New Premium Model Harman Kardon "Aura Studio 5 Wi-Fi" Released, Enabling a High-Quality Spatial Experience with Built-in Wi-Fi Functionality

Harman International Japan Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Takuma Kuwahara) will release the "Aura Studio 5 Wi-Fi," an omnidirectional wireless home speaker with built-in Wi-Fi functionality, on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from the audio brand "Harman Kardon," which is loved by music fans around the world for its fusion of superior acoustic technology and sophisticated design.

Harman Kardon is a premium audio brand that provides an exquisite sound experience through 50 years of accumulated acoustic technology, while achieving a simple aesthetic beauty that eliminates waste through carefully selected materials. The brand has earned world-class recognition for its consistent high design quality, including the "SoundSticks" series, which is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. This model is a premium version that enables higher-quality sound and a superior spatial experience by adding Wi-Fi wireless functionality to the "Aura Studio 5," part of the popular "Aura Studio" series that inherits the brand's characteristic and iconic dome shape.

The base model, "Aura Studio 5," employs proprietary "Constant Sound Field" technology to spread sound throughout the room, allowing users to enjoy high-quality audio from anywhere. Additionally, it features a newly equipped dedicated tweeter for the center channel, which enhances clarity and sound dispersion, achieving excellent sound performance. Furthermore, by incorporating Wi-Fi functionality, this model now supports high-resolution streaming, enabling even higher-quality music playback.

In addition, the "Nebula" pattern, exclusive to this model, has been added to the lighting themes that are already well-received in the market. With seven lighting themes, users can create a comfortable atmosphere to match their room or mood. The speaker is also compatible with the "Harman Kardon ONE" app, allowing for easy control of detailed settings such as brightness and lighting patterns. Ambient sounds that match the themes can also be played.

Product Highlights: ● Built-in Wi-Fi functionality enables high-resolution streaming playback for higher-quality music enjoyment. ● Expansive sound through proprietary "Constant Sound Field" technology. ● 360-degree sound design with a newly equipped center channel tweeter for enhanced sound clarity. ● Addition of the "Nebula" pattern, inspired by nebulae and exclusive to this model, to the existing six lighting patterns. ● Abundant ambient sounds that can be freely customized and played via the app. ● Ability to link with Auracast™-compatible Harman Kardon products and JBL speakers to play music on multiple devices simultaneously. ● Easy control of audio and lighting settings via the "Harman Kardon ONE" app.

Design Award: This model has received the "iF DESIGN AWARD 2026." The "iF DESIGN AWARD" is one of the most internationally prestigious design awards, established in 1954 by the iF International Forum Design, the world's oldest independent design organization based in Germany. Every year, approximately 10,000 entries are received from 68 countries around the world, and a jury consisting of 129 international experts in the fields of design and sustainability evaluates all projects through a rigorous and transparent process. Winning this award is globally recognized as proof of outstanding design.

Main Specifications: Product Name: Harman Kardon Aura Studio 5 Wi-Fi Type: Wi-Fi Speaker System Color: Black Bluetooth: Version 6.0 Supported Profiles: A2DP 1.32, AVRCP 1.5.1 Network Functions: AirPlay 2, Google Cast, Google Home, Spotify Connect, Qobuz Connect, Roon ready Frequency Response (-6dB): 45Hz – 20kHz Drivers: 25mm tweeter x 1, 40mm mid-high range driver x 6, 143mm subwoofer x 1 Total Output: 160W (Tweeter 20W, Mid-high range driver 20W x 2, Subwoofer 100W) Inputs: 3.5mm AUX x 1, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Dimensions (H x W x D): 307 x 234 x 234 (mm) Weight: Approx. 4.2 kg Included Accessories: Power cable (2.0m) Release Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 Standard Price: Open price (Harman Kardon online store price: 55,000 yen including tax) *Specifications and prices are subject to change.