JBL BAR 1300X

JBL BAR 1300X

11.1.4-channel soundbar with detachable surround speakers, MultiBeam™, Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X®

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Sound system
11.1.4 channel
Power supply
100 - 240V AC, ~ 50/60Hz
Networked standby power
< 2.0W
Operating temperature
0°C - 45°C
Total speaker power output (Max @THD 1%)
1170W
Soundbar output power (Max @THD 1%)
650W
Surround speaker output power (Max @THD 1%)
2x 110W
Subwoofer output power (Max. @THD 1%)
300 W
Soundbar transducer
6x (46x90)mm racetrack drivers, 5x 0.75" (20mm) tweeters, 4x 2.75" (70mm) up-firing full-range drivers
Surround speaker transducer
(46x90)mm racetrack driver, 0.75" (20mm) tweeter, 2.75" (70mm) up-firing full-range driver, 2x (48x69)mm rounded rectangle Passive Radiators
Subwoofer transducer
12” (311mm)
Frequency response
33Hz - 20kHz (-6dB)
Audio inputs
1 Optical, Bluetooth, USB (USB playback is available in US version. For other versions, USB is for Service only.)
Total soundbar dimensions (W x H x D)
1376 x 60 x 139 mm / 54.2" x 2.4" x 5.5"
Main soundbar dimensions (W x H x D)
1000 x 60 x 139 mm / 39.4" x 2.4" x 5.5"
Detachable surround speaker dimensions (each) (W x H x D)
202 x 60 x 139 mm / 8" x 2.4" x 5.5"
Subwoofer dimensions (W x H x D)
366 x 481 x 366 mm / 14.4" x 18.9" x 14.4"
Soundbar weight
4.3kg / 9.5 lbs
Detachable surround speaker weight (each)
1.25 kg / 2.75 lbs
Subwoofer weight
15.65 kg / 34.5 lbs
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D)
450 x 1135 x 549 mm/ 17.7" x 44.7" x 21.6"
Packaging Weight
27kg / 59.50 lbs
USB port
Type A
USB rating
5V DC, 0.5A
Supporting file format
MP3
MP3 codec
MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3
MP3 sampling rate
16 - 48 kHz
MP3 bitrate
80 - 320 kpbs
Bluetooth version
Main bar - 5.0, Detachable surround speaker - 5.2
Bluetooth profile
Main bar - A2DP 1.2 and AVRCP 1.5, Detachable surround speaker - A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.6
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range
2400MHz – 2483.5MHz
Bluetooth transmitter power
<15dBm (EIRP)
Wi-Fi network
IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz/5GHz)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range
2412 - 2472MHz (2.4GHz ISM Band, USA 11 Channels, Europe and others 13 channels)
2.4G Wi-Fi transmitter power
< 20dBm (EIRP)
5G Wi-Fi transmitter frequency range
5.15 - 5.35GHz, 5.470-5.725GHz, 5.725 - 5.825GHz
5G Wi-Fi transmitter power
5.15-5.25GHz <23dBm, 5.25-5.35GHz & 5.47-5.725GHz <20dBm, 5.725-5.825GHz <14dBm (EIRP)
2.4G wireless frequency range
2406 - 2474MHz
2.4G wireless power
<10dBm (EIRP)
Lithium battery
3.635V, 6600 mAh
Detachable surround speaker playtime
up to 12 Hours (may vary according to content type and volume level)
HDMI video input
3
HDMI video output (with Enhanced Audio Return Channel, eARC)
1
HDMI HDCP version
2.3
HDR pass through
HDR10, Dolby Vision

You've never heard anything like the JBL Bar 1300X—in your living room or anywhere else. More than just a great soundbar, it’s a full sound system. It features MultiBeam™ and six up-firing drivers—four in the bar and two in the detachable battery-powered surround speakers—that deliver massive Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X 3D surround sound, centering you in your music, movies, and games. 1170W of total output power and thrilling bass from a 12” subwoofer is more than enough to make the room shake. Though, you'll never miss a word with due to our PureVoice technology, which makes sure the dialogue is clear even when other sounds are at their loudest. When you want to enjoy your favorite tunes choose streaming via either AirPlay, Alexa Multiroom Music (MRM), or Chromecast built-in™ that give you over 300 music streaming options. But that’s not all. Your choices are as unlimited as you are because you can also pair the soundbar to your Bluetooth device. You can even take one of the detachable speakers (or both for powerful stereo sound) out to your kitchen or patio and enjoy listening to your favorite music or podcast there.

Immerse yourself in theater-quality 3D sound. With four up-firing drivers in the main bar and two more in the detachable speakers, the JBL Bar 1300X delivers true Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X together with MultiBeam™ for an enhanced 3D surround sound experience.
Enjoy real surround sound without the hassle of extra wires and power connections. Just place the two detachable battery-powered surround speakers behind you and get swept away in amazing audio.
Get ready to explore. Access over 300 online music streaming services through AirPlay, Alexa MRM and Chromecast built-in™. Enjoy all of your favorite audio content, Internet radio, and podcasts in high definition. The Wi-Fi connection also allows automatic software updates, so you can always enjoy the latest features.
With 1170 watts of total system power, the JBL Bar 1300X transforms your movies, music and games into immersive sound experiences and pulls you into the middle of the action.
Thrilling, precise bass from a mighty 12" wireless subwoofer brings the excitement to your action movies and the emotion to your music.
You can pair one of the detachable wireless speakers to any Bluetooth device to use as a standalone speaker, or pair them together for a powerful stereo sound.
PureVoice technology uses our unique algorithm to optimize voice clarity to ensure you never miss a word of dialogue, even when the surround effects are at their peak.
Enjoy uncompressed Dolby Atmos surround sound through a single HDMI cable thanks to the HDMI eARC connection. The three HDMI input connections also offer 4K video quality from a compatible video player or gaming console.
Customize EQ and control all of your compatible speakers with a single convenient app. The JBL One app helps you easily set up the soundbar, personalize settings, and browse the integrated music services to find your new favorite song.
Every room is different. Our calibration feature ensures that the JBL Bar 1300X delivers the best 3D surround effects for any interior and room layout.
Simply link the JBL Bar 1300X with your voice assistant-enabled device and you can instantly ask Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri to stream all your favorite music to the soundbar.

FAQs & How-Tos

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  • BAR 1300/1300X

    Software Update Release Notes

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    Version:  V 24.33.31.80.00
    Release Date:  August 20, 2024
    Release Media:  OTA (over the air) Automatic Update

    What’s New

    1. Improve rear speaker charging performance when docked


    Version:  V 24.17.71.80.00
    Release Date: May 10, 2024
    Release Media: OTA (over the air) Automatic Update

     

    What’s New

    1. Improve calibration flow.
    2. Add Amazon HD music support in JBL ONE app
    3. Improve HDMI eARC/ARC compatibility

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    Version:  V 22.47.35.80.00

    Release Date: November 29, 2022

    Release Media: OTA (over the air) Automatic Update

     

    What’s New

    1. Optimize the charging experience for the detachable surround speaker
    2. Improve sound bar HDMI compatibility with TV
    3. General software and performance improvements
  • Yes, however, the JBL ONE App gives you another level of control over the speaker/soundbar.
    Through the App, you can personalize the performance, such as:
    • Customizing EQ settings
    • Setting up our new feature called: My Moment 
    • Connect your favorite streaming music services.
  • Once the speaker/soundbar is connected to the network, software updates will automatically be sent to the speaker/soundbar through Wi-Fi or the internet, if available
  • In the JBL ONE App:
    (1) Go to My Products, select your product
    (2) Select Support tile
    (3) Under General, select Product Support
  • If you cannot stream music  with AirPlay, use the JBL One App; 
    (1) Go to Settings.
    (2) Select 3rd Party Service.
    (3) Select the Airplay tile.
    (4) Select Reset AirPlay.
  • (1) Select the JBL device you want to rename
    (2) Navigate to the Support tile and select "Rename My Product."
    (3) Press the current name and type in the new name
    (4) Press SAVE
  • You can adjust the amount of audio coming from the upfiring speakers by pressing the "ATMOS" button on the Remote control and switch between middle (default), high or low.
  • There are two steps in the calibration
    1. Place the surround speakers beside your seating position and press the CALIBR button on the remote control. Follow the instruction to start the 1st calibration
    2. After the 1st calibration done, place the surround speakers in your desired location and press CALIBR on the remote control to start the 2nd calibration
  • NOTE: Apple IOS users are not able to find their MAC address in Google Home app due to privacy policies in the USA and European market.

    We advise setting up your device on a less secure network. Log into the router and retrieve the MAC address for your device then add it to your preferred network.

    Instructions below are for Android only

    1. Open your Google Home app Google Home app
    2. Enable Bluetooth User-added image on your device.
    3. Enable Location service User-added image on your Android device.
      1. Remember to "Allow" Google Home to view your location while using the app (You are asked during setup of the Google Home app).
      2. In case you denied access go to Settings User-added image Apps User-added image Google Home User-added image Permissions User-added image Allow to view Location.
    4. When you at selecting the Wi-Fi network from the list of available networks, before tapping on your network you need to get the MAC address.
      1. Tap  the User-added image located top right corner.
      2. In the pop-up menu press "Show MAC address" User-added image Write down the MAC Address.
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    You can now add the MAC address to your local Wireless router or system if your configuration requires this before installing the device on your network.

    Finding the MAC address after speaker is installed

    1. Open your Google Home app Google Home app.
    2. Tap on  to view your home.
    3. Find your room User-added image.
    4. In the top right corner tap Settings icon User-added image.
    5. ​Scroll down to the bottom of the screen. You will see some system information and the MAC address as well.
  • (1) On the subwoofer's rear panel, press and hold the pairing button until the LED  turns fast, flashing white.
    (2) To enter the subwoofer pairing mode on the soundbar, press and hold the bass button on the remote control for more than three seconds. Then, press VOL - on the remote control.

    On the soundbar LED display:
    → "SUB PAIRING": The subwoofer is ready for pairing.
    → "SUB PAIRED": The subwoofer is connected.
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