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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 vs Marshall Kilburn III

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Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

  • Bluetooth 5.4 connection.
  • Touch controls for everyday use.
  • 190 W rated output.
  • Harman Kardon One.
  • Weighs 800 g.
KSh 49,000In Stock
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Marshall Kilburn III

Marshall Kilburn III

  • 2,800 g.
  • IP54 rating.
  • Rechargeable, replaceable Li-ion battery.
  • 30 W wired charging.
  • 50 W total amplification.
KSh 49,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 if you want a lighter build (800 g) and an adjustable multicolour lightshow. Choose the Marshall Kilburn III if you prefer free-standing portable placement and Portable Bluetooth Speaker.

Portability

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
800 g
Marshall Kilburn III
2.8 kg

Output power

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
190 W rated output
Marshall Kilburn III
50 W total amplification

Connections

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Bluetooth 5.4
Marshall Kilburn III
Bluetooth 5.3

Controls

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Touch controls on right satellite base
Marshall Kilburn III
Bass

Audio

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5
Three-way stereo design
Marshall Kilburn III
True Stereophonic 360° sound

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5

  • Lighter: 800 g (vs 2.8 kg).
  • Adjustable multicolour lightshow.
  • Newer Bluetooth 5.4 (vs 5.3).

Marshall Kilburn III

No clear advantage over the Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

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PriorityHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
Portability800 g2,800 g
Output power190 W rated output50 W total amplification
ConnectionsBluetooth 5.4Bluetooth 5.3
ControlsTouch controls on right satellite baseBass
Weight800 g2.8 kg
SoftwareHarman Kardon OneWorks with the Marshall Bluetooth app

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
BrandHarman KardonMarshall
ModelSoundSticks 5Kilburn III
TypeDesktop SpeakerPortable Bluetooth Speaker
Color—Black and Brass, Cream, Brown, Pitch Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
DimensionsEach satellite 95.5 x 281.1 x 95.5 mm; subwoofer 237.5 x 283.4 x 237.5 mm273 x 169 x 150 mm (W x H x D)
WeightEach satellite 0.8 kg; subwoofer 3.7 kg2.8 kg

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
BatteryN/A; AC-poweredRechargeable, replaceable Li-ion battery

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
Bluetooth5.4Bluetooth 5.3; Auracast
Bluetooth Profiles / CodecsA2DP 1.4; AVRCP 1.6.2SBC; LC3; MPEG-2 AAC
Wired InputsHDMI ARC3.5 mm AUX input
HDMIOne HDMI ARC; HDCP 1.4Portable speaker design
USBUSB-C service port, 5 V / 0.5 AUSB-C charging and power-bank port
Multi-Speaker / Stereo PairingAuracast multi-speaker connectionAuracast
App SupportHarman Kardon OneMarshall Bluetooth app
Bluetooth Range—10 m (32.8 ft)
Wi-Fi—Bluetooth-only portable speaker
Microphone / Guitar Inputs—No built-in microphone

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
LightshowAdjustable multicolour lightshowNo party lightshow
Party FeaturesAuracast multi-speaker playbackNot a party-speaker product
Home Cinema FeaturesHDMI ARC TV connection; Dolby audioNot a home-cinema speaker
Special FeaturesApp-controlled EQ and lightshow; firmware updatesTrue Stereophonic; Bluetooth Auracast; charging bank; replaceable battery; Marshall Bluetooth app
Voice Assistant—No built-in voice assistant

Audio

Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
Speaker ConfigurationTwo satellite speakers and down-firing subwooferActive stereo loudspeaker with bass-reflex system; True Stereophonic 360° sound
DriversSix 40 mm midrange drivers; two 25 mm tweeters; one 5.25-inch subwoofer1 x 4-inch woofer; 2 x 2-inch full-range speakers
Frequency Response40 Hz–20 kHz (-6 dB)45 Hz-20 kHz
Total Power Output190 W RMS50 W total amplification (30 W woofer + 2 x 10 W full-range)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio80 dB A-weighted—
Audio Channels2.1Stereo
Sound Modes / EQHarman Kardon One app EQAdjustable bass and treble; Dynamic Loudness
Audio FeaturesThree-way stereo design; Dolby audio over HDMI ARCTrue Stereophonic 360° sound; active stereo loudspeaker; bass-reflex system; charging bank
Maximum SPL—91 dB SPL @ 1 m
Amplifier—1 x 30 W Class D woofer amplifier; 2 x 10 W Class D full-range amplifiers

Power & Battery

Power & Battery specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
Power Source100–240 V AC, 50/60 HzRechargeable battery / USB charging
Battery LifeNot applicable50+ hours
Charging Time—3 hours to full recharge with a 30 W USB-C PD charger
Fast Charging—20 minutes gives 8 hours of playtime with a 30 W USB-C PD charger
Charging Port—USB-C (9 V/3 A, 5 V/3 A)

Design & Controls

Design & Controls specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
ControlsTouch controls on right satellite base; app controlsBass; treble; volume; on/off; media jog; M-button; Bluetooth button
MaterialsTransparent dome; recycled plastic and recycled aluminum38% of the total product is recycled
Placement / MountingDesktop placementFree-standing portable placement
Water & Dust Resistance—IP54

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationHarman Kardon SoundSticks 5Marshall Kilburn III
Speaker / SoundbarTwo SoundSticks 5 satellite speakersKilburn III
SubwooferSoundSticks 5 subwooferNo subwoofer supplied
Power CableAC power cableUSB-C to USB-C charging cable
DocumentationQuick-start guide; safety instructions and warranty cardQuick Start Guide and safety documentation
Remote Control—No remote control supplied
Audio / HDMI Cable—Not applicable
Mounting Accessories—Portable design
Other Accessories——

Similarities

  • Both charge over USB-C.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose Harman Kardon SoundSticks 5 for a lighter build and an adjustable multicolour lightshow.

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