The JBL Bar 500 is a 5.1-channel soundbar with MultiBeam™ technology and Dolby Atmos, designed to give you a cinematic home-theater experience without the complexity of a full speaker setup. It sits just below the JBL Bar 800 and 1000 in the lineup but still delivers immersive 3D sound and deep bass — making it one of JBL’s most balanced soundbars for price and performance.

Here’s the full breakdown:

🔊 Sound & Performance

• 5.1-channel setup with JBL’s MultiBeam™ technology for a wider soundstage.

• Dolby Atmos support – creates a 3D surround effect without needing separate ceiling speakers.

• Wireless subwoofer (10”) – delivers deep, punchy bass you can feel.

• Total output power: 590W – easily fills a large living room with sound.

🎛️ Features

• PureVoice dialogue enhancement – makes voices crystal-clear, even during loud action scenes.

• Adaptive sound modes for movies, music, and TV.

• Room calibration – optimizes sound for your room’s acoustics.

• Works with JBL One App to customize EQ, update firmware, and control sound modes.

📡 Connectivity

• HDMI eARC – single-cable connection for uncompressed Dolby Atmos sound.

• Bluetooth 5.0 – wireless streaming from your phone or tablet.

• Wi-Fi connectivity with support for AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, and Alexa Multi-Room Music (MRM) – stream directly from music services.

🎨 Design

• Sleek, minimalist soundbar design that sits neatly under most TVs.

• Compact but powerful wireless subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the room.

⚖️ Pros

✅ 5.1-channel sound with Dolby Atmos & MultiBeam™
✅ Wireless subwoofer with room-shaking bass
✅ Wi-Fi streaming (AirPlay 2, Chromecast, Alexa MRM)
✅ Room calibration for optimal sound
✅ Clear dialogue with PureVoice