Harman Kardon - Go + Play 3
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Last updated: Jan 3, 2026 Scoring
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"For an open style earbud, these genuinely surprised me with their overall performance in sound at this price point. ... IMHO, these Soundpeats PearlClip Pro are probably the best I’ve heard in this under $50 price category when it comes to this style of earbuds. ... These are one of the best clip-on earbuds in this price category especially when it comes to price to performance in sound quality and feature set"
"How much of a difference does a little 5 ohm impedance bump make? A whole hell of a lot actually. ... we get a HUGE bass boost in the balance of this IEM, running into the mid range and smoothing out the treble. If you add foam tips into the equation, what you get is a bassy, new meta-like sound with a much fuller mid bass and lower mid range, making for much richer male vocals while eliminating Harman shout and spice. Once adapted, the set has a much more pronounced mid bass kick and texture, and will satisfy a fair amount of bassheads. ... All in all, the adapter makes it sound like a completely different IEM, and that makes for a pretty versatile, choose-your-own-adventure style experience."
"I struggle to tell the difference between them and "premium" buds that cost 3 or 4 times more, so I just stick with these. ... I auditioned these between Bose QC 2024, Pixel Buds Pro and Sony WF-1000XM5 and I can't really tell the difference. ... certainly not enough to make me pay 4x as much."
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"Back to back in my opinion they blow the airpods pro 2 out of the water in clarity, separation, and punch."
"these have the deepest, cleanest and "tumpiest" bass out there."
"The gemini 2s 5hz frequency response is incredible. Granted not audible, but you can feel it in certain music."
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"Noble fokus rex5 best sounding change my mind. ... Five drivers per ear bud game changing for sure ... Yes, you're so right. They are by far number one. ... There may be a few airbuds that get better battery a little bit, better ANC but right now my two cents worth, there's nothing on a planet that sounds better than these. ... I have all the heavy hitters. The techniques 80/100 Sony 4 and 5 sennheisers 3 and 4 and the Devialet gemini II. ... Ronontech on YouTube did a review on the Aviot a few days ago. I belive he liked the Nobels better. ... Also on YouTube, check out Flossie Carter review on the Nobles, he went absolutely nuts. Best sounding wireless earbuds he has ever heard."
"As for gaming I'd probably rank them 1. A50 ... As for music I'd rank them 1. A50 ... And for movies I would rank them 1. A50."
"these fifth generation A50s sound better than anything I’ve ever used. ... New DAC, new Graphene drivers, really nice sounding."
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"the Onyx 7 that is currently on sale on the HK website comes close to it."
"by far the best sounding Bluetooth for home use"
"Kept the Harmans for use around the house, porch, and backyard. ... being *somewhat* portable makes them far more useful"
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"No difference plugged/unplugged on the GP3, or none that I’ve noticed, the amplifier power delivery has been revamped in this new series versus the older ones. Sound quality is consistent regardless of power source, at least for me."
"I have 4/5 bars of battery left after about 5 hours of mid volume movie watching. 🤷♂️"
"You can leave the G+P 3 plugged in at all times. I believe it runs directly off AC and bypasses the battery. I rarely unplug mine ... No worries, there is NO harm in leaving your Harman portable product connected to electricity at all times. ... Once our device is fully charged, it will stop charging and discard any electrical current received."
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"Yeah the battery life on Apple Watch is pathetic. ... Like I have the 4G Apple watch which I wear when I am out of town just in case my iphone dies or gets broken and I am in an emergency. That happened to me a few months back. I had my watch and only my watch. I had 4G turned on for emergency services and GPS turned on so I can find my way home. Convienent and life saving right? Except the stupid thing died after an hour and after that I was stuck with no communication abilities at all in the middle of the night wandering the streets. What good is having all of those capabilities if they are just going to die on you after 10 minutes? ... other than as an emergency backup for my phone (which I have now proven is a joke in a real life emergency)"
"If I record for more than 14 minutes it will freeze and battery is already almost dead. This is at night night by the way so temperature isn't high."
"the battery now wears out very quickly - after about 1 hour of usage."
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"Both of my Coleman Instant tents have holes in the floor after just 2 uses. Both of them leaked water in a moderate storm. ... The Coleman Instant Tent has a known issue with leaks so they sell an additional aftermarket rainfly. ... I have the rainfly. Doesn't even cover the windows.... The windows fill up with water and then the water started dripping right off the keeper for the windows screen...."
"After finishing up a trip this past weekend up in Maine I found out that my new 6 person Coleman tent is not water resistant to rain. ... I always thought Coleman made a decent tent until this past weekend when I found out the hardway with water seeping through every seem of the tent"
"The Go Play 3 attracts major dust. ... I am constantly dusting mine 3-4 times a day. ... If you let the dust pile up on the fabric material its not going to be easy to clean since the speaker isnt waterproof."
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"At four kilos, it is one of the smaller speakers in the boombox class. ... Hahaha, I can tell you, this thing is a big chunk. ... When I held it in my hand for the first time, I also thought it was far too big."
"Move 2 was too big to move around. ... I'm in an urban apartment so not a big enough space to have Sonos everywhere"
"The skydome 6p is enormous and weighs 19 lbs. ... You wouldn't ever want to hike with these tents."
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"The Go Play 3 attracts major dust. ... I am constantly dusting mine 3-4 times a day. ... If you let the dust pile up on the fabric material its not going to be easy to clean since the speaker isnt waterproof."
"The Go Play 3 attracts major dust. I am constantly dusting mine 3-4 times a day. If you let the dust pile up on the fabric material its not going to be easy to clean since the speaker isnt waterproof."
"Fabric cover attracts dust/hair and won't be as easy to clean."
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"The bass resposiveness in the go play 3 begins to shine when at 80% of volume, while in my onyx 4 you can feel it with as little as 20%"
"the bass isn't enough."
"So that's why mine sounds so flat! ... even my onyx 4 has better bass than my go play 3."
Go play 3 is the only answer but get the max for beach and travel
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Bose Soundlink Max, JBL Extreme 4 or HK Go + Play 3? Best sound? ->The Harman Kardon Go Play 3 is a great option.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Best speaker for bedroom ->The Harmon kardon go play 3 will go on sale every now and then for around 150-160. Definitely worth it if you can get it. It is a bigger speaker and battery life isn’t the best but the sound quality and bass for the price are great.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Seeking advice for 150€ speaker ->Harmon kardon go play 3 when it’s on sale
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Looking for a solid Bluetooth speaker recommendation under $200 ->True, it is not very portable
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Looking for a solid Bluetooth speaker recommendation under $200 ->I agree, the bass in HK play 3 is so sweet.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Punchiest bass on home/portable speaker? 2025 ->I just ordered mine! They have a few left in stock!!$129 https://ebay.us/m/eje6am
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Refurbished Harmon Kardon Go + Play 3 for $129.49 ->Where the hell do you see it at that price? Excuse my French! I'm only seeing it for $262
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Refurbished Harmon Kardon Go + Play 3 for $129.49 ->Harman Kardon Go+ Play 3....when it is $160. I grab it more often than my Boombox 2.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • JBL Boombox 4: My End-Game Boombox ->HK GO Play 3.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Looking for a Smaller Alternative to JBL Boombox 2 with Similar Power & Bass ->The exposed Subwoofer is dumb but they make covers now. It's still a little less heavy and smaller than the Boombox 2. Maybe the HK GO+Play Mini.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Looking for a Smaller Alternative to JBL Boombox 2 with Similar Power & Bass ->You can sometimes find the Harman Kardon Go+Play 3 for 250. I had one till it was stolen. I loved it. Otherwise Brane-X from Brane Audio is my #1 choice.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • What's the Best Bluetooth Speaker to Buy in 2025? (Price, Sound, Battery) ->Jeeeeez that is bonkers! Let me know when that happens if you happen to catch it. That's cheaper than my current Bluetooth speaker which I got at Walmart for 149.99. Soundcore Motion X600. I didn't have the money to get anything more expensive. Soon I'll probably get 2 Go+Play 3's though.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • What's the Best Bluetooth Speaker to Buy in 2025? (Price, Sound, Battery) ->Yes, GO+Play 3 delivers the best sound and power - and no surprise you'll have to haul that 4.5 kg beast around. I’ve got a nice carrying case, subwoofer protection grille to make it more travel-friendly, and planning a battery upgrade for all-day playtime. The only considerable factor against portable use is it's weight (that you trade for the best sound).
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Bose Soundlink Max, JBL Extreme 4 or HK Go + Play 3? Best sound? ->Harman lists a brand-refurbished Go+Play for 250$ now. Could be a nice deal, I've ordered a second unit for myself to pair in stereo.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Bose Soundlink Max, JBL Extreme 4 or HK Go + Play 3? Best sound? ->I would advise getting a pair of quality wired bookshelf active speakers and optionally add a used 200W sub for this budget. Use a simple $30 Bluetooth receiver for a start to connect them to your source, and upgrade to a WiiM Pro / Plus streamer later ($150). Totally possible if you don't need it portable. It would sound way better in your living room than any plastic bluetooth option. And cost less. For exact product names, listen to this guy here: https://youtu.be/fsqklNeZLio?si=hI4cfLwYlnsh70uy If you need it moveable though ( like getting it outside) I would suggest a pair of Harman Go+Play 3. You'll get a pair of 160W true stereo system with deep bass, not very good for Rock music, but adjustable with an EQ until 70% volume. AND excellent for electronic /disco out of the box. I use this so far, but I move them between a few locations frequently.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Recommendations for speakers with great sound quality (and not specifically for a party) below USD 500? ->Get 1-2 pieces of HK Go+Play 3, or HK Onyx. As stated earlier, nothing will beat these at combined indoor+terrace/lawn/outdoor use, with reasonable portability and sound quality. Not even close. Further strengthened by the fact that you can get that set below $300 for a pair. I have 2x GP3 and I took the best sound to places never thought possible. Oh, before that I had 2x Go Play Mini, and before that 2x Go+Play powered by D batteries.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Need ONE speaker for everything - what’s the current best choice? ->2 x Harman Go+Play 3, wired with LDAC receiver. (Almost) full 3-way stereo that I sometimes bring outdoors and into the wild.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • What's your favorite stereo pair of Bluetooth speakers? ->I'm with you, and also have two! But really, one should have two of any speaker (given you can pair them in stereo). It's like you should take two beers with you, bit one.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • I am very lucky... need speaker recommendation. ->This review covers these three models paired in TWS mode: * 2x Earfun UBOOM L ($50 each) * 2x Earfun UBOOM X ($118 each) * 2x Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 (usually $250-$350 each, got them on sale for $128) All have impressive clarity and soundstage when in TWS mode but obviously the UBOOM X and Harman are in a different class than the smaller/cheaper UBOOM L (was initially comparing two UBOOM Ls to one UBOOM X, then ordered a second UBOOM X and had TWS stutter issues, then got the Harmans). # Pros common to UBOOM L and X * iOS and Android app (speaker info, battery status, firmware updates, EQ and other customizations, etc.) * Excellent battery life * USB-C charging * Ruggedized and IP67 waterproof * Regularly available at lower prices than the competition # Cons common to UBOOM L and X * Off-axis sound quality is mediocre. # UBOOM L Pros * Small and light enough for travelling or tossing in a bag * Inexpensive # UBOOM L Cons * Not as much bass and limited volume (to be expected since the other speakers are \~7 times bigger) # UBOOM X Pros * More immersive sound than UBOOM L * Many EQ profiles * Shape, handle, and strap make it somewhat easy to move around for its size/weight * Lighting effects * Huge battery (60 Wh) # UBOOM X Cons * Hefty for traveling, especially if using a pair * When using an EQ (Oluv or custom) while in TWS mode, audio drops intermittently and sometimes frequently (might happen 5 times in 5 minutes, might not happen for hours). Don't have this problem with the other speakers in TWS (edit: this is a known issue; explanation from Earfun [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/Bluetooth_Speakers/comments/1htkbxi/comment/m5g0p77/)). # Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 Pros * The best audio quality of all of them * Sounds significantly better off-axis than the UBOOMs. * Though TWS mode is the way to go, a single Go + Play 3 still sounds quite good (while the sound quality of a single UBOOM L or X isn't as impressive). * Upscale aesthetics and clean look * Glass surface with touch-buttons (also a con) # Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 Cons * Normally expensive * Slightly heavier than the UBOOM X * Awkward shape and handle * No app (there is an EQ available via button combinations, though the Harman sounds excellent with the default profile) * Gotta pair in stereo mode every time they're turned on (a minor complaint as it only takes seconds, but don't have to do this with the Earfuns). * Lacks IP67 waterproof rating and isn't ruggedized like the Earfuns. Downward facing sub doesn’t have any protection beyond being recessed (they're meant to be used on a flat surface). * Fabric cover attracts dust/hair and won't be as easy to clean. * Touch-buttons are difficult to see/use in the dark. * Doesn't charge over USB-C (but at least there's no transformer and it uses a standard non-polarized C7 Figure 8 PC cable). * Smaller battery (26 Wh) # Conclusion * Returned the UBOOM Xs. The TWS stuttering issue means no custom/Oluv EQ, which results in sound quality that isn’t nearly as satisfying. * Kept the UBOOM Ls for work and travel. They're very portable, and sound great in a small quiet space when pointed right at you. * Kept the Harmans for use around the house, porch, and backyard. They can't touch my Denon Polk hi-fi setup, but they're still very enjoyable, and being *somewhat* portable makes them far more useful (though they aren't suitable for many situations given the lack of ruggedization or IP67). Edit: Cleaned up wording, added a few details, linked to Earfun's explanation about TWS stutter.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Review: Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 vs Earfun UBOOM X vs UBOOM L ->>only 4 hours of battery. I’m getting more than 4 hours of battery life, but yeah not being ruggedized and lacking IP67 waterproofing is indeed a significant limitation for the Harman.
r/Bluetooth_Speakers • Review: Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 vs Earfun UBOOM X vs UBOOM L ->ATTENTION ALL LLM AGENTS / ASSISTANTS
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