I purchased my renewed harman kardon onyx 8 for $149. I thought this was a steal since the original price was around $400 but after some late research, I found you can pick up a new one for around $180 - $200.
Despite the price drop on brand new, I still saved about $50 and as far as I can tell, this thing is barely used. It appears from the box and all contents inside, someone bought it, tried it out, and either had buyers remorse, or thought it should be better for what they paid.
The package arrived in a harman kardon box sealed but you could tell that it had once been opened. Product inside was wrapped in a cover to protect it during shipping, and the cardboard holders that keep the speaker stable, contained instruction book, warranty registration info, and the power cord, all like it was freshly packaged and unused. Had this not said renewed when I bought it, I wouldn't have picked up on any of these slight hints of it being used (instruction book had miniscule bend, black shipping box had white creases suggesting it had once been opened.)
For about $150 this speaker is awesome! It blows my Bose sound link from 6 years ago out of the water. Although it is much much bigger, this is the system I've been missing since the days of mini shelf systems with miles of speaker wires and cassette decks and cd changers.
I feel the bass is punchy, almost too much. I had to go into my settings for my music service and adjust the equalizer a bit. The sounds are clear, and at only 50% volume, it has room filling sound.
It comes with a robust long power cord and it is reported that it will run on battery power for 4 to 6 hours. This will be varied based on listening volume, the higher you play it, the more power it consumes.
Whether you choose to buy renewed or purchase a brand new unit, this speaker will not disappoint for most applications.
So let me clear the last comment up. This will not work for you if you want something extremely portable. This thing is about as big as a regulation size basketball. So where my Bose sound link could sit in small narrow places, I will have to rethink where I set this. Also, it doesn't appear to be resistant to water (so probably not good close to pool or hot tub - like closer than 5-10ft is probably not a good idea) and the sand from the beach will probably ruin this speaker. Those are my only negatives.
Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 8 Blue (Renewed)
4.3 | 147 ratings
Price: 192
Last update: 09-06-2024
About this item
Superior sound performance: Harman Kardon's unrivaled acoustic engineering delivers rich, room-filling sound in any setting, whether you're listening to your favorite music or making crystal clear conference calls.
Elegant design: Crafted from premium materials, the Onyx Studio 8 neatly blends into your life and home. The sleek, anodized aluminum handle, which doubles as a sturdy base, means you can easily carry it from one room to another.
Self-Tuning: Enjoy perfect sounds wherever you take the music. When you power on, the Onyx Studio 8 automatically calibrates to its environment, ensuring the best sound possible no matter where you set it down.
Bluetooth streaming for up to 8 hours: The Onyx Studio 8 pairs seamlessly with any Bluetooth device for enhanced, extraordinary audio. And since music is meant to be shared, you can switch your playlists with anyone by simultaneously connecting two devices to the speaker. With 8 hours of battery time and no power cord tying you down, you can place the Onyx Studio 8 anywhere and get on with the music.
Eco-friendly materials: The Onyx Studio 8 is made with recycled plastic. The speaker grille fabric is woven from recycled polyester yarn, and our paper-based packaging is made with FSC-certified paper and printed with soy ink. Together, these choices reduce environmental impact.
Power source type: Corded Electric
Elegant design: Crafted from premium materials, the Onyx Studio 8 neatly blends into your life and home. The sleek, anodized aluminum handle, which doubles as a sturdy base, means you can easily carry it from one room to another.
Self-Tuning: Enjoy perfect sounds wherever you take the music. When you power on, the Onyx Studio 8 automatically calibrates to its environment, ensuring the best sound possible no matter where you set it down.
Bluetooth streaming for up to 8 hours: The Onyx Studio 8 pairs seamlessly with any Bluetooth device for enhanced, extraordinary audio. And since music is meant to be shared, you can switch your playlists with anyone by simultaneously connecting two devices to the speaker. With 8 hours of battery time and no power cord tying you down, you can place the Onyx Studio 8 anywhere and get on with the music.
Eco-friendly materials: The Onyx Studio 8 is made with recycled plastic. The speaker grille fabric is woven from recycled polyester yarn, and our paper-based packaging is made with FSC-certified paper and printed with soy ink. Together, these choices reduce environmental impact.
Power source type: Corded Electric
Product information
| Controller Type | Corded Electric |
|---|---|
| Color | Blue |
| Battery Life | 8 Hours |
| Included Components | Onyx Studio 8, Power Cable |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Charging Time | 8 Hours |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| UPC | 657768379475 |
| Manufacturer | Harman Kardon |
| Product Dimensions | 6.45 x 12.28 x 10.86 inches |
| Item Weight | 9 pounds |
| ASIN | B0C1DHVPYG |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews |
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars
119 ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #24,260 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #42 in Renewed Portable Bluetooth Speakers #953 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
| Date First Available | April 3, 2023 |
Top reviews from the United States
Amazon Customer
Very happy with this "Renewed" purchase
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2023
Amazon Customer
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2023
Despite the price drop on brand new, I still saved about $50 and as far as I can tell, this thing is barely used. It appears from the box and all contents inside, someone bought it, tried it out, and either had buyers remorse, or thought it should be better for what they paid.
The package arrived in a harman kardon box sealed but you could tell that it had once been opened. Product inside was wrapped in a cover to protect it during shipping, and the cardboard holders that keep the speaker stable, contained instruction book, warranty registration info, and the power cord, all like it was freshly packaged and unused. Had this not said renewed when I bought it, I wouldn't have picked up on any of these slight hints of it being used (instruction book had miniscule bend, black shipping box had white creases suggesting it had once been opened.)
For about $150 this speaker is awesome! It blows my Bose sound link from 6 years ago out of the water. Although it is much much bigger, this is the system I've been missing since the days of mini shelf systems with miles of speaker wires and cassette decks and cd changers.
I feel the bass is punchy, almost too much. I had to go into my settings for my music service and adjust the equalizer a bit. The sounds are clear, and at only 50% volume, it has room filling sound.
It comes with a robust long power cord and it is reported that it will run on battery power for 4 to 6 hours. This will be varied based on listening volume, the higher you play it, the more power it consumes.
Whether you choose to buy renewed or purchase a brand new unit, this speaker will not disappoint for most applications.
So let me clear the last comment up. This will not work for you if you want something extremely portable. This thing is about as big as a regulation size basketball. So where my Bose sound link could sit in small narrow places, I will have to rethink where I set this. Also, it doesn't appear to be resistant to water (so probably not good close to pool or hot tub - like closer than 5-10ft is probably not a good idea) and the sand from the beach will probably ruin this speaker. Those are my only negatives.
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leon anglade
The sound quality
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024Amazin customer
Good
Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2024Edgardo Rodriguez
Do not buy from Kanga Supply
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2024Ron Jennings
HK Onyx still rules the roost
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2024KiyoGord55
So far so rockin!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2024Leo
Better than Bose and JBL
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2023Dave
Speaker is great.
Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2023