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Audio system

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System channel configurationiMaker-stated channel layout of the exact package, such as 5.1.2. This can include virtual channels. It is not a count of physical drivers. Optional speakers do not count.

2.11Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page title line: 2.1 channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer.

5.11Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026General feature: Number of Channel 5.1. The product title says 5.1 Channel. The spec sheet system features row says 3.1.2, which is not used.

Physical drivers in the packageiCount of physical active speaker drivers across the supplied bar, subwoofer and rear speakers. Passive radiators, microphones and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

71Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Transducer: 4 race-track drivers and 2 x 1 inch tweeters in the soundbar, 6.5 inch in the subwoofer. That is 6 plus 1.

75Maker product pagetcl.com/eu/en/soundbar/s65kRead 15 October 2026TCL Europe page for the S65K: Equipped with 7 high-quality drivers and 6 physical channels. The US page does not give a driver count. The EU page names the same model, 5.1 layout and rear speakers. The split between bar, rear speakers and subwoofer is not published.

Physical drivers in the bariCount of physical active speaker drivers in the soundbar alone. Passive radiators and virtual channels do not count. A coaxial driver, such as KEF Uni-Q, counts once, as makers count it.

61Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Transducer line: 4 race-track drivers plus 2 tweeters in the soundbar.

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Up-firing drivers in the packageiPhysical active drivers explicitly firing upwards across the supplied package. Virtual height channels and passive radiators do not count. A driver that fires upwards only when the bar is wall mounted is not counted.

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01Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Up-Firing Speaker No, Front Wide-firing Speaker No, Side-firing Speaker No.

Driver layoutiPublished physical driver layout for the supplied components. A row names one driver type in one component. Do not translate channel count into driver count.

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).

BTCL S65K

Component	Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Subwoofer	Woofer	1	165.1

Source1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Overview: wireless subwoofer with 6.5 in driver. The page names a built-in center speaker and a built-in tweeter in the bar but gives no sizes or counts.

Separate subwoofer includediA separate powered subwoofer is supplied with the reference package. A built-in woofer does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page title line and description: wireless subwoofer.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Wireless Subwoofer Included Yes.

Included subwoofer connectioniAudio link used by the supplied separate subwoofer. Wireless subwoofers can still require an AC power cable.

Wireless1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page title line: 2.1 channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer. The 5G wireless line (5736.35 to 5820.35 MHz) is the soundbar to subwoofer link. The subwoofer has its own power cord.

Wireless3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3b: the subwoofer pairs automatically with the sound bar. It needs its own power cord, so only the audio link is wireless.

Included subwoofer driver diameteriPublished diameter of an active driver in the supplied separate subwoofer. Do not use enclosure size or passive radiator size.

165.1mm1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Transducer: 6.5 inch (Subwoofer). Converted exactly to 165.1 mm.

165.1mm1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Subwoofer Driver Dimension 6.5 in, which is 165.1 mm. The spec sheet row Subwoofer Driver Dimensions 52 x 86mm does not fit a 6.5 in driver and is not used. The Amazon listing also says woofer diameter 6.5 inches.

Rear speakers includediCount of separate rear speaker enclosures supplied with the reference package. Detachable bar ends count when usable as rears. Optional rear speakers do not count.

01Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 20262.1 channel soundbar with wireless subwoofer. The box list (manual page 4) has no rear speakers and no rear speaker kit is named.

21Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Speaker: Wireless Rear Speaker Included Yes. The quick start guide box list gives the count of 2.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Satellite Speaker x 2.

Included rear speaker connectioniAudio link to the supplied rear speaker enclosures. Their power connection is separate.

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Wireless3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3c: the satellite speakers pair automatically with the sound bar, and pairing is by button. They have their own power cord, so only the audio link is wireless.

Detachable rear speakersiThe bar has supplied detachable end sections usable as separate rear speakers.

No1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Soundbar and subwoofer only. The page and the manual box list name no detachable end sections.

No3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: the sound bar and the two satellite speakers are separate items. The bar has no detachable end sections.

Compatible optional subwoofersiMaker-named compatible additional subwoofer models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Compatible optional rear speakersiMaker-named compatible additional rear speaker models. These do not contribute to the reference package layout, dimensions or measurements.

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Total RMS audio output poweriMaker-stated RMS or rated continuous amplifier output for the exact supplied package. Peak or unspecified maximum claims do not qualify. Distortion, load and rating conditions belong in the source note. Power consumption is separate.

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Total peak audio output poweriMaker-stated peak or maximum amplifier output for the exact supplied package. This is separate from RMS or continuous output and from electrical consumption. Rating conditions belong in the source note.

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.

630W1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: Maximum Audio Power 630W. The page does not say RMS. Stored as the maximum figure.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio (soundbar): Maximum Audio Power (Watts) 630W. Sound pressure level 95 dB, measured with pink noise at 1 m, C-weighted. The product page says 98 dB.

Published frequency response lower limitiMaker-published lower limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note. Reviewer extension measurements are separate.

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 limitiMaker-published upper limit for the exact supplied package. Tolerance and test conditions belong in the source note.

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 AtmosiExplicit support for Dolby Atmos playback. Transport codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: Dolby Atmos Yes.

DTS:XiExplicit support for DTS:X playback. Virtual surround processing alone does not establish DTS:X decoding.

No4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specifications: DTS:X No.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: DTS:X Yes.

Supported audio formatsiAudio formats explicitly decoded by the device. Codec and connection restrictions belong in source notes. Bluetooth codecs and music-file formats are separate.

Dolby Digital1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Description: Dolby Digital and JBL Surround Sound. Built-in Dolby Digital decoding.

PCM, Dolby Surround, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD, DTS:X3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Remote section 6b note: the LED display shows the audio format, such as PCM AUDIO / DOLBY SURROUND / DOLBY ATMOS / DTS / DTS HD / DTS:X, etc. The list ends with etc. and does not tie a format to an input.

Audio formats by connectioniExplicitly supported audio decoding combinations. Max input channels counts decoded input audio channels, including LFE. A 5.1 layout has 6 channels and 7.1 has 8. Output speaker layouts and Atmos objects do not count. Atmos over Dolby Digital Plus and over Dolby TrueHD are separate rows. Format support on one input does not prove support on another.

AJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)

Connection	Format
USB	MP3
USB	WAV

Source1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026USB supporting file format mp3, wav. USB playback is available in the US version only. No maximum channel counts apply to these file formats.

BTCL S65K

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Music file formatsiPublished local or network music-file playback formats. Playback route and app restrictions belong in source notes.

MP3, WAV1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026USB: supporting file format mp3, wav. MP3 codecs MPEG 1 Layer 2/3, MPEG 2 Layer 3, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3. USB playback is available in the US version only.

MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Decoding format: Audio Format Support MP3, FLAC, WAV. The quick start guide also lists WMA.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026USB feature: Audio Format Support MP3, FLAC, WAV.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 9 USB: supported audio files MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC. USB format FAT, FAT32, exFAT, NTFS. Max USB capacity 128 GB.

Max wired audio sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported sample rate for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify. A chipset limit is not device evidence.

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Max music file sample rateiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file sample rate. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

48kHz1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026MP3 sampling rate 16 kHz to 48 kHz and WAV sample rate 16 kHz to 48 kHz over USB, US version.

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Max wired audio bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported bit depth for decoded wired audio input. Name the exact HDMI, ARC, eARC or optical connection and codec in source notes. This is the published route limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all inputs. Local or network music-file limits and Bluetooth do not qualify.

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Max music file bit depthiHighest explicitly published supported local or network music-file bit depth. Name the playback route and file format in source notes. This is the published route and format limit, not proof of a device-wide maximum across all music formats. Wired HDMI or optical input and Bluetooth are separate.

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Connectivity

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Ports on the bariPhysical connectors on the soundbar alone. Record input, output, ARC or eARC, service, subwoofer and power roles explicitly. Count identical connectors per row. Component connectors are described in source notes.

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

Source1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Control and connection: USB Type A 5 V DC 0.5 A, HDMI video input 1, HDMI video output (with audio return channel) 1, HDMI version 1.4, audio inputs 1 optical, Bluetooth, USB. USB is for service only outside the US.

BTCL S65K

Connector	Count	Version	Role
HDMI	1	2.1	HDMI eARC/ARC output to the TV
HDMI	1	2.0	HDMI IN for a source device
Optical	1	Not available	Digital audio input
USB-A	1	Not available	Music playback and software update
AC power	1	Not available	Detachable AC power cord input

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connections: HDMI ARC Yes, HDMI 2.1. HDMI IN Yes. USB Playback Yes. Port roles and the optical input are from the quick start guide.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 3a overview: AC input, HDMI eARC connector, HDMI IN connector, optical input connector, USB Type A connector. Section 7b: the HDMI IN carries audio from an external device. The product page lists Optical In 0, which the quick start guide and TCL Europe page contradict.4Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026Feature list: HDMI 2.1 with eARC / HDMI 2.0 and Optical / Bluetooth 5.3. The two HDMI versions are read as the eARC output at 2.1, which the spec sheet also states, and the HDMI IN at 2.0.

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).

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI ARC Yes (eARC 2.1).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connections: HDMI ARC1 Yes, HDMI 2.1.

HDMI eARC

No5Retailer pageeuronics.ie/products/jbl-bar-2-1-deep-bass-mk2-soundbar-system-jblbar21dbm2blkukRead 23 October 2026Euronics Ireland comparison table for JBLBAR21DBM2BLKUK: HDMI eARC No. JBL lists HDMI 1.4 with an audio return channel. The SoundGuys database shows eARC Yes, which conflicts and is not used.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI ARC Yes (eARC 2.1).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026The footnote says the TV needs to support HDMI-eARC/ARC. The product page states Yes (eARC 2.1).

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.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: HDMI CEC Yes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Footnote 1: requires TV support for HDMI-eARC/ARC and HDMI-CEC.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 7a: enable CEC on the TV. HDMI CEC ON.

HDMI video passthroughiCan pass video from a dedicated HDMI source input to a television output. ARC or eARC alone does not qualify.

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 10, play from the HDMI IN source: your digital device can play video on your TV and audio from the soundbar speakers. The manual states no resolution or HDR limits and the maker lists HDMI 1.4, so no passthrough modes are stored.

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Video passthrough modesiPublished supported passthrough combinations, not inferred maxima at untested resolutions. State chroma, bit depth, HDR and firmware restrictions in source notes.

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HDR passthrough formats

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VRR passthrough

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ALLM passthrough

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HDCP versioniHighest HDCP version the maker states for an HDMI port of the soundbar, such as 2.3. When the source inputs and the TV output differ, the source input version is stored. A bar with no HDMI input stores the version of its TV output, also when that output carries video from a built-in streaming player.

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Bluetooth audio inputiCan receive audio from a Bluetooth source. A Bluetooth remote alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Audio inputs: 1 Optical, Bluetooth, USB.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth Yes (Version 5.3).

Bluetooth versioniPublished version of the soundbar audio connection. An optional remote or detachable rear can use a different 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.

5.31Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Bluetooth Yes (Version 5.3).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Connections: Bluetooth Yes (version 5.3).

Bluetooth audio codecsiExplicitly supported codecs for received Bluetooth audio. A Bluetooth version alone does not establish a codec.

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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.

No1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: Wi-Fi No. The Amazon listing lists Wi-Fi in its connectivity field, which the maker page and spec sheet do not support.

Wi-Fi standardiPublished Wi-Fi standards for the soundbar, written as 802.11 names without IEEE, such as "802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax". A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is "802.11ac" and Wi-Fi 6 is "802.11ax". Do not infer the standard from frequency bands.

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Wi-Fi bandsiPublished radio bands, such as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz.

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Built-in Ethernet speediRated speed of the built-in port. An optional adapter does not count.

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Streaming and control

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Streaming protocolsiNamed network playback protocols, such as AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Spotify Connect and Tidal Connect. Bluetooth is separate.

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Voice assistantsiNamed assistants supported by the soundbar. Built-in and external-device routes and market restrictions belong in source notes.

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Built-in microphoneiPhysical microphone in the bar for voice or calibration. An external setup phone or remote microphone does not count.

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Microphone mute controliA physical control on the soundbar explicitly disables its built-in voice microphone. State whether this is an electrical switch or software-controlled button when known.

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Companion apps

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TCL Home1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Smart feature: TCL Home/T+ App Yes.

Companion app platforms

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iOS, Android7Maker product pagesupport.tcl.com/en_US/tcl-home-app-overviewRead 15 October 2026TCL support page: the TCL Home App has an iOS version and an Android version. The page is an air conditioner setup article. The S65K guide says to download TCL Home from the app stores.

Multiroom audioiCan play synchronised audio with other rooms through a supported network platform. Optional surround expansion alone does not qualify.

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Remote includediA separate remote control supplied with the reference package. Phone apps and TV remotes do not count.

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 4: remote control with 2 AAA batteries is in the box.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Connectivity: One Remote Control Yes. Accessories: TCL One Remote.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Remote Control TCL One Remote.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Remote Control, battery type 1.5 V AAA x 2.

Sound processing

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Sound modes

Smart mode, Standard mode3Owner'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: smart mode is on by default and applies EQ settings and JBL Surround Sound. Standard mode applies the preset EQ settings.

Standard, Movie, Music, Voice, Game, Sports, Night, Custom1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Audio feature: Sound Modes Standard / Movie / Music / Voice / Game / Sport / Custom. The spec sheet adds Night. Sports is the spec sheet wording.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Audio: EQ Settings STANDARD / MOVIE / MUSIC / VOICE / GAME / NIGHT / SPORTS / CUSTOM.

Automatic room calibrationiExplicit acoustic measurement or analysis used to adapt playback to the room. Manual EQ alone does not qualify. Setup phone requirements belong in source notes.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Special feature: Ai Sonic Auto Room Calibration Yes.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 11: AI Sonic-Adaptation is a room calibration technology. The cellphone microphone measures the test signals in the TCL Home App.

Room calibration system

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TCL AI Sonic-Adaptation1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Overview: AI Sonic Auto Room Calibration powered by AI Sonic.

Dialogue enhancementiA dialogue or voice mode counts, also when the maker lists it as an EQ preset.

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Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Special feature: Dialog Enhancer Yes.

Night mode

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Yes3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Remote section 6b: Night Mode on/off button.

Equalizer controlsiPublished user-adjustable EQ controls. Bass and treble controls are distinct from multi-band EQ.

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.

Bass, Treble3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026LED display table: Bass -6 to +6 and Treble -6 to +6. The remote also adjusts channel levels and audio delay.

TV speaker integrationiNamed features allowing compatible television speakers to play with the bar. TV models and connection requirements belong in source notes.

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TCL Tutti Choral1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Special feature: TCL Tutti Choral (ChoruSound) Yes and TCL TV Ready Yes. The guide says the function works with some TCL TVs.

Power

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Published operating poweriMaker-published operating electrical consumption of the soundbar alone. Included subwoofer and rear-speaker consumption do not count. Keep workload and method in source notes. Audio amplifier output is separate.

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35W3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Nominal electrical characteristics table: S65K Power consumption 35 W. The same table gives 30 W for the subwoofer model S65K-SW and 15 W for the satellite model S65K-RS. The workload is not stated.

Published standby poweriMaker-published non-networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Networked standby and other components are separate.

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 poweriMaker-published networked standby consumption of the bar alone. Enabled radio and network conditions belong in source notes.

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Power supplyiPublished AC input range or external DC adapter arrangement. Electrical input ratings are not operating consumption.

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.

Soundbar: AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, detachable power cord. The wireless subwoofer and each satellite speaker have their own detachable power cord, also rated AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Nominal electrical characteristics table: S65K 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz, S65K-SW 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz, S65K-RS 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz. What's in the box: Power Cord x 4.

Detachable rear battery lifeiMaker-stated runtime of the supplied detachable rear speakers. Volume, mode and recharge conditions belong in source notes.

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Detachable rear charge timeiMaker-stated full recharge time of supplied detachable rear speakers. Charging route belongs in source notes.

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Measured

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured lower extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold, mode, room correction and configuration belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured upper extension for the exact tested package. Test threshold and configuration belong in source notes.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum sound pressure. Signal, distance, sound mode and supplied or optional speaker configuration belong in source notes.

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Frequency response deviation (measured)iReviewer-measured standard error against the stated target. Target, averaging range, preset and test method belong in source notes.

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Measured latencyiReviewer-measured audio latency. Keep source/TV, firmware, codec, synchronisation correction and exact tested speaker configuration in source notes. Negative offsets are valid when the method reports them.

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Operating power (measured)iReviewer-measured operating consumption of the soundbar alone. Optional or supplied external speakers do not count. Workload and enabled radio conditions belong in source notes.

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Standby power (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only standby consumption. Network state and test conditions belong in source notes.

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Soundbar weight (measured)iReviewer-measured bar-only weight. Excludes subwoofer, rears, mounting hardware and cables.

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Dimensions and weight

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Soundbar dimensionsiBar alone in its normal tabletop orientation, without detachable rears, wall brackets or external cables. A source that includes detachable ends must use component_dimensions instead. A size labelled L x W x H, as on Amazon, is width x depth x height.

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.

Width850Height64Depth90mm(33.5 × 2.5 × 3.5 in)1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Main Unit Size (Soundbar) (WxHxD) 850 x 64 x 90 mm.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Soundbar Dimensions (WxHxD) 850 x 64 x 90mm.

Soundbar weightiBar alone, without detachable rears, subwoofer, wall brackets or external cables. Source-published masses including detachable ends belong in component_dimensions.

2,140g(4.7 lb)1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Weight 2.14 kg, soundbar.

2,750g(6.1 lb)1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Main Unit Weight (Soundbar) 6.06 lbs | 2.75 kg.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product and package information: Soundbar Weight 2.75 kg.

Component dimensions and weightiPublished dimensions and mass for named supplied components, including a bar with detachable rears attached when stated. Each row describes one enclosure, not the pair, unless the component label explicitly states a set. Width, height and depth use normal installed orientation.

AJBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass (MK2)

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	240	379	240	5,610

Source1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Subwoofer 240 x 240 x 379 mm (W x H x D) and 5.61 kg. Stored with height 379 and depth 240.

BTCL S65K

Component	Width (mm)	Height (mm)	Depth (mm)	Weight (g)
Subwoofer	220	290	330	4,900
Satellite speaker (each)	110	162	120	900

Source1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Net dimensions and weights: subwoofer 220 x 290 x 330 mm and 4.9 kg, rear speaker 110 x 162 x 120 mm and 0.9 kg. The spec sheet package table gives the surround width as 100 mm. The sheet states one Net Weight (Speaker) of 0.9 kg without saying if it is one speaker or the pair. It is read as one speaker because the size row is for one speaker.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Product and package information: subwoofer 220 x 290 x 330 mm and 4.9 kg, surround 100 x 162 x 120 mm and 0.9 kg. The connections table gives the surround as 110 x 162 x 120 mm and so does the product page, so 110 mm is used.

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.

Width931Height288Depth455mm(36.7 × 11.3 × 17.9 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Total Package Size (WxHxD) 931 x 288 x 455mm.

Package weightiShipping package including supplied components and packaging.

10,320g(22.8 lb)1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Packaging weight (gross weight) 10.32 kg. Abt gives 23 lbs for its listing.

11,970g(26.4 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Total Package Weight 26.39 lbs | 11.97 kgs. The US product page gives a Shipping Weight of 9.58 kg for the same product. The spec sheet document is used.

Wall mountable

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 4 shows a wall-mounting kit and a wall-mounting template in the box.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Wall Mount Kit Yes.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 5b and 5c: wall mount installation.

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.

Sound bar, Wireless subwoofer, 2 satellite speakers, 4 power cords, HDMI cable, Remote control, 2 AAA batteries, 2 wall mount brackets, 2 wall anchors, 2 wall mounting screws (M5 x 40 mm), Wall mount template, Quick start guide, Warranty card3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026What's in the box: Sound Bar, Subwoofer, Satellite Speaker x 2, Power Cord x 4, HDMI Cable, Remote Control, Wall Mount Bracket x 2, Wall Anchor x 2, Wall Mounting Screw x 2 M5*40 mm, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, Wall Mount Template. The product page adds 2 AAA remote batteries.

Wall mount hardware includediSupplied bar mounting brackets or mount. Screws alone do not establish that a complete mount is included.

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 4 shows a wall-mounting kit with brackets and screws.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Wall Mount Kit Yes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories: Wall Mount Kit Yes.3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 5b: wall mount brackets, anchors, screws and a template are in the box.

HDMI cable included

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 4 shows an HDMI cable in the box.

Yes1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Accessories: HDMI Cable Yes.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026Accessories: HDMI Cable Yes (Optional). The quick start guide box list shows an HDMI cable.

Optical cable included

No3Owner'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 lists no optical cable. The TV can connect with HDMI.

No3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026The box list names no optical cable.

General

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Series

Bar1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Support Overview, Speakers, SoundBars. The model line is JBL Bar.

S Class1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026The product title is TCL S-Class S65K. The page product type is S-Class.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

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.

S65K1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Variant SKU S65K. The US store has one variant.6Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0H2NCQ9FBRead 15 October 2026Amazon item details: Model Number S65K, Model Name S65K, sold by Amazon.com.

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.

8460420544166Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0H2NCQ9FBRead 15 October 2026Amazon item details: UPC 846042054416.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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31 August 20264Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026TCL North America press release dated August 31, 2026. The PR Newswire copy is dated September 1.

Status

Available1Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/ca/en/speakers/speakers-soundbars/Bar-2-1-Deep-Bass-MK2.htmlRead 23 October 2026Support page: Manufactured from 2023 until now. Retailers in the US, UK, Ireland and Germany list it for sale.

Available1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026The US store lists the product at 249.99 USD with an Add to cart button.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$399.994Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026The release says available now for 249.99 USD with a 399.99 USD MSRP. The MSRP is stored. US price, tax treatment not stated.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, IE, DE4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026US from this Abt listing and the Target listing. GB from the Which? page and the UK code on the Euronics Ireland page. IE from Euronics Ireland. DE from the Coolblue Germany page.

US4Press releaseus.tcl.com/blogs/press-releases/tcl-launches-s65k-and-s60k-dolby-atmos-soundbarsRead 15 October 2026US launch release and US spec sheet.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specifications: Color Black. Coolblue Germany lists Black.

Black1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026General feature: Color Black.

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.

us.tcl.com/products/s65k1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026

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.

static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6594843/2026_S65K_Soundbars_SpecSheet.pdfRead 15 October 2026TCL 2026 S65K soundbars spec sheet, 2 pages.

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.

static.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdf3Owner's manualstatic.helpjuice.com/helpjuice_production/uploads/upload/image/5306/6673890/S65K_QSG_NA.pdfRead 15 October 2026S65K quick start guide, 72 pages in several languages. TCL's S Series user manual page lists only this guide and the spec sheet for the S65K. The user manual PDF is not published yet.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year4Retailer pageabt.com/JBL-Bar-2.1-Channel-Deep-Bass-MK2-Soundbar-with-Wireless-Subwoofer-JBL2GBAR21DB2BLKAM/p/189911.htmlRead 23 October 2026Warranty: parts 1 year limited and labor 1 year limited, US. Coolblue Germany lists 2 years.

1year1Maker product pageus.tcl.com/products/s65kRead 15 October 2026Warranty - Parts and Labor: 1-Year Limited. US page.

Both are also in the API. Back to all soundbars.