JBL’s soundbar with detachable rear speakers is over $300 off

JBL's Bar 700 Mark 2 is currently discounted at Amazon to $549.99 from an original $899.99, offering a notable price cut on a system that blends a conventional soundbar with removable rear speakers. The package centers on a 7.1-channel soundbar and comes bundled with a wireless subwoofer and mounting hardware.

What sets the Bar 700 Mark 2 apart are the two modular satellites that charge while docked inside the soundbar and can be detached for flexible placement or taken around the home. Each satellite runs on battery power for up to ten hours and can be recharged either by returning it to its dock or by plugging it directly into a USB-C power source if needed.

The main soundbar includes two side-firing tweeters designed to help bounce Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X audio around a room, and the unit provides robust connectivity: HDMI input with HDR10+ and Dolby Vision passthrough, an HDMI output with ARC and eARC support, plus optical audio. Those interfaces give the system broader compatibility than some rivals at similar price points.

For shoppers who want a mix of compact convenience and genuine surround sound, the Bar 700 Mark 2's detachable, mountable satellites offer a flexible solution. The current Amazon discount makes that hybrid approach more accessible for buyers weighing an all-in-one bar against a fuller multi-piece home theater setup.