Jbl Pull Apart 5.1 Speaker Bar To Hit OZ

Harman-owned JBL has launched its new ‘5.1’ soundbar, which is set to replace the now defunct Philips Fidelio, following the collapse of Gibson brands.

- Roma Christian

The new JBL 5.1 soundbar mimics Philip’s [nearly three-year-old] offering, featuring pull apart rear speakers.

Sources have informed SmartHouse, Harvey Norman has secured exclusive local distribution of JBL’s 5.1, whilst JB Hi-Fi will range the new ‘Bar 3.1’.

In a press release, JBL has confirmed its ‘Link Bar’ with Google Assistant will land in Australia later this year.

JBL’s Bar series is marketed as slender “high performance” soundbars with Bluetooth 4.0 for “superior” music streaming.

Available in several models the range includes; the Bar Studio, Bar 2.1, Bar 3.1 and Bar 5.1.