Harman Kardon Unveils Aura Studio 5: A 160W Bluetooth Speaker with Iconic Design and Customizable Lighting
Harman Kardon has introduced its latest wireless Bluetooth speaker, the Aura Studio 5, in Japan. Building on the legacy of its predecessors, this new model features a striking transparent dome that will remind many of the classic Harman Kardon SoundSticks—speakers so iconic they are part of the New York Museum of Modern Art’s collection.
While the design pays homage to the past, the Aura Studio 5 is very much a modern speaker equipped with up-to-date technology. It boasts Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity and integrated customizable lighting that dynamically moves with the music, creating an immersive audio-visual experience.
Powerful Audio Performance
The Aura Studio 5 is designed to fill your room with 360-degree sound. It achieves this with a combination of a 25mm tweeter and six 40mm mid-range drivers arranged around the speaker. A 143mm subwoofer delivers deep bass, all powered by a robust 160W amplifier. The speaker covers a frequency range from 45Hz to 20kHz, ensuring rich, balanced audio reproduction.
One of its standout features is Harman’s Constant Sound Field technology, which provides consistent sound quality throughout the room, no matter where you are seated.
Additional Features
Besides wireless playback via Bluetooth 5.4, the speaker also includes a 3.5mm aux input for wired connections to other audio sources. The companion app enhances user control by allowing you to adjust the EQ settings, pair two Aura Studio 5 speakers for stereo sound, and keep the firmware updated for the best performance.
Availability and Pricing
Currently, the Aura Studio 5 is available exclusively in Japan with a price tag of 46,200 yen (approximately $300 / £230 / AU$464 before taxes and tariffs). Considering that the previous model, the Aura Studio 4, retails for around $299 / £279 / AU$399, similar pricing is expected when the new speaker launches in other regions.
Stay tuned for more updates on this stylish and powerful Bluetooth speaker from Harman Kardon.
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