| Name | JBL Bar 1300X | Sonos Arc Ultra |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $1699.95 | $999 |
| Released | 2023 | 2024 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon, JBL | Sonos, Amazon |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 11.1.4 | 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 | 14: Bar: 6× 46×90 mm + 4× 70 mm upfiring, Surrounds: 2× 46×90 mm + 2× 70 mm upfiring | 6: 6× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 7: Bar: 5×20 mm, Surrounds: 2×20 mm | 7: 7× unknown size |
| Subwoofers | 1× 12″ | 1× Sound Motion |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 1170 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. Detachable rears: use as standalone BT speakers | 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-A port? | ✔ | ❌ |
| 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): | 137.6×6.0×13.9 (bar + surrounds), 36.6×4.81×36.6 (subwoofer), 20.2×6.0×13.9 (each surround) | 117.8×7.5×11.06 |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 54.2×2.4×5.5 (bar + surrounds), 14.4×18.9×14.4 (subwoofer), 8×2.4×5.5 (each surround) | 46.38×2.95×4.35 |
| Weight (kg): | 4.3, 15.65 (subwoofer), 1.1 (each surround) | 5.9 |
| Weight (lbs): | 9.5, 34.5 (subwoofer), 2.57 (each surround) | 13.01 |
| Wall mountable? | Yes | Yes |
| Color options: | Black | Black, white |
| Accessories in the box | Remote, HDMI cable, wall mounting kit, side caps | HDMI cable |
| More info | ||
| Model number | BAR 1300X | ARCG2##1 |
| User guide / manual | Owner's manual | User Guide |
| Official site link | JBL.com | Sonos.com |
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