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JBL announced a new generation of Cinema SB MK2 soundbars. The most interesting feature is SurroundPlay, which lets you use two portable JBL Flip 7 speakers as wireless rear channels for a home theater setup. The new soundbars will arrive in select markets on October 1.
Two Flip 7 speakers as rear channels
SurroundPlay will allow you to connect a soundbar to compatible JBL speakers that can serve as rear channels. To start, JBL is pointing to a pair of Flip 7 speakers. It's an interesting option for people who already own two such speakers. Instead of buying separate rear speakers, you can use your existing gear to create a more immersive TV setup.
Four new soundbars
JBL has introduced four Cinema SB MK2 models: SB595MK2, SB580MK2, SB550MK2 and SB510MK2. The most advanced SB595MK2 offers a 3.1.2 configuration, two upward-firing drivers and a wireless subwoofer. It also supports Dolby Atmos. Dolby Atmos is also available in the SB580MK2, while the more affordable SB550MK2 and SB510MK2 use Dolby Audio. The new series is aimed at people who want to improve their TV's sound without building a full home theater with an AV receiver and a set of separate speakers.
SB595MK2 | SB580MK2 | SB550MK2 | SB510MK2 | |
Output power | 440 W | 440 W | 360 W | 200 W |
Subwoofer | 6.5" wireless | 6.5" wireless | 5.25" wireless | Built-in |
Dolby Atmos® | True Dolby Atmos® | Dolby Atmos® | Dolby Audio® | Dolby Audio® |
Dedicated center channel | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Number of channels | 3.1.2 | 3.1 | 3.1 | 3.1 |
HDMI | HDMI IN and HDMI eARC | HDMI IN and HDMI eARC | HDMI ARC | HDMI ARC |
Wireless audio | Yes, with Bluetooth and Auracast™ | Yes, with Bluetooth and Auracast™ | Yes, with Bluetooth and Auracast™ | Yes, with Bluetooth and Auracast™ |
Foldable | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
Availability | Available in select markets from October 1, 2026. | Available in select markets from October 1, 2026. | Available in select markets from October 1, 2026. | Available in select markets from October 1, 2026. |
Price | £349.99 (~460 USD at a simple conversion) | £299.99 £349.99 (~400 USD at a simple conversion) | £199.99 £349.99 (~260 USD at a simple conversion) | £159.99 £349.99 (~210 USD at a simple conversion) |
Launch coming in October
JBL announced it will begin selling new soundbars in selected markets on October 1, 2026. The manufacturer has not yet announced Polish prices or a specific availability date for Poland.
Source: JBL
