Harman Kardon Onyx Studio 9

Harman Kardon is a premium American audio brand with a legacy dating back to 1953, founded by Sidney Harman and Bernard Kardon. The brand became a pioneer in high-fidelity audio, introducing the first-ever integrated receiver. Throughout its history, it has been synonymous with luxury design and superior sound engineering, often featured in high-end automotive systems.

In 2017, the brand's parent company, Harman International Industries, was acquired by the South Korean conglomerate Samsung Electronics. While the brand maintains its American heritage and engineering roots in Northridge, California, the manufacturing of consumer products like the Onyx Studio series is largely centralized in China to leverage global supply chains. Today, Harman Kardon operates as a key subsidiary under Samsung's Harman division, focusing on lifestyle audio and connected car technologies.