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JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2) vs Polk Audio MagniFi Mini AX
Product A: JBL
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Product B: Polk Audio
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Compare the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2) with
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- 21 different values
- 26 known for one only
- 13 the same
- 30 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AJBL: 965 × 56 mm
- BPolk Audio: 366 × 79 mm
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Audio system
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System channel configuration
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Physical drivers in the package
Physical drivers in the bar
Up-firing drivers in the package
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Driver layout
AJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | Race-track driver | 4 | Not available |
| Soundbar | Tweeter | 2 | 25.4 |
| Subwoofer | Woofer | 1 | 165.1 |
Source1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Transducer line. Race-track driver size is not published. Tweeter 1 inch is 25.4 mm and the subwoofer 6.5 inch is 165.1 mm, converted exactly from the published inch sizes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: transducer 4 race-track drivers and 2 x 1 inch tweeter (soundbar), 6.5 inch (subwoofer).
BPolk Audio MagniFi Mini AX
| Component | Driver type | Count | Diameter (mm) | Orientation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soundbar | L/R tweeter | 2 | 19 | Not available |
| Soundbar | L/C/R midrange | 3 | 51 | Not available |
| Subwoofer | Oval woofer, 127 × 178 mm | 1 | Not available | Down-firing |
Separate subwoofer included
Included subwoofer connection
Included subwoofer driver diameter
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Rear speakers included
Included rear speaker connection
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Detachable rear speakers
Compatible optional subwoofers
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Compatible optional rear speakers
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Total RMS audio output power
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Total peak audio output power
300W1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Total speaker power output (Max. @THD 1%) 300 W. Output power (Max. @THD 1%) 2 x 50 W (soundbar) and 200 W (subwoofer). JBL states no separate RMS rating, so only the maximum is stored.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: total speaker power output (Max. @THD 1%) 300 W, the same as the support page.
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Published frequency response lower limit
40Hz1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Frequency response 40 Hz to 20 kHz. No tolerance is published.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Audio specification: frequency response 40 Hz to 20 kHz.
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Published frequency response upper limit
20kHz1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Frequency response 40 Hz to 20 kHz.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Audio specification: frequency response 40 Hz to 20 kHz.
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Audio formats
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Dolby Atmos
No4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specifications: Dolby Atmos No. The Euronics Ireland table, Coolblue and Which? also say no Dolby Atmos.5Retailer pageeuronics.ie/products/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2-soundbar-system-jblbar21dbm2blkukRead 23 October 2026Comparison table: Dolby Atmos No.
DTS:X
Supported audio formats
PCM, Dolby Mono, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Atmos TrueHD, DTS Digital Surround, DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X, DTS Virtual:X2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw527a8c26/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-infosheet-en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 supported audio formats list. No per-input channel maxima are published.
Audio formats by connection
AJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)
| Connection | Format |
|---|---|
| USB | MP3 |
| USB | WAV |
BPolk Audio MagniFi Mini AX
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Max wired audio sample rate
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Max music file sample rate
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Max wired audio bit depth
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Max music file bit depth
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Connectivity
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Ports on the bar
AJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)
| Connector | Count | Version | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | 1.4 | HDMI IN for a digital device, with video passed to the TV |
| HDMI | 1 | 1.4 | HDMI OUT (TV ARC) to the TV |
| Optical | 1 | Not available | Optical digital audio input |
| USB-A | 1 | Not available | Music playback in the US version, service only in other versions, 5 V 0.5 A |
| AC power | 1 | Not available | Soundbar power input |
BPolk Audio MagniFi Mini AX
| Connector | Count | Role |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 1 | TV audio input through ARC/eARC |
| Optical | 1 | Digital audio input |
| 3.5 mm audio | 1 | Analog AUX audio input |
| USB-A | 1 | Firmware updates |
| DC power | 1 | Power input from external adapter |
Source3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw7d76cf3d/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-quickstartguide-global.pdfRead 8 October 2026Printed page 11 back panel, sheet page 2 counts and connector types. USB conflicts: manual says MP3 playback only, later 2023 sheet and current maker page specify firmware updates. Stored current service role, music-file playback omitted.9Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/polk-magnifi-mini-axRead 8 October 2026Set up and connectivity exact Mini AX hands-on review explicitly USB service only. This corroborates the current maker page and 2023 information sheet despite the older manual MP3 footnote.
HDMI ARC
Yes1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026HDMI Video output (With Audio return channel) 1, HDMI version 1.4. No eARC is stated.3Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw94f8fb2b/pdfs/JBL_SB_Bar%202.1%20(MK2)_OM_EN_V2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 8 and 9: the soundbar connects to the TV through the HDMI ARC connection, and the soundbar port is HDMI OUT (TV ARC).
HDMI eARC
HDMI-CEC
Yes3Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw94f8fb2b/pdfs/JBL_SB_Bar%202.1%20(MK2)_OM_EN_V2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 8 and 9: enable HDMI-CEC on the digital device, and the HDMI-CEC section controls volume, mute and power on or standby through the TV remote.6Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/sound-bars/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2Read 23 October 2026Which? page: HDMI CEC Yes, HDMI ARC Yes.
HDMI video passthrough
No7Reviewecoustics.com/reviews/polk-audio-magnifi-mini-axRead 8 October 2026Connections and Cons explicitly no extra HDMI input. Only TV ARC/eARC, optical and AUX audio connectors are provided. No dedicated source-video route.9Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/polk-magnifi-mini-axRead 8 October 2026Set up and connectivity explicitly says HDMI passthrough is unavailable because the bar has only one HDMI port.
Video passthrough modes
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HDR passthrough formats
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VRR passthrough
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ALLM passthrough
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HDCP version
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Bluetooth audio input
Bluetooth version
4.21Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth version 4.2. Profiles A2DP V1.3 and AVRCP V1.5. No codec is stated. Some retailer pages show 5.3, which JBL does not.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Wireless specification: Bluetooth version 4.2.
Bluetooth audio codecs
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Wi-Fi
No4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specifications: Wi-Fi No. Which? also lists no Wi-Fi.6Reviewwhich.co.uk/reviews/sound-bars/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2Read 23 October 2026Which? page: Wi-Fi No and no smartphone app.
Wi-Fi standard
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Wi-Fi bands
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Built-in Ethernet speed
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Streaming and control
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Streaming protocols
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Voice assistants
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Built-in microphone
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Microphone mute control
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Companion apps
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Companion app platforms
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Multiroom audio
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Remote included
Sound processing
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Sound modes
Automatic room calibration
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Room calibration system
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Dialogue enhancement
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Equalizer controls
Subwoofer bass level (low, mid, high)3Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw94f8fb2b/pdfs/JBL_SB_Bar%202.1%20(MK2)_OM_EN_V2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 11, bass adjustment: the BASS button switches between LOW, MID and HIGH. Audio sync is a separate delay setting.
TV speaker integration
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Power
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Published operating power
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Published standby power
0.5W1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Soundbar and subwoofer standby power less than 0.5 W. Stored 0.5 is the strict upper bound, not an exact draw.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026General specification: soundbar and subwoofer standby power less than 0.5 W.
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Published networked standby power
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Power supply
Internal power supply, 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026General specifications: power supply 100 - 240V AC, 50/60 Hz.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026General specification: power supply 100 - 240V AC, 50/60 Hz.
External soundbar adapter: 100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz input, 15 V DC, 4 A output. Included subwoofer uses a separate AC power cord.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw99d4e121/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-safetydoc-na.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 4 external PSU S065-1A150400M2: 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 15 VDC, 4 A. Its 60 W output is adapter capability. Its 0.21 W no-load figure is not soundbar standby consumption. Manual printed page 5 separately connects subwoofer AC cord.
Detachable rear battery life
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Detachable rear charge time
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Measured
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Low-frequency extension (measured)
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High-frequency extension (measured)
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Max sound pressure (measured)
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Frequency response deviation (measured)
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Measured latency
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Operating power (measured)
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Standby power (measured)
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Soundbar weight (measured)
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Dimensions and weight
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Soundbar dimensions
Width965Height56Depth85mm(38 × 2.2 × 3.3 in)1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Dimensions 965 x 56 x 85 mm (W x H x D), soundbar.
Soundbar weight
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Component dimensions and weight
AJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) | Weight (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subwoofer | 240 | 379 | 240 | 5,610 |
BPolk Audio MagniFi Mini AX
| Component | Width (mm) | Height (mm) | Depth (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Included subwoofer | 182 | 371 | 396 |
Package dimensions
Width1,045Height310Depth405mm(41.1 × 12.2 × 15.9 in)1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Packaging dimensions 1045 x 310 x 405 mm (W x H x D). The Abt listing gives 21 x 12 x 13 inches, which cannot hold the 965 mm bar and is not used.
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Package weight
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Wall mountable
In the box
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In the box
Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control with 2 AAA batteries, Power cords (up to 8 depending on region SKU), HDMI cable, Wall-mount bracket kit with screws, Wall-mounting template, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Safety sheet3Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw94f8fb2b/pdfs/JBL_SB_Bar%202.1%20(MK2)_OM_EN_V2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Printed page 4: soundbar, subwoofer, remote control with 2 AAA batteries, power cord (varies by region), HDMI cable, wall-mounting kit, product information and wall-mounting template. The quick start guide, warranty card and safety sheet come from the Abt and Target listings.4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Features and in the box: soundbar, wireless subwoofer, remote control with batteries, power cords (up to 8 depending on region SKU), HDMI cable, wall-mount bracket kit with screws, quick start guide, warranty card and safety sheet.
Soundbar, Wireless subwoofer, Remote control, Soundbar power supply, Soundbar power cord, Subwoofer power cord, HDMI cable, Two AAA batteries, Quick start guide, Registration card, Safety document2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw527a8c26/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-infosheet-en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Page 2 full stock-package list. Optional SR2 rears excluded.
Wall mount hardware included
HDMI cable included
Optical cable included
General
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Series
Model numbers
JBLBAR21DBM2BLKEP, JBLBAR21DBM2BLKUK, JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Abt US model JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM for the MK2 soundbar with wireless subwoofer. The EP and UK codes come from the Coolblue and Euronics pages.5Retailer pageeuronics.ie/products/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2-soundbar-system-jblbar21dbm2blkukRead 23 October 2026Euronics Ireland lists product code JBLBAR21DBM2BLKUK for the Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 soundbar system.7Retailer pagecoolblue.de/en/product/905922/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2-black.htmlRead 23 October 2026Coolblue Germany lists manufacturer code JBLBAR21DBM2BLKEP, 2.14 kg and 96.5 x 5.6 x 8.5 cm for the bar, which match JBL. Included by default: manual, remote with batteries, power cord, HDMI cable and wall mount with screws. The page was read in Chrome.
GTIN / EAN
0500363898774Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026UPC 050036389877. Target lists the same UPC for the Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2.8Retailer pagetarget.com/p/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2-bluetooth-soundbar-with-6-5-wireless-subwoofer/-/A-88677524Read 23 October 2026Target US lists UPC 050036389877 for the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 and the same specifications as the JBL page: 300 W system output, HDMI 1.4 with ARC, Bluetooth 4.2, 1 year limited warranty.
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Links
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Product page
support.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.html1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026JBL Canada support page, read in Chrome. Specification groups expanded with the accordion toggles. The JBL US product page for this model was not found.
Spec sheet
support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwe2ffd381/pdfs/JBL%20Bar%202.1_%20DEEPBASS_MK2_%20Spec%20Sheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Two page English spec sheet for BAR 2.1 DEEP BASS (MK2), read in Chrome as a PDF.
www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw527a8c26/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-infosheet-en.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw527a8c26/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-infosheet-en.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Mini AX information sheet, page 2.
Manual
support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw94f8fb2b/pdfs/JBL_SB_Bar%202.1%20(MK2)_OM_EN_V2.pdf3Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw94f8fb2b/pdfs/JBL_SB_Bar%202.1%20(MK2)_OM_EN_V2.pdfRead 23 October 2026Owner's manual BAR 2.1 DEEP BASS (MK2), 17 PDF pages in English, file JBL_SB_Bar 2.1 (MK2)_OM_EN_V2. Read in Chrome as a PDF, page by page.
www.polkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw7d76cf3d/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-quickstartguide-global.pdf3Owner's manualpolkaudio.com/on/demandware.static/-/Library-Sites-polk_northamerica_shared/default/dw7d76cf3d/downloads/magnifi-mini-ax-quickstartguide-global.pdfRead 8 October 2026Exact Mini AX global quick start guide. English printed pages 1 to 25.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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