Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
An advanced 3-piece multimedia speaker system, the SoundSticks II offer easy plug-and-play with any existing audio device that has a standard mini stereo speaker jack.
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Overview
Employing computer-optimized multi-band parametric equalization, the SoundSticks II also offer Harman's unique “capacitance touch” control buttons on the right satellite that allow for direct access to volume control. Just a touch increases or decreases the volume. A single touch also mutes or un-mutes the system. In addition, the SoundSticks II remember your last volume setting.
The SoundSticks II audio system uses a straightforward interconnect technology, which provides an effortless user interface with minimum desktop wiring. The powerful subwoofer provides clean, low bass. And treble and subwoofer level controls are located on the back of the subwoofer.
Specifications
General
- Frequency range: 44Hz-20kHz
- Power consumption: 4W idle, 65W maximum
- Input: 1/8 in./3.5 mm mini stereo jack
- Transducer: Four 1-in. full range per channel
- Amplifier output power: 10W RMS per channel
- Dimensions (Diam. x Ht.): 2.0 x 10.0 in./5.1 x 25.4 cm
- Weight: 1.5 lb./0.67 kg
- Transducer: One 6-in. woofer (subwoofer
- Amplifier output power: 20W RMS per channel
- Dimensions (Diam. x Ht.): 9.19 x 10.19 in./23.2 x 25.8 cm (subwoofer)
- Weight: 4.9 lb./2.2 kg
One year
Mfr. Part No.: SOUNDSTICKS II
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Most Recent Reviews
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
Since 2004
Written by BC from Salem
8-Jul-2009
I have had them for about 6 years and you would never know they were "old." The one speaker likes to loose its face plate, but tha…Read moret clips back on easily (I bought them in college and have moved a lot and dropped them on several occasions). The base can be deceivingly loud, my upstairs neighbor on several occasions could not sleep because of the booming sound (I had it on low base, for classic rock). The sound is smooth and crisp, still. While other speakers may cost less, these will last and are still some of the most unique looking speakers on the market. I recommend these to music enthusiasts and really anyone who like quality sound.
(4 of 4 people found this review useful)
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
No sound after moving
Written by RA from Phoenix
16-Jun-2009
Such a pity....Great design, pretty good sound, practical and very nice litte stereo, but I'm on my second product that simply sto…Read morepped working after I moved it. First time around from my bedroom to the living room, and second time around over to a friend's house. Now THAT is not very practical.... I've called Harman Kardon numerous times to try to fix the problem, and although their customer service has always been very nice and quick, the only answer they can give me is that the system is't serviceable!!! It either works or it doesn't. So if you're no longer under warranty, there's nothing than can be done about it.
So, unless you plan on never ever moving it from where you first have it installed, i would buy myself another model.(8 of 15 people found this review useful)
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
Great!
Written by CS from Naselle
15-Jun-2009
I have enjoyed this product for the last 3 years! It fills my room with full quality sound and it looks great!
(7 of 8 people found this review useful)
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Most Useful Reviews
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
Perfection Personification
Written by BR from Bridgewater
6-Jan-2007
You have no idea how much I agonized over choosing the correct speakers to match my new 24" Imac. I did all the prerequisite resea…Read morerch on the weeb and listened to a dozen systems, from the inexpensive cool looking Creatures to the high end clunky Bose. When I learned about these, they were like a gift from God. They were designed by HK engineers in conjunction with Apple, and so equal the coolness factor of the Imac and as Steve Jobs would probably say- makes computers sexy again. That subwoofer is just too good lookin' to sit under a desk! Having said that, the sound experience took me by surprise, even though that is why most people buy them. Very crisp, clean highs with a smooth midtone. Adjust bass to annoy spouse or neighbours. Final word: other more expensive systems are for audiogeeks. These will satisfy your pocketbook and your aesthetics. Enjoy.
(977 of 1231 people found this review useful)
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
You can get better for less
Written by KK from Lafayette
2-Aug-2005
This system is sub-par for what you can get from Altec or Klipsch for the same price. The 150 dollar Promedia 2.1's are superior t…Read moreo this Harmon Kardon overpriced plastic junk. The sats have very little midrange and pretty much hang on 200hz leaving that job up to the subwoofer. This makes for extremely distorted and muddy mid-bass as well as a horrible transition to the subwoofer which in turn causes undesired localization of the subwoofer itself. The sub is small, underpowered and over ported. It doest have a whisper below 50hz so don't actually expect any real bass out of this thing, and the port is conveniently facing upward to allow dust to enter at will - great design there!
Seriously, this system would be ok at 70 (edit: 50) dollars, but for this price, you can get some serious power from Klipsch or Altec Lansing. Don't consider this product.
Scan the user reviews.. Not one person has actually compared this to an equivalent 150 dollar system. What's to review if you have no experience in the rest of the market? I do and the market puts this mishap to shame. The GMX 2.1, THX 2.1 or Altec MX5021, all would lay waste this little HK junker. Have you ever heard of a plastic subwoofer? Anything with modest build quality uses MDF which all of the above do. Please, this system is not for anyone who takes audio seriously. If you own a Mac or iPod you already take it too serious to consider this awful conglomeration of a speaker system.
In all fairness, I don't own the product; however, I tested it at my cousin's house and felt a need to report my opinion.(1124 of 1719 people found this review useful)
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Harman Kardon SoundSticks II
Excellent sound quality with high volume potential
Written by TC from Purchase
29-Jul-2005
The quality of acoustics of this speaker set is extremely high. The speaker set can be hooked up to a desktop computer, laptop co…Read moremputer or only to an iPod. It is important to note that this is not a highly portable speaker set, as compared to a one-piece speaker system; it obviously can be transported, but with some care and bulkiness. One of the SoundSticks has volume (+) and volume (-) buttons, and the subwoofer has its own volume knob. Also, the wires connecting the SoundSticks to the subwoofer are very long, allowing for a proper "spreading" of the sound. There is no need to ever buy an old fashioned component stereo system any longer with equipment like this available.
(700 of 969 people found this review useful)
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