Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 vs Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker
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| Feature |  Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 |  Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | KSh 27,500.00 | KSh 30,500.00 |
| Battery | 4722mAh Li-ion, 3.63V, up to 8 hours playtime | — |
| Weight | 3.36kg | 0.43 kg |
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General
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Harman Kardon | Sonos |
| Model | Onyx Studio 9 | Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
| Type | Portable Bluetooth Speaker | Portable Bluetooth Speaker |
| Color | Black, Gray | — |
Design
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 289.2 x 287.5 x 130 mm | 16.8 cm x 6.2 cm x 6.0 cm |
| Weight | 3.36kg | 0.43 kg |
Battery & Charging
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 4722mAh Li-ion, 3.63V, up to 8 hours playtime | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Version 5.3, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wi-Fi | N/A — Bluetooth-only portable speaker | Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) & Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Wired Inputs | USB-C (5V | — |
| HDMI | N/A — portable speaker design | N/A — portable speaker design |
| USB | USB-C (5V/2.1A), multi-device pairing, Auracast multi-speaker support | — |
| Microphone / Guitar Inputs | N/A — no microphone or guitar input | N/A — no microphone or guitar input |
| Multi-Speaker / Stereo Pairing | Pair with another Onyx Studio 9 via Auracast for a wider, stereo soundstage. | — |
Features
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Voice Assistant | N/A — no built-in voice assistant | — |
| Lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow | N/A — no party lightshow |
| Party Features | N/A — not a party-speaker product | 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 | — |
Audio
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Drivers | 1 x 120mm woofer, 3 x 20mm tweeters | One tweeter, one midwoofer |
| Frequency Response | 50Hz – 20kHz (-6dB) | — |
| Total Power Output | 50W RMS | — |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | > 80dB | — |
| Amplifier | — | Two Class-H digital amplifiers |
| Sound Modes / EQ | — | Adjustable EQ via Sonos App |
| Audio Features | — | Microphone system: None (Microphone-free design) |
Power & Battery
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Power Source | Rechargeable battery / USB charging | Rechargeable battery / USB charging |
| Charging Time | 4 hours | — |
| Battery Life | — | Up to 10 hours continuous playback |
| Charging Port | — | USB-C (Optional wireless charging support) |
Design & Controls
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | 90% recycled aluminum handle, recycled polyester fabric grille, IPX4 splash resistance | — |
| Placement / Mounting | Free-standing portable placement | Free-standing portable placement |
| Controls | — | Tactile physical top buttons |
| Water & Dust Resistance | — | IP67 Waterproof & Dustproof |
What's in the Box
| Specification | Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9 | Sonos Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| Speaker / Soundbar | Onyx Studio 9 | Roam SL Bluetooth Speaker |
| 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 | Roam SL, USB-C to USB-A cable |
| Documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation | Quick Start Guide and safety documentation |
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