JBL Bar 500 MK2 vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A
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Choosing between the JBL Bar 500 MK2 and Yamaha True X Bar 40A? Both compete in the Soundbar segment. Here’s how they compare across the specs that matter most for your home theater.
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Looking at overall performance dimensions: The JBL Bar 500 MK2 scores higher in room fit. The Yamaha True X Bar 40A leads in value, form factor. They score similarly in ease of use.
These soundbars differ in channel configurations of 5.1 vs 2.1.2.
These two Soundbar options trade wins across different dimensions. The right choice depends on which specs matter most for your room and listening preferences — review the detailed table below to decide.
For most home theaters, the Yamaha True X Bar 40A is the stronger choice — it leads in 2 of 4 scored dimensions. The JBL Bar 500 MK2 makes more sense if you prioritize the 1 dimension where it leads.
Performance Overview
Scores based on specs and category benchmarks (0–100 scale)
JBL Bar 500 MK2
Yamaha True X Bar 40A
Detailed Specifications
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | N/A | N/A |
| Channel Config | 5.1 | 2.1.2 |
| Total Power (RMS) | 750W | 180W |
| Driver Count | 9 | 6 |
| Freq Response Low | — | — |
| Freq Response High | — | — |
| Passive | No | No |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Digital+ | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby TrueHD | No | No |
| DTS:X | No | No |
| DTS Virtual:X | Yes | No |
| DTS-HD Master | No | No |
| Built-in Sub | No | Yes |
| Wireless Sub Included | Yes | No |
| Wireless Sub Support | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Surround Support | No | Yes |
| HDMI eARC | Yes | Yes |
| HDMI Inputs | 0 | 0 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | 2.1 |
| Optical Input | Yes | Yes |
| Analog Stereo In | No | No |
| Sub Pre-Out | No | No |
| Ethernet | No | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| BT Version | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Standard | — | — |
| AirPlay 2 | No | Yes |
| Chromecast | Yes | Yes |
| Spotify Connect | No | Yes |
| Voice Assistants | Alexa | |
| Room Calibration | JBL One | — |
| Dialog Enhancement | Yes | Yes |
| Night Mode | Yes | Yes |
| App Control | JBL One | Yamaha Sound Bar Controller |
| Wall Mountable | Yes | Yes |
Key Differences
- Total Power (RMS): JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 750W vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A at 180W
- Channel Config: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 5.1 vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A at 2.1.2
- Driver Count: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 9 vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A at 6
- BT Version: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at 5.3 vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A at 5.0
- DTS Virtual:X: JBL Bar 500 MK2 at Yes vs Yamaha True X Bar 40A at No
See Where These Rank
Check our editorial rankings to see how JBL Bar 500 MK2 and Yamaha True X Bar 40A compare to the rest of the field.
Best Soundbar RankingsSpecifications sourced from manufacturer datasheets and verified against retailer listings. Prices updated hourly from authorized retailers. Scoring uses our open methodology — products are never ranked, promoted, or suppressed based on affiliate commission rates.
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