Polk Audio Signa S4
Score: 73/100
JBL Bar 1000
Score: 80/100Rankings
The JBL BAR 1000 (non-renewed) mirrors the premium 7.1.4-channel soundbar experience with detachable wireless surrounds and a powerful subwoofer, adding a higher surround-speaker output and a full 1-year warranty. It delivers immersive Atmos sound but still suffers from limited battery life on the surrounds and lacks HDMI 2.1 features. Ideal for movie lovers who prioritize audio immersion over gaming-specific HDMI capabilities.
The Signa S4 is a low-profile 3.1.2-channel soundbar with a wireless subwoofer that brings Dolby Atmos immersion and clear dialogue to midsize rooms, while keeping setup simple and cost-effective.
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— | 880 Wbest | |
— | 33 Hzbest | |
— | 20,000 Hzbest | |
1 | 3best | |
1best | 1best | |
5best | 5best | |
| ↓ lower better | 8.6 kgbest | 18.8 kg |
36 monthsbest | 12 months |
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Video(1) | ||
HDMI Inputs | 1 | 3 |
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Overall Weight (kg) | 8.6 kg | 18.8 kg |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (months) | 36 months | 12 months |
Audio(2) | ||
Channel Configuration | 3.1.2 | 7.1.4 |
Supported Audio Formats | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS Virtual:X | Dolby Atmos, DTS:X |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise the Signa S4 for delivering high-value Dolby Atmos performance, clear dialogue, and a hassle-free setup, while noting the lack of smart-home integration, expandability, and network streaming as drawbacks.
Everyday users overwhelmingly appreciate the soundbar's dialogue clarity, powerful subwoofer, and quick installation, though they note the non-backlit remote, absence of voice-assistant support, and occasional Bluetooth disconnects.
Professional reviewers consider the JBL BAR 1000 a top-tier home-theater solution, lauding its immersive Atmos performance, solid construction, and the flexibility of detachable wireless surrounds. They do note the absence of HDMI 2.1 and high-resolution audio support as drawbacks for gamers and audiophiles.
Everyday users love the powerful, room-filling sound and the convenience of wireless surrounds, often mentioning the deep bass and clear dialogue. Common complaints revolve around the limited battery life of the surrounds, occasional dropouts, and the lack of HDMI 2.1 and high-res USB playback.
“Dialogue is crystal clear, even in loud action scenes.”
“The subwoofer hits harder than expected for its size.”
“Set up in under 10 minutes - just plugged in HDMI and it worked.”
