Harman Kardon SoundSticks 3 Review - Stunning speakers with punch

[@OzzyMandias]

I've had Soundsticks for almost 10 years and never thought of them in the least bit Phallic...until now, thanks.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

🤣🤣🤣

[@OzzyMandias]

@@TheProvokedPrawn I've been toying with the idea of buying a Soundbar for movies instead of using Sounsticks 2, do you think it's worth it cause they still sound great to me?

[@robertburrowes9893]

The satellite speaker with the sound controls goes on the right, not the left. The ring on the base of each satellite is supposed to be folded backward behind the speaker (out from under the speaker) so the speaker angle can be adjusted toward your ear.

[@Runescapeluvr4]

I don’t think that’s correct. Every picture/ display shows the rings directly beneath the speakers

[@robertburrowes9893]

@@Runescapeluvr4 Really? The picture on the box show the rings folded backward..... i.ebayimg.com/images/g/oCQAAOSw-dxalupO/s-l400.jpg

[@theParticleGod]

@@robertburrowes9893 even the box pictured at the start of the video shows the cock rings folded behind the speaker shaft, perhaps it made some people wince.

[@audreymuzingo933]

I just found a set of these in a box at somebody's curb for trash. Perfectly intact, sound great. I just can't believe the things some people throw away.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Crazy

[@sylviagarcia6880]

Wow! Amazing! Lucky you!👍

[@jibicusmaximus4827]

just found some too i am a broke musician too so.. lol!

[@audreymuzingo933]

@@jibicusmaximus4827 Ha, I'm a bit annoyed with how that turned out (nor REALLY, just a bit). Seeing as I already had the best speakers in the universe, a pair of Radio Shack ones the size of mini-fridges each, which I bought on layaway right after graduating high school in 1992, have moved a thousand times and sat in hot and cold storage units (and pawn shops) numerous times, but still sound so incredible you'd think the music or speaking is happening live in the room ....breath ..... I decided to give this little space-age set to my friend. And he seemed to want it, but to this day he hasn't gotten around to setting it up!!!

[@jibicusmaximus4827]

@@audreymuzingo933 i have had shockingly bad systems before.. this one is good for my needs, i like loud music though, i play lead guitar in a blues band so it's covered! also i have a loud voice too, so, that stuff all reserved for gigs really..

[@MaadScience]

you're supposed to swivel the stand rings backward, so you can angle the speakers back a bit on your desk. They were dirty because you had the bottoms facing up.

[@DTWAIRSOFT]

0:00 Hellooo 0:09 Unboxing 0:35 Harman Kardon SoundSticks features 1:16 Harman Kardon SoundSticks subwoofer 1:41 Harman Kardon SoundSticks speakers 2:09 Problems with the rubber feet/rings 2:26 Speaker touch controlls 2:50 Bluetooth connectivity 3:40 The price 4:47 looking inside the speakers 6:05 looking inside the subwoofer 6:45 Base control 7:22 Sound quality 8:18 The Prawn enjoying some music

[@akmatbkw]

Damn we need more people like you

[@marcinzielinski2555]

Nobody asked, everyone wants it.🎉🎉🎉

[@rogerhoward5487]

Appreciate your review style very much. No fluff, just facts.

[@iainduff6448]

I have these speakers on my pc , they are amazing I have a denon sound system on my tv but my Harmon Kardon pc speakers are so much better.

[@sibzy1]

I like a quirky review, you just got yourself a new subscriber Mr Prawn.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you! Also laughed at being called Mr Prawn. So thanks for that as well.

[@JudithLynnJones]

Here too he had me at c*ck ring … lol

[@ArnandoGresca]

This Harman Kardon model was the LAST truly genuine of the brand, before being bought by SAMSUNG

[@kumaSOevl]

Just bought one on sale….I’m very impressed

[@stefanegger]

I love harman/kardon. Glad you like them. I am not the biggest fan for the soundstick (I am into BDS, HK980, HKTS, AUra etc. stuff) but I can appreciate the design and achievment of this set - just probably not going into my collection this.

[@gordonstevens6050]

I think he likes these speakers.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yup

[@Youtblazen]

I came all the way here to listen to the drunken sailor song

[@sakimano]

"...with wires" was solid comedy.

[@teosiriosica]

Love your reviews! Thanks a lot! Just one thing: what's the great song you used to test them, please? :)

[@scottykilmer1094]

The stereo field on these are amaZingg

[@Belaziraf]

Your beer glass is a bit small. That's not even a pint. Not enough to feel the taste. Anyway thanks for the review. Does the sound change greatly if I put the subwoofer upside down ? Just an idea for a setup. And cheers again.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It's actually a fat and wide glass.

[@tomsanger5548]

15 years of computer generated bliss. Best to put the subwoofer on the floor with a rug underneath or else you get vibration. The on/off switch is on the sub but I have it plugged into its own little surge protector that I have on my computer table so I can turn the speakers off by clicking the surge protector off. You just wouldn't think this speaker set up from Mars could sound so good but it does.

[@wikilix86]

Very nice and smooth introduction, the only not so good part was at the end when he played Irish music with funeral vibes instead of some D&B or rock'n'roll

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Drunken sailor? It's a pirate song.

[@bradstone9927]

I'm a big fan for 20 years. My two speaker still in need of replacement for living 2 blocks from the ocean .need a resoursce. And second question is which series is wireless and will the wireless verision work on a 10 year old MacBook Pro? thanks

[@Midniter666]

First off your voice is amazing brother. I really thought the speakers would do some light show with electric waves going up and down or side to side in that dome. A bit disappointed. Why would i pay $280 for a dome of glass/plastic that does not even light up.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Haha fair point. I think they weren't so obsessed with RGB back when these launched

[@hazimreitz]

Only missing feature for this HK speakers is... etched speaker drivers on the back of them... I wouldn't mind the price if they had some designs on the back of the speakers or an option at least for buyers to have unique/custom speaker designs instead of blanks.

[@mercuriallimit]

Stupid me!!! I never knew the bass could be adjusted there, i”ve had this unit…. 10 years! And I just found out 20 seconds ago.

[@jeffgodshall9981]

Ca you use this as a regular system or do you have to have a PC

[@emondrag]

nice review... btw, what is that thingy with the buttons and the face?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Divoom Ditto

[@slaggshra1]

I am looking for the original set of these with a similar bass but with the round tweeters and all speakers send bluelight through the room with the speakers! I got them from a friend in the military in 2003 please let me know what you find

[@Bvalon24]

I was soooo close to buying these until you pointed out how “phallic” they look and now I can’t unsee it....

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Hahahaha

[@noelenehazell8454]

Yep, me too...

[@okaychegs]

Just bought some and wondering if there would be a away to hook them up to a record player? Maybe through the 3.5?

[@BruceLeeManMythLegend]

I've seen version 4 in black, but don't see it offered so pic may have been fake.

[@MrRickytuk]

Have you seen how much these cost now? These are great PC speakers but the housing is glued together and it comes lose after a few years. You can re-glue it and get many more years use from these.

[@Boogie_the_cat]

Hi, I enjoyed the video. I'm sorry to ask you, but I can't find a lot of info on the Bluetooth type that these speakers use. I'm really curious if these use the BT low latency technology. So that when you watch a movie, the audio actually matches up with the characters lips. I've seen other speakers at this price point not implement this tech, which just kills the usability for me. Sorry to bother you, I did look it up, and I don't see that the tech is supported, but that doesn't 100% mean that it isn't, because these days so many manufacturers skimp on writing full product details. Thank you much either way.

[@GrootsieTheDog]

Hard to tell from video - does the sub still have the pretty blue light like the original? Would you know where to get replacement sticks? I have the sub but through the years the sticks have been dropped a few too many times.

[@sarfrazahmed1510]

Hi, can it be connected to a smart tv without wires

[@sardent2904]

How to pairing to bluetooth on my phone?

[@qu1n270]

lol I'm watching this video on my soundsticks XD but I only payed like $50 for my set was n showroom model and they discounted them super low

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Bargain

[@Diggnuts]

Ha! I found a set of soundsticks 2 while trifting for 7 euros. PSU was missing, but I got a suitable one for 2 euro's and converted it so now I have this glorious design and sound for less than a tenner!

[@sitgesvillaapartmentneilsc7924]

Nice....little ditty at the end....I have the original Apple version of these and the optional subwoofer on my G4 that is now a photoviewer library in my study...still work perfectly and have not yellowed sadly like the keyboard, where did you get your little I think Pacman toy from by the way pleae, thanks....? I was disappointed that they did not release a Led wash effect with this version would have been a nice add.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX-1pWekacmGrqs

[@DeanRendar]

this would make an awesome diy sealed jar terrarium working model with micro life thriving based on your music choices

[@DalionHeartTTV]

Yeah, I don't know how "thriving" they would remain with sound waves blasting at them.

[@kedduff1814]

@@DalionHeartTTV lol

[@fxsurgeon1]

is there any sub bass on these?

[@agostinhojosealexandre5594]

Hello mate, do reckon one should be able to connect this device to an Harman/Kardon 2.1 channel AVR?? thanks

[@Sky1]

Can I put fish in the subwoofer?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

That would be fun, but no

[@willmayer4038]

Please can I connect it to my Tv through auxiliary cable?

[@LiZzZzZArDDDD]

big subwoofer and no testing it haha xD

[@maytinhminhkien9204]

Thanks for share!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

My pleasure!

[@ajaybaghel8278]

Price kya h?

[@ResoRonnie]

How do these compare to the Logitech - Z625 2.1 Speaker System (3-Piece)?

[@fergusonvancouver9921]

Do these need drivers/software? I bought them but can't find anything and want to get the most out of these

[@Sky1]

do sparks light up inside that thing?

[@Arintra100]

Can you compare with Logitech Z625 THX certified 2.1 satellite speaker?

[@omsnaga]

These speakers are perfect if you want your neighbor to play their music and movies on your speakers. The bluetooth is open for everyone to connect, sharing is caring I guess?

[@elitemindzacademy7172]

Lol

[@sofnaji]

Tried to buy version 4 but couldn't find them listed anywhere. Bought these at 150£ instead. I think the 4 release pushed the v3 price down.

[@studiojason8049]

don't play with me now haha is there a version 4? link please

[@robr2280]

There is no mids to balance out the full range sound

[@Lalaland-q2z]

That is true ,but for me that mid range is not missed as this is my late at night small hifi system .

[@JeffCollectorsTV]

Hello everyone! Can someone help me how to fix my harman kordon soundsticks 3 its all working but the only problem is cannot connect to bluetooth to play music in any phone. Any suggestions what i can to do fix it and connect it so it can work again? Thanks alot! I appreciate your answered in advance. God bless!

[@BabaNamKevalamGames]

I wish i knew the song is being played during this period of time 6:45 - 7:21 of the video

[@steliannikolov4163]

Can they be connected to ps5 with the bluetooth?

[@victorleitzel8922]

Anyone have an opinion on leaving the harmon kardon soundsticks on 24/7? even when not playing music. this would be to avoid the hassale of bending over and turning them on/off everytime i use them.

[@picothedog77]

Mine has been left on 24/7 since I bought them 2 years ago. No issue.

[@victorleitzel8922]

have you had a problem with the popping sound they make when you turn off your computer? people are saying the popping sound is bad for them and can cause serious damage. after learning that, i have been unplugging them BEFORE turning off my computer to avoid the popping

[@picothedog77]

Victor Leitzel no issue with popping. Never had that problem

[@victorleitzel8922]

Tropical Man thank you!

[@adabornfree]

the right stick is not working. any ideas?

[@dukirps]

I'm considering getting these for my 40 inch TV. Or maybe a pair of bose cubes (no sub) with a mini-amp. Anyone had any luck with budget upgrades to a small bedroom set up?

[@khush2302]

How can we reset these

[@sugusugumar91]

It's available

[@surendershah1524]

hi my self surender shah my sound stick is brocken how can i rapiar please suggest me

[@gaursanu1]

I have this but become sound less. I know volume button .but not become less or increase what do plz help me

[@lordbmills]

How long are the speaker cables?

[@florambas8058]

Three feet I think I have mine

[@GerhardusSteenkamp-wj5yv]

Wear is the remote

[@mightymouse151]

At Goodwill, about $27 for all 3 pieces

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Nice

[@Lalaland-q2z]

At "housing works" a charity store for $20 , I love the sound especially with my 8th decade of life ears my other speakers are 1981 6 foot tall Magnaplaners.still working well on a Pioneer or Marantz amp .

[@shaniyadav7481]

Sir iska hey doctor mil jaega

[@luissandoval2640]

minuto 7:30 los que entraron para escuchar el sonido

[@kevward2596]

How do you activate the Bluetooth option on these🤔

[@JuanPablo-ub7gu]

I am sure its in the instructions, but I never read them anyway.

[@sunfox42]

It’s on by default, you can't turn Bluetooth off. It's discoverable by anybody around and can be paired without pressing anything… I do not recommend these if you have neighbors.

[@kantoystore3971]

Whats that mini tv like emoji thingy? Looks cool.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Probably this kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX-1pWekacmGrqs

[@russcorbett3923]

Thumbs UP 👍👍👍 for ' What would you do with a druukin sailor" !!!!!!!!!

[@adulfojdeleon1092]

How is the song?

[@user-hq9dd5zv2h]

Anyone knows what that pacman thing is in the video? It can be easily seen at around 2:30, thank you.

[@coreylee82]

Right, what the hell is that?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX-1pWekacmGrqs

[@maryusstoica4120]

It doesnt work via bluetooth?

[@ashwinikumarbehera6563]

7:22 background music name ?

[@kimcas007howell4]

I need help! Mines stopped working and no one where I'm at never seen something like this so they can't fix it 😭😭😭 Harman Kardon company is no help in solving the issue it's having.

[@3DogSound]

go to the little volume controls that are on only one of the sound sticks, these are located on each side of the open hole at the lowest spot right below the 4 speaker openings. These are silver. On the left this is the symbol on the control “_”. the right side has this symbol ‘+”. As you are playing some kind of audio, hold the right button. this turns up the volume on the speakers. Mine was turned all the way down before I ever noticed the controls, I called Harmon kardon and no one could help me. I ordered a new set and they arrived and I hooked them up and loved them. I had my old set sitting near my door and a friend asked what I was doing with them. I told him I was throwing them out because they stopped working. He offered me $50. I tried to tell him they were not worth it. He insisted that they were. We hooked them up and just as I told him they were silent. Then like a magician, he reached over and pressed the silver control on the right side and the volume started rising up . They were fine. check your volume control.

[@BubbaSparxxx-u9k]

To my soundbar

[@christopherflores3128]

Song makin me tap my foot while on the toilet

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

🤣

[@jovoncetolene7939]

This man played some game of thrones music

[@JuanPablo-ub7gu]

It sounds like it, but it is not.

[@jayrich7720]

Cock ring around the base is crazy 😂😂😂😂

[@phucnguyen2k]

Plz someone tell me how to cancel Bluetooth from my neighborhood, they already conected my SS and I cannt remove its

[@ja263]

Decent video. Thanks.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe.

[@nickzimmermann7794]

Next time pls a bass test 😚

[@saulmodano]

i love tha song at the end of the video but i never knew the name! can you tell me the name of the song please

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It's a funky mix of Drunken Sailor available copyright free from KZbin

[@SrikanthDonthi1]

0:05 😁

[@zacharyconnors7945]

I love your comments about them being phallic and the cock rings at the base. I didn't think of them that way at first but now I probably will 😸

[@dankestmemes4065]

My brodem has this

[@preciadoalex123]

anyone know how these stack up to the JBL creature III?

[@patrickvandyke9462]

Harman kardon studio 4 Way better than any jbl speaker and better than the Bose color sound links too and the UE booms and even mega boom

[@bobking7347]

The 4 looks ugly, the 3 looks better, only things I hate are the touch controls and the wireless satellites.

[@TheDanecki]

A big disappointment. I bought them because I always liked them, the Harman / Kardon company speaks for itself. Unfortunately, the bass is boxy and wheezing. The satellites are prickly in the ears. My old Creative P380 sound much better.

[@MikeleKonstantyFiedorowiczIV]

we need version with bonezei tree in

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

?

[@SSSGamerHQ]

Wtf kind of music was that bro? 🤣

[@tbrinkmann7731]

Why whisper?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Turn your speakers up. I wasn't whispering.

[@mihaialin7934]

They are so expensive in romania....

[@aldersouza6059]

Bad music for the test of sound.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

You realise it's irrelevant right? It's being captured on a camera mic and then played on whatever you are listening on. It's hardly going to sound the same I was hearing...

[@mulawizi7210]

Wireless speaker system with wires😂😂😂

[@anuragbarhoriya3284]

You play wrong song no bass.

[@MattHorn59]

..get a beolit 20 🤣

[@phuocduong3287]

music ?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

At the end?

[@phuocduong3287]

@@TheProvokedPrawn yes

[@phuocduong3287]

audio at the end of the video?

[@phuocduong3287]

Sorry I'm not fluent in English

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@phuocduong3287 it's a royalty free version of Drunken Sailor en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drunken_Sailor

[@colorservicelakierysamocho6678]

napruty jak zwykle haha

[@jonathanzanders3044]

This music is horrible lol

[@DalionHeartTTV]

It's royalty free, not exactly good quality shit when you're trying to avoid a copyright strike. That being said, I actually like it. Love the Drunken Sailor song, I like classical music, and I like colonial music. This ticks both of those boxes.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@DalionHeartTTV yeah, I thought it was fun.

[@DalionHeartTTV]

@@TheProvokedPrawn It was. Great video, great review, and saved me $200 when pricing the EvoDesk. They have an option to have these added with the package. I was seriously excited when I thought they were glass. Less so when I saw that they were plastic. Plastic see-through speakers aren't as interesting as glass speakers.

[@OlePedersen-n5u]

it is just trash

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No