JBL Authentics 200 vs Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV
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| Feature |  JBL Authentics 200 |  Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 39,000.00 | KSh 37,000.00 |
| Battery | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Weight | — | 1.97kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | Bose |
| Model | Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker |
| Type | Smart Speaker | Soundbar |
| Announced | — | 2020 |
| Color | — | Black |
Design
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | — | 593.4 × 56.1 × 102.1mm |
| Weight | — | 1.97kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Bluetooth Range | — | Up to 10m / 33ft |
| Wi-Fi | — | N/A — no Wi-Fi connectivity |
| Wired Inputs | — | Optical digital input, 3.5mm AUX input and 3.5mm BASS output |
| HDMI | — | 1 × HDMI ARC with CEC |
| USB | — | N/A — no user USB input |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | — | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | — | Bose SimpleSync compatible |
| App Support | — | N/A — no companion app required |
Features
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | N/A — not a home-cinema product | Dolby Digital, dialogue mode, HDMI ARC/CEC and optional wired Bose Bass Module support |
| Voice Assistant | — | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Special Features | — | Auto-wake, enhanced dialogue and Bose SimpleSync compatibility |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | AC mains | AC mains |
| Battery Life | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Charging Time | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Fast Charging | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Charging Port | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Power Consumption | — | Standby: |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | Remote control with preinstalled battery |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety instructions |
| Power Cable | — | AC power cord |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | — | Optical digital audio cable; HDMI cable not supplied |
| Mounting Accessories | — | N/A — wall bracket sold separately |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | — | Compact 2.0-channel soundbar with three-speaker array |
| Drivers | — | 3-speaker array; Bose does not publish driver dimensions |
| Audio Channels | — | 2.0-channel |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | Dialogue mode and adjustable bass |
| Audio Features | — | Dolby Digital; enhanced dialogue reproduction |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Authentics 200 | Bose TV Speaker – Soundbar for TV |
|---|---|---|
| Controls | — | Supplied remote control and HDMI-CEC TV control |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | N/A — indoor mains-powered design |
| Materials | — | Metal and plastic |
| Placement / Mounting | — | Tabletop or optional Bose Soundbar Wall Bracket |
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