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Set bestaat uit 4 boxen met standaard en een 5e box voor bij de tv. Een lossen grote bas box, versterker en een blu-ray speler. Een harmony kast voor bediening via de app. Losse afstandbediening. Etc.
This is a buyer's market for unspecified Harman Kardon sets: at €250, the listing sits well above the €153 median and close to the €287 upper quartile in 625 comparable asking prices. That makes it fair only if the set is a substantial, desirable combination; without the exact models, €250 is hard to benchmark confidently and is not an obvious bargain.
The appeal is that Harman Kardon separates and complete systems can offer engaging sound, strong build, and useful matching components, especially when the original remote, interconnects, and manuals are included. Before committing, identify every component and check whether it powers up, all inputs and channels work, displays are healthy, and speakers or the subwoofer have no rubbing or distortion. With that information and genuinely clean condition, €250 may be reasonable; otherwise, negotiate toward the median rather than paying near the top of the market.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Harman Kardon traces its origins to 1953, when Dr. Sidney Harman and Bernard Kardon, both engineers frustrated with conservative audio manufacturing at the David Bogen Company, invested $5,000 each to launch their venture in Westbury, New York. Their debut product, the Festival D1000, became the world's first compact AM/FM hi-fi receiver, blending breakthrough technology with sleek design to make high-fidelity sound accessible beyond technical enthusiasts. Pioneering innovations like the 1958 Festival TA230 stereo receiver, the 1959 Citation II ultra-wide bandwidth tube amplifier, and the 1970 CAD5 hi-fi cassette recorder with Dolby noise reduction cemented their legacy in simplifying premium audio for the home.
The brand focuses on integrated receivers, amplifiers, tuners, and speakers that emphasize performance, reliability, and elegant industrial design. Over decades, it expanded into home theater systems and automotive audio, powering systems in vehicles from Land Rover and BMW to Volvo and Polestar. While not delving into turntables, DACs, headphones, or cables, Harman Kardon prioritizes cohesive hi-fi components that deliver warm, detailed sound without unnecessary complexity.
Harman Kardon holds a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, renowned among knowledgeable buyers for its enduring quality and value rather than ultra-high-end exotica or vintage collector status. Now part of Harman International, it appeals to discerning listeners seeking dependable, stylish gear that echoes its innovative heritage without commanding boutique premiums.
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