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Neither JBL Bar 3.1 nor JBL Bar 5.1 were recommended by experts this month

On 8 Jan 2025 (11 months ago) we went through 93 Sound Bar expert endorsements , however neither JBL Bar 3.1 nor JBL Bar 5.1 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Sound Bar received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Sonos Arc Ultra or other critically acclaimed Sound Bars of this month.

For reference, Sonos Arc Ultra received 6 endorsements this month, from TechRadar (24 Dec 2024), Tom's Guide (22 Nov 2024) PCMag (25 Nov 2024) and 3 others.

Rank	Change	Price	Sound Bar	Rtings.com	TechRadar	Tom's Guide	PCMag	What Hi-Fi	TechHive	World Wide Stereo	WIRED	SoundGuys	Digital Trends
1	-	Check price	Sonos Arc Ultra	-	3	1	1	1	-	-	8	-	2
N/A	N/A	Check price	JBL Bar 3.1	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-
N/A	N/A	Check price	JBL Bar 5.1	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-

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As can be seen below, in Jan 2025 neither JBL Bar 3.1 nor JBL Bar 5.1 were recommended by key experts who publish Sound Bars recommendations.

Rank	Change	Price	Sound Bar	Rtings.com	TechRadar	Tom's Guide	PCMag	What Hi-Fi	TechHive	World Wide Stereo	WIRED	SoundGuys	Digital Trends
1	-	Check price	Sonos Arc Ultra	-	3	1	1	1	-	-	8	-	2
2	-	$483	Sonos Beam Gen 2 The Sonos Beam Gen 2 is a compact and stylish soundbar that delivers excellent audio quality for both music and movies, with versatile connectivity options and compatibility with Dolby Atmos, making it a recommended choice for Sonos fans and those seeking high-quality audio enjoyment.	6	-	-	7	4	4	10	-	2	-
3	-	$1298	Samsung HW-Q990C The Samsung HW-Q990C soundbar is highly praised for its exceptional sound quality, immersive experience, and extensive connectivity options, making it a top choice for enhancing TV audio and creating a cinematic home theater experience.	-	-	-	6	-	5	-	6	-	1
4	-	$1498	Samsung HW-Q990D	1	4	-	-	7	-	-	-	-	-
5	-	$227	Polk Audio React The Polk Audio React soundbar is a versatile and budget-friendly device that offers big, detailed, and immersive sound for movies, music, and TV shows, with four audio modes and a variety of connectivity options.	-	-	-	-	-	1	3	-	-	-
6	-	Check price	Polk Audio MagniFi Mini The Polk Audio MagniFi Mini is a compact soundbar with various connectivity options, wireless subwoofer, and Google Cast compatibility, delivering clear and powerful sound suitable for small to medium-sized rooms.	-	-	-	5	-	-	1	-	-	-
7	-	Check price	Vizio M-Series 5.1 The Vizio M-Series 5.1 Soundbar is a versatile and affordable audio system that offers excellent sound quality, making it suitable for a variety of audio content, including music and movies, and is compatible with most TVs on the market.	-	-	-	-	-	3	-	7	-	8
8	+1	$1300	JBL Bar 1300X The JBL Bar 1300X is a highly regarded soundbar that offers impressive sound quality, connectivity options, compatibility with various devices and streaming services, a sleek design, and a range of features, making it suitable for creating an immersive audio experience in various use cases.	-	11	-	3	-	-	-	11	-	-
9	-1	Check price	Bose Smart Soundbar 600 The Bose Smart Soundbar 600 is a versatile and highly compatible soundbar with exceptional sound quality, a sleek design, and a range of connectivity options.	-	10	-	-	-	-	-	5	-	6
10	-	Check price	Sony HT-A7000 The Sony HT-A7000 is a high-end soundbar with a neutral sound profile, wide and immersive soundstage, comprehensive connectivity options, and advanced features such as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, making it a great choice for enhancing the listening experience.	-	7	6	-	-	-	-	12	-	-
11	-	$298	Sony HT-S2000 The Sony HT-S2000 soundbar is highly praised for its sound quality, clarity, and dialogue reproduction, making it suitable for both music and movie playback in larger rooms with high ceilings.	-	2	-	-	3	-	-	-	-	-
15	-	$350	Klipsch Flexus Core 200	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	2	-	9
16	+1	$2199	Devialet Dione The Devialet Dione soundbar is a high-end, innovative speaker that offers exceptional sound quality, powerful bass, and a sleek design, making it suitable for both music and movie playback.	-	-	4	-	-	-	6	-	-	-
17	+1	$1000	Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus The Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus is a versatile and high-end soundbar that offers impressive sound quality, advanced features, and customization options for an immersive audio experience.	-	-	-	-	-	-	8	-	-	7
18	+1	$702	Sonos Arc The Sonos Arc is a high-end soundbar with impressive sound quality, expansive soundstage, and modern design, ideal for those seeking an immersive surround sound experience for movies and music.	-	-	-	-	5	-	11	-	-	-
19	+1	$1400	Nakamichi Shockwafe Ultra 9.2	7	-	-	-	-	-	-	13	-	-
20	-4	$210	ZVOX AccuVoice AV157 The ZVOX AccuVoice AV157 soundbar is a great option for those who struggle to hear TV dialogue, with its proprietary AccuVoice and SuperVoice technologies improving the intelligibility of spoken words and its dedicated center channel aiding in dialogue clarity.	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	10	-	10
21	+1	Check price	Sony Bravia Theater Quad	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	9	-	13
22	-1	$199	Sonos Ray The Sonos Ray soundbar is a high-quality and affordable option with excellent clarity and crispness in sound, Wi-Fi connectivity, multi-room setup capabilities, and compatibility with most TVs and wireless streaming devices.	-	-	-	-	-	-	12	-	-	11
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From Seller:

JBL Surround sound makes movies come alive
JBL Surround sound with 450W of power. Max SPL - 103db. Frequency Response - 35Hz to 20KHz
Thrilling bass from a 10" (250mm) wireless subwoofer
Wireless music streaming with Bluetooth
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From Seller:

JBL 5.1 surround sound with 510W of power
Detachable, battery-powered wireless surround speakers
Thrilling bass from a 10 Inch (250mm) wireless subwoofer
Wireless music streaming with Bluetooth
True 4K connectivity with 3 HDMI in/1 HDMI out (ARC)
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Weight

5.1 lbs

8.8 lbs

Dimensions

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Frequency Response What is the frequency response of the sound bar?

35-20,000 Hz

Output power What is the output power of the speaker?

450 watts

510 watts

Speaker sensitivity What is the sensitivity of the speaker?

103 dB

104 dB

Speaker composition What is the cabinet of the speaker made out of?

ABS

Speaker Design Number of drivers in the speaker

Two-Way

Number of tweeters How many tweeters does the speaker have?

1 tweeters

3 tweeters

Number of Subwoofers How many subwoofers does the speaker have?

1 woofers

Separate subwoofer included Does the soundbar comes with a separate subwoofer?

No

Bluetooth Capability Does the speaker support wireless connection?

Yes

Bluetooth range What is the Bluetooth range of the speaker?

33 ft

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Supported connections What type of connections does the speaker support?

HDMI input, HDMI output, USB, audio line-in, digital audio input (optical)

Power cables (up to 5pcs depending on region SKUs)
HDMI cable
AUX cable
Optical cable

Hi-resolution audio Does the speaker support hi-resolution audio playback?

Yes

Rechargeable battery Does the speaker have a built in rechargeable battery?

No

FM Radio capability Does the speaker have an FM radio?

No

Built-in microphone Does the speaker have a built-in microphone?

No

Wi-fi enabled Is the speaker capable of connecting to wi-fi?

No

App/Smartphone controlled Is the speaker can be controlled by an app or a smartphone?

No

ENERGY STAR certified Is the speaker energy star certified?

No

Chromecast built-in Does the speaker have a built-in Chromecast playback?

No

Airplay capability Does the speaker support Airplay technology?

No

IR Remote Learning Can the speaker be controlled with an external (universal) remote?

Yes

Included Accessories What are the accessories included with the speaker?

Wireless subwoofer
Remote control with battery
Power adaptor
Power cables (number and types varied by region)
HDMI cable
AUX cable
Wall-mount bracket kit
Quickstart guide
Warranty card
Safety sheet

Wireless subwoofer
2 x Wireless surround sound speakers
Remote control with battery
Power cables (up to 5pcs depending on region SKUs)
HDMI cable
AUX cable
Optical cable
Calibration microphone
Wall mount bracket kit
Quick start guide
Warranty card
Safety sheet

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