Deciding on whether to buy a product like JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar or perhaps PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver? You’re in the right place as we’ll take you through all of the specs, features and look at the quality, pricing and reviews of both to help you make the decision on which one to go for.

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JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar vs PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver

JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar specs

JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
 PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver specs

PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver
Type: Sound bar with wireless subwoofer

Type: Sound bar with wireless subwoofer

Number of channels: 2.1

Number of channels: 3.1

Total power output: 130 W

Total power output: 300 W

SPEAKERS

SPEAKERS

Configuration: – Sound bar x 1
– Wireless subwoofer x 1

Configuration: – Sound bar
– Wireless subwoofer

Power: – Sound bar: 50 W
– Subwoofer: 80 W

Power: – Sound bar: 180 W
– Subwoofer: 120 W

Frequency response: – Sound bar: 150 – 20,000 Hz
– Subwoofer: 35 – 150 Hz

Wireless capability: – Wireless subwoofer x 1

– Wireless capability requires compatible devices and a wired connection is still required between the TV and player.
– All wireless units still require a power source.

Wireless capability: Wireless subwoofer x 1

AV FUNCTIONS
AV FUNCTIONS

Preset sound modes: – Standard
– Music
– Cinema
– Voice
– News

Audio features: Bass & treble adjustment

Audio processing: – Dolby Digital
– DTS Digital Surround

Preset sound modes: – Music
– Movie
– News
– Custom

CONNECTIVITY
CONNECTIVITY

Inputs: – HDMI x 1 (ARC x 1)
– Optical x 1

Inputs: – Aux-in x 1
– Coaxial x 1
– Optical x 1

WiFi: No

Outputs: HDMI 1.4 with ARC x 1

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0

WiFi: No

USB: No

Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.2

GENERAL
GENERAL

Power consumption: – On mode: 37 W
– Standby: 0.5 W

Power consumption: – On mode: 45 W
– Standby: 0.5 W
– Annual: 32.9 kWh

Colour: Black

Colour: Black

Box contents: – Panasonic SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar
– Remote control
– AC mains lead
– User manual
– Brackets and screws

Box contents: – JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
– Wireless subwoofer
– Aux cable
– Coaxial cable
– Remote control

Dimensions: – Sound bar: 60.5 x 853 x 90 mm (H x W x D)
– Subwoofer: 303 x 185 x 337 mm (H x W x D)

Dimensions: – Sound bar: 65 x 960 x 89 mm (H x W x D)
– Subwoofer: 328 x 248 x 210 mm (H x W x D)

Boxed dimensions: 240 x 1010 x 460 mm (H x W x D)

Boxed dimensions: 274 x 416 x 1021 mm (H x W x D)

Weight: – Sound bar: 2.3 kg
– Subwoofer: 4.3 kg

Weight: – Sound bar: 2.6 kg
– Subwoofer: 3.7 kg

Boxed weight: 10.14 kg

Boxed weight: 8.5 kg

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 1 year

Manufacturer’s guarantee: 1 year

Price: £179

Price: £149

Number of Reviews:

Number of Reviews:

Review Score: 8.4 / 10

Review Score: 9.7 / 10


When deciding on whether to buy JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar or PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver, a very important consideration is the price. So we’re going to spend a bit of time looking at the price of both.

To start with, we looked at the price of the 173 products in the same category as JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar, which is the Home cinema systems and sound bars category. Of these 173 products the average price was £542.45, the most expensive was £9999.99 and the cheapest was just £24.99. We then looked at the price of the 173 in the same as the PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver, which of course the average was £542.45, top price was £9999.99 and cheapest £24.99.

We then looked specifically at the average price of products from JVC and Panasonic, the average was £123.93 for JVC, £378.99 for Panasonic. The max for each was £599/£4299 and minimum was £7.99/£19.99

Price analysis of JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar

Price analysis of PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver

  • JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar
  • 130 W
  • Wireless subwoofer
  • Bluetooth
  • HDMI / Optical / Coaxial
  • Add clarity and power to your entertainment with the JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar, which has adjustable bass and treble controls, as well as three pre-set equaliser modes that are specially designed to enhance movies, music and the news. And with a wireless subwoofer, you’ll feel even closer to the on-screen action. Place it right by your sofa for the ultimate blockbuster-watching experience.Stream your favourite songs straight from your smartphone or tablet using Bluetooth, which lets you enjoy your favourite music in amazing quality without the need for wires and cables.
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  • PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver
  • 300 W RMS with dialogue enhancement
  • Wireless subwoofer
  • Bluetooth
  • HDMI / Optical
  • Top features:- Enjoy powerful, clear audio to enhance your home entertainment – Wireless subwoofer lets you create a flexible sound setup – Bluetooth technology allows you to stream audio from your smart devices – HDMI and optical connections make it easy to connect your other devices Enjoy powerful, clear audioThe Panasonic SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bardelivers up to 300 W through 3.1 channel surround sound speakers to create an immersive home audio experience. With a dedicated central speaker to carry dialogue, the sound bar helps to keep TV dialogue and vocals in music crisp and clear.Wireless subwooferYou can create your ideal home entertainment setup with the SCHT B688EBK. The included wireless subwoofer delivers deep and powerful bass, and since it is wireless you can position it in the most convenient position without having to worry about wires and cables.Bluetooth technologyMaking use of Bluetooth technology, the SC-HTB-688EBK can be connected to your smartphone or tablet so that you can stream your favourite music through the speakers. Ideal for sharing your songs and playlists with your friends and family, it delivers clear and balanced sound.HDMI and optical connectionsIt’s easy to add the SCHTB688 to your existing home entertainment setup as it features both HDMI and optical connections. The HDMI connection is ARC compatible, removing the need for a separate audio cable. You can also use the HDMI input to control the basic sound bar functions using your TV remote when connected to a CEC compatible TV.Don’t forget your cables Check out our range of HDMI and optical cables to connect your input devices and to make sure your new sound bar works perfectly, with improved transfer speeds. Look out for the Sandstrom Silver Series HDMI cables with their lifetime warranty.
  • Product codes: 5025232858408

What’s better JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar or PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver?

There are obviously a number of differences between JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar and PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver, but there are several things that you can use when comparing the two. The first of these, which we’ve already covered, is price. Make sure you spend a bit of time deciding how much you are willing and able to spend on your product to really get a good idea if the £179 cost of JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar is closer to the expectation you had than the £149 pricep point of PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver.

Once you’ve nailed down everything there is to know on the price of both, the next step is to really study the reviews. Taking the time to read reviews of both will really help you to decide which is a better product between JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar and PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver. We looked at the reviews over at Currys PC World for both products and found that JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar scores out of 10 from reviews. Whereas PANASONIC SC-HTB688EBK 3.1 Wireless Sound Bar, Silver scores out of 10 from reviews.

It’s also really worthwhile spending the time to look at the key differences between the two products. For that you can use our comparison table about which looks at the main features of both products to give you a clear idea of where one product perhaps benefits over another. When comparing the two it’s a really good idea to have an idea in your mind of the key features that you need from your Home cinema systems and sound bars as this will help you to narrow down the products that do or don’t meet your criteria.



JVC TH-D339B 2.1 Wireless Sound Bar



Rating:
9.07 out of
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