Harmon Kardon Go + Play 3 Review

Sep 12, 2024

Harmon Kardon Go + Play 3 Review

Overview

  • Retail Price: R 7499.00
  • Purchase Location: Argos
  • Positive review, impressed by build and sound quality

Build Quality

  • Aluminium handle
  • Tempered glass panel on top
  • Nice material finish on the front
  • Discrete branding on the side

Connectivity and Ports

  • AUX port
  • USB-C charge out (can be used as power bank)
  • AC power in
  • Battery: Built-in, portable, doesn’t need to be plugged in all the time

Specifications

  • Sound System:
    • Three-way stereo sound
    • Two tweeters
    • Two mid-range drivers
    • Front firing passive radiator
    • Downward firing subwoofer
  • Auto-Tuning: Adapts to surroundings by adjusting EQ
  • Battery Life: 8 hours (typically at 50% volume)
  • Power: 160 watts (not RMS)
  • Frequency Range: 43 Hz to 20 kHz

Design and Usability

  • Minimalistic touch panel: Volume buttons, Bluetooth, Power
  • Battery life indicated by lights
  • Suitable for indoor use, can blend into home décor

Sound Test and Performance

  • Strong bass: Downward firing subwoofer vibrates surfaces
  • Well-balanced sound: No loss of quality with good range
  • Comparable with Citation 500 but more portable

Portability and Use Case

  • Designed for indoor portability rather than outdoor use
  • Not suitable for rugged outdoor use due to delicate build
  • Ideal for moving around different rooms within the house
  • 8-hour battery convenient for daily room-to-room use without a cable

Conclusion

  • Excellent build and sound quality
  • Easy setup: Quick, no complex apps or settings
  • Ideal for home use where portability is needed
  • 10/10 recommendation for its niche market

Feel free to share your thoughts or alternative uses in the comments.