- Key Features
  
  Dolby Atmos + MultiBeam surround sound — creates 3-D overhead and surround effects for movies, games, and music.
  
  5.1-channel system with wireless subwoofer — the setup includes a 10″ wireless subwoofer for deep, thumping bass and a full soundbar for mids/highs.
  
  Strong overall power output (~590 W total) — provides enough headroom to fill medium to fairly large living rooms with room-filling sound.
  
  Wide connectivity & modern features — HDMI eARC (so you get high-res audio passthrough), support for streaming and phones, good compatibility with modern TVs.
  
  Dialogue clarity (PureVoice) — good for movies/shows, so you don’t miss dialogue even during heavy surround-sound scenes.
  
  Plug-and-play simplicity — no need for extra rear speakers or complex wiring; ideal for easy setup with a TV or console.

Description

JBL Bar 500 – MultiBeam 5.1 Dolby Atmos soundbar

Dolby Atmos® and MultiBeam™ Surround Sound

Immerse yourself in theatre-quality 3D surround sound. Hear extraordinary sound effects from everywhere in the room, without the need for extra surround speakers.

Built-In Wi-Fi with AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music and Chromecast built-in™

Get ready to explore. Access over 300 online music streaming services through AirPlay, Alexa MRM and Chromecast built-in™. Enjoy all of your favourite audio content, Internet radio, and podcasts in high definition. The Wi-Fi connection also allows automatic software updates, so you can always enjoy the latest features.

590W output power

With 590 watts of total system output power, the JBL Bar 500 transforms your movies, music and games into immersive sound experiences.

Features

10″ Wireless subwoofer

Thrilling, precise bass from a mighty 10″ wireless subwoofer brings the action to your movies and the emotion to your music.

PureVoice Dialogue Enhancement Technology

PureVoice technology uses our unique algorithm to optimise voice clarity to ensure you never miss a word of dialogue, even when the surround effects are at their peak.

HDMI eARC with 4K Dolby Vision Passthrough

Enjoy uncompressed Dolby Atmos surround sound through a single HDMI cable thanks to the HDMI eARC connection. The HDMI input connection also offers 4K video quality from a compatible video player or gaming console.

JBL One App

Customise EQ and control all of your compatible speakers with a single convenient app. The JBL One app helps you easily set up the soundbar, personalise settings, and browse the integrated music services to find your new favourite song.

Easy Sound Calibration

Every room is different. Our audio calibration feature ensures that the JBL Bar 500 delivers the best 3D surround effects for any interior and room layout.

Works with voice assistant-enabled speakers

Simply link the JBL Bar 500 with your voice assistant-enabled device, and you can instantly ask Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri to stream all your favourite music to the soundbar.

Description

What’s on the menu tonight? Movies, music or gaming? The JBL Bar 500 brings your movies to life with MultiBeam™ and Dolby Atmos® 3D surround sound. While PureVoice technology optimises voice clarity to ensure you never miss a word. Feel the thrilling bass from the wireless 10″ subwoofer. And with AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music (MRM) and Chromecast built-in™, you’ve got over 300 easy streaming options to choose from, whether you want to dance or you’re ready to relax. Whatever you’re in the mood for, the JBL Bar 500’s got you covered.

Specifications

General Specifications

Power supply	100 – 240V AC, ~ 50/60Hz
Networked standby power	< 2.0 W
Operating temperature	0°C – 45 °C

Audio Specifications

Total speaker power output (Max @THD 1%)	590W
Soundbar output power (Max @THD 1%)	290W
Subwoofer output power (Max. @THD 1%)	300 W
Soundbar transducer	4x (46×90)mm racetrack drivers, 3x 0.75″ (20mm) tweeters
Surround transducer	10” (260mm)
Frequency response	35Hz – 20kHz (-6dB)
Audio inputs	1 Optical, Bluetooth, USB (USB playback is available in the US version. For other versions, USB is for Service only.)

Dimensions

Subwoofer dimensions (W x H x D)	1017 x 56 x 103.5 mm / 40’’ x 2.2’’ x 4’’
Subwoofer dimensions (W x H x D)	305 x 440.4 x 305 mm / 12″ x 17.3″ x 12″
Soundbar weight	2.8kg/ 6.2 lbs
Subwoofer weight	10 kg / 22 lbs
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D)	1105 x 370 x 475 mm/ 43.5″ x 14.6″ x 18.7″
Packaging Weight	16.2 kg / 35.6 lbs

Control and Connection Specifications

USB port	Type A
USB rating	5V DC, 0.5A
Supporting file format	MP3
MP3 codec	MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3
MP3 sampling rate	16 – 48 kHz
MP3 bitrate	80 – 320 kbps
Bluetooth version	5.0
Bluetooth profile	A2DP 1.2, AVRCP 1.5
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range	2400MHz – 2483.5MHz
Bluetooth transmitter power	<15dBm (EIRP)
Wi-Fi network	IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range	2412 – 2472MHz (2.4GHz ISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 channels)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power	< 20dBm (EIRP)
5G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range	5.15 – 5.35GHz, 5.470-5.725GHz, 5.725 – 5.825GHz
5G Wi-Fi transmitter power	5.15-5.25GHz <23dBm, 5.25-5.35GHz & 5.47-5.725GHz <20dBm, 5.725-5.825GHz <14dBm (EIRP)
2.4G wireless transmitter frequency range	2406 – 2474MH
2.4G wireless transmitter power	＜10dBm (EIRP）

What’s in The Box?

1x Main soundbar
1x Wireless subwoofer
Remote control with 2 x batteries
Power cords (up to 8pcs, depending on region SKUs)
1 x HDMI cable
2 x L-shape wall-mount bracket with screws
Quick start guide
Safety instruction and Warranty card
Wall mount template