Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 vs JBL PartyBox Encore Essential
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| Feature |  Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 |  JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 27,500.00 | KSh 36,000.00 |
| Battery | 4722mAh Li-ion, 3.63V, up to 8 hours playtime | 4800mAh |
| Weight | 3.36kg | 5.9 kg |
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General
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Harman Kardon | JBL |
| Model | Onyx Studio 9 | PartyBox Encore Essential |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Party Speaker |
| Color | Black, Gray | — |
Audio
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1 x 120mm woofer, 3 x 20mm tweeters | 1 x 5.25" Woofer, 2 x 1.75" Tweeters |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz – 20kHz (-6dB) | 50 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Total Power Output | 50W RMS | 100W RMS |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | > 80dB | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Version 5.3, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker |
| Wired Inputs | USB-C (5V | USB Type-A, 3.5mm AUX |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | USB-C (5V/2.1A), multi-device pairing, Auracast multi-speaker support | Bluetooth 5.1, USB Type-A, 3.5mm AUX |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | 1 x 6.3mm Wired Mic Input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Pair with another Onyx Studio 9 via Auracast for a wider, stereo soundstage. | Link two Encore Essential speakers together wirelessly using True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology for a massive, true stereo soundstage. |
| App Support | — | JBL PartyBox App (Custom EQ & Lights) |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Charging Time | 4 hours | 3.5 Hours |
| Battery Life | — | Up to 6 Hours |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | 90% recycled aluminum handle, recycled polyester fabric grille, IPX4 splash resistance | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | IPX4 (Splashproof) |
Features
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant |
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | Built-in RGB ring lights and strobes flash perfectly in time with your music, setting the ultimate party vibe automatically. |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product | — |
| Home Cinema Features | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker | N/A — not a home-cinema speaker |
| Special Features | Self-tuning, Constant Sound Field technology, Harman Kardon One app, speakerphone, 7-band EQ | — |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Onyx Studio 9 | PartyBox Encore Essential |
| Subwoofer | N/A — no subwoofer supplied | N/A — no subwoofer supplied |
| Remote Control | N/A — no remote control supplied | N/A — no remote control supplied |
| Power Cable | USB charging cable | USB charging cable |
| Audio / HDMI Cable | N/A | N/A |
| Mounting Accessories | N/A — portable design | N/A — portable design |
| Other Accessories | N/A | N/A |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
Design
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 289.2 x 287.5 x 130 mm | 27.6 x 32.7 x 29.3 cm |
| Weight | 3.36kg | 5.9 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | JBL PartyBox Encore Essential |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 4722mAh Li-ion, 3.63V, up to 8 hours playtime | 4800mAh |