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Zustand
Gebraucht – wie neu
2.1-Kanal-Heimkinoanlage bestehend aus: 3D Blu-ray-Player/AV-Receiver

Leistung (20 Hz - 20 kHz, Klirrfaktor 14 dBf
Signal-Rauschabstand (mono/stereo): 60 dB / 55 dB

Allgemein

Stromversorgung: 110 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Stromaufnahme:
Betrieb: 110 Watt
Standby:

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

Harman Kardon’s BDS line was a premium compact home-cinema system, and the subwoofer is part of that tidy, easy-to-place setup. At €89, this listing sits well below the €148 25th percentile and far under the €205 median for recent comparable EUR listings, so it reads as a strong bargain rather than a merely fair price.

What makes it worthwhile is the usual BDS appeal: compact size, straightforward integration with the matching receiver, and a well-liked, polished house sound for modest rooms. For a buyer, the upside is getting a branded replacement or spare sub at a low entry point; just confirm it powers up cleanly, the driver is intact, and it matches your system’s connector/impedance needs. At this price, a clean, working unit is very easy to justify.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About Harman Kardon

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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