JBL Authentics 300 vs JBL Cinema SB550
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| Feature |  JBL Authentics 300 |  JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 45,000.00 | KSh 35,500.00 |
| Battery | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Weight | — | Soundbar: 2.5 kg; subwoofer: 4.2 kg |
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General
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | JBL | JBL |
| Model | Authentics 300 | Cinema SB550 |
| Type | Smart Speaker | Soundbar with Subwoofer |
| Color | — | Black |
Design
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | — | Soundbar: 950 × 64 × 80 mm; subwoofer: 200 × 324 × 250 mm |
| Weight | — | Soundbar: 2.5 kg; subwoofer: 4.2 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
Connectivity
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs | — | A2DP v1.3; AVRCP v1.6 |
| Wired Inputs | — | Optical; USB Type-A; HDMI ARC |
| HDMI | — | 1 HDMI ARC output; HDCP 1.4 |
| USB | — | 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 |
Features
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | 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 | N/A — not a home-cinema product | 3.1-channel Dolby Audio; HDMI ARC; wireless subwoofer |
| Special Features | — | Bluetooth 5.3; low-profile soundbar design |
Power & Battery
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | AC mains | 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains |
| Battery Life | N/A — mains-powered product | N/A — mains-powered product |
| Charging Time | N/A — mains-powered product | — |
| Fast Charging | N/A — mains-powered product | — |
| Charging Port | N/A — mains-powered product | — |
| Power Consumption | — | Standby less than 0.5 W |
What's in the Box
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Authentics 300 | 1 × soundbar |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | 1 × wireless subwoofer |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | Remote control with batteries |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick start guide; warranty card; safety sheet |
| Power Cable | — | Power cords (up to 8 pcs depending on region SKU) |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | — | 1 × HDMI cable |
| Mounting Accessories | — | Wall-mount bracket kit with screws |
Audio
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker Configuration | — | 3.1 channel |
| Drivers | — | Soundbar: 3 × (45 × 100) mm racetrack drivers + 2 × 13 mm tweeters; subwoofer: 5.25 in (133 mm) wireless subwoofer |
| Frequency Response | — | 45 Hz – 20 kHz (-10 dB) |
| Total Power Output | — | 250 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 150 W; subwoofer 100 W) |
| Amplifier | — | Soundbar 150 W + subwoofer 100 W; max @ THD 1% |
| Audio Channels | — | 3.1 |
| Audio Features | — | Dolby Audio; 3.1-channel soundbar; wireless subwoofer |
Design & Controls
| Specification | JBL Authentics 300 | JBL Cinema SB550 |
|---|---|---|
| Placement / Mounting | — | Tabletop or wall mount; wall-mount bracket kit included |
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