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JBL Cinema SB510 3.1 Channel Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer vs JBL Flip 7 Portable Waterproof Speaker - Black
A side-by-side comparison of specs, price, and where each one wins.
Specs, side by side
| Feature | JBL Cinema SB510 3.1 Channel Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer | JBL Flip 7 Portable Waterproof Speaker - Black |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.98 | $149.98 |
| Channel configuration | 3.1 (left, center, right + integrated bass drivers) | — |
| Rated power output | 300W (JBL listing), RMS vs. peak breakdown undisclosed | — |
| Low-frequency extension | Undisclosed | — |
| Connectivity | HDMI ARC, optical in, Bluetooth, USB (region-dependent) | Bluetooth 5.4 + Auracast + USB-C audio |
| Streaming and immersive audio | No Wi-Fi, no eARC, no Atmos height channels | — |
| Water and dust protection | — | IP68 (IEC 60529) |
| Battery life | — | 14 hrs (+2 hrs Playtime Boost) |
| Rated output | — | ~35 W RMS (manufacturer-stated) |
| Microphone / aux input | — | None |
JBL Cinema SB510 3.1 Channel Soundbar with Built-in Subwoofer
A genuinely good dialogue-and-clarity upgrade over TV speakers that trades deep bass for the convenience of zero extra boxes in the room.
Best for: Apartment dwellers, bedroom and condo setups, and anyone who wants one cable and one cabinet, plus people who watch a lot of dialogue-heavy TV and news and just want voices to be clear.
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The most refined small JBL yet: genuinely tough, genuinely loud for its size, and genuinely missing a microphone.
Best for: Anyone who wants one speaker for the shower, the beach, the campsite and the kitchen counter, and who values durability and portability over deep bass or all-day battery.
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