JBL BAR 1000 vs JBL Bar 9.1 review

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The JBL BAR 1000 vs JBL Bar 9.1 comparison proves that these soundbars have many common features. Based on our rating, both soundbars have the same overall rating of 9.

Audio features

Both soundbars have active amplification type. A significant difference between the units in the number of channels, the JBL BAR 1000 has 7.1.4 versus 9.1 for the JBL Bar 9.1. The output power is different and equal to 880 (overall) W for the BAR 1000 versus 820 (overall) W for the Bar 9.1. Competitors do not have a built-in subwoofer. Rivals have wireless connection to separate subwoofer. Both models received our 9 rating of 10 for their audio features and specs.

Streaming services

Spotify is available on each of the soundbars. Both devices can play streaming audio from Pandora, SoundCloud.

Connectivity

These models have the ability to connect to the Internet via WI-FI. Rivals from our review have Bluetooth support. The JBL BAR 1000 has 3/1 HDMI inputs/outputs versus 1/1 of the JBL Bar 9.1. The HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) feature supports both devices. Both soundbars have a USB connector. For connectivity, each of the soundbars received a rating of 10/10.

Features

App control is available in every soundbar. A built-in microphone is present in each model. Multi-room is only available for the JBL Bar 9.1.

Multichannel surround

Both devices have support for Dolby Atmos multichannel audio format. The soundbars do not support the surround sound technology DTS:X. For multichannel surround, each of the opponents received 7 points out of 10.

Advantages JBL Bar 9.1 over JBL BAR 1000