JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 is available at Mascom International for KSh 39,000, brand new and sealed, pairing a slim soundbar with a wireless 6.5-inch subwoofer for 300W of total output. The soundbar carries four racetrack drivers and two 1-inch tweeters rated at 2 x 50W, while the subwoofer adds 200W of low-end punch. Built-in Dolby Digital decodes the surround tracks most TV channels and streaming apps send. The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 connects through HDMI ARC or optical and streams music over Bluetooth. You can hear it at our showroom in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Built for families, flat-sharing students and football fans across Kenya, the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 fixes the weak, tinny sound that thin TVs produce. Dialogue in a local drama gets lost under background music, and a Premier League goal sounds flat on built-in speakers. The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 puts clear voices up front and lets the subwoofer carry stadium noise, explosions and bass lines. It works with a DStv or GOtv decoder through the TV, a PlayStation 5, or a streaming box on Safaricom Home Fibre. Your phone streams Spotify or Boomplay over Bluetooth for weekend gatherings.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell grey-import soundbars with no local backing, Mascom International supplies the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 sealed, with a written warranty honoured in Nairobi. Customers across Nairobi tell us the separate subwoofer is the upgrade they notice first, especially in Kilimani and Westlands apartments where the TV sits on a wall unit. At KSh 39,000, it sits KSh 32,000 below the JBL Bar 500 MK2 in our soundbar line-up, which makes it the sensible first step for most homes. Visit us on Kimathi Street, or order with pay-on-arrival delivery to any county.
Common Questions About the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2
How much is the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 in Kenya?
The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 costs KSh 39,000 at Mascom International in Nairobi CBD, brand new and sealed. That price covers the soundbar, the wireless subwoofer, the remote and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Delivery is pay-on-arrival, so you pay once the box is in your hands. If you want Dolby Atmos and Wi-Fi streaming, the JBL Bar 500 MK2 costs KSh 71,000, a gap of KSh 32,000. For clearer TV and stronger bass, the 2.1 system covers the need.
Should I buy the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 or the JBL Bar 500 MK2?
Choose the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 for bigger TV sound at KSh 39,000, and the JBL Bar 500 MK2 if you want Dolby Atmos. The 500 MK2 has a 10-inch subwoofer against the 6.5-inch here, and 750W against 300W. It also adds Wi-Fi, AirPlay, Google Cast and automatic room calibration. This 2.1 system relies on Bluetooth 4.2 and HDMI ARC instead. For a bedroom, a modest sitting room or a first soundbar, the 2.1 is the sensible buy. For a large lounge and Atmos films, spend the extra KSh 32,000.
How does the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 handle KPLC power cuts in Kenya?
The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 runs on 100-240V AC power, so it matches Kenya's 240V supply without a converter. It has no internal battery, which means both the bar and the subwoofer go silent when KPLC power drops. Plugging both units into a surge protector or a small UPS shields them from the voltage spikes that often follow an outage. Together they draw under 0.5W on standby, so leaving them plugged in barely touches your prepaid token balance.
Who should buy the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2, and who should skip it?
Buy the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 if you watch TV, football and films in a small or medium room and want deep bass without a complicated setup. It suits renters, young couples, and students sharing an apartment near Strathmore or USIU. Skip it if you want overhead Dolby Atmos effects, multi-room Wi-Fi audio or real rear surround speakers. Those buyers are better served by the JBL Bar 800 MK2, which has detachable wireless surrounds and costs KSh 96,000 at Mascom International.
Does the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 work with my DStv decoder and older TV?
Yes, the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 works with any TV that has an HDMI ARC port or an optical audio output. Your DStv, GOtv or StarTimes decoder stays connected to the TV as usual, and the TV passes the sound to the soundbar. The bar also has one HDMI input, so a decoder or console can plug into it directly while the picture passes on to the TV. Older TVs without ARC can use optical instead. Our staff can check your TV model on WhatsApp before you buy.
Can I play music from my phone on the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2?
Yes, the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 plays music from any Android phone, iPhone or tablet over Bluetooth 4.2. Pair once, and Spotify, YouTube Music, Boomplay or Audiomack playlists come through the full system, subwoofer included. That turns it into a party speaker for a small house gathering when the TV is off. Bluetooth range is shorter than Wi-Fi, so keep the phone in the same room. This model has no Wi-Fi, AirPlay or Google Cast; buyers who need those should look at the JBL Bar 500 MK2.
How loud is the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 for a living room?
The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 delivers 300W of total power, which comfortably fills a typical Nairobi living room. The soundbar provides 2 x 50W through four racetrack drivers and two tweeters, and the subwoofer adds 200W. Frequency response reaches down to 40Hz, low enough to feel kick drums and film explosions. JBL Surround Sound widens the stage, though it cannot match real rear speakers. In a large open-plan lounge in Karen or Runda, the extra power of the JBL Bar 500 MK2 makes a noticeable difference.
Is the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 worth buying in Kenya?
Yes, the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 is worth buying in Kenya if you want a clear step up from TV speakers for KSh 39,000. You get a real wireless subwoofer, Dolby Digital decoding and JBL tuning in one box, with a warranty honoured locally by Mascom International. At Mascom International, we're seeing it chosen by families replacing an old five-speaker home theatre kit full of wires. It frees floor space and clears the cables. The trade-offs are no Atmos, no Wi-Fi and the shorter reach of Bluetooth 4.2.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Sound Processing
- 300W total system power — enough volume for a medium living room during football matches, action films and music playlists.
- Soundbar output of 2 x 50W through four racetrack drivers — wide, oval speakers that move more air than small round ones.
- Two 1-inch tweeters — small drivers that handle high notes, keeping voices, whistles and cymbals crisp and easy to follow.
- 6.5-inch subwoofer rated at 200W — the separate box that produces the deep bass you feel as well as hear.
- Frequency response of 40Hz to 20kHz — covers low bass rumble through to the highest notes most adult ears can pick up.
- Built-in Dolby Digital — decodes the surround soundtracks that broadcasters and streaming apps send, then mixes them for two channels plus bass.
- JBL Surround Sound — a processing mode that spreads audio wider than the TV frame without extra speakers or wires.
Wireless Connectivity
- Bluetooth 4.2 — pairs with Android phones, iPhones, tablets and laptops for music streaming without any cable to the bar.
- A2DP 1.3 and AVRCP 1.5 Bluetooth profiles — standards that carry stereo audio and let your phone play, pause and skip tracks.
- Wireless subwoofer link on the 5.7-5.8GHz band — the subwoofer connects without a cable, so it can sit anywhere near a socket.
- Bluetooth on the 2.4GHz band, 2402-2480MHz — shares airspace with home routers, so keep the bar a short distance from yours.
- No Wi-Fi or voice assistant built in — music arrives over Bluetooth only, which keeps setup simple for buyers who prefer no app.
Power and Battery
- 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz power supply — runs directly on a standard 240V household socket with no step-down converter.
- Standby draw under 0.5W for soundbar and subwoofer together — leaving the system plugged in adds almost nothing to the power bill.
- No built-in battery in the soundbar or subwoofer — both units need a wall socket and fall silent during an outage.
- Mains-powered subwoofer — needs its own socket within reach, so plan a spot near a wall outlet or extension board.
- Operating range of 0°C to 45°C — rated well above normal indoor temperatures, including hot afternoons in a closed lounge.
Build and Durability
- Soundbar size of 965 x 56 x 85 mm — only 56mm tall, so it sits in front of many TVs without blocking the picture.
- Soundbar weight of 2.14 kg — light enough for a TV stand, a shelf or a wall bracket above the screen.
- Subwoofer size of 240 x 240 x 379 mm — a compact tower that fits beside a sofa or next to a TV unit.
- Subwoofer weight of 5.61 kg — heavy enough to stay put on tiled floors when the bass gets loud.
- Black finish on both units — blends with dark TV bezels and most living-room furniture.
Controls and Inputs
- One HDMI input — plug a decoder, games console or streaming box into the soundbar directly and pass the picture to the TV.
- One HDMI output with Audio Return Channel (ARC) — a single cable carries TV sound back to the bar from any connected source.
- HDMI version 1.4 — handles the passthrough connection to the TV; check your 4K source settings if you route it through the bar.
- Optical audio input — a backup connection for older TVs that lack an ARC-labelled HDMI port.
- USB Type-A port rated 5V, 0.5A — used for service updates on non-US units, while MP3 and WAV playback is a US-only feature.
Package Contents
The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 arrives sealed in its JBL retail box with what you need for a two-piece setup: the soundbar, the wireless subwoofer, a remote control, power cords, an HDMI cable, a wall-mount kit for the bar, a quick start guide and the warranty card. If your room needs a longer HDMI run or an optical cable for an older TV, Mascom International stocks both, so you can collect everything on the same visit.
Warranty
The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Cover applies to both the soundbar and the wireless subwoofer. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street.
Where to Buy the JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 in Kenya
The JBL Bar 2.1 Deep Bass MK2 is in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you are welcome to hear the subwoofer play a film scene before you pay. It comes in black. Our team can also suggest the right HDMI cable length or TV bracket for your room while you are here.
Reach our sales team directly:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while buyers in Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret, Thika and Nyeri receive theirs the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Your soundbar and subwoofer are backed by the 12-month warranty above. We stand by honest specifications, accurate pricing and after-sales support from a physical store you can walk into any working day.
