Description
JBL Bar 1300 11.1.4 Channel Soundbar System
The JBL Bar 1300 is a premium 11.1.4-channel home theatre soundbar system designed to deliver immersive Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® audio without the complexity of a conventional wired surround setup. The system combines a powerful main soundbar, two detachable wireless surround speakers and a dedicated wireless subwoofer for a complete cinematic audio experience.
The main soundbar features six 46 × 90 mm racetrack drivers, five 0.75-inch (20 mm) tweeters and four 2.75-inch (70 mm) up-firing full-range drivers. The up-firing drivers are designed to reproduce height effects from compatible Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® soundtracks, while JBL MultiBeam™ technology helps create a wider soundstage around the listening position.
The two detachable wireless surround speakers allow true rear-channel placement without running permanent speaker cables across the room. Each surround speaker incorporates a 46 × 90 mm racetrack driver, a 0.75-inch (20 mm) tweeter, a 2.75-inch (70 mm) up-firing full-range driver and two 48 × 69 mm rounded-rectangle passive radiators.
For dedicated low-frequency reproduction, the JBL Bar 1300 includes a wireless subwoofer equipped with a 10-inch (260 mm) driver. JBL specifies up to 300W maximum output for the subwoofer at 1% THD, complementing the soundbar and surround speakers with deeper bass for movie soundtracks, music and gaming.
The complete system provides up to 1170W total speaker output at 1% THD. JBL specifies 650W maximum output for the soundbar, 2 × 110W for the detachable surround speakers and 300W for the wireless subwoofer. The system frequency response is specified at 33Hz–20kHz (-6dB).
The detachable surround speakers contain integrated lithium batteries and provide up to 10 hours of playback depending on content and volume level. They can be positioned around the listening area for surround playback and then returned to the soundbar for convenient recharging.
Connectivity includes three HDMI inputs and one HDMI eARC output, with HDCP 2.3 and support for HDR10 and Dolby Vision passthrough. Additional connections include optical input, Bluetooth and USB, while dual-band Wi-Fi enables network connectivity and supported streaming services through the JBL ONE ecosystem.
The JBL Bar 1300 is suitable for premium living-room home theatre systems, dedicated media rooms, gaming setups and large-screen TV installations where immersive surround sound and flexible wireless speaker placement are desired.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | JBL |
| Model | Bar 1300 |
| Product Type | 11.1.4-Channel Soundbar System with Detachable Wireless Surround Speakers and Subwoofer |
| Sound System | 11.1.4 channel |
| Total Speaker Power Output | 1170W maximum @ 1% THD |
| Soundbar Output Power | 650W maximum @ 1% THD |
| Surround Speaker Output | 2 × 110W maximum @ 1% THD |
| Subwoofer Output | 300W maximum @ 1% THD |
| Soundbar Drivers | 6 × 46 × 90 mm racetrack drivers + 5 × 0.75-inch (20 mm) tweeters + 4 × 2.75-inch (70 mm) up-firing full-range drivers |
| Surround Speaker Drivers | Each: 1 × 46 × 90 mm racetrack driver + 1 × 0.75-inch (20 mm) tweeter + 1 × 2.75-inch (70 mm) up-firing full-range driver + 2 × 48 × 69 mm passive radiators |
| Subwoofer Driver | 1 × 10-inch (260 mm) |
| Audio Formats | Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X® |
| Audio Technology | JBL MultiBeam™ |
| Frequency Response | 33Hz–20kHz (-6dB) |
| HDMI Inputs | 3 |
| HDMI Output | 1 × HDMI eARC |
| HDMI HDCP | HDCP 2.3 |
| HDR Passthrough | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| Optical Input | 1 |
| Bluetooth | Main soundbar: Bluetooth 5.0; detachable surround speakers: Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4GHz and 5GHz |
| USB | Type-A; MP3 playback availability varies by region |
| Surround Battery | 3.635V, 6600mAh lithium battery |
| Surround Speaker Playback | Up to 10 hours, depending on content and volume level |
| Total Soundbar Dimensions | 1376 × 60 × 139 mm (W × H × D) |
| Total Soundbar Dimensions – Inches | 54.2 × 2.4 × 5.5 inches (W × H × D) |
| Main Soundbar Dimensions | 1000 × 60 × 139 mm (W × H × D) |
| Detachable Surround Dimensions | 202 × 60 × 139 mm each (W × H × D) |
| Subwoofer Dimensions | 305 × 440.4 × 305 mm (W × H × D) |
| Soundbar Weight | 4.3 kg |
| Surround Speaker Weight | 1.25 kg each |
| Subwoofer Weight | 10 kg |
| Power Supply | 100–240V AC, 50/60Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C–45°C |
| Networked Standby Power | < 2.0W |
| Wall Mounting | Supported; mounting brackets and screws supplied |
Key Features
- 11.1.4-Channel Configuration: Combines the main soundbar, two detachable wireless surround speakers and a dedicated wireless subwoofer.
- Dolby Atmos® & DTS:X®: Supports immersive object-based surround formats with dedicated up-firing drivers for height effects.
- 1170W Maximum Output: Provides up to 1170W total speaker output at 1% THD across the complete system.
- Detachable Wireless Surround Speakers: Position the surround speakers around the listening area without running permanent speaker cables.
- Up to 10-Hour Battery: Integrated lithium batteries provide up to 10 hours of surround playback depending on content and volume.
- 10-Inch Wireless Subwoofer: A 260 mm driver provides dedicated low-frequency reproduction with up to 300W maximum output at 1% THD.
- JBL MultiBeam™: Helps create a wider soundstage for immersive home theatre listening.
- Up-Firing Height Drivers: Four dedicated 70 mm up-firing drivers in the soundbar and additional height drivers in the surrounds reproduce compatible height effects.
- HDMI eARC: Provides high-bandwidth audio connectivity with compatible televisions.
- 4K HDR Passthrough: Supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision passthrough through HDMI.
- Wireless Streaming: Supports Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity alongside supported network music services.
- JBL ONE App: Provides setup, supported streaming access, speaker settings and software updates.
Ideal For
- Premium Dolby Atmos Home Theatre Systems
- Dedicated Home Cinema Rooms
- Large Living Room Entertainment Systems
- 4K TV and Streaming Entertainment
- Movies and TV Shows
- Gaming
- Music Streaming
- Wireless Surround Sound Installations
- Large-Screen TV Systems
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