[Back Order] Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 Bluetooth Speaker: Black or White $201.62 Shipped @ Amazon AU

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backorder so you will have to wait for delivery, but almost clearance level price for this recently released Onyx Studio 9 (2025) model.

the cheapest for Onyx Studio 8 was $250 ($211 with TGG commercial member) in 2024 and it was released in 2023.

they say this speaker has deeper bass than others similar in size, but the downside is it doesn't get very loud. made for indoors not outdoors because of the volume level.
what is looks like inside
Rtings review: https://www.rtings.com/speaker/reviews/harman-kardon/onyx-st…

Onyx Studio 9 (White) $201.62 — Temporarily out of stock. Order now and we'll deliver when available.

Onyx Studio 9 (Black) $201.62 — Usually dispatched within 1 to 2 months.

• Constant Sound Field technology delivers an immersive, wide soundstage with crystal-clear vocals
• Three-channel system includes a dedicated center channel and two specially designed tweeters for rich audio
• Elegant circular design blends seamlessly into any space
• Soft yet durable fabric enhances aesthetics and provides a premium feel
• Rechargeable battery offers up to 8 hours of playtime for flexible listening anywhere

General Specifications
Rated Output power 50W RMS
Power supply 100-240Vac, 50Hz/60Hz

Audio Specifications
Transducers Woofer 1 x 120mm, Tweeter 3 x 20mm
Frequency response 50Hz - 20kHz (-6dB)
Signal-to-noise ratio > 80dB

Dimensions
Product dimensions (W x H x D) 289.2 x287.5 x 130 mm / 11.39" x 11.32" x 5.12"
Packaging dimensions (W x H x D) 312 x 322 x 172 mm / 12.28" x 12.67" x 6.77"
Net weight 4.2kg / 9.25 lbs
Gross weight 3.33kg / 7.34lbs

Control and Connection Specifications
Bluetooth version 5.3
Bluetooth profile A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6
Bluetooth transmitter frequency range 2400MHz - 2483.5MHz
Bluetooth transmitter power ≤ 12 dBm (EIRP)
Bluetooth transmitter modulation GFSK, π/4 DQPSK, 8DPSK
USB port Type C
USB rating 5V / 2.1A (Max)
Supporting file format mp3

Battery
Battery type Li-ion 17.14 Wh (equivalent to 3.63 V/ 4722 mAh)
Battery charge time 4 hours
Music play time up to 8 hours (dependent on volume level and audio content)
Cable type AC power cable (type varies by regions)
Cable length 2.0 m / 6.6 ft
USB charge out 5V / 2.1A (Max)

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  jasswolf on 29/04/2025 - 17:16

  +1

  doesn't get very loud

  90 dB isn't loud enough? True, how can I hear my tunes as I sit next to a busy freeway…

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    n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 29/04/2025 - 17:44

    just read feeback on onyx series. most complain it doesn't get as loud but has better bass compared to similar JBL etc.

    btw some of the spec is with it plugged in only. such as 50W you probably get about 30W on battery.

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      jasswolf on 29/04/2025 - 17:46

      +1

      I can almost guarantee that no other portable speaker at that size can do more than 90 dB @ 1m without absurd distortion and dynamic compression.

      You'd need something larger.

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        n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 29/04/2025 - 17:47

        just read feedback it's a common complaint of Onyx. probably gets only 60-70dB's on battery.

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          jasswolf on 29/04/2025 - 17:48

          @n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm: The key thing that separates it out from most of the pack is the high treble isn't exaggerated, so these people are probably deaf or using it in a very noisy environment.

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            n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 29/04/2025 - 17:50

            +1

            @jasswolf:

            so these people are probably deaf

            loudness is a common complaint in the bluetooth speaker community. "doesn't get loud enough" which is more important than "no bass".

            that's why UE speakers just maximise loudness by cutting all the bass, they sound terrible at max volume but a lot of users are happy with that because "everyone on the train can hear it".

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              jasswolf on 29/04/2025 - 17:53

              +1

              @n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm: Yeah I can understand a mid-centric approach for a handheld unit that people want to cut through conversation or to push out basic tracks or podcasts.

              This is a full range speaker configuration in the smallest possible config with dynamic drivers to replicate something like bookshelf speaker listening. It's really good value at $200 if you care about the quality of the audio without getting silly on price.

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                n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 29/04/2025 - 17:57

                @jasswolf: yes I agree all of Harman models are good sounding speakers. including the smaller Luna ($137 on sale rn doesn't look too good next to Onyx 9 for $201 though 😂) and Go Play 3.

                the only downside to all these speakers is they all have tiny batteries inside. the Onyx uses just 1x almost AA sized lithium battery, their battery life is really not great when you play loud.

                I read a couple times Onyx 7 at max volume on battery will run out in 1 hour. which is not bad for the size of the battery but not as much as the other major brands.
                as I wrote in description, really is designed to be more indoor than outdoor. I think even a lot of buyers will just leave it plugged in as a home speaker.

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  Soapdroid on 29/04/2025 - 18:21

  +1

  I had the first few versions of this and have loved them. The feet would break (3D print new ones), the micro USB ports needed replacing a few times, but they were great speakers. I would have jumped on this if I hadn't missed the deal

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    n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 29/04/2025 - 21:18

    +1

    I had the first few versions of this and have loved them.

    yeah I think the Onyx 5, 6 that looked like a bag was a good design with a easy handle that was easy to hold on to.

    the Onyx 7, 8 ended up looking like a planet with a ring, and it took up more space like 30cm x 25cm square so it made it less shelf friendly.

    the 9 goes back to a slimmer design, looks like 30cm x 15cm square of floor space. but the handle seems very small and shallow and can only be grabbed from the back. without considering any difference in sound I think the old ones had a better design.

    the micro USB ports needed replacing a few times,

    I found a picture of the ports, the Onyx 9 has a USB-C port. but looks like that's for power bank output only? I thought you charged the Onyx range with the small AC cable.

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      Soapdroid on 30/04/2025 - 18:52

      Yes you're right of course it was the DC port that needed replacing, not the frustratingly useless micro-USB port!

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        n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 30/04/2025 - 20:10

        +1

        you mean AC port? that's not good. maybe the AC port is not made for constant plugging unplugging like USB.

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    BewareOfThe Dog on 30/04/2025 - 18:50

    +1

    Yes, I have an early one that was to be 'disposed of'. Still works fine, but was dropped.
    I had it outside, and the surface was 'tacky'.
    Cleaned it up.
    But I just purchased the Black one. TY OP, as I was looking at getting a new one.
    Harman BTW is Samsung (as is JBL)

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      n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 30/04/2025 - 20:13

      yeah I think mod added it for me in black big text after each color's links.

      one was temp out of stock, but both were able to be added to cart at time of posting.

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  n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 04/05/2025 - 19:53

  both colours are back as "Temporarily Out of stock" but both can be added to cart again.

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  Phonkmaster55 on 09/05/2025 - 14:50

  $201 for a brand new Onyx 9 is nuts.
  Out of stock, but able to order. Fingers crosseit gets delivered.

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    n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm on 09/05/2025 - 19:29

    I checked since the Temporarily out of stock update comment right above.

    one of them the White one I think changed to "Usualy dispatch in 1 to 2 months" a few days ago, which I think is more guaranteed than Temp out of stock.

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  OzBragain on 16/05/2025 - 04:10

  Grey back in stock