JBL Bar 1300 Black

Name: JBL Bar 1300 Black
Brand: JBL
SKU: 922612
Price: 1240 EUR
Availability: SoldOut
Rating: 8.9 (18 reviews)

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Product information

Key specs

	Built-in WiFi
	Bluetooth
	Width	137,5 cm
	Height	6 cm
	HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
	Sound reproduction	Surround

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Pros and cons

According to our soundbar expert

You can listen to spatial audio thanks to the 6 upfiring speakers.
Dolby Atmos sends the audio via the ceiling to your listening position, so you can enjoy surround sound.
Thanks to Harman PureVoice, you can understand dialogues loud and clear.
You have to purchase an optical cable yourself to connect the soundbar to the TV.

Description

The JBL Bar 1300 Black is the more extensive version of the JBL Bar 1000. In comparison to the 1000, this soundbar has 6 upfiring speakers which emit even more spatial sound. Dolby Atmos sends the sound from the speakers to the ceiling, and it then bounces to your listening position. This makes it feel like you're playing a part in your favorite movie. The soundbar has 2 detachable speakers that you can use as rear speakers. The included subwoofer strengthens the bass of your audio. Explosions and drums sound lifelike this way. Harman PureVoice optimizes dialogues, so you can always hear these clearly and background noise won't overshadow it. With the built-in voice assistant, you can control the soundbar with your voice.

Tips for using this product

Included by default

Manual(5.58 MB)
Detachable rear speakers (2x)
Subwoofer
Remote (batteries included)
Power cord
HDMI cable
L-shaped wall hook (2x)
U-shaped wall hook (2x)
Side covers

Reviews

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Sound quality

Review is 10 out of 10.

Connection options

Review is 10 out of 10.

Design

Review is 10 out of 10.

Options

Review is 10 out of 10.

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Review is 7,2 out of 10.

Perfect for your own cinema room, but less so for the neighb

Dolby Atmos
Detachable rear speakers
Heavy and low bass
design could be better

I was allowed to test this product and my opinion is very mixed. There are both positive and negative sides to this product for my situation.

I highly recommend this product to people who can turn the sound up loud by default because the bass is already quite loud to say the least. In addition, you have to turn up the system to be able to understand speech properly. You will get a very low and deep bass in return. I find the rear speakers very disappointing for the size. I don't get why these don't get a full sound, since they are even bigger and heavier than the JBL Charge 5, which is also from JBL. You really have to make an effort to hear sounds from the rear speakers, even though I have them turned up to their loudest. There are only 3 positions, this can be expanded. If you can turn up the sound because of the neighbors, then you have a nice dolby atmos experience with thumping bass.

Review by:
LilJuiced
Date:
21 April 2023
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,2 out of 10.

Soundbar with good sound and easy installation

Simple configuration via the JBL One app (network, calibration, equalizer, RC, etc.)
Wireless subwoofer
Separate detachable side speakers that can be used mono or stereo via Bluetooth
Speech (news, documentary) sounds very tinny compared to our previous stereo column speakers, a matter of getting used to?

The JBL BAR 1300 is a good surround soundbar that comes into its own in movies, games and music.

When listening to news, documentaries, YouTube or talk shows, I find the speech very disappointing. This one sounds very shrill and tinny in my opinion, even distorted at times in my opinion. I tried to adjust this via the equalizer, but unfortunately I was not able to get a really pleasant adjustment. Perhaps a matter of getting used to since the previous 'setup' consisted of two column speakers and a receiver.

What I really like about the JBL Bar 1300 is the wireless subwoofer. It adds an extra dimension to the sound and provides a powerful bass that pulls you completely into the movie or game. It's amazing how much difference a good subwoofer can make. This also does not feel dominant at all if properly adjusted via the JBL One app.

About this app: Setting up the soundbar was smooth and easy, and you are guided through the calibration process on first use. You can also set the equalizer here and there is a built-in remote control. Software updates (of the soundbar) are automatically updated in the background.

The design looks a bit old-fashioned, but that's personal. The option to use the side speakers separately from the main unit is a very nice addition. These can be used alone or in stereo. Ideal for the terrace / balcony in the summer, or if you are doing odd jobs in the garage and need some music.

To conclude: the JBL Bar 1300 is a great soundbar in a compact size that does not fall short in its class, but it does have a point of attention, but that should not spoil the fun in general.

Review by:
Roger
Date:
30 April 2023
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Review is 9,6 out of 10.

Excellent speaker

Dolby Atmos 3D
Powerful subwoofer
Air play
Wireless speaker not powerful enough

During the past month I have been able to experience the JBL Bar 1300 intensively. As a discerning consumer, I was looking not only for a system that delivers high-quality sound, but also for a solution that transforms my entire home entertainment experience. The JBL Bar 1300 has done this without a doubt, turning my living room into a sonic paradise that brings both movies and music to life.

However, in all honesty there are some negatives that I noticed during daily use. The buttons on the remote control show significant fading after four weeks of intensive use. This has an impact on the aesthetics and functionality of the remote control, which is a point to consider. In addition, the rear speakers seem to lack any definition, which can provide a suboptimal sound experience in some scenarios. The size of the soundbar can also be considered a disadvantage, especially in smaller rooms where space is limited. A final point to consider is that the wireless speakers are not as powerful as hoped, which can impact the overall sound fullness in specific situations.

That said, these negatives aren't necessarily dealbreakers, and overall the JBL Bar 1300 remains a powerful addition to my home entertainment system. The pros outweigh the cons, resulting in a mostly positive review of this soundbar.

Review by:
Jonis
Date:
8 January 2024
Translation:
Automatically translated from Dutch

Specifications

Product

Product
	Product number	922612
	Manufacturer code	JBLBAR1300BLKEP
	Brand	JBL
	Warranty	2 years
	Processing of your defect	Via Coolblue

Physical properties soundbar

Physical properties soundbar
	Height	6 cm
	Width	137,5 cm
	Depth	13,9 cm
	Weight	4,3 kg
	Color	Black

Properties

Properties
	Separate subwoofer
	Wireless subwoofer
	Subwoofer height	44 cm
	Subwoofer width	30,5 cm
	Subwoofer depth	30,5 cm
	Subwoofer weight	10 kg

Sound

Sound
	Sound quality according to customers	Good
	Number of audio channels	11
	Number of subwoofer channels	1
	Sound reproduction	Surround
	Surround sound	Dolby Atmos
	Surround sound systems	Dolby Atmos
	Radio

Slots

Slots
	HDMI connector
	HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel)
	Digital optical connector
	Network connector
	USB port

Connectivity

Connectivity
	Bluetooth
	Built-in WiFi
	Plays from network
	Multi-room audio
	NFC
	DLNA
	Spotify Connect
	AirPlay
	Google Cast

Smart

Smart
	Smart home platform	Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
	Compatible with smartphone / apps
	Controls via app
	Controlled via Android app
	Controlled via Apple app
	Controlled via Windows app

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	Best tested

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JBL Bar 1300 Black

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Perfect for your own cinema room, but less so for the neighb

Soundbar with good sound and easy installation

Excellent speaker

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Perfect for your own cinema room, but less so for the neighb

Soundbar with good sound and easy installation

Excellent speaker