JBL Bar 500MK2 - 5.1 Channel Soundbar System

An immersive home theater experience is delivered with the JBL Bar 500MK2, designed to transform everyday TV viewing into powerful cinematic sound. Rich, room-filling audio is produced through a 5.1-channel system that combines advanced surround technologies with precise sound tuning. Crystal-clear dialogue is ensured, while a wide and detailed soundstage is created to enhance movies, series, sports, and gaming across any TV brand.

Deeper impact is added through a 10" wireless subwoofer, where low frequencies are reproduced with authority and clarity. Explosive action scenes, atmospheric soundtracks, and dynamic music playback are experienced with greater intensity thanks to a total system output of up to 750W. With support for Dolby Atmos® and DTS Virtual:X®, three-dimensional sound is projected throughout the room, creating a sense of movement and height without the need for additional speakers.

Key Features

Dolby Atmos® and DTS Virtual:X® 3D Sound
True cinematic immersion is achieved as sound is virtually positioned around and above the listener. Overhead effects, spatial movement, and environmental detail are reproduced to create a realistic three-dimensional audio experience from a single soundbar system.

750W Total System Power with 10" Wireless Subwoofer
High output performance is delivered for impactful sound reproduction. Powerful bass is produced by the large wireless subwoofer, while the soundbar handles mids and highs with clarity, resulting in balanced and dynamic audio across all content types.

MultiBeam™ 3.0 Wide Soundstage
A cinema-like sound field is created by precisely directed sound beams. Regardless of seating position, audio is evenly distributed throughout the room, ensuring consistent immersion and lifelike sound reproduction.

Universal TV Compatibility and Modern Connectivity
Seamless operation is ensured with virtually any TV brand. HDMI eARC, Bluetooth 5.3, Wi-Fi, and optical inputs are provided for flexible connections, easy streaming, and high-quality audio transmission.

Specifications

General Specifications

• Model: BAR 500MK2 (soundbar unit) / BAR 500MK2 SUB (subwoofer unit)

• Sound system: 5.1 channel

• Power supply: 100 - 240V AC, ~ 50/60Hz

• Total speaker power output (Max. @THD 1%):* 750W

• Soundbar output power (Max. @THD 1%): 450W

• Subwoofer output power* (Max. @THD 1%): 300W

• Soundbar transducer: 5x (42x80)mm racetrack drivers, 4x 0.75" (20mm) tweeters

• Subwoofer transducer: 10” (260mm)

• Networked standby power: < 2.0 W

• Operating temperature: 0°C - 45 °C

Audio Specifications

• Frequency response: 40Hz - 20kHz (-6dB)

• Audio inputs: Optical, Bluetooth, USB (USB playback is available in US version. For other versions, USB is for Service only.)

Dimensions

• Main soundbar dimensions (W x H x D): 940 x 50.5 x 104 mm / 37" x 2.0" x 4.1"

• Subwoofer dimensions (W x H x D): 325 x 400 x 325 mm / 12.8" x 15.7" x 12.8"

Weight

• Soundbar weight: 2.9kg / 6.5lbs

• Subwoofer weight: 8.1 kg / 17.8 lbs

Packaging

• Packaging dimensions (W x H x D): 1020 x 395 x 490 mm / 40.2" x 15.6" x 19.3"

• Packaging Weight: 18.0kg / 39.7lbs (EMEA/UK/AU/NZ) / 15.9kg / 34.9lbs (Others)

* RMS @THD 1%
** RMS @THD 1% 225W
*** RMS @THD 1% 375W

Control and Connection Specifications

• USB port: Type A

• USB rating: 5V DC, 0.5A

• Supporting file formats: 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: v5.3

• Bluetooth profile: A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.5

Wireless Connectivity

• Wi-Fi network: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)

• 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range: 2412 - 2472 MHz

• 2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power: < 20 dBm (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 & 5.470 - 5.725GHz <20dBm

  • 5.725 - 5.825GHz <14dBm (EIRP)

• 2.4G wireless transmitter frequency range: 2406 - 2474MHz

• 2.4G wireless transmitter power: <10dBm (EIRP)

Note: Band 5.6 - 5.64 GHz is disabled when shipped to Australia / New Zealand.

Video Specifications

• HDMI video input: 1

• HDMI video output (eARC): 1

• HDMI HDCP version: 2.3

• HDR pass through: HDR10+, Dolby Vision

What’s in the Box

• 1x Main soundbar

• 1x Wireless subwoofer

• Remote control with 2 x batteries

• Power cords (up to 6pcs depending on region SKUs)

• 1 x HDMI cable

• 2 x L-shape wall-mount bracket (main bar)

• Quick start guide

• Safety instruction and Warranty card

• Wall mount template

Conclusion
A powerful and refined home audio solution is provided by the JBL Bar 500MK2, where cinematic surround sound, deep wireless bass, and modern connectivity are combined into a single, streamlined system. High output performance and advanced audio technologies are brought together to deliver an engaging and immersive entertainment experience for movies, music, and games alike.