JBL Bar 300 MK2 vs LG SC9S
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Choosing between the JBL Bar 300 MK2 and LG SC9S? Both compete in the Soundbar segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
Looking at overall performance dimensions: The JBL Bar 300 MK2 scores higher in value, form factor, room fit. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in only the JBL Bar 300 MK2 includes Dolby Atmos support. Atmos support and included subwoofer can significantly impact the immersive experience.
The JBL Bar 300 MK2 holds an advantage across more performance dimensions, but the LG SC9S may still be the better pick depending on which specs matter most to your setup. See the detailed comparison table below for the full breakdown.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | $699.99 |
| Channel Config | 5.0 | — |
| Total Power (RMS) | 450W | — |
| Driver Count | 9 | — |
| Freq Response Low | — | — |
| Freq Response High | — | — |
| Passive | No | — |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | — |
| Dolby Digital+ | Yes | — |
| Dolby TrueHD | No | — |
| DTS:X | No | — |
| DTS Virtual:X | Yes | — |
| DTS-HD Master | No | — |
| Built-in Sub | Yes | — |
| Wireless Sub Included | No | — |
| Wireless Sub Support | Yes | — |
| Wireless Surround Support | No | — |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | — |
| HDMI Inputs | 0 | — |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | — |
| Optical Input | Yes | — |
| Analog Stereo In | No | — |
| Sub Pre-Out | No | — |
| Ethernet | No | — |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| BT Version | 5.3 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | — |
| AirPlay 2 | No | — |
| Chromecast | Yes | — |
| Spotify Connect | No | — |
| Voice Assistants | — | |
| Room Calibration | JBL One | — |
| Dialog Enhancement | Yes | — |
| Night Mode | Yes | — |
| App Control | JBL One | — |
| Wall Mountable | Yes | — |
Key Differences
- Channel Config: JBL Bar 300 MK2 at 5.0 vs LG SC9S at —
- Total Power (RMS): JBL Bar 300 MK2 at 450W vs LG SC9S at —
- Driver Count: JBL Bar 300 MK2 at 9 vs LG SC9S at —
- Passive: JBL Bar 300 MK2 at No vs LG SC9S at —
- Dolby Atmos: JBL Bar 300 MK2 at Yes vs LG SC9S at —
