IFA 2017, BERLIN – AUGUST 31, 2017 – HARMAN International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today introduced an all-new JBL BAR series, a line of high-performance soundbars with a slender design, Bluetooth 4.0 for streaming music and superior sound quality. Available in four models, the BAR STUDIO, BAR 2.1, BAR 3.1, and BAR 5.1, the series gives entertainment lovers customizable options to fit any home theater environment.
JBL’s most expansive soundbar series to date fills any room with theatre-quality sound to elevate the enjoyment of TV, movies, music and video games. In addition to featuring JBL Signature Sound and Dolby Digital decoding, the BAR series comes equipped with additional speakers to further enhance the sound performance. Exceptional bass ensures viewers won’t miss a single beat or blast, whether listening to music or indulging in the latest Hollywood thriller.
Engineered to make entertainment simpler, the BAR series is easy to set up and has multiple convenient connections, including HDMI™ and HDMI™ ARC inputs as well as Optical and AUX wired connections. The higher models, including 3.1 and 5.1, come with multiple 4K HDMI pass-through inputs to connect additional devices like Blu-Ray players, game consoles and more. For increased ease of use, each soundbar is programmed to respond to the TV remote, eliminating the need for multiple controllers. For those who love the second screen experience, the JBL BAR series also comes equipped with JBL SoundShift™ technology, allowing users to instantly swap audio sources.
For buyers looking for a full, all-wireless true surround sound experience, the JBL BAR 5.1 features two battery-powered, rechargeable, wireless rear speakers with 10 hours of battery life – equivalent to the duration of four-to-five Hollywood movies. Making it even more versatile, both rear speakers detach from the soundbar and can be placed anywhere in the room, transforming the system into the ultimate, personalized cinema quality experience. Boasting 510W of total system power, three 4K HDMI™ inputs, a 10” wireless subwoofer and DTS decoding, the BAR 5.1 is the most advanced soundbar in the series, vividly bringing the hardest-hitting action flicks and games to life.
For consumers looking for a more entry-level soundbar, the Bluetooth-enabled BAR STUDIO is the perfect addition to smaller rooms, providing exceptional sound and music streaming capabilities for the best bargain. The Studio is slim and simple to use with one cable connection via HDMI™ ARC, and JBL Surround Sound for a stellar virtual surround sound experience from just one soundbar. For more power, viewers have the option of the BAR 2.1, or BAR 3.1—intermediate soundbars both with wireless subwoofers. For advanced vocal clarity, the BAR 3.1 has a dedicated center channel for a state-of-the-art listening experience.
“The JBL BAR series is made for every type of user and listener, and perfectly suited to be placed on a consult or mounted on a wall,” said Dave Rogers, SVP & GM, Consumer Audio at HARMAN. “With looks as great as the signature sound, this series re-defines the soundbar, creating a supreme home theatre experience to suit today’s larger-size TVs.”
The new BAR series meets the needs of every home setting without sacrificing sound quality and aesthetics. With premium material and surface finishes, slim designs to fit the latest TV form factors and a front visual display for a better user interface experience, the JBL BAR series delivers sound quality, simplicity and design wrapped into one.
Prices
Availability
The JBL BAR 2.1 is available from September 2017. The JBL BAR STUDIO, JBL BAR 3.1 and JBL BAR 5.1 is available from October 2017.
For more information, contact with WaveMotion S.A., official distributor of Harman Lifestyle Division by calling 210-9244505 or visit: www.wavemotion.gr & eu.jbl.com.
ABOUT WAVEMOTION
WaveMotion, an importer and distributor, is seated in Athens Greece, operating on a wholesale basis, in the consumer electronics, telecommunications and computer industry for over 35 years. WaveMotion S.A. retains the official, exclusive, distribution for the Greek market of important Houses- in leading positions in the Global Arena, like JBL, harman/kardon, Cambridge Audio, Q Acoustics, QED, Goldring, rapoo.
Brand Development is the core skill of WaveMotion Team. The vision of our people is to expand WaveMotion’s Brands selection, following our tagline’s principles –Technology, Aesthetics, Design- and continue this journey of Ours, introducing compellingly and establishing decisively these Brands, in the eyes of our Customers.
ABOUT HARMAN
HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
