Samsung
Q990D
$1190.00
JBL
Based on 67 Reddit mentions
$799.95
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https://www.rtings.com/soundbar/tools/compare/samsung-hw-q990d-vs-jbl-bar-1000/49714/34907?threshold=0.16 Rtings.com comparison between the Q990D and JBL Bar 1000. I wouldn't spend another 200 for an arguably worse product. They also rate it higher than the 1300X.
The-Choo-Choo-Shoe in r/Soundbars
June 15, 2025 7:40 AM
5
I have the same issue with jbl 1000 mk1, bought it second hand but still. I had a jbl 5.1 4k Ultra hd before and the bass was just amazing on that one, and its supposed to be the same subwoofer on jbl 1000 mk1 (?) ,but a bit more power on jbl 1000 so you would think it would be great but doesnt come
...Fancy_Bear_6691 in r/Soundbars
January 17, 2026 7:18 PM
2
Sonos Arc Ultra. One thing I have noticed which really separate Sonos and Bose is the clearity of sound you get from Soundbars. I have used JBl BAR 1000 and Samsungs at my friends house and I have Bose and tested Sonos. No comparison of Bose and Sonos in quality, calibration of each sound and crisp,
...Apps_1 in r/Soundbars
October 7, 2025 7:34 PM
2
I’ve been having the same experience with my JBL Bar 1000 MK2. The bass isn’t as strong as I expected, it doesn’t really get loud, and I’m not sure what could be causing that. However, the Dolby Atmos is impressive, especially when watching movies or even playing music.
tarnodenis in r/Soundbars
April 3, 2026 5:48 PM
1
To me, jbl sounded like it was wrapped around a cloth and being played not that great clarity and the bass, i don't know I could only see the sub shaking but not feel anything since ig the shop was pretty big, couldn't pressurize that area well. But samsung def has an edge in sound quality since I c
...Ok_Pudding7918 in r/Soundbars
December 11, 2025 1:57 PM
1