JBL Bar 1300X vs Bar 1000MK2

When compared, the JBL Bar 1000MK2 and the JBL Bar 1300X have different strengths, but mostly they share similarities. The Bar 1000 MK2 is newer with a more balanced surround tuning and much better dynamics performance with a higher top output volume. The Atmos effect is more present in the mix. However, it's somewhat hindered by a bit of a lag in the Atmos-equipped satellites, which impacts the definition of 3D objects. The Bar 1300X doesn't have this same latency when handling Atmos, but it's much more subtle in the mix overall by default. Otherwise, it has two extra channels and a very similar tuning. Even so, its compression flattens out the liveliness of trebly sounds, and it doesn't get as loud at max volume. Still, both soundbars use the same app with features like room correction, EQ, voice enhancement, night mode, and channel level adjustments.