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Harman Kardon SoundSticks III 2.1 Speaker System

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Brand Harman Kardon
Speaker Maximum Output Power 20 Watts
Connectivity Technology wired
Audio Output Mode Stereo
Mounting Type Wall Mount, Tabletop Mount

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  • Compatible with all devices with a stereo minijack output
  • Outstanding bass performance
  • Touch volume and mute controls. Satellite Height (inches) 10.
  • Subwoofer volume control and Angle adjustable satellites
  • Amplifier output power 10 Watt RMS per channel
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  • Subwoofer, Satellite Speakers (2), Cords
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    Model Name Soundsticks III
    Speaker Type Satellite, Subwoofer
    Special Feature Bass Boost
    Recommended Uses For Product Adjustable,Volume
    Compatible Devices MP3 Player, Television, Personal Computer
    Subwoofer Diameter 6 Inches
    Unit Count 3.0 Count
    Surround Sound Channel Configuration 2.1
    Color Clear
    Included Components Subwoofer, Satellite Speakers (2), Cords
    Product Dimensions 11"D x 11.3"W x 15.5"H
    Item Weight 2900 Grams
    Is Waterproof FALSE
    Warranty Type Limited
    Number of Items 1
    Control Method Touch
    Speaker Size 6 Inches
    Power Source Corded Electric
    Woofer Diameter 6 Inches
    Audio Driver Type Dynamic Driver
    Bluetooth Range 10 Meters
    Audio Driver Size 6 Inches
    Subwoofer Connectivity Technology Wired
    Connectivity Protocol Bluetooth
    Includes MP3 player? Yes
    Specific Uses For Product Gaming
    UPC 028292262197 028292257827
    Customer Package Type Standard Packaging
    Maximum Range 60 Meters
    Global Trade Identification Number 00028292262197
    Controller Type Corded Electric
    Manufacturer Harman Kardon
    Item Weight 6.39 pounds
    ASIN B0042F3K9W
    Item model number Soundsticks III
    Customer Reviews
    4.4 out of 5 stars 2,641 ratings

    4.4 out of 5 stars
    Best Sellers Rank #605 in Computer Speakers
    Is Discontinued By Manufacturer No
    Date First Available October 20, 2010

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    Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here [PDF ]

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    Product Description

    A 6-inch, 20-watt downward-firing powered subwoofer. Eight 1-inch full-range transducers. Plug-and-play compatibility with virtually any multimedia device. And stunning industrial design that perfectly matches the clarity of the sound. The Harman Kardon SoundSticks III desktop sound system brings a new level of excitement to music, games and movies with a minimum of wiring and looks spectacular doing it.

    From the Manufacturer

    Listen to a work of art.

    Praised for its stunning design, the harman kardon® SoundSticks II speakers and subwoofer system became a milestone in harman kardon history when it became part of the permanent collection at New York City's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Improving on its famous sibling's pop-culture appeal, the SoundSticks III system is all that and much more. As a three-piece, 2.1-channel multimedia sound system, SoundSticks III brings a new level of excitement to music, games and movies to your home - with its exceptional sound clarity, enhanced color scheme and bare minimum of wiring. Beyond its eye-catching appeal, SoundSticks III continues to be incredibly capable - with 40 watts of dazzling amplification, a down-firing powered subwoofer, eight full-range transducers and compatibility with all sorts of multimedia devices. As the sublime sequel to a prized performer, SoundSticks III is performance art at its finest.


    Stunning Sound. Stunning Looks.

    The harman kardon® SoundSticks III - At a Glance.

    • Four, 1" full-range transducers per channel powered by a 10-watt amplifier for room-filling sound
    • One, 6" low-frequency transducer powered by a 20-watt amplifier for outstanding bass performance
    • Compatible with all devices with a stereo mini-jack output
    • Touch volume and mute controls
    • Subwoofer volume control
    • Angle-adjustable satellites
    • Incredible industrial design



    The full-range transducers fill the room with accurate, detailed sound quality
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    Highlights.

    Fill the room with eight full-range transducers

    The harman kardon brand has a rich history of engineering sound with highly regarded results. The SoundSticks III system is no different. Powered by a total of 20-watts, eight full-range transducers (four in each speaker) deftly fill your room with great sound, while increasing power handling and audio output. With less distortion and better sound quality, SoundSticks III speakers ensure that you'll hear music or video exactly the way the composer intended.


    A powerful 20-watt woofer delivers deep, accurate bass from whatever you happen to be listenting to
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    Down-firing subwoofer with volume control

    For a true audiophile listening experience, the SoundSticks III system also features a six-inch down-firing subwoofer with volume control that is powered by a 20-watt amplifier. By aiming sound down instead of at surrounding walls, your subwoofer makes your system less susceptible to adverse room variables - giving you a consistent performance. The subwoofer also has a flared port that reduces port noise during high-volume passages. This feature helps you tailor sound levels based on your room's specifications as well as your own listening preferences.

    Connect to virtually any media device

    Other than its stunning good looks, the SoundSticks III system offers excellent compatibility with other audio components. Thanks to its 3.5mm stereo audio connection, SoundSticks III speakers can be used with MP3 players, portable CD players, computers and almost anything with stereo line-level outputs. By offering you this user-friendly option, SoundSticks III becomes a nimble addition to your desktop, bookshelf or entertainment center, keeping your life simple with a maximum of connection options - and a bare minimum of wiring.


    Touch controls offer elegant ease of use
    Touch controls for volume and mute

    The SoundSticks III system makes it easy for you to interact with your subwoofer and "sticks," offering sensitive touch controls for raising, lowering or muting the system volume. By responding to the gentle touch of your fingertip, this intuitive design feature makes your SoundSticks III system easy to operate, and keeps this work of audio "art" in the best possible condition.


    The Soundsticks III satellites angle to nearly any direction for the best possible sound
    Control the angle of your satellite speakers

    Elegant and easy to use, SoundSticks III satellite speakers are designed to fit exactly where you want them - and maybe even in a few other places. As a modern design feature that's adaptable to your environment, the SoundSticks III system has two angle-adjustable satellite speakers that bend from low angle to high. Gently push or pull each satellite to the desired position - and you can optimize the angle at which sound enters, and fills, the room around you.

    Attractive, high-quality audio cables

    Some manufacturers make audio cables a bare-minimum expense, which can compromise the integrity of an audio product and, potentially, the look of it. The SoundSticks III system does no such thing. SoundSticks III audio cables match the high-quality, transparent modern design of the speakers in terms of quality and visual appeal - and live just underneath the transparent speaker covers as if being showcased. Kept in place by black connection beads, these premium audio cables ensure that audio travels from source to speaker, without any sign of degradation or outside interference. Their flexible design gives you the freedom to use the Soundsticks III with other devices that use an analog output such as games consoles, DVD/Blu-ray Disc players, and TVs. And since they are detachable, they can be easily replaced if they happened to get damaged.

    A sound plan for energy-efficiency

    The SoundSticks III speaker system is soundly engineered for full compliance with the most demanding energy-efficiency requirements. It achieves this "green" standard primarily through incorporating a convenient on/off switch, which is built into the subwoofer volume control. This way, you gain more power over your power usage while keeping your satisfaction levels high and your energy bill low.

    Inspiring Industrial Design

    Few multimedia sound systems can boast that their predecessor was part of the permanent collection at New York City's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), but that's exactly the claim the SoundSticks III speaker system can make. Taking its older sibling's celebrated design even further, the SoundSticks III look is cutting-edge with a modern industrial design aesthetic, elegant black accents and a luminescent white LED glow. And though the SoundSticks III system may look like a visitor from the future with its transparent speaker covers, its exceptional performance makes it a more-than-worthy encore to its pop-culture predecessor.


    For more than 50 years harman kardon products have delivered great sound and extraordinary design

    Designed to Entertain.

    For more than 50 years, harman kardon® audio experts have - through extraordinary industrial design, innovative technologies and meticulous engineering - created products to deliver the ultimate listening experience. From the world's very first high-fidelity receiver in 1954 to high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design (still used today) to high-performance multimedia speakers that look as good as they sound, the harman kardon brand has led the way to the finest audio and video quality possible. With a complete package of performance, design, flexibility and ease of use, harman kardon products are perfect for all the sounds and visuals that modern, high-definition digital content has to offer. So treat yourself to the ultimate at-home listening experience - one that only a harman kardon system can provide.






    What's in the Box

    • One pair of Soundsticks III satellites
    • One powered subwoofer module
    • One power cord
    • One set of audio cables


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    Design 2.0 System Power 55-watts per channel Frequency Response 35Hz-20kHz Input 1/8" Stereo mini input

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    Customers praise these computer speakers for their excellent sound quality, with one noting the incredible separation of music from speakers, and another highlighting the modest bass line from the small subwoofer. The speakers receive positive feedback for their industrial design, functionality, and value, being better than more expensive alternatives. Customers appreciate the robust cables and high-quality construction, with one noting the strong acrylic material. They are easy to set up and connect, with crisp and clear highs, and are suitable for small to mid-size rooms.

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    1,196 customers mention "Sound quality"969 positive227 negative

    Customers praise the sound quality of these computer speakers, with one customer noting the incredible separation of music from the speakers, while another mentions the modest bass line provided by the small subwoofer.

    "...a grab you by your......... and Rock You Until You're Senseless, performance-level, that it will leave you with your jaw-dropping, and dropping hard..." Read more

    "...overall than the Monsoons, because the bass is better & the volume is much louder on these, & I don't have to approach the maximum volume setting on..." Read more

    "...When I first purchased this sound system, it worked flawlessly. It sounded great and I had no complaints. 2 years later, it stops working...." Read more

    "...I purchased this set in hopes of producing very crisp, high quality sounds including low frequency responses for more fun watching movies and crisp..." Read more

    566 customers mention "Looks"530 positive36 negative

    Customers appreciate the speaker system's appearance, particularly its industrial design and how it combines style with sound quality.

    "...It's touch sensitive, and beautiful, but again the absence of "steps" means every time you start it, you have to guestimate where your..." Read more

    "...decor isn't particularly modern, which mine isn't, they look pretty inobtrusive on your desk...." Read more

    "...The speakers image very well and when positioned correctly are extremely transparent...." Read more

    "...I love the detail put into how they're made. It makes it a pleasure to look at and my wife was very impressed when she saw them...." Read more

    374 customers mention "Functionality"262 positive112 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the speaker system's functionality, describing it as the best computer and media speakers they've used, and noting that it performs as well as it looks.

    "...These speakers are very rich and exciting in the mid-high and high spectrum. I personally really love the sound of the little line arrays...." Read more

    "...Overall: These are a good choice and at the current prices they are a pretty good alternative to a lot of the speakers out there...." Read more

    "...(terrific but in my personal experience, the woofer doesn't last as long as it should, and although customer support were helpful, it..." Read more

    "...When I first purchased this sound system, it worked flawlessly. It sounded great and I had no complaints. 2 years later, it stops working...." Read more

    333 customers mention "Value for money"256 positive77 negative

    Customers find the speaker system to be a great value for the money, noting that it performs better than many more expensive alternatives.

    "...This set is an incredible value at under $200!..." Read more

    "...& compared with other higher priced speakers, these are a very good deal for the price, so I recommend them." Read more

    "...Speakers: Hefty with solid rubber bases, the Soundsticks speakers are solid pieces of equipment. But more importantly they sound great...." Read more

    "...A bargain, I'd say. All in all, great buy" Read more

    225 customers mention "Build quality"175 positive50 negative

    Customers appreciate the build quality of these speakers, noting their robust cables, high-quality connectors, and substantial bases.

    "...I'm glad they're plastic and not glass. They feel reasonably durable to me, given their looks...." Read more

    "...The pieces are heavy and solid--the acrylic or lucite is thick and durable, and well polished, I expect it to last, although +dust to be its largest..." Read more

    "...The wires look and feel high quality. A new feature is that the knob that controls the subwoofer volume is also a switch to turn the system on/off...." Read more

    "...Since there are no mid-range speakers, the mid range is compromised. It is not all bad though...." Read more

    129 customers mention "Ease of setup"100 positive29 negative

    Customers find the speaker system easy to set up and connect, taking only a few minutes, with one customer noting it comes with an instruction book.

    "..."manual" had a nice diagram that should make it easy for anyone setting them up. (Except for the L/R issue.) -- Beautiful...." Read more

    "...All the cables are easy to attach. I had the unit set up within 5 minutes...." Read more

    "...It's not at all difficult to set it up, and Harman Kardon makes it so easy to just follow those simple instructions...." Read more

    "...Touch controls are actually very simple and easy to use. Design is very aesthetically pleasing...." Read more

    109 customers mention "Clarity"104 positive5 negative

    Customers praise the clarity of these speakers, noting their crisp highs and clear mid to high ranges.

    "...dealt with computer speakers before, but the "manual" had a nice diagram that should make it easy for anyone setting them up...." Read more

    "...along with Thom Yorke's floaty falsetto--no distortion, with a surprising richness and depth of sound...." Read more

    "...that makes when the magazine slides into the gun sounds so clear, realistic, and immersive...." Read more

    "...Because this system gives you ample space to do it in. Everything is clear, and clean as a bell, I heard things on my Premium Pandora, and Spotify,..." Read more

    101 customers mention "Size"78 positive23 negative

    Customers appreciate the speaker system's compact size, noting it works well in small to mid-size rooms, fits on desks, and has a non-overwhelming subwoofer.

    "...speakers sit on my very small computer desktop (wood) and each takes up less room than a small external drive. --..." Read more

    "...I think the mid-range is par for the course. The sub-woofer is surprisingly tight considering the ported enclosure and definitely has good presence..." Read more

    "...It also depends entirely on what you're looking for. These are small and pretty good sounding...." Read more

    "...Subwoofer is not overwhelming in size, fairly light in weight, allowing the set to easily be transported to a different area with ease...." Read more

    You don't need to be an audiophile to enjoy
    5 out of 5 stars
    You don't need to be an audiophile to enjoy
    The common in reviews are the design and quality (in sound and manufacture). They're not wrong. First, the quality of the speakers and the accessories are excellent, you can see it in the pictures I uploaded. But the most important thing when you buy speakers is the sound quality. As in the title of the review, I tell you that you don't need to be an audiophile to realize that this are excellent speakers. I don't know if mines are a newer model, because the base of the satellite speakers is not like in the product's pictures, and because of that I think they're great. Some people said that the satellite speakers are only tweeters and subwoofer, so the sound is high and low with no middle frequencies. So, how is possible that in the specification sheet Harman Kardon shows 44Hz-20kHz frequency response? Are they lying? I don't know if I am not an audiophile, expert or musician, but I own Yamaha, Pinnacle, Harman Kardon, JBL and Polk Audio products, and for sure this set of 2.1 computer speakers are much better than the "average", as a musician reviewer said. What are average speakers? Don't know, if you are talking in price range, sound quality or another specifications. However, is known that the powerful bass effect of the Bose speakers only makes that: an effect; and the music is not as clear as supposed to be. This speakers makes the music clear and vivid. Some other customers refers that the sound is not as good as they wish, and that is what happens to my brother that own the same product. I tell him that try with different positions of the satellite speakers/subwoofer, and now he is happy with the sound. Every space has a different acoustic because of the materials, height, area, etc, so maybe for some people the subwoofer sounds better under the desk or maybe on it, or even on the top of something else. The pros: Excellent sound. Nice design (that's why they're in a museum). Versatility (they come with the cables needed to be plugged to any RCA-stereo or 3.5 mm device, like dvd players, game consoles, iPods or cell phones). You can adjust the subwoofer level, satellite speakers inclination and volume level easily. The cons: The rubber bases of the satellite speakers are like a trap of dust, so you need to clean them frequently. You can adjust the volume easily with the sensitive touch buttons on one of the satellite speakers, and mute it by touching both buttons at same time, but you don't know how high or low are they (for me is not a real problem but for people that need visual indicators should be). The price? No, this is not a problem, they sound better than Bose which are more expensive, and you can find the Harman Kardon speakers usually with promos in a good price, around $115-135. Because the sound in some way is not objective, the common customers (even when they could be audiophiles) have the better opinion, because sometimes a graphic of frequencies that you cannot even hear or compare this kind of products with professional equipment doesn't tell much to the people that is searching for information that can help them to make decisions. My recommendation: try them, you will not be disappointed.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2017
      Let me say first that there are some very annoying problems. Regardless, I'm giving five stars because of sound quality. I really like this system, better than anything I've tried since I bought a Klipsch system years and years ago.
      Disclaimer. I'm a musician. I use high-end cables rather than what comes with the equipment (despite those who say it doesn't matter), I don't like Bluetooth/wireless for audio, and I'm fussy about things like sensitivity ratings. I want a speaker that has clarity and transparency and will give me accurate sound regardless of the genre, because I'll be listening to Pogorelich playing Schumann, Sturgill Simpson, Louis Armstrong, Monster Magnet, Liz Swados, audio books... in other words, a big cross section. So I really really need versatile speakers.
      What I do NOT need are very loud speakers. Anyone thinking of using these to cover several rooms should think again - they do distort at high levels.
      Here are the speakers I went through before deciding on them:
      -- Klipsch Pro-Media 2.1 (terrific but in my personal experience, the woofer doesn't last as long as it should, and although customer support were helpful, it was really annoying when it happened twice in the space of five years)
      -- Bose Companions (muddy, just like many of the reviews said)
      -- My old and somewhat trusty Jambox (no longer so trusty, and the new ones were awful. Should have been an indicator when they stopped production. Plus, Bluetooth horribly unstable.)
      -- Small JBL's (I love JBL, the first speakers I ever bought were JBL, but they don't hold a candle to these.)
      -- Headphones, specifically a new set of Sony MDR V6 brought to me from Japan, and a pair of Sennheiser HD 650. It gets really old listening on headphones all the time....
      THE CONS:
      -- On/off switch doubles as woofer volume knob, and is set in an extremely annoying spot on the woofer, right next to all the other cables required. This means if you like a clean look, and have the woofer (as suggested in their literature) on the floor or a low shelf, you either turn the woofer around any time you want to use the on/off or adjust the bass, or buy a separate footswitch and plug the entire system into that. I find the placement really annoying and difficult to deal with. How hard would it have been to at least have the on/off/woofer-volume knob on the opposite side of all the other wiring? Given the futuristic look of the unit, there wouldn't seem to be a problem wiring around half the woofer and doing that.
      -- Woofer volume knob has no "steps" so there's no way to tell from feel or "click" sound where you've got it set. That means if you are happy with the woofer volume, then have to change it for one audio piece, the only way to get back to where you were for global settings is to mark both the knob (with silver or white) and the woofer (black or whatever) Sharpie.
      -- Agreed with other complaints that the volume plus-minus on the right speaker can become very annoying. It's touch sensitive, and beautiful, but again the absence of "steps" means every time you start it, you have to guestimate where your volume was. And in my set (not sure if this is true of others), every time I turn the system off, the volume reverts to almost nothing. I spent 10 minutes today unplugging and re-plugging everything because I heard no sound when I turned it on and began playing something - only to discover the volume needed to be turned "on" or adjusted upwards.
      -- Woofer really needs some sort of better base, or optional weight at bottom. The little legs are cute, but the whole thing is incredibly lightweight (a plus and a minus) and tips over easily. I'd love to see a "doughnut" like the ones the speakers come mounted on.
      -- It would be nice to have the speakers labelled L and R, or at least something in the handout that tells you so. The only reason I figured it out was because I read a review saying the volume controls were on the right.
      THE PROS:
      -- Very easy set up. Basically plug and play. I can see where it would be confusing if you'd never dealt with computer speakers before, but the "manual" had a nice diagram that should make it easy for anyone setting them up. (Except for the L/R issue.)
      -- Beautiful. The main speakers sit on my very small computer desktop (wood) and each takes up less room than a small external drive.
      -- I find the sound even, once I got the woofer where I wanted it, with no distortion or appreciable loss/gain in the midrange. I was concerned about this since several reviews mentioned it, but again, I have not found that so.
      -- I'm glad they're plastic and not glass. They feel reasonably durable to me, given their looks. Of course my Klipsch felt sturdier - they also weighed a ton more and were twice the price.
      I HAVE noticed one slightly unexpected thing, which is that most of the treble seems concentrated at the base of the desktop speakers, not in the center. When I have time I'm going to find something to raise them each about 6" and see if that makes a big difference. It could also just be the placement on my end.
      THE WISHLIST:
      -- Fix all the cons, mainly the placement of the woofer volume/on/off switch. I'd even settle for a separate on/off switch if it could be in the front, or (better still) on one of the desktop speakers.
      -- Lights, or at least a light, in the desktop speakers. The woofer lights up when it's on, but if it's on a shelf under your desk, as mine is, the only way to tell if the system's on or off is to pull out my chair and look. Not a big thing, but it would be nice.
      -- Several reviews mentioned poor responses and customer support from Harmon Kardon. I would have been much reassured if later reviews made mention of a turn around there.
      I'll check back in a few months from now and update if anything changes!
      ** A few months later: I just received a second set of these (left the first set with a friend for their use until I return). Have to return them because they keep cutting in and out, and the light that should be coming from the woofer is non-existent. Disappointing, but thanks to Amazon returns it will be pretty painless. I'm going to try another set...
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    • Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2012
      If you're looking for a small set of speakers for your desk, look no further. This set is an incredible value at under $200!

      I was really worried that these would be just cool looking and not necessarily up to par with sound. I was wrong. While I don't subscribe to audiophile mags and talk components, I would qualify myself as highly sensitive, prone to perfectionism, and picky. I was raised with quality equipment--my father owned MacIntosh speakers, and I have Polk speakers in my living room. The sub woofer is about as deep and thumpy as you like. An equalizer knob on the sub woofer, allows you to balance it with the speakers. The high end can be adjusted by tilting the speakers at almost any angle--the sticks are weighed by two small black doughnut shaped rings with a clamp that pivots around the doughnut. The subwoofer looks like some kind of kind of alien pod hatchery, but so far nothing has emerged but deep throbbing base. I'll go ahead and make the joke that the sticks look like two see through dildos, but are perhaps a bit on the large size, and probably not well suited for that purpose--best shop in Amazon's health department if you're looking for a sex toy. Even if your decor isn't particularly modern, which mine isn't, they look pretty inobtrusive on your desk. An amazing set of speakers for an ipod or mp3 player.

      I bought these to listen to music and watch movies on my desktop, although I may also use them for gaming--typically I use a headset when gaming, but the 2.1 surround may feel more immersive. Many speakers are more geared towards a certain style of music, so I tested these out with a few different songs from my collection. I first tried Erin McKeown's "Little Cowboy," featuring acoustic guitar and rich vocals. It sounded as though she was sitting next to me in the room, plucking her guitar and crooning. Next I tried out Radiohead "Lotus Flower," which boasts lots synthesized electronic percussion and keyboards, along with Thom Yorke's floaty falsetto--no distortion, with a surprising richness and depth of sound. Last, I rocked out to "Cornflake Girl" by Tori Amos" to hear how beautifully they would handle the piano and vocals. They did not disappoint. While I am not a classical music aficionado, I cannot imagine that these speakers would fall short. Four transducers per stick plus the small toric subwoofer, offer quite a range.

      They were well packaged both by Amazon and the manufacturer, and arrived quickly (just 2 days with "super saver" shipping) and in perfect shape. The pieces are heavy and solid--the acrylic or lucite is thick and durable, and well polished, I expect it to last, although +dust to be its largest enemy--the toric subwoofer has a hole in the top, funneling down to the woofer, which just begs for dust to settle in, especially under a desk. Four screws in the footed base appear to allow fairly easy access to the inside for cleaning, however. The speakers are wired to the subwoofer with thick cables, and they are not particularly long--they're meant to fit on a desk. All the cables are easy to attach. I had the unit set up within 5 minutes. To connect to the audio device, a 4-5 inch cable emerges from the subwoofer which is attached to a 2.5 mm female plug. They include a 3.5 mm male to 3.5mm male stereo cable which is about 5 ft long. They also include a 3.5 mm stereo female plug split to 2 RCA female plugs, so if you need something different, you may wish to order it.

      My ONLY complaint about this item is the volume adjust--two little touch pads at the base of one of the sticks, which respond a little too slowly to touch. It may be a matter of getting used to. As other reviewers have said, a small remote or a knob would be easier to use. I'd suggest setting the volume to a nice level and then use your audio device to adjust. An obvious improvement would be to make it wireless, although I intend to purchase a conversion kit. Wall mounts might also be a nice plus, although two small shelves would remedy that issue. Find a place for the subwoofer under your desk but keep it in sight--you don't want any of those space aliens escaping without your notice ;)
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    • GB
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great sound and gorgeous.
      Reviewed in Japan on July 16, 2021
      It's all in the title. The only thing is that I wish I had bought the bluetooth version. This one is not. But anyway, the sound and the design compensate for the appearance of extra cable.
    • Louis Meistermann
      5.0 out of 5 stars Mes pauvres enceintes Triangle, qu'allez-vous devenir ?
      Reviewed in France on February 5, 2011
      En remplacement de JBL Creature, les harman/kardon sont toujours branchées sur iMac.
      Que du bon, un son bien agréable à condition de ne pas trop forcer sur les basses caisson. Je me demande bien ce que vont devenir les chaînes de salon avec les progrès de ces matériels plutôt bon marché
      Pour l'installation, on a même droit à un raccord 2 voies pour une sortie d'ampli.
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    • Client d'Amazon
      5.0 out of 5 stars Good looking and sounding
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 7, 2022
      I realised when I got these I've wanted them since I first saw them a looong time ago. They don't have bells and whistles like Bluetooth but that works for me since I wanted simple speakers to plug into my desktop Mac. They're expensive. I hope they last a very long time.
    • Faisal
      5.0 out of 5 stars 🔥🔥🔥🔥
      Reviewed in Saudi Arabia on February 5, 2024
      It’s very clear sound system 🧨❤️
    • Patxof
      5.0 out of 5 stars buen sonido
      Reviewed in Spain on December 30, 2012
      lo pedi por recomendacion d un amigo. es un buen equipo. lo tengo conectado al ordenador, el tercero que pruebo y el que mas me ha convencido.

    Product Summary: Harman Kardon SoundSticks III 2.1 Speaker System

    From Harman Kardon

    4.4 out of 5 stars, 2,641 ratings

    Customer reviews

    About this Item

    • Compatible with all devices with a stereo minijack output
    • Outstanding bass performance
    • Touch volume and mute controls. Satellite Height (inches) 10.
    • Subwoofer volume control and Angle adjustable satellites
    • Amplifier output power 10 Watt RMS per channel

    Product Description

    Product Description
    A 6-inch, 20-watt downward-firing powered subwoofer. Eight 1-inch full-range transducers. Plug-and-play compatibility with virtually any multimedia device. And stunning industrial design that perfectly matches the clarity of the sound. The Harman Kardon SoundSticks III desktop sound system brings a new level of excitement to music, games and movies with a minimum of wiring and looks spectacular doing it.
    From the Manufacturer

    Listen to a work of art.

    Praised for its stunning design, the harman kardon® SoundSticks II speakers and subwoofer system became a milestone in harman kardon history when it became part of the permanent collection at New York City's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Improving on its famous sibling's pop-culture appeal, the SoundSticks III system is all that and much more. As a three-piece, 2.1-channel multimedia sound system, SoundSticks III brings a new level of excitement to music, games and movies to your home - with its exceptional sound clarity, enhanced color scheme and bare minimum of wiring. Beyond its eye-catching appeal, SoundSticks III continues to be incredibly capable - with 40 watts of dazzling amplification, a down-firing powered subwoofer, eight full-range transducers and compatibility with all sorts of multimedia devices. As the sublime sequel to a prized performer, SoundSticks III is performance art at its finest.

    Stunning Sound. Stunning Looks.

    The harman kardon® SoundSticks III - At a Glance.

    • Four, 1" full-range transducers per channel powered by a 10-watt amplifier for room-filling sound
    • One, 6" low-frequency transducer powered by a 20-watt amplifier for outstanding bass performance
    • Compatible with all devices with a stereo mini-jack output
    • Touch volume and mute controls
    • Subwoofer volume control
    • Angle-adjustable satellites
    • Incredible industrial design
    The full-range transducers fill the room with accurate, detailed sound quality Click here to View Larger

    Highlights.

    Fill the room with eight full-range transducers

    The harman kardon brand has a rich history of engineering sound with highly regarded results. The SoundSticks III system is no different. Powered by a total of 20-watts, eight full-range transducers (four in each speaker) deftly fill your room with great sound, while increasing power handling and audio output. With less distortion and better sound quality, SoundSticks III speakers ensure that you'll hear music or video exactly the way the composer intended.

    A powerful 20-watt woofer delivers deep, accurate bass from whatever you happen to be listenting to Click here to View Larger
    Down-firing subwoofer with volume control

    For a true audiophile listening experience, the SoundSticks III system also features a six-inch down-firing subwoofer with volume control that is powered by a 20-watt amplifier. By aiming sound down instead of at surrounding walls, your subwoofer makes your system less susceptible to adverse room variables - giving you a consistent performance. The subwoofer also has a flared port that reduces port noise during high-volume passages. This feature helps you tailor sound levels based on your room's specifications as well as your own listening preferences.

    Connect to virtually any media device

    Other than its stunning good looks, the SoundSticks III system offers excellent compatibility with other audio components. Thanks to its 3.5mm stereo audio connection, SoundSticks III speakers can be used with MP3 players, portable CD players, computers and almost anything with stereo line-level outputs. By offering you this user-friendly option, SoundSticks III becomes a nimble addition to your desktop, bookshelf or entertainment center, keeping your life simple with a maximum of connection options - and a bare minimum of wiring.

    Touch controls offer elegant ease of use
    Touch controls for volume and mute

    The SoundSticks III system makes it easy for you to interact with your subwoofer and "sticks," offering sensitive touch controls for raising, lowering or muting the system volume. By responding to the gentle touch of your fingertip, this intuitive design feature makes your SoundSticks III system easy to operate, and keeps this work of audio "art" in the best possible condition.

    The Soundsticks III satellites angle to nearly any direction for the best possible sound
    Control the angle of your satellite speakers

    Elegant and easy to use, SoundSticks III satellite speakers are designed to fit exactly where you want them - and maybe even in a few other places. As a modern design feature that's adaptable to your environment, the SoundSticks III system has two angle-adjustable satellite speakers that bend from low angle to high. Gently push or pull each satellite to the desired position - and you can optimize the angle at which sound enters, and fills, the room around you.

    Attractive, high-quality audio cables

    Some manufacturers make audio cables a bare-minimum expense, which can compromise the integrity of an audio product and, potentially, the look of it. The SoundSticks III system does no such thing. SoundSticks III audio cables match the high-quality, transparent modern design of the speakers in terms of quality and visual appeal - and live just underneath the transparent speaker covers as if being showcased. Kept in place by black connection beads, these premium audio cables ensure that audio travels from source to speaker, without any sign of degradation or outside interference. Their flexible design gives you the freedom to use the Soundsticks III with other devices that use an analog output such as games consoles, DVD/Blu-ray Disc players, and TVs. And since they are detachable, they can be easily replaced if they happened to get damaged.

    A sound plan for energy-efficiency

    The SoundSticks III speaker system is soundly engineered for full compliance with the most demanding energy-efficiency requirements. It achieves this "green" standard primarily through incorporating a convenient on/off switch, which is built into the subwoofer volume control. This way, you gain more power over your power usage while keeping your satisfaction levels high and your energy bill low.

    Inspiring Industrial Design

    Few multimedia sound systems can boast that their predecessor was part of the permanent collection at New York City's Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), but that's exactly the claim the SoundSticks III speaker system can make. Taking its older sibling's celebrated design even further, the SoundSticks III look is cutting-edge with a modern industrial design aesthetic, elegant black accents and a luminescent white LED glow. And though the SoundSticks III system may look like a visitor from the future with its transparent speaker covers, its exceptional performance makes it a more-than-worthy encore to its pop-culture predecessor.

    For more than 50 years harman kardon products have delivered great sound and extraordinary design

    Designed to Entertain.

    For more than 50 years, harman kardon® audio experts have - through extraordinary industrial design, innovative technologies and meticulous engineering - created products to deliver the ultimate listening experience. From the world's very first high-fidelity receiver in 1954 to high-current, ultrawide-bandwidth amplifier design (still used today) to high-performance multimedia speakers that look as good as they sound, the harman kardon brand has led the way to the finest audio and video quality possible. With a complete package of performance, design, flexibility and ease of use, harman kardon products are perfect for all the sounds and visuals that modern, high-definition digital content has to offer. So treat yourself to the ultimate at-home listening experience - one that only a harman kardon system can provide.

    What's in the Box

    • One pair of Soundsticks III satellites
    • One powered subwoofer module
    • One power cord
    • One set of audio cables

    Spec Sheet

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    Sold as-is. All sales final.

    Visible screen diagonal

    10" / 26 cm

    Proposition 65 Warning for California Consumers

    WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

    Product Guidance & Documents

    User Manual (PDF)

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