This Dolby Atmos soundbar from JBL may not have up-firing speakers, but it still sounds more expansive than most models I’ve tested — here’s how I’d rate it after hours of testing
Despite skipping on up-firing drivers, the JBL Bar 800MK2 plates up spectacularly expansive sound with its virtual Dolby Atmos capabilities. Its thumping bass and clear dialogue are impressive too, as are its wide connectivity options and feature-rich companion app. It isn’t the flashiest of lookers, and the sub is on the bulky side, but the ingenious detachable surround speakers almost sell this model on their own, and the system is easy to recommend now that it’s regularly discounted.
Reasons to buy
- +Excellent performance across the frequency range
- +Impressive virtual Dolby Atmos
- +Strong feature-set and connectivity options
Reasons to avoid
- -Lacks up-firing speakers for true Atmos
- -Middling looks with very bulky sub
- -HDMI input supports 4K, but only at 60Hz
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