Soundbars / Compare
JBL Bar 1000MK2 vs Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
Product A: JBL
76 of 98 known
Change JBL Bar 1000MK2
Product B: Sony
56 of 98 known
Change Sony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
55 of 90 fields differ
- 27 different values
- 28 known for one only
- 20 the same
- 15 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 69 soundbars.
- Standby powerLower is betterA: 1WB: 0.5WSony is 0.5 W lower.
Weight
0 to 30,000 g
Soundbar weight
A5,500g
B3,100g
All 98 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


Audio system
14 of 17 differ
System channel configuration
Physical drivers in the package
Physical drivers in the bar
Up-firing drivers in the package
Driver layout
AJBL Bar 1000MK2
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | 44 x 80 mm racetrack driver | 6 | Not available | Not available |
| Soundbar | Tweeter | 2 | 25 | Not available |
| Soundbar | Full-range driver | 2 | 70 | Up-firing |
| Each detachable rear speaker | 44 x 90 mm racetrack driver | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| Each detachable rear speaker | Full-range driver | 1 | 70 | Up-firing |
| Subwoofer | Woofer | 1 | 260 | Not available |
Source3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 22-23. Published driver sizes in mm are retained literally. Rectangular racetrack sizes remain in the type text, not a fabricated circular diameter. Rear rows will be sourced separately because the manual combines their counts across the pair.7Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/jbl-bar-1000mk2-soundbar-reviewRead 8 October 2026Design explicitly identifies one racetrack and one upward full-range driver per surround. Maker manual supplies exact millimetre sizes, but combines rear counts across pair. What Hi-Fi Build section independently confirms per-enclosure arrangement. Main bar and sub rows retain maker evidence.
BSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA-B600 front left/right | Full-range cone, 46 x 54 mm | 2 | Not available | Front-firing |
| SA-B600 center | Full-range cone, 46 x 54 mm | 1 | Not available | Front-firing |
| SA-B600 top | Full-range cone, 46 x 54 mm | 2 | Not available | Up-firing |
| SA-WB600 | Cone subwoofer | 1 | 160 | Not available |
Separate subwoofer included
Included subwoofer connection
Included subwoofer driver diameter
Rear speakers included
Included rear speaker connection
Not available
Detachable rear speakers
Not available
Compatible optional subwoofers
Not available
Not available
Compatible optional rear speakers
Not available
Total RMS audio output power
Not available
Total peak audio output power
Not available
Published frequency response lower limit
Not available
Published frequency response upper limit
Not available
Audio formats
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Dolby Atmos
DTS:X
Supported audio formats
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, DTS:X, PCM, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Connect and surround sound sections explicitly discuss decoding this content. Partial proved list. Transport-specific TrueHD or Dolby Digital Plus support is not inferred from eARC alone.10Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_109B1KMK2/JBL-Bar-1000MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact-model product research Audio/Video Section explicitly adds Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS and DTS-HD to the maker-proved Atmos, Dolby Digital and DTS:X list. Its Optical Digital Input section separately proves PCM. Generic eARC explanations are not used to assert individual transport codec rows. Firmware unreported.
LPCM 2ch, LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch, Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus, DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X5Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2088/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed 67 original guide supported-codec table visually inspected. Full listed decoding excludes MPEG-2/4 AAC because manual regional caveat prevents unconditional US assignment. Current US/JP specification tables incorrectly claim optical DD+/Atmos, rejected in favor of guide.
Audio formats by connection
AJBL Bar 1000MK2
| Connection | Format | Max input channels |
|---|---|---|
| Optical | PCM | 2 |
| Optical | Dolby Digital | 6 |
BSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
| Connection | Format | Max input channels |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI eARC | LPCM 2ch | 2 |
| HDMI eARC | LPCM 5.1ch | 6 |
| HDMI eARC | LPCM 7.1ch | 8 |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Digital | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby TrueHD | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Digital Plus | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Atmos | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Atmos over Dolby TrueHD | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS 96/24 | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-HD High Resolution Audio | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS-HD Master Audio | Not available |
| HDMI eARC | DTS:X | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | LPCM 2ch | 2 |
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Digital | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Digital Plus | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | Dolby Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | DTS | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 | Not available |
| HDMI ARC | DTS 96/24 | Not available |
| Optical | LPCM 2ch | 2 |
| Optical | Dolby Digital | Not available |
| Optical | DTS | Not available |
| Optical | DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 | Not available |
| Optical | DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 | Not available |
| Optical | DTS 96/24 | Not available |
Max wired audio sample rate
Not available
Max wired audio bit depth
Not available
Max music file bit depth
Not available
Not available
Connectivity
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Ports on the bar
AJBL Bar 1000MK2
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 3 | Audio and video input |
| HDMI | 1 | Video output and HDMI ARC/eARC audio input |
| Optical | 1 | Digital audio input |
| USB-A | 1 | Service and MP3 storage playback on US version |
| Ethernet | 1 | Network input |
| AC power | 1 | Power input |
BSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | HDMI OUT to TV with eARC/ARC audio return |
| Optical | 1 | TV IN optical audio |
| USB-A | 1 | UPDATE, software updates only |
| AC power | 1 | Bar AC power inlet |
HDMI ARC
HDMI eARC
HDMI-CEC
HDMI video passthrough
Video passthrough modes
AJBL Bar 1000MK2
| Width (px) | Height (px) | Refresh rate (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| 3840 | 2160 | 60 |
BSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
Not availableHDR passthrough formats
Not available
VRR passthrough
Not available
Not available
ALLM passthrough
Not available
Not available
HDCP version
Not available
Bluetooth audio input
Bluetooth version
Bluetooth audio codecs
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standard
Not available
Wi-Fi bands
Not available
Built-in Ethernet speed
Not available
Not available
Streaming and control
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Streaming protocols
AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, Roon Ready3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Section 5.3 lists supported network streaming routes. Multiroom section 7.6 documents group playback with Google Cast and AirPlay. Format availability depends on route and service.7Reviewtechradar.com/televisions/soundbars/jbl-bar-1000mk2-soundbar-reviewRead 8 October 2026Specs and Features explicitly identify AirPlay 2 and other network routes. Roon Ready is also documented by maker manual. Native app Atmos music differs from AirPlay and Google Cast.
Not available
Voice assistants
Not available
Built-in microphone
Not available
Microphone mute control
Not available
Not available
Companion apps
Sony | BRAVIA Connect5Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2088/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Companion app platforms
Multiroom audio
Not available
Remote included
Sound processing
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Sound modes
Broadcasting, Night Listening1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-1000MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Named selectable rear-speaker playback modes. Broadcasting follows TV audio. Night Listening uses rears while bar and sub are muted. Does not imply Music or Movie EQ presets.
Sound Field On/Off, Voice Mode, Night Mode, Dolby Speaker Virtualizer5Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2088/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed 40–41 surround Sound Field, Voice, Night and explicit Dolby Speaker Virtualizer setting. Printed 51 Sound Field Type setting. Voice Mode disabled when Dolby Speaker Virtualizer and Sound Field are enabled. No fabricated music/movie/game presets.
Automatic room calibration
Room calibration system
Not available
Dialogue enhancement
Night mode
Equalizer controls
7-band app equalizer, Subwoofer bass level1Maker product pagejbl.com/BAR-1000MK2.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker page proves app equalizer and manual proves five subwoofer bass levels. Band count is separately documented by the launch release or exact-model review.4Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/jbl-introduces-next-gen-bar-series-for-truly-immersive-entertainmentRead 8 October 2026June 9 announcement states seven-band EQ for every newly listed Bar model. Exact Bar 1000MK2 is in this release. Manual documents five subwoofer bass levels.
TV speaker integration
Not available
Not available
Power
5 of 6 differ
Published operating power
Not available
Published standby power
Published networked standby power
Power supply
120 V AC, 60 Hz for the US soundbar and supplied subwoofer6Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1888737-REG/sony_htb600_bravia_theater_bar_6.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US listing 120 V AC 60 Hz, corroborated by original Sony US reference guide 535063826-11(1), both bar YY2088C1 and sub YY2088C2. No conversion from Japanese 100 V or EU 230 V.7Owner's manualmanuals.plus/m/3a0bbb7ec970d728862fb374308aea3297a96a9ac6e507bb2a514e8e5bf6e18b_optim.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original Sony US two-page Reference Guide 5-063-826-11(1), printed Vietnam 2025, YY2088C1 and YY2088C2 power 120 V AC 60 Hz. This is the original printed document, not generated Manuals+ prose. Web tool primary text readable. Ordinary local download failed and was not bypassed.
Detachable rear battery life
Not available
Detachable rear charge time
Not available
Measured
None of 8 known
Low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Not available
High-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Not available
Max sound pressure (measured)
Not available
Not available
Frequency response deviation (measured)
Not available
Not available
Measured latency
Not available
Not available
Operating power (measured)
Not available
Not available
Standby power (measured)
Not available
Not available
Soundbar weight (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Soundbar dimensions
Width854Height52Depth128mm(33.6 × 2 × 5 in)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 22-23. Bare main bar W x H x D in normal tabletop orientation. Detachable ends are excluded.
Soundbar weight
Component dimensions and weight
AJBL Bar 1000MK2
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer | 325 | 400 | 325 | 9,100 |
| Each detachable rear speaker | 189 | 52 | 128 | 900 |
| Soundbar with both detachable speakers attached | 1,203 | 52 | 128 | Not available |
BSony BRAVIA Theatre Bar 6
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SA-WB600 supplied subwoofer | 210 | 388 | 388 | 7,700 |
| SA-B600 bar with supplied feet | 950 | 77 | 110 | 3,100 |
Package dimensions
Width980Height398Depth495mm(38.6 × 15.7 × 19.5 in)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Product Specifications, printed pages 22-23. Packaging W x H x D. Not the product enclosure.
Not available
Package weight
Not available
Wall mountable
In the box
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In the box
Main soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control with two AAA batteries, Power cords, 1.2 m HDMI cable, Soundbar wall-mount kit, Product information and wall-mount template, Two detachable wireless surround speakers, Rear speaker wall-mount kits, Side caps3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Box contents page 5. Power-cord quantity and plugs vary by region, so no guessed count. No optional accessory is described as supplied.
SA-B600 soundbar, SA-WB600 wireless subwoofer, RMT-AH513U remote control, Two AAA batteries, HDMI cable, AC power cords for bar and subwoofer, Two feet, Foot attachment screws, Wall mounting template, Documents6Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1888737-REG/sony_htb600_bravia_theater_bar_6.htmlRead 8 October 2026US B&H remote + battery, HDMI, feet, AC cords. Exact US Sony support identifies supplied component names and battery inclusion in What's in the Box. Guide 19–20 proves foot quantity 2, foot screws 2, template 1, documents. AC cord count 2 or 4 is regional so no exact cord quantity stored. No optional speaker, wall screws or optical cable added.10Maker product pagesony.com/electronics/support/sound-bars-home-theater-systems-sound-bars-surround-speakers/ht-b600Read 8 October 2026US support specifications box list includes remote control, remote batteries, HDMI cable, AC cord, foot, wall template, warranty card, quick setup guide and reference guide. Original guide and exact US retailer corroborate the package.
Wall mount hardware included
HDMI cable included
Optical cable included
General
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Series
Model numbers
HT-B600, HTB600, SA-B600, SA-WB600, RMT-AH513U, YY2088C6Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1888737-REG/sony_htb600_bravia_theater_bar_6.htmlRead 8 October 2026US exact maker support identifies SA-B600, SA-WB600, RMT-AH513U. Maker page HT-B600 and exact US retailer HTB600. Original US reference guide 535063826-11 states YY2088C. Combined exact reference identifiers, not sibling SA-G700/SA-WG700.7Owner's manualmanuals.plus/m/3a0bbb7ec970d728862fb374308aea3297a96a9ac6e507bb2a514e8e5bf6e18b_optim.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original US Reference Guide front YY2088C. Bar YY2088C1 and sub YY2088C2 in specifications. Main marketed model HT-B600 from maker and US support.10Maker product pagesony.com/electronics/support/sound-bars-home-theater-systems-sound-bars-surround-speakers/ht-b600Read 8 October 2026Exact US support header for HT-B600 lists supplied RMT-AH513U, SA-WB600 and SA-B600. Regional variation is explicitly noted. These names agree with the exact Japanese HT-B600 table. The current US specifications page incorrectly lists older SA-G700 and SA-WG700 names, which are excluded.
GTIN / EAN
Announced
Status
Predecessor
Not available
Not available
Successor
Not available
Not available
Launch price (US)
Not available
Markets
Links
Not compared
Product page
Spec sheet
www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw68ce4060/pdfs/JBL_BAR_1000MK2_Specsheet_EN.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw68ce4060/pdfs/JBL_BAR_1000MK2_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Two-page English maker datasheet for Bar 1000MK2.
www.sony.jp/home-theater/products/archive/HT-B600/spec.html4Maker product pagesony.jp/home-theater/products/archive/HT-B600/spec.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact Japanese HT-B600 table identifies SA-B600/SA-WB600 and correct layout, unlike current US specifications page copied SA-G700/SA-WG700 names and invalid HDMI-input/optical formats. Hardware counts/routes corroborated with original same-model English guide and US maker/retailer. Japanese 100 V, package mass/dimensions and local AAC transport capability not assigned to US package.
Manual
www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdf3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw59596ddc/pdfs/HA_JBL_Bar%201000MK2_OM_Global_EN_V3.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Bar 1000MK2 Owner's Manual. Global-labelled 1000/500 manuals explicitly distinguish US USB playback from other regions.
helpguide.sony.net/ht/2088/v1/en/print.pdf5Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/ht/2088/v1/en/print.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current original English guide 2088, HT-B600/HT-BD60 shared document. Marketed reference is HT-B600. No Costco alias/bundle inference. US reference original 535063826-11 separately YY2088C. Same hardware dimensions/ports.
EPREL registration number
Not available
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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