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Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700, 210W Wi-Fi Soundbar

In addition to contributing all his knowledge in the field of audio for other external companies, Harman Kardon logically it has its own catalog of devices that are worth taking into account. The sound bars they are not left out of their field of interest and one of their most recent releases is called Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700.

Harman Kardon Ambient 700 is a “Premium” mid-range soundbar that aims to make user use as easy as possible with a completely cable-free system. Its 210W power should be sufficient for the needs of the average user, while its Wi-Fi connectivity with support for Google Assistant and Chromecast allow instant access to thousands of online content.

Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700 Features

Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700
Weight and measurements
Size (W x H x D in mm) 790 x 65 x 130 mm
Net weight / kg) 3.7 kg
Colors Black, gray
Audio system
Output power 210W RMS
Woofers 5 x 50mm woofer
Tweeters 2 x 25mm tweeter
Advanced audio technology MultiBeam
Connectors
Connections 1 x HDMI, 1 x optical digital audio, 1 x 10/100 Mbp Ethernet
Wireless connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz), Bluetooth 4.3
Compatibility AirPlay 2 on Apple devices
Energy consumption
Power requirements AC 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz
Content Sound bar, power cord, quick start guide, legal and warranty information
Official site Harman Kardon

Combining design and audio quality

Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700 has physical inlets on its rear

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Harman Kardon Citation 700 combines home audio innovation with sophisticated design, because on its external surface you can see premium quality mixed wool materials, manufactured by Kvadrat, which helps to repel the accumulation of dust so that it is not necessary to clean it every so often and it is also fire retardant.

With a total weight of 3.7 kilograms and official dimensions of 790 x 65 x 130 mm, this soundbar aims for use with televisions from 49 inches onwards and can clearly be placed in front of the screen without obstructing the overview. It is sold in both light gray and black so that it fits properly into the surrounding decor.

If what matters is its sound capacity, the manufacturer has succeeded in developing a proprietary surround sound technology that fills the room without the need for additional speakers or cables, ideal for feeling part of a concert of music, movies, television series and favorite games. The maximum power reaches 210W.

Lastly, the device can also function as a center channel to create the ultimate home theater setup comprised of multiple sound devices. In case you worry about compatibility with televisions and monitors, in addition to Its wireless connectivity has added both an optical audio input and an HDMI port in the 2.0 standard that makes it compatible with the most recent UHD models.

Multimedia benefits powered by Google

Harman Kardon Ambient 700

Harman Kardon Ambient 700 looks good in any room

In addition to being able to synchronize with other external devices and send sound from the phone or computer in a close range of distance using the classic Bluetooth 4.2 standard, The clear advantage of this model over most competitive options is found in the presence of Wi-Fi 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac (2.4GHz / 5GHz) connectivity.

Thanks to Chromecast built into the Harman Kardon Ambient 700 you get a truly autonomous experience where your computer can play a host of music streaming services, online radio, and podcasts on its own. There are more than 300 options to choose from which logically include Spotify, TuneIn Radio, Deezer, Apple Music, and so on.

The built-in microphone takes care of offering the Another popular and really useful function for users is access to the virtual assistant Google Assistant. Either to carry out actions from a distance without having to resort to the remote control such as searching for online content or receiving information, the user experience is similar to that of the most recent Smart TVs.

Finally, Apple phone and tablet owners can use AirPlay technology to wirelessly share your audio content and play music lists with ease.

Comparison with Sonos Arc

Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700

Harman Kardon Citation Ambient 700 is for sale in two colors

Either because of its general aesthetics or several of its technical specifications, it is likely that the protagonist of this analysis will be found as an ideal alternative for the already analyzed Sonos Arc. And is that both take advantage of their Wi-Fi connectivity and official Google support to use their virtual assistant (in its favor it is also compatible with Amazon Alexa).

Thus, the main difference that the buyer must take into account before making a decision is that Sonos Arc does not have Bluetooth connectivity inside, while its HDMI input does not reach the recent 2.0 standardIn other words, it will not be compatible with the passage of video content in UHD resolution (3840 x 2160 pixels).

Harman Kardon Citation 700 Availability and Pricing

PROS:
  • Design with good manufacturing materials
  • Powerful sound with surround effects
  • Chromecast and Google Assistant built-in
  • Bluetooth, AirPlay and Wi-Fi connections
CONS:
  • Does not support Dolby audio technology
  • Does not include support for Amazon Alexa

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