| Name | JBL Bar 1000 | Sonos Arc Ultra |
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| MSRP | $1199.95 | $999 |
| Released | 2022 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Check price: | Amazon, JBL | Sonos, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 7.1.4 | 9.1.4 |
| Expandable up to: | - | 9.1.4, (Atmos rears, 2 subs) Same channel configuration, but with real surround sound and stronger subs (all play same sub channel). |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 9: Bar: 5× 46×90 mm + 2× 70 mm upfiring, Surrounds: 2× 70 mm upfiring | 6: 6× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 5: Bar: 3×20 mm, Surrounds: 2×20 mm | 7: 7× unknown size |
| Subwoofers | 1× 10″ | 1× Sound Motion (built-in) |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 880 W | Not specified |
| Frequency range | 33 Hz - 20 kHz | Not specified |
| DTS:X support | Yes | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | Yes | Yes |
| Surround sound? | Yes | Virtual |
| Other 3D audio formats? | MultiBeam | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | PureVoice Dialogue | Speech Enhancement (use app) |
| Sound calibration? | Yes | Yes (Trueplay) |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ✔ | ✔ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× eARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ✔ 3× | ❌ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | Use Optical to HDMI adapter (not included) |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB port? | USB-A (playback) | ❌ |
| Other audio ports | None | None |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | JBL One app | Sonos S2 |
| Voice assistant? | Indirectly (no built-in mic) | Yes |
| Chromecast built-in? | ✔ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Alexa cast? | ✔ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ✔ | ✔ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Yes (included) | Optional: max 2 subwoofers; 2× Sonos Sub or Sub Mini |
| Wireless surrounds? | Yes, battery-powered surrounds (included), 10 hours playtime | Optional: max 2 surrounds, Era 300 for Dolby Atmos |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar, wireless subwoofer, detachable surrounds | Soundbar |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 119.4×5.6×12.5 (bar + surrounds), 30.5×44.04×30.5 (subwoofer), 15.5×5.6×12.5 (each surround) | 117.8×7.5×11.06 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 47×2.2×4.9 (bar + surrounds), 12×17.3×12 (subwoofer), 6.1×2.2×4.7 (each surround) | 46.38×2.95×4.35 |
| Weight (kg): | 3.7, 10 (subwoofer), 0.7 (each surround) | 5.9 |
| Weight (lbs): | 8.2, 22 (subwoofer), 1.55 (each surround) | 13.01 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with included wall mount kit | Yes, with optional wall bracket |
| Color options: | Black | Black, white |
| Accessories in the box | Remote, HDMI cable, wall mounting kit, side caps | HDMI cable |
| More info | ||
| Model number | BAR 1000 | ARCG2##1 |
| User guide / manual | Owner's manual | User Guide |
| Official site link | JBL.com | Sonos.com |
| Check price & reviews | ||
| See price and reviews: | Amazon, JBL | Sonos, Amazon |
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Key differences
The JBL Bar 1000 costs $201 more ($1199.95 vs $999) and is lighter (3.7 kg vs 5.9 kg). The Sonos Arc Ultra is newer (2024 vs 2022) and has more audio channels (9.1.4 vs 7.1.4).
Only on the JBL Bar 1000: DTS:X support, HDMI in ports (3×), USB port (USB-A, playback), Chromecast built-in and Alexa cast. Other differences: surround sound (Yes vs Virtual). Both have Dolby Atmos.
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