- When Bang & Olufsen unveils a brand new product it does not do issues by half.
On the face of it, the Beosound Theatre is a soundbar. It's designed to accompany a TV and supply a multi-channel ystem from the one unit.
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Nonetheless, it's also a lot extra moreover. We obtained to demo one on the eve of the IFA shopper commerce present in Berlin and discovered why.
Bang & Olufsen has a fantastic heritage in audio and the Beosound Theatre appears to be like set to proceed its run. The 12 speaker drivers present as large a soundstage as you might be more likely to get from a single unit system, whereas bass is sweet sufficient that you just will not miss a devoted subwoofer.
In fact, we might want a correct pay attention for an extended interval, however every part we have heard up to now is very spectacular.
The modular nature of the bar is properly thought out and applied too - particularly the best way it could actually accomodate completely different sizes of TV in tabletop or flooring stading modes.
It's going to all come down to cost on the finish of the day - how a lot you are keen to pay for premium efficiency - however the product definitely has the potential to fulfill expectations.
Bang & Olufsen Beosound Theatre
- Nice bass ranges from inside woofers
- Room-filling sound
- Very large soundstage
- Stunning design
- Worth goes to be a defining issue for a lot of
Beosoundbar
Bang & Olufsen has created one thing completely different with the Beosound Theatre. It comprises 12 speaker drivers, with a mighty central unit, two woofers, and others firing in several instructions - together with upwards for Dolby Atmos functions.
Nonetheless, the very first thing you discover is the design. You'll be able to go for a cloth lined model that appears extra typical, however the place's the enjoyable in that?
The picket slats on that possibility give the bar a distinctly 70s really feel - and we heartily approve. It's retro in look, but fashionable in implementation.
There are three completely different mounting modes - wall, desk and devoted stand - with every capable of be matched with nearly any TV, not simply these made by B&O. Certainly, you may even swap sure design components to match the width of a 55-, 65- or 70-inch set, to ensure it's much more suited.
The customisation does not cease there neither, as Bang & Olufsen instructed us that the Theatre has been constructed to be modular and upgradeable all through. If new connections come round within the subsequent few years, say, that a part of the rear might be swapped with an up to date unit. It is intelligent and, whenever you make such an funding, good to listen to.
Audio thrills
Additionally good to listen to is the general efficiency. The Beosound Theatre is a wonderful piece of package.
We solely obtained a quick audio demo, with some music and a few film sequences to offer us impressions of its prowess in several circumstances.
Bass ranges had been notably good - with a room filling sound from simply the one system. And, the centre channel ensures that voice is obvious and exact regardless of the grunt coming from different instructions.
We actually want extra time with the speaker to offer a extra rounded verdict, however indicators are nice up to now.
We'll carry you extra after we can.
In all, Bang & Olufsen has created a fascinating product - an area saver that additionally supplies room filling sound with little effort. It additionally appears to be like nice, in fact.
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