Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 8, the overlooked desktop speaker
- ChungT.
- Feb 20
- 3 min read
As a leader in the field of professional audio, Harman Kardon launched the Onyx Studio series of Bluetooth speakers in September 2014. It has high-quality volume and bass capabilities, and the design-rich desktop speakers make it a small device that can be integrated into different interior styles. The unit has two 75mm woofers and two 20mm tweeters behind the grille. The back cover is equipped with dual passive radiators, providing a balanced sound profile, from beautiful highs to powerful and deep bass, providing excellent sound quality. At the time, it was priced at $399, which put it in the high-end audio category.
![[2014] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9cf98_85467a57707845ff854960d4893f7f2a~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_980,h_1035,al_c,q_85,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_avif,quality_auto/a9cf98_85467a57707845ff854960d4893f7f2a~mv2.jpg)
The round upright appearance is equipped with a mesh sound insulation net to provide abundant warm air. The sound doesn't seem cluttered or crowded. Putting it at home is like a small work of art.
![[2016] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 2](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9cf98_d42f4ac9d6d44f35adc42b936c3591f2~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_407,h_414,al_c,q_85,enc_avif,quality_auto/a9cf98_d42f4ac9d6d44f35adc42b936c3591f2~mv2.png)
The Harman/Kardon Onyx Studio 4, introduced in 2017, pioneered the highest quality of the series’ four-speaker all-in-one system;
![[2017] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 4](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9cf98_9db3c9b98d3f4b5f9b494bed785011ad~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_798,h_725,al_c,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/a9cf98_9db3c9b98d3f4b5f9b494bed785011ad~mv2.png)
Later, the Harman Kardon Onyx studio 5/6 switched to a 120mm woofer and a 25mm tweeter;
![[2020] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 6](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9cf98_b7d7cc8b686649079e3afc4707d84e71~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_703,h_629,al_c,q_90,enc_avif,quality_auto/a9cf98_b7d7cc8b686649079e3afc4707d84e71~mv2.png)
In July 2021, the Harman Kardon Onyx studio 7 was launched, evolving into two 25mm tweeters and one 120mm woofer;
![[2021] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 7](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9cf98_a061402926844d2cbb1e27866eeb18d5~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_507,h_461,al_c,q_85,enc_avif,quality_auto/a9cf98_a061402926844d2cbb1e27866eeb18d5~mv2.png)
January 2023 Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 8 shrinks the previous generation's 25mm tweeter to 20mm to maintain the stability of the sound quality, and slightly increases the size to break through the power supply limitation (W x H x D) 312 x 275.8 x 163.8 mm, raising the upper limit of high and low frequencies.
![[2023] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 8](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9cf98_f6f0ef43e31244eb96fa83ec76f7bf10~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_556,h_556,al_c,q_80,enc_avif,quality_auto/a9cf98_f6f0ef43e31244eb96fa83ec76f7bf10~mv2.jpg)
It's not easy to stand out in a sea of Bluetooth speakers, but Harman Kardon's Onyx Studio 8 does it best, delivering rich, room-filling sound through unparalleled acoustic engineering. Onyx Studio 8 is hailed as the "best sounding and most environmentally friendly" speaker to date. The frame is made from anodized aluminum, the speaker grille fabric is made from recycled polyester yarn, the body is made from a mix of other recycled materials, and the ink used on the packaging is also of the environmentally friendly soy variety.
Adopt Bluetooth® 5.2 wireless connection technology to provide a stable and fast experience, and play for up to 8 hours without the need for a power cord. Users can also wirelessly pair two Onyx Studio 8 speakers together to quickly and easily create a festive ambience with a wider, more detailed soundstage. Once switched on, Onyx Studio 8 automatically calibrates to an acoustic recording of the surrounding space, ensuring optimal sound quality wherever it is placed. Built-in dual microphone design enables clear sound at a distance, whether you are listening to your favorite music or making a crystal clear conference call in any situation.
Harman kardon ONYX Studio 8 Website
Brand Introduction
Harman Kardon was originally founded in Westbury, New York, in 1953 by business partners Sidney Harman and Bernard Kardon as a company that combined leading audio engineering with elegant design to develop improved audio systems for consumers, making every day more meaningful with superior sound quality. In 1959, it launched the world's first ultra-wideband tube audio amplifier, Citation II. In 1980, it successfully created the home high-current audio amplifier Citation XX, opening up new doors in the field of home audio. In 1999, it won multiple design awards for its amazing SoundSticks, which became a permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Harman wanted Bogen to develop improved sound systems for American consumers.
Source Harman Kardon Official Website ／ Amazon
