Harman International Inc. Introducing the new JBL BAR 1000MK2, the successor to the JBL BAR 1000, the completely wireless surround system that took the home theater market by storm!

[HARMAN INTERNATIONAL INC.] Introducing the new JBL BAR 1000MK2, the successor to the JBL BAR 1000, the completely wireless surround system that took the home theater market by storm! ​
Harman International, Inc. Press release: September 25, 2025 To Members of the Press Introducing the new JBL BAR 1000MK2, the successor to the JBL BAR 1000, the completely wireless surround system that took the home theater market by storm! The flagship model “JBL BAR 1300MK2” is finally available for general sale. The “JBL BAR 800MK2,” available exclusively on the official JBL online store, will also be released at the same time. Harman International Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Takuma Kuwahara) is pleased to announce the release of JBL, one of the world’s largest audio brands, originating in California. JBL, the world’s No. 1 selling wireless speaker in Japan for seven consecutive years, has announced the release of the JBL BAR 1000MK2, the successor to the JBL BAR 1000, which caused a sensation in the home theater market, and its sister model, the JBL BAR 1000MK2, available exclusively on the official JBL online store. The JBL BAR 800MK2 will be available for purchase starting Thursday, October 2nd. In addition, the highly anticipated flagship model of the JBL BAR 1300MK2, a completely wireless surround system offering an innovative surround experience, launched in crowdfunding in June and achieved a total of 140 million yen in pledges. The system will be available for general sale starting Thursday, October 30th.
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With the spread of subscription-based video streaming services, the “home entertainment” market, where people enjoy video content at home, has expanded rapidly in recent years. As the spaces and styles for enjoying video have become more diverse, the average purchase price of soundbars has also been on the rise in recent years, further increasing demand for cinema-quality sound in the living room. Against this backdrop, JBL, which has long been developing sound systems for cinemas around the world, has leveraged its outstanding acoustic technology to develop a number of innovative soundbars that deliver a cinema-like “theater experience” in the living room of your own home. Against this backdrop, the JBL BAR 1000 was released in 2022. It was a huge hit, delivering an authentic home cinema experience with immersive sound. It won numerous prestigious awards, including the Nikkei Trendy Hit Award and HiVi Best Buy, and made a huge impact on the home theater market. Now, we’re introducing the JBL BAR 1000MK2, a successor model that upgrades the JBL BAR 1000’s unique acoustic technology to deliver an even more immersive experience. The system employs the latest proprietary technology, “MultiBeam(TM) 3.0,” which beams sound off walls and ceilings and reflects it, enveloping you in realistic sound from all directions. An algorithm optimized for speaker placement allows for more accurate targeting of the direction and angle of reflection. Furthermore, “PureVoice 2.0” analyzes vocal components in real time, enhancing voice definition and making dialogue easier to hear. It analyzes volume and scene levels to deliver clear, smooth, and natural sound. Additionally, “SmartDetails” technology enhances the clarity of subtle environmental sounds and sound effects, reproducing even the subtlest nuances in your work, like the rolling of pebbles or the clanging of keys, for a next-level immersive experience. This model also supports a variety of listening styles, utilizing its completely wireless rear speakers. Features include a “Night Listening” function that reproduces powerful sound even at night, a “Broadcast” function that allows playback even at a distance from the TV, and the ability to use it as two portable Bluetooth speakers. The front of the unit is equipped with the LCD display, a feature popular with JBL’s soundbar series, allowing you to conveniently visually check volume adjustments, input switching, and more. The “JBL One” app also allows you to control the remote control from your smartphone or tablet, and provides centralized management from initial setup to playback, providing a seamless experience. Additionally, the “Soundscape” function plays four new ambient sounds, creating a soothing space filled with soothing music and the sounds of nature when you’re not watching a movie. And now, the long-awaited “JBL BAR 1300MK2,” which debuted in June and achieved its fundraising goal on the crowdfunding site “GREEN FUNDING” on the first day of its launch, receiving a total of over 140 million yen in pledges, will be released to the public on Thursday, October 30th. As a flagship model, it is equipped with the highest level of sound technology, and with simple setup, it allows you to enjoy a cinema-like surround sound space. In addition to supporting the latest surround sound formats “Dolby Atmos(R)” and “DTS:X,” it is also the first JBL fully wireless surround system to be certified with “IMAX Enhanced.” Furthermore, it has been upgraded from the 7.1.4ch configuration of the JBL BAR1000, which has been the driving force behind JBL’s fully wireless surround systems, to an 11.1.4ch configuration. Equipped with a total of 29 speaker units, it dramatically improves sound density, delivering a more realistic and immersive sound experience. In addition, the “JBL BAR 800MK2,” released at the same time, inherits the acoustic technology of the higher-end model at a more affordable price and reproduces sound that envelops you from above using Dolby Atmos Virtualizer and DTS Virtual X. The popular soundbar series is being joined by a succession of upgraded models that offer a premium home theater experience, further boosting the home entertainment market. Experience the extraordinary experience of transforming your living room into a premium home theater space with the JBL BAR 1000MK2, which aims to further enhance the hit model by condensing advanced sound technology, the flagship model JBL BAR 1300MK2, which is equipped with the highest level of sound technology, and its sister model, the JBL BAR 800MK2, which inherits the acoustic technology of its higher-end model. Product points ＜“JBL BAR 1300MK2, JBL BAR 1000MK2, and JBL BAR 800MK2) ●Supports all DTS audio codecs, including Dolby Atmos(R) and DTS:X*2 ●JBL’s proprietary “MultiBeam(TM) “PureVoice 3.0” technology delivers immersive sound. ● JBL’s proprietary “PureVoice 2.0” technology ensures clear dialogue and conversation at any volume level and in any scene. ● “SmartDetails” technology delivers the subtle nuances of your content and a wider, more realistic sound. ● Night listening function allows you to enjoy immersive sound at low volume by using only the rear speakers. ● An LCD display on the front of the unit allows you to visually check the operation status. ● The integrated app “JBL One compatible ● Supports four types of
“Soundscape” playback, filling the room with natural sounds such as “sounds of the ocean” and “sounds of rain” to create a soothing space ● Built-in Wi-Fi supports AirPlay2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Amazon Music, Qobuz, and more
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12767/494/12767-494-9a3cf19adf36d9ab678c2d3a6f967649-433×289.jpg ▲JBL BAR 800MK2 ＜「JBL BAR1300MK2」＞ ●A unique “11.1.4ch completely wireless surround system” featuring a detachable, rechargeable wireless rear speaker system ● Equipped with a total of 29 driver units, each driven independently to deliver high-definition surround sound ● In addition to Dolby Atmos(R) and DTS:X, this is the first model to support “IMAX ENHANCED” certification for the IMAX home audio standard※3 ● Subwoofer equipped with a newly developed “sealed dual woofer” that is powerfully driven by a total of 1,200W power amplifier
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12767/494/12767-494-0406e5ba4d8e4be583588870ecddaa97-3900×3900.jpg ＜「JBL BAR1000MK2」＞ ●A unique “7.1.4ch completely wireless surround system” that uses a detachable, rechargeable wireless rear speaker system ● Equipped with a total of 15 driver units, it reproduces truly immersive sound ● The thinnest design in the series, measuring approximately 5.2cm high, makes it a stylish match for large-screen TVs (Same as JBL BAR 800MK2) ●The large 25cm diameter subwoofer reproduces the LFE (low-frequency effects) unique to movies with ease (Common to JBL BAR 800MK2)
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12767/494/12767-494-124ed55d6f976511b2ad68823722769d-1605×1605.png ＜“JBL BAR800MK2”＞ ●A unique “7.1ch completely wireless surround system” that uses a detachable, rechargeable wireless rear speaker system ●Equipped with a total of 11 driver units, it delivers an enveloping, immersive sound and rich surround playback
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/12767/494/12767-494-1faa5c24316cca398c26ea20acf38ac1-254×255.jpg Main specifications ＜JBL BAR 1300MK2＞ Product name JBL BAR 1300MK2 (Bar 1300 Mark Two) Type 11.1.4ch Fully Wireless Surround System Color Black Maximum output Total output: 2,470W (Soundbar: 950W, Rear speakers: 160W x 2, Subwoofer: 1200W) Number of channels 11.1.4 Channel Frequency characteristics 33Hz – 20kHz Speaker Configuration Soundbar body: 50mm x 75mm 8 x Racetrack drivers, 7 x 25mm tweeters, 4 x 75mm ceiling-reflecting full-range drivers Rear speakers: 2 x 50mm x 90mm racetrack drivers, 50mm full-range drivers, 75mm
ceiling-reflecting full-range drivers Subwoofers: 2 x 200mm woofers Input terminal HDMI x 3 (HDCP2.3, HDR10, Dolby Vision pass-through supported), Optical digital x 1, Bluetooth, Ethernet Output terminal HDMI x 1 (eARC compatible) Supported audio Format Dolby Audio(Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital), Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, DTS, IMAX ENHANCED, AAC, PCM (2ch-7.1ch) Bluetooth Version Soundbar body: 5.3, rear speakers: 5.4 Wi-Fi Network 2.4GHz/5GHz dual band, IEEE802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Dimensions (H x W x D) Soundbar: 58 x 1030 x 136 (mm) With rear speakers: 58 x 1404 x 136 (mm) Rear speakers: 58 x 202 x 136 (mm) *Per unit Subwoofer: 277 x 315 x 275 (mm) Weight Soundbar: 6.0 kg Rear speaker: 1.3 kg *Per unit Subwoofer: 12kg Accessories HDMI cable (1.2m) x 1, AC power cable 2 x 1.5m cables, 1 x remote control (with 2 AAA batteries), 1 x soundbar wall mount kit, 2 x surround speaker wall mount kits, 4 x side caps Release Date Thursday, October 30, 2025 Price Open price *JBL online store price: ¥228,800 (tax included) ＜JBL BAR 1000MK2・JBL BAR 800MK2＞ Product name JBL BAR 1000MK2 (Bar 1000 Mark Two) JBL BAR 800MK2 (Bar 800 Mark Two) Type 7.1.4ch Fully Wireless Surround System 7.1ch Fully Wireless Surround System Color Black Black Maximum Output Total Output: 960W (Soundbar: 500W, Rear Speakers: 80W x 2, Subwoofer: 300W) Total output power: 780W (Soundbar: 400W, Rear speakers: 40W x 2, Subwoofer: 300W) Number of channels: 7.1.4 Channel 7.1 channel Frequency characteristics 33Hz-20kHz (-6dB) 35Hz-20kHz (-6dB) Speaker configuration Soundbar: Six 44x80mm racetrack drivers, Two 25mm tweeters, Two 70mm
ceiling-reflecting full-range drivers Rear speakers: Two 44x90mm racetrack drivers, Two 70mm ceiling-reflecting full-range drivers Subwoofer: 250mm woofer Soundbar: Six 44 x 80mm racetrack drivers, Two 25mm tweeters Rear speakers: Two 44 x 90mm racetrack drivers Subwoofer: 250mm woofer Input terminal HDMI x 3 (HDCP2.3, HDR10, Dolby Vision pass-through compatible), optical digital x 1, Bluetooth, Ethernet HDMI x 1 (HDCP2.3, HDR10, Dolby Vision pass-through compatible), optical digital x 1, Bluetooth, Ethernet 出力端子 HDMI × 1（eARC対応） HDMI × 1（eARC対応） 対応音声フォーマット Dolby Audio(Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital), Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, DTS, AAC, PCM（2ch-7.1ch） Dolby Audio(Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital), Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, DTS, AAC, PCM（2ch-7.1ch） Bluetoothバージョン 5.3 5.3 Wi-Fiネットワーク IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax （2.4GHz/5GHz) IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz） サイズ（H×W×D） Sound bar body: 52 x 854 x 128 (mm) When equipped with rear speakers: 52 x 1203 x 128 (mm) Rear speakers: 52 x 189 x 128 (mm) *per 1 piece Subwoofer: 400 x 325 x 325 (mm) Sound bar body: 52 x 854 x 128 (mm) When equipped with rear speakers: 52 x 1163 x 128 (mm) Rear speakers: 52 x 169 x 128 (mm) *per 1 piece Subwoofer: 400 x 325 x 325 (mm) Weight Sound bar body: 5.5kg Rear speaker: 0.9kg *per piece Subwoofer: 9.1kg Sound bar body: 5kg Rear speaker: 0.7kg *per piece Subwoofer: 8.1kg Accessories HDMI cable (1.2m) x 1, AC power cable (1.5m) x 2, remote control (2 AAA batteries included) x 1, sound bar wall mount kit x 1, surround speaker wall mount kit x 2, side cap x 4 HDMI cable (1.2m) x 1, AC power cable (1.5m) x 2, remote control (2 AAA batteries included) x 1, sound bar wall mount kit x 1, surround speaker wall mount kit x 2, side cap x 4 Release date 2025年10月2日（木） 2025年10月2日（木） Price Open price *JBL online store sales price 159,500 yen (tax included) JBL Online Store, Rakuten Market JBL Official Store, JBL Official Yahoo! Store, Amazon JBL Official Store 110,000 yen (tax included) *Specifications and prices are subject to change. *Each trademark ・Dolby, Dolby Atmos, the “AAC” logo and the double D symbol are trademarks or registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories in the United States or other countries. ・HDMI is a trademark or registered trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. ・Other trademarks and trade names belong to their respective owners. *1 We won first place in the wireless speaker category for the seventh consecutive year at the BCN AWARD 2025, which awards companies with the highest cumulative sales volume in one year based on the actual sales data “BCN Ranking” collected from home electronics stores, computer specialty stores, online shops, etc. across the country. *2 BAR800MK2 requires a firmware update before use. *3 As a JBL brand sound bar product ＜About JBL＞ Established with the aim of developing home speakers that have both a beautiful appearance and professional sound. Since then, it is one of the world’s largest audio
manufacturers and has continued to be trusted and used by both professionals and amateurs in all music-related scenes around the world. We offer products ranging from ultra-high-end speakers for home use to earphones, headphones, and home theaters. In addition, we are introducing consumer equipment such as genuine in-car audio and multimedia products from Toyota and others, as well as professional equipment for movie theaters, stadiums, concert halls, broadcast stations, and recording studios around the world. JBL is used as the sound system in stadiums around the world and is also used at various global sporting events. HARMAN International designs, manufactures and markets premium audio, visual and connected cars and integrated solutions for the automotive, consumer and professional markets. Our AKG(R), Harman Kardon(R), Infinity(R), JBL(R), Lexicon(R), Mark Leading brands including Levinson(R) and Revel(R) are widely used and praised by audio enthusiasts, artists, and event/concert venues. And today, more than 50 million cars around the world are equipped with our audio and infotainment systems, and our software services enable billions of mobile devices and systems to securely connect and integrate across all platforms: office, home, car and mobile. Harman International has approximately 30,000 employees worldwide. Customer contact information Harman International Co., Ltd.
https://support.jbl.com/jp/ja/contact.html/ JBL Online Store ・Official brand website: https://jp.jbl.com/ ・Rakuten Market store:
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https://store.shopping.yahoo.co.jp/jblstore/ ・Amazon store:
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