| Name | Sony HT-S400 | JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2) |
|---|---|---|
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| MSRP | $299.99 | $349.95 |
| Released | 2022 | 2022 |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Current price | Amazon | Amazon, JBL |
| Speaker configuration | ||
| Audio channels | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Expandable up to: | - | - |
| Woofers (mid or full-range) - total | 2: 2× full range 52×100mm | 4: 4× unknown size |
| Tweeters - total | 0 | 2: 2× 1″ |
| Subwoofers | 1× 6.3″ | 1× 6.5″ |
| Audio specifications | ||
| Watts RMS | 330 W | 300 W |
| Frequency range | Not specified | 40 Hz - 20 kHz |
| DTS:X support | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos support? | No | No |
| Surround sound? | Virtual | No |
| Other 3D audio formats? | None | None |
| Other (notable) sound features? | None | None |
| Sound calibration? | No | No |
| Connectivity & ports | ||
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Wi-Fi | ❌ | ❌ |
| Ethernet port (RJ45) | ❌ | ❌ |
| HDMI (e)ARC out port? | 1× eARC | 1× ARC |
| HDMI in ports? (passthrough) | ❌ | ✔ |
| Optical port? (TOSLINK) | ✔ | ✔ |
| 3.5 mm AUX port? | ❌ | ❌ |
| USB-A port? | Service only | ✔ |
| Other audio ports | ❌ | None |
| Wireless setup & control | ||
| Official app? | ❌ | None |
| Voice assistant? | ❌ | No |
| Chromecast built-in? | ❌ | ❌ |
| AirPlay? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Alexa cast? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Multiroom? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Wireless subwoofer(s)? | Yes (included) | Yes (included) |
| Wireless surrounds? | ❌ | ❌ |
| Physical specifications | ||
| Speakers in set: | Soundbar, subwoofer | Soundbar, wireless subwoofer |
| Size (cm W×H×D): | 90.0×6.4×8.8, 19.2×38.7×40 (subwoofer) | 96.5×5.6×8.5, 24×37.9×24 (subwoofer) |
| Size (inch W×H×D): | 35.50×2.63×3.5, 7.63×15.25×15.75 (subwoofer) | 38×2.2×3.4, 24×37.9×24 (subwoofer) |
| Weight (kg): | 2.4, 7.3 (subwoofer) | 2.14, 5.61 (subwoofer) |
| Weight (lbs): | 5.5, 16.13 (subwoofer) | 4.72, 12.37 (subwoofer) |
| Wall mountable? | Yes, with screws (not included) in wall | Yes |
| Color options: | Black | Black |
| Accessories in the box | Optical cable, remote | Remote, HDMI cable, wall mounting kit |
| More info | ||
| Model number | HTS400 | ? |
| User guide / manual | Operating instructions | Owner's manual |
| Official site link | Sony.com | JBL.com |
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