Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
This three-piece speaker system allows easy plug-and-play audio for your Mac or iPod. Bring music, movies and games to life with the SoundSticks from Harman Kardon.
- Sleek, transparent design
- Powerful subwoofer for clean, low bass
- Two satellite desktop speakers
- Mini stereo jack connection
Overview
This 3-piece, 40-watt speaker system is designed for easy plug-and-play audio from any Mac or iPod, through a mini stereo jack connection. Enjoy high-quality stereo sound for music, movies and games with the SoundSticks II from Harman Kardon.
Superior sound, stylish design
The SoundSticks’ sleek, smooth lines and transparent body look great in your home or office and provide deep, powerful acoustic reproduction with computer-optimised equalisation.
Easy bass and treble controls
One-touch controls allow for direct access to volume adjust with treble and subwoofer levels, while the mute function remembers your last volume setting. Stylish, room-filling audio for your digital audio.
Features
- Sleek, transparent design
- Powerful 20-watt subwoofer for clean, low bass
- Two 10-watt satellite desktop speakers
- Easy-to-use touch controls
- Three-piece speaker system
- High-quality stereo sound
- Treble and subwoofer level adjust
- Mini stereo jack connection
Did you notice?
One-touch controls allow for direct access to volume adjust and treble and subwoofer levels, while the mute function remembers your last volume setting.
Apple recommends for...
Stylish, room-filling audio for your Mac or iPod with powerful bass and crisp treble.
What’s in the box?
- SoundSticks II 2.1 speakers (2 x satellite, 1 x subwoofer)
- Power adapter
- Connecting cables
- User Manual
Technical specifications
SYSTEM:
Frequency range
- 44Hz-20kHz
- Power Consumption:
- 4 W idle, 65 W maximum
Interface
- Analog (3.5mm)
SUBWOOFER:
Transducers
- (1) 6 - inch woofer
- Amplifier Output Power: 20 Wrms
- Dimensions: 232 mm diam. x 258 mm
- Weight: 2.24 kg
SATELLITE:
Transducers
- (4) 1 - inch full range per channel
- Amplifier output power: 10 Wrms per channel
- Dimensions: 50.8 mm diam. x 254 mm
- Weight: 0.67 kg
Most Useful Reviews
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Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
A fantastic piece of kit....
Written by RW from London
Jun 22, 2005
I purchased these over a year ago and they still sound as pure as the day I bought them. The sound quality is unmatchable.
Style wise... fantastically innovative. You can either stand the speakers up as many of the images display but you can also hang them from loop that forms the base of the stand.
A fantastic piece of kit ... you won't be disappointed. …More281 of 368 people found this useful
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Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
Well worth the money!
Written by MM from Truro
Aug 25, 2005
I wasn't intending to spend this much on speakers until I heard them. I was looking for a 2.1 speaker package and was thinking of the JBL Creature II speakers but they sounded 'hissy'. I heard these and was blown away. I'm doing a sound engineering degree and know what good speakers sound like - These sound amazing and have inpecable clarity. Well worth the money, go for these (If the price dosen't put you off!) …More
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Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
Simple to set up and use, Stylish and Brilliantly Clear Sound!!
Written by JC
Sep 11, 2005
I read quite a few reviews on different speakers for my iPod and couldnt really decide which to buy. I wanted something funky with a good sound that would let me use my iPod as a stereo in my living room. I chose these. The soundsticks are as impressive in sound as they are in looks! These speakers not only have excellent audio quality but they just ooze style! The adjustable bass from the subwoofer blows the best songs away but can also be turned down for more relaxing tunes. The touch sensitive volume controls on the speakers are just another amazing innovative touch! Definitely something to show off to your friends with!!! ;-) Fantastic value for money, funky, eye catching and just generally amazing! love them!! …More
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Most Recent Reviews
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Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
Classic
Written by MM from Lancaster
Nov 25, 2009
I've been using Soundsticks v1.0 (USB version) every day in my office since I bought them along with a G4 CUBE! back in 2000. They still sound great. They are now attached to a 17" MacBook Pro, although the cube is still working and used by guests who require web access.
On average I suppose they are only on for 3 or 4 hours a day and I only drive them at full volume once in a while. For the first couple of years the were on for 8 hours a day playing internet radio music in the office. These days I listen to more podcasts and spoken word content than I used to - hey I'm nearly 10 years older now than when I bought them, I'm allowed!
My guess is that the people whose speakers have failed may regularly have them at max volume. They are not the very loudest of speakers so my guess is if you're the kind of person that's needs it really loud these might well have a slightly limited life if driven at max all day long, but like I say mine will be a decade old next year and still in daily use. …More1 of 1 people found this useful
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Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
A Classic never dies!
Written by MK from Doncaster
Sep 27, 2009
I first saw and heard these speakers a few years ago in New York. A friend introduced me to all things Apple and he just happened to have these speakers. Funky and fabulous I thought. I finally bought a Mac last year and have just bought these speakers.
The sound reproduction is excellent with every type of music (from classical & opera to pop & R&B - you get the idea) and the stereo effect is fantastic. We also use the Mac as a second TV/DVD player and although the standard speakers are excellent these just a completely new dimension.
These speakers remain virtually unchanged since they launched a few years ago. They don't need to be re-invented or upgraded. A classic never dies and I think that speaks volumes. Sorry for the cliche. …More4 of 4 people found this useful
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Harman Kardon Soundsticks II
Great product
Written by JV from CHARLOTTENLUND
Sep 8, 2009
These speakers are great, with good sound, very nice design. But they don't play as loud as expected. But they do the trick. I will not rate them with 5 stairs as this would be for the completely fantastic sound and loudness speaker. But for computer gamers and for the office they are great.
The good thing with the speakers are that you can turn them off on the bass booster, and you can turn the volumen -/+ on the satelite speakers.
With airport express their work great.
You can with comfort and joy buy them you will not be dissapointed unless you want volume …More9 of 11 people found this useful
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