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  1. Table of Contents
  2. Top
  3. Main Differences
  4. Design
    1. Pictures
    2. Style
    3. Portability
    4. Build Quality
    5. Controls
    6. In The Box
  5. Sound
    1. Frequency Response Accuracy
    2. Raw Frequency Response
    3. Soundstage
    4. Dynamics
  6. Active Features
    1. Battery
    2. Voice Assistant
    3. App
  7. Connectivity
    1. Wired
    2. Bluetooth
    3. Wi-Fi
  8. Comments

Harman/Kardon Onyx Studio 8 vs Harman/Kardon Go + Play 3

Side-by-Side Comparison

Products

Harman/Kardon Onyx Studio 8
Harman/Kardon Go + Play 3

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Harman/Kardon Onyx Studio 8 Picture
Harman/Kardon Go + Play 3 Picture

Variants

  • Onyx Studio 8 (Black)
  • Onyx Studio 8 (Blue)
  • Onyx Studio 8 (Champagne)
  • Go + Play 3 (Black)

Our Verdict

Harman/Kardon Onyx Studio 8

Harman/Kardon Go + Play 3

The Harman/Kardon Go + Play 3 and the Harman/Kardon Onyx Studio 8 are home Bluetooth speakers that share Harman's stylish design language. Of the two, the Onyx Studio 8 is the more visually arresting, with a wraparound band that doubles as a stand and handle. The Play 3 resembles a more traditional boombox. Ultimately, the Play 3 is the better pick for most people. It gets louder, reproduces bass more accurately, and is also cheaper. The Onyx Studio 8 is a bit lighter though, so if you'd prefer a speaker that's easier on the arms when moving from room to room, that's the one to pick.  

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