JBL Bar 800 MK2

JBL Bar 800MK2 7.1-Channel Dolby Atmos Soundbar

Transform your living room into a more immersive entertainment space with the JBL Bar 800MK2 7.1-channel soundbar system. Designed for home cinema, streaming, music and gaming, this powerful JBL soundbar combines Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual, MultiBeam 3.0 and detachable wireless surround speakers to create a wider, more enveloping audio experience.

With up to 780W of maximum system output, a dedicated 10-inch wireless subwoofer and JBL's PureVoice 2.0 dialogue enhancement, the JBL Bar 800MK2 brings cinematic sound, impactful bass and clearer dialogue to compatible TVs and entertainment systems. Its detachable rear speakers make it especially convenient for people who want surround sound without permanently installing extra rear-speaker cables across the room.

Available in black, the JBL Bar 800MK2 is an all-in-one home entertainment upgrade for movie lovers, sports fans, music listeners and gamers looking for a premium soundbar system.

Key Features of the JBL Bar 800MK2

1. Immersive 7.1-channel surround sound

The JBL Bar 800MK2 is designed as a 7.1-channel soundbar system, combining the main soundbar, two detachable wireless surround speakers and a wireless subwoofer.

The detachable speakers can be removed from either end of the main soundbar and positioned behind your seating area to create a more convincing surround-sound experience. This helps sound effects, music and action feel more spacious than they typically do through built-in television speakers.

The wireless surround speakers are particularly useful for home cinema setups where running speaker cables around the room would be inconvenient. Place them behind you for movie night, then return them to the soundbar when the session is over.

2. Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual

Enjoy compatible entertainment with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual audio technologies. These formats and processing technologies are designed to create a more three-dimensional impression of sound, helping you feel more involved in films, series and supported games.

Hear sound effects spread across the listening space, from the movement of vehicles to environmental effects and cinematic action. The result depends on the source content, audio format, room layout and system configuration.

For compatible Dolby Atmos content, HDMI eARC provides a suitable connection for transmitting high-quality audio from a compatible television. DTS Virtual adds another spatial-audio option for supported content and listening configurations.

3. Up to 780W maximum output power

The JBL Bar 800MK2 advertises up to 780W of maximum system output power, with 390W RMS specified at 1% total harmonic distortion in the manufacturer's technical information.

This power rating is distributed across the main soundbar, detachable surround speakers and subwoofer. It gives the system capacity to deliver energetic movie soundtracks, music and game audio in a home entertainment setting.

Power ratings measured under different conditions should not be compared as if they were identical. The 780W figure is maximum output, not RMS output.

4. Dedicated 10-inch wireless subwoofer

Feel deeper bass effects from the dedicated 10-inch (260mm) wireless subwoofer. The subwoofer adds low-frequency impact to movie explosions, action sequences, sporting events, electronic music and other bass-heavy content.

Because the subwoofer connects wirelessly to the main system, you can position it in a convenient location without running a separate audio cable from the soundbar. It still requires a suitable power connection.

For best results, position the subwoofer where it can perform effectively in your room, avoiding obstructed vents and experimenting with placement if bass sounds uneven.

5. Detachable wireless surround speakers

One of the JBL Bar 800MK2's most distinctive features is its pair of detachable surround speakers. Simply lift them off the ends of the soundbar and position them behind your seating area for a more immersive surround-sound arrangement.

The speakers have built-in rechargeable batteries and offer up to 10 hours of playback, depending on listening volume and the content being played. When you finish listening, place them back on the main soundbar to recharge.

This design reduces the need for dedicated rear-speaker power connections during use and provides flexibility for different room layouts.

6. MultiBeam 3.0 for a wider soundstage

JBL MultiBeam 3.0 is designed to spread sound across a wider listening area, creating a more spacious, cinema-like presentation.

Instead of audio seeming to come from a narrow point beneath the television, compatible sound processing helps broaden the perceived soundstage. This can make films, television, sports and games feel more engaging, particularly when combined with the detachable surround speakers.

The final result depends on room dimensions, furniture, speaker placement and the audio material being played.

7. PureVoice 2.0 for clearer dialogue

Follow conversations more easily with JBL PureVoice 2.0. This JBL audio technology automatically optimises dialogue based on the ambient sound in a scene and the soundbar's volume level.

It is particularly useful for films and television programmes that mix quiet dialogue with louder action, music or sound effects. By helping voices remain intelligible, PureVoice 2.0 can reduce the need to continually adjust the volume when a scene changes.

8. SmartDetails sound enhancement

SmartDetails is JBL's sound-enhancement technology designed to make quieter elements of a soundtrack easier to hear. It can help bring out subtle details such as environmental sounds, distant voices and small effects in a film's audio mix.

Combined with the system's surround capabilities, it contributes to a more detailed and engaging listening experience with compatible material.

9. Broadcasting mode

The detachable speakers provide more flexibility than a conventional fixed soundbar setup. JBL's Broadcasting feature allows you to take one of the wireless speakers with you when you need to step away from the main listening area. Both can be used together for stereo sound in supported broadcasting use.

This can be useful when following a television programme or audio content while moving around your home. The experience and available functions depend on the system's configuration and supported features.

10. Night Listening mode

Enjoy personal listening without having to use the full soundbar system at a higher volume. With Night Listening enabled through the JBL ONE app, the main soundbar and subwoofer are muted while the detachable speakers deliver audio at your preferred listening position.

This is useful when watching a programme late at night or when you want to reduce disturbance to other people in the home. Actual performance depends on your room and listening conditions.

11. Automatic sound calibration

Rooms affect how audio is heard. Walls, furniture, room dimensions and the location of the speakers can change the way sound reflects around your space.

The JBL Bar 800MK2 includes easy sound calibration designed to analyse room reflections and optimise its surround presentation for the listening environment. This helps make setup easier and supports a more consistent listening experience in different room layouts.

For the best result, follow the manufacturer's setup instructions and position the speakers as recommended.

12. HDMI eARC and 4K Dolby Vision passthrough

Connect compatible entertainment devices using the system's HDMI connections. HDMI eARC allows compatible televisions to send high-quality audio to the soundbar through a single HDMI cable.

The system also supports 4K video passthrough with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision passthrough specifications listed by JBL. Connect a compatible video source to the soundbar's HDMI input when appropriate, then connect the soundbar to the television using its HDMI output.

To benefit from a particular audio or video format, the source device, television, connection path and content must all support that format.

13. Wi-Fi streaming and popular music services

The JBL Bar 800MK2 supports Wi-Fi networking and a selection of connected music-streaming ecosystems. JBL lists Apple AirPlay, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect and Roon Ready among its supported streaming options.

These capabilities let you play compatible music and podcasts without relying exclusively on a Bluetooth connection. Availability can depend on the service, app, subscription, network configuration and country.

14. Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity

Bluetooth 5.3 allows compatible smartphones, tablets and other Bluetooth-enabled devices to connect wirelessly for audio playback.

Stream music, podcasts and other audio from a compatible device without needing a physical audio cable. Bluetooth profiles listed by JBL include A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.5.

Bluetooth playback quality and range can vary with the connected device, wireless interference and the environment.

15. JBL ONE app and sound customisation

Use the JBL ONE app to set up and customise the soundbar. The app supports sound adjustment with an equaliser, access to supported music services and software upgrades.

This gives you a convenient way to adjust your listening experience and manage compatible features from a supported smartphone, rather than relying only on the physical remote control.

App features and music-service integrations may vary by country, software version and subscription availability.

16. Voice-assistant integration

The JBL Bar 800MK2 can work with compatible voice-assistant-enabled speakers or devices, including supported Google Assistant and Siri configurations.

When correctly linked through a compatible ecosystem, you can use your existing voice-enabled device to control supported music playback functions. This does not mean the soundbar necessarily has a built-in microphone or that every voice assistant feature is available independently in every region.

17. A versatile upgrade for movies, music and gaming

The JBL Bar 800MK2 is suited to several home entertainment uses:

• Movies and streaming: Experience more immersive sound effects, surround audio and enhanced dialogue.

• Sports: Hear commentary, crowd noise and match-day atmosphere with a wider sound presentation.

• Gaming: Add greater impact and spatial audio to compatible games and console setups.

• Music: Stream compatible music over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and enjoy deeper bass from the subwoofer.

• Everyday television: Upgrade from built-in TV speakers and improve the overall listening experience.

The soundbar works with compatible televisions and other supported devices. Confirm the available connections and audio formats on your equipment before purchasing.

JBL Bar 800MK2 technical specifications

USB playback is listed as available on the US version; on other regional versions, the USB port may be for service only. Confirm the functions supported by the exact unit being sold.

What's in the box?

JBL's listed package contents include:

• JBL Bar 800MK2 main soundbar

• Two detachable wireless surround speakers

• One wireless subwoofer

• Remote control with two batteries

• Power cords, quantity dependent on regional SKU

• One HDMI cable

• Wall-mount brackets for the soundbar and surround speakers, with screws

• Four side caps

• Quick Start Guide

• Safety instructions and warranty card

• Wall-mount template

Package contents and power-cord configuration may vary by regional version. Confirm the items included with the actual unit supplied.

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Upgrade your home entertainment with the JBL Bar 800MK2, a premium 7.1-channel soundbar system that combines detachable wireless surround speakers, Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual, MultiBeam 3.0 and a dedicated 10-inch wireless subwoofer.

Whether you want more immersive movie nights, fuller music playback, clearer dialogue or a better sound experience for compatible games, this JBL system brings multiple home audio features together in one flexible package.

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