Bar 1300XMK2

JBL

Bar 1300XMK2

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jbl 1300x mk2 or polk magnifi max ax sr

So you have the Magnifi Max AX SR if I'm understanding correctly... Both the 1300x or 990F will 1000% be a massive upgrade from the Polk. I had that Polk system myself and it was alright but somewhat disappointing to me, mostly didn't feel the subwoofer sounded very good as it had a very strong midb

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prime-mimister in r/Soundbars

December 24, 2025 4:37 AM

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Flexus 300

Thanks for the update! I've been testing this soundbar for the past few days. So far, I like it. I'll be returning the JBL 1300X MK2 this week because I think the dialogue on the Flexus 300 is better. But I still have some issues, especially with HBO. Interesting that you've had a similar experience

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dcj597 in r/Soundbars

January 19, 2026 2:28 AM

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JBL Bar 1300MK2 vs. MK1: Massive disappointment (Defective unit?) - Non-existent bass & static noise

Be aware that the JBL Bar 1300 MK1 subwoofer might be rated at 300W but in real tests, it can only go up to 100W, so I would never ever expect the subwoofer from MK2 to get to 1200W if that's what they are advertising. Samsung's dual 8 inch driver sub from Q990F is somewhat closer to reality, rated

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AlexNec02 in r/Soundbars

January 12, 2026 12:51 PM

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Samsung HW-Q990F vs JBL 1300XMK2 (need to return one)

La tua recensione mi è utile perché anche io ero indeciso tra questi due modelli. Anche se propendevo per il 990F, adesso ho la conferma che è migliore del JBL 1300 MK2.

Mystral75 in r/Soundbars

March 23, 2026 6:22 AM

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JBL 1300X Mk2 vs Nakamichi Shockwafe 11.2.6

I own a 990D and a Nakamichi shockwave wireless 11.2.6. I can’t recommend a soundbar more than the shockwafe it is hands down the best Dolby Atmos soundbar set up and it’s 2 ported 10’s will blow away the single JBL 12. The shockwafe woofers use a lot more watts than the JBL 1300x MK2 that only uses

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HopeURhavinagreatday in r/Soundbars

December 12, 2025 8:24 PM

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LG H7 Soundbar

Thanks for that explanation! It sounds like we're on a similar journey. I bought the JBL 1300X MK2 during BF and got an 83" LG G4 on clearance about a month later, so I've really had the full set up for only about a month or so. I liked the JBL but my wife and I had trouble with some of the dialogue

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dcj597 in r/Soundbars

January 14, 2026 7:17 PM

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Samsung Q9xxF series dual 8" sub - poor bass

I picked the Q900F up for about $800 and the Q990D that is coming for about $650. I am put off by the JBL due to the sound bar not being as clear as the Samsung. Also I don't like the detachable speakers. I do like that sub, not sure of the overall RMS but if it is anywhere near the 1300mk2 - damn.

Moriartii6762 in r/Soundbars

December 10, 2025 10:47 PM

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Best All in One Soundbar

Had the Flexus 300 Core just by itself for 45 Days, Sounds amazing! As a stand alone bar it is really good. Music sound good with hard hitting bass that is surprising, Especially with a clean sounding track. Dialog Sounds Really Natural & Clear. Movies are dependent on source quality. But does a goo

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GuitarOk7360 in r/Soundbars

December 19, 2025 10:22 PM

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Klipsch Flexus Core 300

The JBL 1300X MK2 actually sounded really good with movies. The Wireless Surrounds paired instantly and actually had more overall sound output than the Flexus Surround 200’s. The JBLs were more alive during movies, but sounded forced at times. The Surround Decoding Algorithms is different between th

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GuitarOk7360 in r/Soundbars

December 26, 2025 9:44 PM

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Soundbar Recommendations

You remind me of my dad, still has the old OG JBL Bar 3.1, he drives a 2014 Acura TL, this is his 2nd 2014 TL too! I haven't heard anything about Sennheiser releasing anything anytime soon, so just dismiss Sennheiser for now. I have a video you should watch. It has good audio clips of both the Marsh

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prime-mimister in r/Soundbars

February 28, 2026 5:43 PM

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Q990D

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Q990D

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