbar: 4 × racetrack drivers + 2 × 1 in tweeters; subwoofer: 6.5 in | Soundbar: 3 × (45 × 100) mm racetrack drivers + 2 × 13 mm tweeters; subwoofer: 5.25 in (133 mm) wireless subwoofer |
| Frequency Response | 40 Hz – 20 kHz | 45 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB) |
| Total Power Output | 300 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 2 × 50 W; subwoofer 200 W) | 250 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 150 W; subwoofer 100 W) |
| Amplifier | Soundbar 2 × 50 W + subwoofer 200 W; max @ THD 1% | Soundbar 150 W + subwoofer 100 W; max @ THD 1% |
| Audio Channels | 2.1 | 3.1 |
| Audio Features | JBL Surround Sound; Dolby Digital; wireless 6.5 in subwoofer | Dolby Audio; 3.1-channel soundbar; wireless subwoofer |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains |
| Battery Life | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Power Consumption | Soundbar and subwoofer standby less than 0.5 W | Standby less than 0.5 W |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Placement / Mounting | Tabletop or wall mount; wall-mount bracket kit included | Tabletop or wall mount; wall-mount bracket kit included |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 | 300W | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | 1 × soundbar | 1 × soundbar |
| Subwoofer | 1 × wireless subwoofer | 1 × wireless subwoofer |
| Remote Control | Remote control with batteries | Remote control with batteries |
| Power Cable | Power cords (up to 8 pcs depending on region SKU) | Power cords (up to 8 pcs depending on region SKU) |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | 1 × HDMI cable | 1 × HDMI cable |
| Mounting Accessories | Wall-mount bracket kit with screws | Wall-mount bracket kit with screws |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick start guide; warranty card; safety sheet | Quick start guide; warranty card; safety sheet |
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