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› Sony HT-X8500, 2.1ch Soundbar versus JBL Bar 5.0 MultiBeam, 250W, 5.0ch Surround Soundbar with Dolby Atmos
Sony HT-X8500 versus JBL Bar 5.0 MultiBeam
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| Specification | Sony HT-X8500, 2.1ch Soundbar | JBL Bar 5.0 MultiBeam, 250W, 5.0ch Surround Soundbar with Dolby Atmos |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 44,600 | KSh 70,000 |
| Sales | 30 - For Mar 2026 | 18 - For Mar 2026 |
| Average rating | 5 - 1 votes | 0 - |
| Likes | 0 - For Mar 2026 | 0 - For Mar 2026 |
| Views | 332 - For Mar 2026 | 63 - For Mar 2026 |
| General | ||
| Available | April 2019 | April 2021 |
| Colors | Black | Black |
| Channels | 2.1ch Simulated to 7.1.2ch | 5.0ch |
| Total output | - | 250W |
| Platform | S-Master Amplifier - 3 Channels | Chromecast AirPlay 2 Alexa MRM Google Assistant |
| Key features | Vertical surround engine HDMI eARC Dolby Atmos / DTS:X surround sound Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity Bravia Sync Built-in subwoofers | 3D sound experience with Virtual Dolby Atmos Wide soundstage with JBL Multibeam technology Built-in passive radiators for deep punchy bass Chromecast / AirPlay / Alexa Multi-room Music compatible Automatic room calibration for best surround sound effects Ultra HD 4K passthrough with Dolby Vision |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI port | HDMI ARC / eARC / CEC HDCP2.2 / 2.3 Bravia Sync | HDMI eARC |
| USB port | USB Type A | Type A - Service Only |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 4.2 Bluetooth A2DP V1.2 / AVRCP V1.5 |
| Optical port | Optical Audio | Yes |
| Analog port | - | - |
| Wi-Fi | - | Yes |
| Ethernet port | - | No |
| Connectivity features | - | - |
| Subwoofer | ||
| Subwoofer dimensions | - | - |
| Subwoofer weight | - | - |
| Subwoofer output | - | - |
| Subwoofer features | - | - |
| Main unit | ||
| Main unit dimensions | 890 x 64 x 96 mm (W x H x D) | 709 x 58 x 101 mm |
| Main unit weight | 3.1 kg | 2.8 kg |
| Main unit output | - | 5 x (48 x 80mm) Racetrack Drivers 4 x 3 Inches (75mm) Passive Radiators |
| Main unit features | Built-in Subwoofer Wall Mountable Bluetooth Wireless Connection Dolby Atmos / DTS:X Dolby Vision / HDR / HLG / HDR10 | Dolby Digital Virtual Dolby Atmos DTS Dolby Vision Passthrough |
| Surround speaker | ||
| Surround speaker dimensions | - | - |
| Surround speaker weight | - | - |
| Surround speaker output | - | - |
| Surround speaker features | - | - |
| Power | ||
| Active consumption | 32W | - |
| Standby consumption | - | - |
| Power features | - | 100 - 240V AC 50/60Hz |