JBL Bar 800 review: Better Than Samsung HW-Q800C Soundbar?
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The JBL Bar 800 is a 720W 5.1.2-channel soundbar that features 11 audio drivers, detachable rear speakers and Dolby Atmos. Find out how it performs by watching the review!
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Alternatives to consider:
Samsung HW-Q930C: Its closest competitor (usually more expensive)
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Samsung HW-Q800C: Great soundbar but no rears
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JBL Bar 1000: Its more expensive sibling
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JBL Bar 1300/1300X: Its flagship sibling
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Samsung HW-Q990B: Best Atmos experience
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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Plus: Even better sub-bass (with subwoofer)
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Harman Kardon Citation Multibeam 1100: Favourite all-in-one for the price
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Denon Home 550: Good all-in-one soundbar but no subwoofer
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Creative SXFI Carrier: Best compact Dolby Atmos soundbar
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Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max: The best flagship soundbar
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Video timestamps:
Price & design: 00:00
Detachable speakers: 01:07
Controls & app: 02:27
Connectivity: 03:51
Sound demo: 05:06
Driver configuration: 07:02
Bass: 08:30
Treble: 09:44
Soundstage: 10:45
Dolby Atmos demo: 11:45
Atmos performance: 13:34
Verdict: 14:34
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Buy the Bar 800 from JBL: fave.co/49fgPhp Buy the JBL Bar 800 from Amazon: locally.link/epZp Video timestamps: Price & design: 00:00 Detachable speakers: 01:07 Controls & app: 02:27 Connectivity: 03:51 Sound demo: 05:06 Driver configuration: 07:02 Bass: 08:30 Treble: 09:44 Soundstage: 10:45 Dolby Atmos demo: 11:45 Atmos performance: 13:34 Verdict: 14:34
Thanks for the review.. are you planning to do any "best for gamers" summary video, or other such summary videos as youv'e reviewd so many in the past few months.
@TotallydubbedHD
4 ай бұрын
Unlikely to do so, but it's a good suggestion!
Very in depth review like always. Well done. I'm really torn between going the Q800C+SWA-9500S satellites for ~650€ or the q990c for 840€. I currently have a Q600A, which has done its job well enough, but the lack of an e-arc port + surrounds has been somewhat annoying, specially when dealing with high bitrate atmos content. Thanks, keep that awesome work rolling! :)
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it! Honestly, I'd suggest considering the JBL Bar 800 over the Samsung 800c + rears (should work out cheaper). But the 800c + rears is a good combo too. Of course if you have the budget the 990c will be far superior in every department over both of them.
@lordlucfz
5 ай бұрын
Main issue is that i've never had the experience with a JBL product and im comfy enough with the Samsungs, specially considering that i'll probably end up going for a QD-Oled Samsung TV in the future. The JBL is a bit more expensive than the Q800 paired with the rears too. :) Plus, as you mention in your vid, theres no height sound on those rear speakers. ^^''@@TotallydubbedHD
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
@@lordlucfz fair enough! The Q Symphony feature might be a good pairing when you get the new TV too.
@lordlucfz
5 ай бұрын
Yep ^^ From all that i've read until now, Q-Symphony does seem to help with the overall sound. So, i ended up with the q990c, its a bigger investment than i was thinking but in the end, i think it will be worth it! :) Thank you for the help, and keep up the awesome work! Subscribed.
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
@@lordlucfz great choice, enjoy!
Thanks so much for the review. Can you please advise whether it is possible to connect my Amplifier to the soundbar so that I can play my radio and DVD? Also, do you recommend Bose Smart Sound Bar 600 or JBL Bar 800?
@TotallydubbedHD
2 ай бұрын
Pretty sure you won't be able to connect your amp to any soundbar, but feel free to look online to see if anyone has ever done that. Glad you enjoyed the review, and I'd generally recommend the JBL over the Bose.
How does it compare to the JBL 5.0 multibeam?
Does it's dialogue delivery is clear in case action paced BGM??
Does this support HDMI 2.1?
is 800 and 800 pro the same? just marketing?
Hi there. Thanks for sharing. Do these detachable speakers need to be plugged in after being placed on the left and right sides of the viewing area? So how is the electricity need met? charging or plug?
@TotallydubbedHD
2 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, pretty sure this was covered in video? They don't need to be permanently plugged in.
@alazduru487
2 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD❤🙏🏻
Nice review! One question. I m thinking to buy this or samsung 930c. What do you think?
@shirazkarim5482
Ай бұрын
Jbl
@sutoprak9955
Күн бұрын
Basta jbl bar 800 çok daha güçlü lakin dolby sesleri ve surround samsung'da daha iyi.
Thank you for the review... I was considering jbl 800 and now I'm close enough to purchase it. Just, can you explain me conectivity, "you cannot feed through 4K at 120 Hz... for console gaming"... how it will affect on the sound when I connect PS5? What can I expect of sound?
@TotallydubbedHD
Ай бұрын
Sound won't be affected, but the video res and refresh rate as mentioned and quoted will be capped due to port limitations. Glad you enjoyed the review! If you're going to buy via Amazon, links in the description give me commission :)
@theriffhard
Ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD Thank you! I m really interested in jbl 800. Please, one more question... To avoid that, can I connect PS5 directly to tv and from tv with archdmi or optical connection to soundbar? That in soundbar only goes sound? Perhaps that is better option, so that video res and refresh rate will not dropp?
@TotallydubbedHD
Ай бұрын
@@theriffhard yes, do you have a modern TV though with HDMI 2.1? If so, yes that would be best.
@shirazkarim5482
Ай бұрын
I bought one. Superb atmos speaker for 350 Sq ft room 🎶🔊.Life time
salve a tutti ho una sound bar JBL bar 800 nel manuale non riporta come regolare i volumi della sound bar gli speaker wireless e il subwoofer compreso impostazione pura voce e modalità intelligente e altre funzioni, qualcuno sa come e la procedura. Grazie
I bought these for 675 aud, it’s worth it. Still didn’t turn full volume don’t wanna mess with neighbours 😅. Bass is amazing worth it totally recommended
@TotallydubbedHD
4 ай бұрын
Glad you're enjoying it!
How much do the speaker’s batteries last? In a couple of years, when it will be the time to change them…how much will be their cost?and where will I find them?….
@Markus-rc2wi
27 күн бұрын
If you think about the detachable ones, they should last up to 10 hours i think and charges when they’re connected to the main speaker
is it worth it +200$ for this compared to jbl bar 500?
Hey, I have a question. I'm looking to get a sound system for my new apartment. I will mainly use it for watching Movies/ series/ sports, and playing music. I was considering the Samsung HW-Q930C (€600), and the JBL Bar 800 Pro (€750). I really like the idea of the JBL because of the wireless rear speakers so I can put one in the kitchen while cooking and still being able to enjoy the music. Which one would you recommend, or would you go for a completely different system instead? Thank you so much in Advance!
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
Well if you're looking for that feature, the Samsung won't give you that!
@matthijsvanderleer6486
3 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD and would you recommend one over the other quality wise? Especially with the Samsung being 150 euros cheaper
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
@@matthijsvanderleer6486 well I've not tried the other, but suspect it's similar sounding to the JBL (as they're owned by the same company)
Are the detachable speakers also work when connected to the soundbar (in stereo configure)? or just idle? thanks
@TotallydubbedHD
9 күн бұрын
They work with the soundbar, unless I don't understand your question? Pretty sure everything was covered in the review though
@eranoved6757
9 күн бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks what I mean is that if they’re attached to the sound bar are they still producing sound or only producing sound when detached
Hi, Im going for Samsung TV 65Neo QLED 65QN95C. Looking for the sound bar Option HWQ800C. is this a right match ?? And i have one more option for TV is Sony XR65X90L and Want to go with JBL. But suggest me a good Sound bar. Appreciated for the Quick reply Thanks in advance!!!
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
Sure, the Q800C will be a good option. Suggest you watch the review for more info.
@ravichandrakoyyada5302
3 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks alot for the Quick revert. You are Quickest than any other.
Is there any real alternatives in this price range with wireless rear speakers?
@TotallydubbedHD
2 ай бұрын
See the description
Hi, I'm considering this JBL 800 and Samsung 800c. Mainly used for watching TV, Netflix and listening to music. Which do you recommend for a better experience when watching a movie/series on Netflix? This will sit in a living room 5m(w) x 3m(l) (open on the back end), and my sofa is about 2.5m away from tv/soundbar. Thank you.
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
I'd pick the JBL!
@justinhoang992
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation@@TotallydubbedHD, is it worth upgrading to JBL bar 1000 for $300 more?
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
@@justinhoang992 I'd suggest the Samsung alternatives at that level (ie Q990C) - check the description
I'm not sure if I should buy this soundbar or the Samsung Q930C. In my country, the JBL Bar 800 is a little "cheaper" than the Q930C, but the JBL one doesn't have a DTS codec (the JBL Bar 1000 has it, but it's a lot more expensive). Does the fact that the JBL Bar 800 doesn't have DTS still make it worth buying? Or will I miss the DTS codec?
@bajwaxsaab6678
3 ай бұрын
Go for jbl 800. It can play dolby atmos truehd lossless audio. I prefer dolby atmos turehd over DTS
@pedro_ferreirinha
2 күн бұрын
No streaming platform has DTS. DTS is only useless if you watch bluray content.
I am considering getting on of this, but, could you confirm something? I see you got a samsung tv, so do I, do you know if it connects via anynet-cec, so you can use the volume controls from the home teather with the samsung remote? Thanks
@TotallydubbedHD
2 ай бұрын
Yup, it'll work!
@hernanxx
2 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks a lot!
@hernanxx
2 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD got one today, it works just fine and connects perfectly to anynet. Thanks for the cool video.
@TotallydubbedHD
2 ай бұрын
@@hernanxx pleasure, glad you enjoyed it!
@hernanxx
2 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD hey sorry to bother you again. I don't like much the idea of charging them each time so I bought a couple 5v charges and usb-c cables. Would you recommend to leave then plugged or should I unplug them from the usb c time to time? Thank you.
Bought the Q800C for 360euro. Cant wait.
@TotallydubbedHD
4 ай бұрын
Enjoy!
@SpaceStyle89
2 ай бұрын
q800c with Samsung refund of 150€ I paid 270 € for it
@TotallydubbedHD
2 ай бұрын
@@SpaceStyle89 happy days
@mikes4099
2 ай бұрын
Hey there, any updates on your purchase? Hopefully it’s been a positive experience for you. I am looking into the Q800c to add to my Q70c TV
How to toggle on off for purvoice enhancement and smart mode? Plz help me. Just got this bar 800
@TotallydubbedHD
Ай бұрын
See the manual.
@akombalasau4022
Ай бұрын
@TotallydubbedHD not in my Manual i have. That's why i resorted here. From Philippines Market
@TotallydubbedHD
Ай бұрын
@@akombalasau4022 look up the manual online or contact JBL tech support, as I can't remember from memory.
@akombalasau4022
Ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD okay thank you
What is your take on Bar 800 vs Bar 1000?
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
1000 is better
@ulyssespaiva
3 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD thank you
Jbl bar 800 or the jbl bar 9.1?
@sutoprak9955
2 күн бұрын
Bar 1000 daha iyi.
I bought one. Superb atmos speaker for 350 Sq ft room 🎶🔊.
@TotallydubbedHD
Ай бұрын
Happy days!
Bayım kusura bakmayın dilinizi bilmiyorum videodan hiçbirşey anlamdım.Ülkemde samsung q800d=18.000 birim ve jbl bar 500=27.000 birim ve logitech z906=16.000 birim hangisini almalıyım?
@TotallydubbedHD
17 сағат бұрын
Get the Samsung.
@sutoprak9955
14 сағат бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHDThanks
I’m confused between Sony HTA3000+SW3 subwoofer , JBL bar 500 and Samsung HWQ800C. All and priced similar to pair with my Sony X80L tv. My preference 70% music and 30% movies.
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
Between those three, I'd pick the Samsung, but why isn't the Bar 800 being considered too?
@shijotg
5 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD thanks for the quick reply. Bar 800 is about 150 dollars more than others where I live. But thanks for asking that. I think it would be a good choice. For music I like it the old way Stereo left and right. How do the detachable speakers sound ? Will they add to the overall stereo feel. ?
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
@@shijotg that would be worth the investment. As for your question, suggest watching the review - lots of info there!
@shijotg
5 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD yes I wanted to know the stereo separation when I play music. I finally went to the store and heard it. It’s only good for ATMOS movies. For music the surround speakers detached won’t make a big difference. When detaching the music automatically sounds more to the center speakers. Finally I ended up buying the Sony HT-A3000 with subwoofer and surround speakers got it for 850. Slightly priced above the bar 800. But it sounds great. Great vocals and audio separation for music.
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
@@shijotgcool, glad you found what you liked. I'd never buy or recommend any Sony soundbar after my experience of their products (and the marketing team) lol.
Have you reviewed a better soundbar in its discounted price range? :)
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
Suggest watching the review and reading the description for alternatives.
@ChrischlyM
3 ай бұрын
@@TotallydubbedHD Thanks for replying. I did both but happened to comment on the wrong video, I meant to comment on the Q800C. All the alternatives in the description are 1,5-3x the price in my region, so I'm guessing it's a pretty good value proposition.
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
@@ChrischlyM yup that would be the best then.
Hi, is it true, that the JBL 800 doesn't output 120hz 4K?
@TotallydubbedHD
3 ай бұрын
Did you not watch the video? It's covered.
JBL bar 5.1 subwoofer.?
@sutoprak9955
2 күн бұрын
Çıkarılabilir 5.1 q800'den ve bar 800'den daha iyi.
first
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
🙌
There's a crackling sound. Poor quality, only bass is good. Samsung 800C is better. It's a bit cheaper than the Samsung 990C...
@TotallydubbedHD
5 ай бұрын
Cracking sound, what? And no it isn't lol.
@cbeattie778
5 ай бұрын
You obviously can't hear it as you a behind a computer screen and not there in person 😂
@rachemontezuma3410
5 ай бұрын
Perhaps your chinese TV is cracking 😂😂😂😂l
@pedro_ferreirinha
10 күн бұрын
Im between the JBL Bar 800 Pro, or the Lg S95QR, I just bought the new Lg Oled C4.
@kociamorda8609
9 күн бұрын
@@pedro_ferreirinha Sell and buy Samsung 990C LG is not top.