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Analysis

Build Aspect

Zebronics Juke BAR 100A is a relatively small sized soundbar setup meant for small rooms and compact spaces. It is a 2 piece set with a dedicated soundbar unit which houses a 4 inch driver for bass effects. The soundbar looks stylish and trendy. Moreover it has a good feel to it and weighs in very nicely. The subwoofer unit is another story. It is light in weight, a simple knock gives a less than reassuring sound of hollowness. This system packs a lot of connectivity options such as HDMI ARC, Coaxial Digital, Bluetooth and Aux In apart from a USB port. However Optical input is absent and prospective buyers should take a note of the same.

Performance Aspect

Hmm, a soundbar with a dedicated subwoofer that too for under 5000 rupees, sounds attractive. But audio is not that attractive. For instance the bass is muddy and the only thing it does is spoil the mids and dialogue clarity. Similarly the stereo separation is literally absent as would be expected when the drivers are co-located so close to each other. Don’t dampen your spirit yet as the midrange otherwise is good and instruments such as violins, flute, trumpets and the like sound good and clear. While highs and related sounds of instruments like cymbals and triangles sound focused there seems to be an unnatural bump in the highs which creates the illusion of a peaking high range. While it is a decent system with HDMI connectivity and solid dynamics under 5000 rupees it will disappoint you if you keep your expectations high with regard to that subwoofer.

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