BASS LOVERS 🔥 New JBL Soundbar JBL 1300X Review! Best JBL Soundbar?

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► JBL SOUNDBAR REVIEW - JBL 1300X SOUNDBAR REVIEW (VIDEO CHAPTERS)
00:00 JBL 1300 REVIEW
00:17 JBL 1300X SPECS
01:05 JBL 1300X AUDIO AND VIDEO CONNECTIONS
01:49 BEST ROOMS FOR THE JBL SOUNDBAR
02:24 JBL SOUNDBAR SETUP
03:45 JBL ONE APP
04:30 MANUALLY ADJUSTING THE 1300X
05:14 MEASUREMENTS
05:58 JBL SOUNDBAR FOR MUSIC
06:50 JBL SOUNDBAR FOR MOVIES
07:21 JBL SOUNDBAR SUBWOOFER (ADJUSTMENTS)
07:54 DIALOG PERFORMANCE
08:20 DETACHABLE WIRELESS SURROUNDS
08:47 JBL vs SAMSUNG SOUNDBAR (1300X vs Q990B)
09:45 JBL vs SENNHEISER
10:09 JBL vs BOSE
10:28 JBL vs B&O
10:52 WRAP-UP
11:15 KRISTI’S TAKE
11:32 SONOS ARC
11:38 NAKAMICHI SOUNDBARS
11:55 JBL vs LG SOUNDBAR (S95QR)
13:13 BOWERS & WILKINS PANORAMA 3
15:55 KLIPSCH SEVENS VS JBL 1300X
17:04 JBL 1300X DIALOG INTELLIGIBILITY
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Seriously well done! This is one of my more favorite reviews. I've been kicking around the idea of a soundbar system, so the review was super helpful. Kristi's input is fantastic! The dialog between you two, the information exchange, jogging of memory is pretty much the same things going on in my head when I am researching online or in store. Superb!

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I really like that your videos, the manner in which you (both) present information gives me the feeling of being at your friend’s house. I imagine that when you speak with viewers, the interaction might feel instantly casual and comfortable. Furthermore, it is clear that you wish for your viewers to have a pleasant listening experience regardless of their system. You both are a fan of happy listening. Thank you for your content and for being a fan of your fans. Cheers!

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Thank you so much for the kinds words! We hope to see you on the next video!

[@bonito957]

Great reviewn and the concersation at the end is very helpful. Keep comparing with older soundbars for reference. I still git the klipsch 600 with the surrounds. It made a massive difference when i placed the stands for the rear instead of having them at the back of the sofa.

[@HellBoundSinner]

A friend of mine has the Sennheiser Ambeo and that sound bar is pretty incredible. However, like a lot of others I will be anxious to see the review of the Nakamichi Dragon 11.4.6 when it's available. Always love your channel and Kristi's opinions. Great stuff!

[@KristiWright]

Thanks for joining us today!

[@AlexOnBass]

Great video! I love the fact that you do both high end separates and sandbars!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thank you!

[@realownerreviews]

I recently upgraded my surrounds on my Sonos setup to the Era 300s and I’m blown away with how immersive the experience is now compared to when I had the One SL’s as surround speakers. As happy as I am with it though I would love to check out the Dragon whenever it does arrive.

[@lesterfierro28]

Contemplating that exact same upgrade! Nice to hear it would be worthwhile.

[@garretts431]

Thats probably because sonos arc system severely lacked in atmos. Any extra upfiring will help

[@luiferreira4253]

Did you get the arc/sub and sl speakers?

[@manyosimantutle6055]

Very clear and detailed review with great comparisons. My new favourite channel 🙏🏾👌🏾

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Wow, thank you!

[@daedaeallday4003]

I have been waiting for this review! Awesome!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Hope it is helpful!

[@davidthanos]

Great review as always. I think once era 300 gets hooked up to the arc it'll sound amazing.

[@mikerhodes9198]

Great review. There is no doubt sound bars fill a niche. Nice they are easy to set up and use but surprisingly to me that some are so good. We live in an ere of great sound. A fun time.

[@kona328WH]

Top notch review! Still love my Klipsch fives and SVS3000Micro setup. Keep up the great work

[@willthebill8063]

Glad to see you also like moby play amazing album for testing speakers got my own vinyl copy for my birthday this year 👍

[@harleydad1975]

All I have to say is...if you already have the 9.1 and buy the 1300x...keep the receipt.

[@toxin7883]

Can’t wait for the nakamichi dragon to drop and hear what you have to say about it. There’s so much hype and I need you to either cut through it or reinforce it.

[@techmed-rainer]

Danke! Happy Easter to the two of you! 🪺🐇🎶

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thank you! 😃

[@jbllover1993]

3 Years later and still absolutely love my bar 3.1

[@cafeapaka7501]

channel is on our regular rotation - love to play your reviews while in the background as i work around the house - especially love your sound bar reviews as I am always looking for the best sound in a smaller envelope - of course the physics of sound and size is a problem so it is interesting to see how companies solve this issue - keep up the great work -

[@JoeGsPizza]

Such a great review! I’d been eyeing this system as a possible replacement sound bar for my living room. I love music and old movies, so this is absolutely not the bar for me. Thanks for the detailed discussion!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lobbyrobby]

I've had the sb400 for many many years. Yesterday it quit working so here I am.

[@JKuhn]

Waiting for that 990c review, need to know it’s worth the higher price point :)

[@195516Z]

Great review! Thank you.

[@KristiWright]

Appreciate you joining us, Allen!

[@alessandroferrari91]

Great review, hope you could do a lot of videos like this, really usefull! I have a couple of questions: 1: the speakers could be used stand alone connected to a smartphone to play music? 2: Do you also tested yamaha true x 50a? Which do you suggest for tv movies, I need one with speakers wireless, no wires in the room. Thanks!

[@MrBjorn6]

I can recommend the Nakaimichi shockwafe 9.2.4 which I've had since 2019 in my bedroom and basement. I watched Ant-Man at 50% percent an it sounded incredible. However I've heard by people who upgraded to the erac Nakaimichi 9.2.4 it takes it to another level with 300 more Watts

[@andreaswiekert3567]

Hi , just to let u know: its all about the right position of the sub + the Right eq Settings. Then listening to music is fun too😉

[@SqueamishPuppet]

A small part of me would love an easy, small surround sound, but I'm not sure it would best a good stereo setup. I'm sure I could still enjoy it, but it wouldn't have the same soundstage as tower speakers

[@paulyzas]

@Andrew Robinson can you share more detailed information? Many people say that the surround speakers are too weak. I tested the JBL Bar 5.1 with detachable surround speakers and didn't hear any problems with the surround speakers. They were powerful enough (I just raised the surround speaker volume slightly after calibration). The JBL Bar 1300 surround speaker has 2x drivers + 1 tweeter (while the JBL Bar 5.1 has 1x driver + 1 tweeter). Perhaps with 5.1 content (movies), everything is fine, but there might not be enough power for Atmos content? Or maybe the 1300 indeed has weaker surround speakers?

[@vinsriram1782]

Easily one of the best review channels around. And great for relative beginners like me. Great review as usual!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

I appreciate that!

[@KristiWright]

That is so kind of you!

[@marcusjackson5108]

Another great video.

[@Chaybee12]

I actually bought this to replace my Samsung Q950T and I couldn't be happier with the choice. The Q950T was good for a few years, and still wins in the depth and width sound department (with rears detached, with rears attached, not by much at all) but the random disconnects of speakers, random crackling in rears due to wifi channels interference and the stupid display on top always drove me nuts. Oh, and the awful cloth fabric. The rears are larger than the JBL 9.1 and they sound fuller. Given the bar is wider with more channels than the 9.1, there's an obviously notable difference in soundstage and separation. The 12" sub is freakin insanely boomy as you mentioned. The 10" on the 9.1 is no slouch at all, this thing is just as boomy but clearer. So now, I'm rockin the 1300x upstairs (large, open concept living room) and still hanging with the JBL 9.1 downstairs. Honestly, I don't think I'll ever go back to a Sammy soundbar.

[@WardoUSA]

I tested the JBL 9.1 and Sonos arc 2.5 years ago and loved the jbl over the Sonos. Never had bad music sound or rear speaker range issues. I think the settings are enough for someone that’s wanting to purchase a soundbar.

[@MyBryant123]

What do you recomend the 1300x or 9.1 , price is big difference

[@wornworn2878]

Hi there, do I have really to turn off the Smart Mode everytime I start the soundbar? Thanks

[@KristiWright]

Thanks so much for joining us today. If it's not too big of an ask, please like the video. It does help! 🙏

[@KristiWright]

Enjoying the nice weather, listening to bit.ly/3ZZugNj on the new B&O bit.ly/3ms3m2Z. Such a great way to spend a Sunday!! Hope yours is as relaxing! ❤

[@KristiWright]

@@KEEPLOOKIN You have a lot to pick from! Thank you so much for the kind words.

[@andreyvyasenya]

Thank you so much for the review, been looking forward to it very much. Have the 9.1 JBL and love it for the living room and the clean setup with the detachable speakers. So wanted to hear your thoughts on the 1300x. Probably will upgrade years down the line, when the price goes down 😂

[@harleydad1975]

Don't bother. I've had the 9.1 since the beginning and just got the 1300x on sale but it's going back. Just not enough of a difference to justify the price. If you don't trust me...just buy it and return it like me lol

[@Orca2385]

@@harleydad1975 the 9.1 is $599.99 rn on Amazon and thinking about getting it 🤔

[@dennisestabrooks4821]

The nakamichi dragon 11.4.6 is the new ultimate soundbar! The only thing you have to take out a second mortgage to purchase one !! I might put myself on the list ,it will the only toy that I will own😂

[@skydancerforever]

I agree, i just got done testing the JBL 1000 and it was less then good. music is terrible on these JBL soundbars and lack of true volume control in dolby, rear speakers and subwoofer is a mystery why they did a step 1234 volume adjustment?? i never got this soundbar to sound good with music, TV or 4k disc movies.

[@Gthemelis87]

Respectively, how did you connect to this system when testing music? I get a similar symptom with my Bar 9.1 when played from my Firecube > TV > bar via eARC. It sounds “boxed.” However, once directly connected from my phone via Bluetooth, it sound phenomenally balanced and harmonically pleasant; let alone the inevitable high frequency roll off. Please advise, Thank You

[@joshuahains1675]

I would love to see you review the new Nakamichi Dragons surround sound system

[@stelioskritikakis]

Well i'm not into soundbars at all.. i feel they sound cheap with those plastic construction and the expensive ones doesn't compete with a descend 5.1 with dedicated speakers and amp... However i support the channel so i'm thinking out loud here. Keep up the good work guys.. luv u both!!!

[@kjbunnyboiler]

Afternoon Andrew and Kristi👍👍

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Morning! Thanks so much for tuning in KJ!

[@Darx97]

What's the difference between the JBL 5.1 and JBL 500, is the 500 just a newer version ? Because you really liked the 5.1 in one of your older vids and i was wondering if 500 is better or i should just consider the 5.1 which is cheaper

[@davidthanos]

I had the 900a with rears. Although it was a good system. The bass lacked a bit. I bought the sonos arc and big sub when they had their 20% off sale amd I'll never look back. The thing I don't like about some of the other brands is that they come out with something new every year. Then you want the new shiny toy and when you try to sell the one you have you only get back half your money if you're lucky and they go on a big discount, which again makes hard to sell the you one you have. But I gotta say I wanted the jbl 9.1. The only turn off was how big the sub is.

[@hhinojosareef1]

Is this better than the Nikamichi sound bar with double subs..? And small speakers.

[@hh390]

Bought the q990b based on your video and have no regrets.

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

So happy to hear you're happy.

[@naveed1995]

Hi, when I listen to music on the JBL1300 through bluetooth with the detachable speakers plugged into the main bar, the main bar doesn’t make any sound, only the detachable speakers do. And once I detach them, then the main bar starts playing. I wonder why the whole bar can’t play music to enjoy the full power of the set without detaching the rear speakers. Do you know how to fix this ? Thanks

[@georgeromerofan6905]

I'm new in seperates and I bought a Parasound A51, but want a 2 channel setup now. Do I have to switch to a JC5 or A21 or can I use the A51 for it?

[@CarlosOrtiz-AzulBushi]

It was like I've been waiting forever for you to review the Sonos arc. I forget what is the hold up? 🤓

[@RandomRockyCX]

Awesome review, I'm on the hunt for a atmos soundbar. Here in Denmark where I live, right now I can get the q990b for less than 800$, would this be the best buy in your opinion?

[@michaelmock4587]

Hi...great reviews...Im thinking of getting the jbl 1000 soundbar...my tv has ARC but no atmos but i have the full NETFIX bundle that transmits Atmos if your tv supports it, will i have Atmos coming out of the soundbar if NEXFLIX is transmitting Atmos although my tv does not support it? If not, is it worth buying the soundbar jbl 1000 if your tv does not have Atmos

[@aarondr0pdead]

I have an Ambeo Max and I'm pretty happy with it. Ideally I wouldn't have a soundbar, but space is limited and I can't really have speakers all around my living area. Also just got a hand me down subwoofer to add a little more to the experience. I also needed something with a lot of inputs since I don't have a TV that supports e-arc, and I think all others have two or less.

[@coolestspott69]

Am confused, whether to get the ambeo max or the JBL 1300.. did you experience the latter?

[@aarondr0pdead]

@@coolestspott69 I haven't heard the JBL outside of a Best Buy, but even then it sounded pretty good. Between the two, I'd say that the Ambeo will give you a higher quality sound, but it won't give you the immersive surround experience. It's the best I had tried that was a do it all bar, I would describe it as more of a wall of sound than a surround experience. The JBL is going to give you that surround effect, which is IMO more immersive overall. If you lean towards music and TV series, which are often streamed with 2.0 or 2.1 audio, I'd say the Ambeo would be my choice. If you want it for movies, I'd look at the JBL.

[@eliazarperez3585]

I'm about to sell my Multibeam 5.0 and my Bar 9.1 to get the new Bar 300 and Bar 1300x. I think its an upgrade from the previous model

[@karthikr177]

Good one. I guess now I will have to wait a year to see if the 990C is better than the 990B. 2024 may will be when i am thinking of buying a samsung tv and sound bar.

[@dawaynecleckley8673]

Good afternoon (EST)! Thank you for this review. I struggle with soundbars because I feel as if great movie making and story telling disappeared during the pandemic. So my movie watching has become more limited in scope. However, I'm still big on watching big movies (i.e., Top Gun, Avatar). I just tend to watch episodic material more (i.e., Star Trek [Paramount], Star War [any series]). Hence, spending big on a soundbar doesn't make sense to me. So, I appreciate the fact that you compared more cost effective options - as well as providing an option for The Sevens (which I may prefer). One more thing: Thanks for having the courage to call out the crappy products for what they are. You don't gloss over the obvious. That's great and respected. Thanks for a great Sunday afternoon my friends!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thanks so much DaWayne! And we're right there with you in watching episodic content more than films.

[@KristiWright]

Thanks, DaWayne. I'm more of an episodic fan myself these days. My tastes run the gamut from shows like Shrinking to Rabbit Hole. Have a great weekend.

[@surf01er66]

Great job, thanks, and aloha !!!!

[@jwalrta]

I know what the problem is with the music. With the rear speakers attached all the speakers in the centerbar do not function. With the rears detached ) (1 is enough) the 6 upfiring speakers do not function. ! talked to JBL about is, it is deliberate so that you get stereo sound. I really hope they come with a software uodate for this!

[@saurabharora8962]

Great Review as always, Got Bose Dolby Atmos Soundbar 600 with Sub 500 after watching your channel. It’s sounds good and very much satisfied.

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

So glad to know it is working out for you!

[@baryasaumaga5243]

Can i use this soundbar for home Karaoke by adding a mixer?

[@gilberto7295]

I purchase 3 system all been terrible and return all the last one I purchased was the Samsung hw-q750b and that was terrible any good recommendations for something with clear sound and deep bass.

[@markvogeler7564]

Please review the sonon arc. Compared side by side to bose, i liked the sonos marginally better. I paired it with their big sub and the sonos one sl for the surrounds and ive been very impressed. I dont care for the app, but its functional.

[@PanicNvm]

How would you compare the 1300x with the sony ht-a9 with a sony oled?

[@enzoferrari8916]

Hi Andrew & Kristi, Congratulations 🎉for your channel👍it is awesome 👏 I would like to ask if you could try to review the HECO Celan Revolution 3 bookshelf speakers that Audio Advice brought lately. These are higher tier than the HECO Aurora. Also, I don’t if the tower versions (Celan Revolution 7 o 9) are coming to USA 🇺🇸 but I heard them in Europe and both sound awesome 🥰

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

HECO's US importer informed us earlier in the year that the brand's future in the US is (I'm paraphrasing here) "up in the air". Because we cannot vouch for the brand's long-term support in the United States we've decided to not feature the brand on this channel at this time to avoid any potential for confusion. Additionally, we do not vouch for that retailer as we do not agree with their business practices.

[@enzoferrari8916]

@@andrewrobinsonreviews thanks for your quick response and I am sorry to hear that about HECO. One ☝️ more question, are you guys planning to review any Peachtree audio product? I would like to know what you guys think about the Nova300 integrated amplifier or the new flagship Peachtree Carina. Thanks 🙏

[@julioirizarry4262]

A big fan of all your reviews! Curios to know if Sonos will loan you a pair of their new era300's speakers with Dolby Atmos built in, since they never sent you the Arc soundbar. Thanks

[@KristiWright]

Unfortunately, they do not send us product for review. We aren't even on their press release list. At this moment, I don't believe we will review the Eras since we'd need to purchase them for a review. I'm more interested in the Arc update/replacement should one ever be released.

[@adamtaylor9617]

I so sincerely hope that at some point the Dragon is available. I was lucky enough to hear it briefly, and... Yeah . It's basically a sound bar for folks who absolutely never thought they wanted a sound bar. I immediately thought of you two and I think even mentioned it right after the trade show as something remarkable

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

We're anxiously waiting for it's real world release because according to Nakamichi it is not a finished product despite them showing it and garnering press off of it at CES.

[@daedaeallday4003]

Awesome review! I previously had the 9.1. I upgraded to the 1300x a few days ago and am loving it as I am a boom movie viewer. For me and music listening I found streaming music through the app vice my TV it sounds miles better, although not perfect, not terrible. Also I after search long and far on the net I found that you can hold the mute button for five seconds than press the bass button to turn off true voice processing to see how much it helps and hood the mute button for 3 seconds then press volume up you can toggle the smart mode. I have had a lot of fun with this bar so far compared to the 9.1 only complaint I have is sometime the app and the bar don't synch up consistently all the time

[@vilhelmstein2091]

Does the sound stage sound wide for how short it is with the rear speakers disconnected?

[@daedaeallday4003]

@@vilhelmstein2091 for me it feels extremely wide in those action moments but I feel in some of quite scenes it doesn't sound as wide but that could be creators intent of some of the movies I watched also

[@vilhelmstein2091]

@Dae Dae all day I currently own the 9.1 and I'm between getting the 1300x or 990b. Tough decision, also what size tv do you have?

[@vilhelmstein2091]

@Dae Dae all day the thing I dislike currently about the 9.1 is it feels like one big center channel. With the rears behind me it helps a little bit, but you get this sense of a triangle like sound field where the bar is the narrow point in front. My hope is the 1300x solves that issue because I love the rechargeable speakers. Plus the 12" sub will probably destroy the 10" and the Samsungs sub. Thoughts?

[@daedaeallday4003]

@Vilhelm Stein I agree, I do think this new bar improves on many aspects of the 9.1 o ly thing I wish was more customizable options in the app. But I will hold out hope that that could be added features in future app updates

[@jaro4681]

Hey guys, what do you guys think makes more sense for a basic home cinema setup, a 3.0.2/3.1.2 setup (some entry level Jamo speakers with Sony STR-DH790) or a more expensive soundbar with wireless surrounds like perhaps this JBL 1300 or Sony HT-A5000 + SA-RS5 or Sonos Arc with One SLs? Issue as always is that I cannot do cables from TV stand to surround speakers, that's why no surrounds for the receiver setup :(

[@darkjacob886]

which is better between jbl 1300 and bose 900 with sub 700? i need for gaming

[@coolconnerfriends931]

❤😂😂😂hello Mr Robinson my name is Mr lewis and I took your advice along with my research and my 2 picks were the Sony HT-A9 or the Samsung 990-B I purchased the Samsung 990-B and my mouth has dropped repeatedly the immersive full surround sound keeps you thinking your in the movies thanks so much for what you do your videos has helped me tremendously when spending this amount for a soundbar your the man my friend keep up the good work

[@rustinhallberg6063]

Sounds like quite the speaker. My only question is when are you getting a Nakamichi Dragon and reviewing it?

[@danielhackl5136]

If I were to use this in a big 1 room apartment (there is a decent level of soundproofing between apartments) would the bass on lvl 1 be too strong?

[@deebo19821]

Did you try turning "smart mode" off for Music? another high profile review got great results doing that, after mentioning the awful Music performance otherwise

[@pudaman07]

how about for singing? which system is good?

[@maxpower78-15]

Good honest review as always… i could never answer who makes the best soundbar, as its not my thing.. but the fact that the surrounds need to be charged would keep me away.. too much charging in my life…

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

They charge when docked to the main bar so it's pretty easy. I prefer the surrounds here to wired surrounds. Appreciate you tuning in!

[@maxpower78-15]

Right on! Cheers

[@umrryan]

Wireless opens up options in so many rooms and layouts.

[@roberthaberski7149]

Great review and I love your channel. There seems to be a new kid on the block that is not a avr speaker nor a sound bar. I am referring to the Klipsch Nines powered speakers. I would really love to see you review this. If you already reviewed and I missed I’m sorry.

[@KristiWright]

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[@roberthaberski7149]

Opps thanks

[@umrryan]

5/7/9s all seem fun (Klipsch fan here)

[@Sreenivas555]

Andrew, I love your videos ... I'm a huge fan of home theatre systems. I request you to please do a specs comparison video between Samsung Q990B vs Q990C . That helps me in making a decision. Thanks in advance.

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

We have requested the 990C but I have no timeframe of when we might receive one for review.

[@wolfsgamingtv3782]

And I have that sound bar and it sounds amazing for every think I use it for

[@shemsureshot]

I still have the B&O Stage for all the reasons you listed. It might not have the best bass or 360 surround but there’s something about the quality of the sound which keeps making me want to listen. For the bedroom the lil Sonos Ray does a good job.

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

It's very impressive.

[@umrryan]

B&O has a great look too.

[@phatrix111]

my bar 9.1 also has the same issue with stereo sound, you have to manually turn off the automatic upmix each time you turn it on to really hear the music as it was intended. with auto upmix, it just sounds strange in a very bad way

[@davidsinkfield6053]

Thanks for this information. The weird thing my 9.1 is doing with (2-channel) music is distressing. I will try this

[@peterjapan1825]

Hey guys :) What do you think about the LG SN8YG? I own it, its pretty cheap and with the rears its doing a pretty decent job.

[@charlesking678]

Seems like a nice product, but the Samsung q series is really hard to beat. It's comparable to a modest htib system.

[@lonniefarmer7067]

Thanks!

[@fabiodiniccolo]

HI …. when will it be available on the Italian market?

[@baryasaumaga5243]

Can this sounbard be good for home Karaoke?

[@Mattijs89]

Hi there! I'm searching like crazy to find a decent (if not) ANY review about the Denon DHT-S716H. Everyone forgets about this bar and I don't know why. I've heard it and sounds really good. Also for music. Can there be a review of this bar maybe in comparison to one of its rivals?

[@MyBryant123]

Samsung q990c or jbl 1300x i want something loud with powerfull bass , for music , games + music type music Hip hop or electro What do you recomend

[@xristossophocleous5761]

I am thinking of getting a samsung hw-q990c, is it a good option for 900 bucks ?

[@user-je8zy6yq7f]

Love your site. Every sound bar review references the Ambeo Max or other Ambeo bars. Where is the full review ? I'm down to buying the Max or Samsung 990c. I'm looking for all the information i can get. Thank you, Richard

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

After Sennheiser's ownership went to a new parent company, they have not been responsive to our review requests.

[@user-je8zy6yq7f]

Thank you for your quick response ! I found the one from 2 years ago. The way you tube and my device crunched the thumbnail I had a hard time spotting it (5 tries operator error). A follow up question, please: Will the Samsung 990 (b tested or c theoretically) sound good without the rear speakers ? Dropping it down to "3.1 with front Atmos". My chair is in the back corner of my room. Using them would 1 speaker is 11 feet away the other 18 inches ! Thank you again, Richard

[@MohsinWadee]

@robinsonbrand will you be reviewing the Sennheiser Ambeo Plus?

[@md.masudreza6211]

hello andrew. i am writing this from dhaka, bangladesh. my tv is 55" sony x90e. it is a dolby digital/dts tv with 4k hdr. i already have jbl 5.1 sound bar. sometimes, the bar lost connection with the tv through hdmi. i am using a good quality of hdmi. after shutting down the power, it starts working again. this has become a real pain now a days. but with optical, no issues. may i ask, why it is happening? kindly reply.

[@AgentJohn5646]

I have the JBL 9.1 and I agree, it’s not the best with stereo or lossless audio tracks. But if you give it a Dolby Atmos track, it’s incredible!! Would you recommend me upgrading to the 1300X, or just keeping the 9.1?

[@reecegoad5160]

Tough question I ask that question myself

[@harleydad1975]

Keep the 9.1 I've had the 9.1 since it came out and just bought the 1300x today on sale and I just don't hear the price difference. It's going back. I have a 2017 LG Oled and it has ARC but not eARC so maybe that has something to do with it but I'm not buying a new OLED so the 9.1 still rocks! I'm super bumbed because I wanted to love it but it's just not that big of a difference. Either take my word for it or just get the 1300x and keep the receipt lol

[@shortsfatosdiarios]

JBL 9.1 and I think the jbl 1300 probably works at the same way you have some hidden options to listen kind different types of songs and movies, for music stereo you have to disable the auto tune jbl for example (using mute button for 5 segunds and volume plus button) so you will listen the music in stereo using all drivers in stereo, you should turn on again when started listen dolby atmos music, and you have to change to pcm output when you listen stereo music, and change again to pass-through or automatic mode when listen dolby atmos source, making it you will have the best experience the JBL 9.1 and 1300

[@shortsfatosdiarios]

Try it for retest and u will notice the huge difference

[@TheGirlSkateBoardCo]

Great feedback. You must of been very popular with the ladies back in high school.

[@itsmeduality]

Great review, I have subscribed! Looking to get a new soundbar to replace my cinema 800. Out of these 3, which would you recommend? Jbl 1300x, Sony HT-A7000 with SW5 sub, or the Samsung 990C?

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

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[@Drandrewharbottle]

It's a shame you've not managed to get hold of a Ambeo Plus to try, I've loved mine, had it about 4 months, hooked up to my old sub, and it's been great. I see they are also now also going to do a Ambeo mini to compete with the sonus beam.

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Glad to know you are enjoying yours. I wish we could get them to send us one but to date we haven't had any luck with the new parent company.

[@sarahbaird1388]

what is the range - say distance for bluetooth from your phone to speaker

[@luc2174]

I listened to many soundbars. I liked the sonos arc with the big sub , but both together its 1900 euro, and the sonos beam with the mini sub ,together 1000 euro . From samsung i think the q930b now 700 euro is great for televisions of 50 and 55 inch. Its 111 cm long For bigger tv,s. I think The q990b, now 900 euro is better looking. the bar is wider and longer, 123 cm

[@waterlover]

I still can’t do sound bars or wireless speakers just can’t see myself doing that wireless thing. Only Bluetooth is the only wires thing I do