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JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2 vs JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W

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JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2

  • 4,722 mAh battery capacity.
  • Wi-Fi 6 support.
  • Up to 10 hours per charge.
  • 2,470 W rated output.
  • JBL One.
KSh 179,000In Stock
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JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W

JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W

  • 6,600 mAh battery capacity.
  • Wi-Fi 6 support.
  • Up to 12 hours per charge.
  • 1,170 W rated output.
  • Works with the JBL ONE app.
KSh 135,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2 if you want a higher 2,470 W rated output. Choose the JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W if you want a bigger 6,600 mAh battery, longer rated battery life (12 hours per charge) and a lighter build (4.3 kg).

Battery capacity

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
4,722 mAh battery capacity
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
6,600 mAh battery capacity

Battery life

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
Up to 10 hours per charge
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
Up to 12 hours per charge

Portability

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
5.93 kg
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
4.3 kg

Output power

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
2,470 W rated output
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
1,170 W rated output

Software

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2
JBL One
JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
Works with the JBL ONE app

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

JBL Soundbar 1300 MK2

  • Higher rated output: 2,470 W (vs 1,170 W).

JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W

  • Bigger battery: 6,600 mAh (vs 4,722 mAh).
  • Rated for up to 12 hours per charge (vs 10).
  • Lighter: 4.3 kg (vs 5.93 kg).
  • Larger drivers: 90 mm (vs 75 mm).
  • Lower price: KSh 135,000 (vs KSh 179,000).

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PriorityJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 / 1170W
Portability5.93 kg4.3 kg
Output power2,470 W rated output1,170 W rated output
Battery capacity4,722 mAh battery6,600 mAh battery
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6
Battery lifeUp to 10 hours per chargeUp to 12 hours per charge
SoftwareJBL OneWorks with the JBL ONE app

Detailed comparison

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General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
BrandJBLJBL
ModelBar 1300MK2Bar 1300
TypeSoundbar SystemSoundbar with Subwoofer
ColorBlackBlack

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
DimensionsComplete bar: 1404 × 58 × 136 mm; main bar: 1030 × 58 × 136 mm; each surround: 202 × 58 × 136 mm; subwoofer: 315 × 277 × 275 mm (W × H × D)Complete bar: 1376 × 60 × 139 mm; main bar: 1000 × 60 × 139 mm; each surround: 202 × 60 × 139 mm; subwoofer: 305 × 440.4 × 305 mm (W × H × D)
WeightMain bar 5.93 kg; each surround 1.3 kg; subwoofer 12 kgMain bar: 4.3 kg; each surround: 1.25 kg; subwoofer: 10 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Battery7.2 V / 4722 mAh surround batteriesDetachable surround speakers: 3.635 V, 6600 mAh lithium battery

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
BluetoothMain bar 5.3; surrounds 5.4Main bar: 5.0; detachable surrounds: 5.2
Wi-Fi802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4 and 5 GHzIEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax on 2.4/5 GHz
Wired InputsOptical audio; HDMIOptical audio; three HDMI inputs
HDMIThree HDMI inputs; one eARC output; HDCP 2.3; HDR10+ and Dolby Vision passthrough3 HDMI inputs; 1 HDMI eARC output; HDCP 2.3; HDR10 and Dolby Vision pass-through
USBUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 AUSB-A; 5 V DC / 0.5 A
Microphone / Guitar InputsBuilt-in sound-calibration microphone; no microphone or guitar inputBuilt-in sound-calibration microphone; no microphone or guitar input
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingDetachable surrounds work as standalone Bluetooth speakers or as a stereo pair; JBL One whole-home audio with compatible Bar MK2 and Cove devicesDetachable surrounds work as standalone Bluetooth speakers or as a stereo pair
App SupportJBL OneJBL ONE app
Bluetooth Profiles / Codecs—Main bar: A2DP 1.2 and AVRCP 1.5; surrounds: A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Voice AssistantWorks with connected voice-assistant devicesWorks with voice-assistant-enabled speakers; Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri via connected device
Home Cinema Features11.1.4 channels; Dolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam 3.0; room calibration; HDMI eARC; six up-firing driversDolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam; 11.1.4 channels; six up-firing drivers; detachable wireless surrounds
Special FeaturesAI Sound Boost; Broadcasting; Night Listening; JBL One whole-home audioAirPlay; Alexa Multi-Room Music; Chromecast built-in; JBL ONE EQ; easy sound calibration
Lightshow—No party lightshow
Party Features—Not a party-speaker product

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Speaker ConfigurationMain bar, two detachable wireless surrounds and wireless dual-driver subwoofer11.1.4 channel
DriversSoundbar: eight 50 x 75 mm racetracks, seven 25 mm tweeters, four 75 mm up-firing; surrounds each: two 50 x 90 mm racetracks, 50 mm full-range, 75 mm up-firing; subwoofer: two 200 mm driversSoundbar: six 46 × 90 mm racetrack drivers, five 20 mm tweeters and four 70 mm up-firing drivers; each surround: one 46 × 90 mm driver, one 20 mm tweeter, one 70 mm up-firing driver and two 48 × 69 mm passive radiators; subwoofer: 260 mm (10-inch) driver
Frequency Response33 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)33 Hz – 20 kHz (-6 dB)
Total Power Output2470 W maximum; 1235 W RMS at 1% THD1170 W maximum @ THD 1% (soundbar 650 W; surrounds 2 × 110 W; subwoofer 300 W)
Audio Channels11.1.411.1.4
Sound Modes / EQJBL One equaliser; Night Listening; automatic room calibrationJBL ONE App EQ; PureVoice dialogue enhancement; automatic sound calibration
Audio FeaturesDolby Atmos, DTS:X, MultiBeam 3.0, PureVoice 2.0, SmartDetailsDolby Atmos; DTS:X; MultiBeam; six up-firing drivers; 10-inch wireless subwoofer
Amplifier—Soundbar 650 W; surrounds 2 × 110 W; subwoofer 300 W; max @ THD 1%

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Power Source100–240 V AC; rechargeable detachable surrounds100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz mains; rechargeable lithium batteries in detachable surround speakers
Battery LifeDetachable surrounds up to 10 hoursDetachable surrounds: up to 12 hours
Charging TimeDetachable surrounds: approximately 4 hoursDetachable surrounds: approximately 4 hours
Charging PortDock on soundbar or USB-C on each detachable surroundDock on soundbar or USB-C on each detachable surround
Power ConsumptionNetworked standby: below 2 WNetworked standby less than 2.0 W

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
ControlsSoundbar volume and source buttons; remote control; JBL One appSoundbar volume and source buttons; remote control; JBL One app
Placement / MountingTabletop or wall mounting; detachable surrounds behind the listenerTabletop or wall mount; detachable surrounds can be placed behind the listener

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationJBL Soundbar 1300 MK2JBL Bar 1300 | 1170W
Speaker / SoundbarMain soundbar and two detachable surround speakers1 × main soundbar
SubwooferWireless subwooferWireless 10-inch subwoofer
Remote ControlRemote with two batteriesRemote control with 2 batteries
Power CableAC power cordsAC power cords
Audio / HDMI CableHDMI cable1 × HDMI cable
Mounting AccessoriesSoundbar and surround wall brackets with screws; mounting template2 × L-shaped brackets for main bar; 2 × U-shaped brackets for surrounds; screws; wall-mount template
Other AccessoriesFour side capsTwo side caps
DocumentationQuick-start guide, safety instructions and warranty cardQuick start guide; safety instruction; warranty card

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 6.
  • Both use HDR10 (HDMI).
  • Both go up to 240 V (power source).
  • Same USB: USB-A.
  • Same microphone / guitar inputs: built-in sound-calibration microphone.
  • Same audio channels: 11.1.4.

In summary

Choose Bar 1300 / 1170W for a larger battery and longer rated battery life; Soundbar 1300 MK2 offers more total output.

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In-stock alternatives

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