Bang & Olufsen launches its first NFT drop: The DNA Collection

Bang & Olufsen is releasing an exclusive NFT collection: ‘The DNA Collection’ as the company takes its first step into the Metaverse.

To make the leap from the physical world into the digital, Bang & Olufsen has reimagined how its products can look, feel, and work by collaborating with pioneering Web3 artists, including Hackatao, Thomas Lin, and Shavonne Wong to fuse art and music into a first-of-its-kind collection.

The DNA Collection of 1925 digital collectibles is built around three of Bang & Olufsen’s iconic products - the Beogram 4000 turntable, the Beoplay A9, and the Beolab 90 speakers. It also features a brand-new digital product design, The Beoverse Alpha, a conceptual boombox that has been designed for use in the Metaverse.

Apart from the digital collectible, holders of the DNA NFT will receive a 3D model of their NFT to be used in the Metaverse, token-gated access to exclusive Bang & Olufsen products and experiences. Members of the community will also have the option to exclusively purchase a physical, limited-edition Beoplay A9 speaker with artwork from the collaborating artists.

“We’re excited about meeting design and music lovers in the Metaverse and supporting the amazing creator culture that has emerged in Web3”, says Christoffer Poulsen, Bang & Olufsen’s SVP and Head of Business Development & Brand Collaboration. “We’re new to Web3, but time and time again, we’ve built products in the physical world that no one else dared imagine, many of which have gone on to become design classics and collector’s items. Now we’re building our first NFT collection on that very same foundation that made us one of a kind in the first place”.

The DNA collection contains 1925 NFTs – a nod to the year 1925 when Bang & Olufsen was founded. Each NFT is made from a unique combination of materials, art, and music, honoring the founders’ legacy of going against the grain and innovating, and pays homage to the vibrant creative culture in Web3.

The DNA Collection NFTs will be randomly generated based on a pre-defined distribution of products and product traits. After this process, each NFT holder will receive an Art Vial and Music Vial containing an artwork and music track that will be revealed upon merging the Vials with the DNA Collection NFT on Bang & Olufsen’s minting site: www.dna.nft.bang-olufsen.com.

After the two Vials have been merged, NFT owners will receive a metaverse-ready 3D version of their NFT.

Availability
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The DNA Collection will be available for purchase on 17th November at Bang & Olufsen’s minting site www.dna.nft.bang-olufsen.com using an Ethereum-compatible cryptocurrency wallet such as MetaMask and Coinbase.

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Bang & Olufsen Beolab 90

Bang & Olufsen specializes in the production of expensive devices of the "luxury" class (luxury). Indeed, its products have an original design and can perfectly complement the interior of a millionaire's apartment. Bang & Olufsen has reaffirmed its reputation as a designer of impressive products with the launch of the BeoLab 90 speakers. Just look at them.

In addition to the unusual appearance, the novelties also have impressive technical characteristics. Each speaker includes 18 speakers (seven tweeters, seven midranges and four basses) and, respectively, 14 ICEpower amplifiers (for tweeters and midrange speakers) and four class D amplifiers (for woofers). The combined power of all these components reaches 8.2 kW per channel.

Using Beam Width Control technology, you can direct the main sound stream to one of the points in the room or distribute the sound evenly over the entire area of ​​the room. The user can control this from a smartphone.

The price of new products is no less impressive than their design. For one such column, the manufacturer asks for $39,000. Deliveries will start in November.

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Bang & Olufsen launches Beosound Balance in Natural Aluminium

Bang & Olufsen today presents Beosound Balance in a new Natural Aluminium colorway, crafted with a luxurious and modern finish with a Scandinavian aesthetic.

Beosound Balance is inspired by interior objects to redefine home audio in a way that only Bang & Olufsen can: a soft, rounded silhouette using interior-first materials, an innovative user interface that hides when not in use, colorway, and seven carefully placed speaker drivers with beam-forming technology that lets the user choose between powerful and room-filling sound for everyday listening and sound directivity for precise and immersive music experiences.

Blending in as an interior object, Beosound Balance has a hidden touch interface to manually control the speaker. When approaching the speaker, the interface lights up and invites the user to interact with the speaker. Swipe around the top plate to control volume or touch on the icons to change tracks, pause the music and select a pre-saved favorite listening experience for easy access. When walking away from the speaker, the interface dims leaving nothing but the aluminum surface visible.

Beosound Balance is the manifestation of the perfect balance between elegant and approachable beauty and unspoiled, pure audio performance.

Pricing & availability 

Beosound Balance (RRP 2799 EUR / 2449 GBP / 20790 DKK) is available in Bang & Olufsen stores and online from 22 September.

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Raising the bar: Bang & Olufsen introduces Beosound Theatre

Raising the bar: Bang & Olufsen

introduces Beosound Theatre

Crafted with the ambition to be the world’s most powerful and immersive soundbar, Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen today announced Beosound Theatre: an innovative and meticulously crafted high-end soundbar that delivers the power of a multi-product home cinema, all in one singular product.

“Beosound Theatre completely redefines cinematic sound in the home. With its powerful sound, advanced technology platform, and modular design, we bring the immersion of a multi-speaker setup into one soundbar that slots seamlessly with any screen”, said Kristian Teär CEO of Bang & Olufsen, and continued:  

“With Beosound Theatre we unleash the full potential of the high-quality streaming services now available to customers and bring the magic of the cinematic experience into the home. At the same time, it is built to last for decades due to its modular design, which allows you to update, rather than replace, this beautiful soundbar”. 

An entire cinema in one beautiful soundbar

To create a powerful and immersive cinematic experience, Beosound Theatre comes with 12 speaker drivers, including two custom-made long stroke 6.5” woofers and 800 watts of amplification power, providing up to 112dB sound pressure level. Speech clarity is managed by the custom-made center channel, where the tweeter is mounted directly in front of the midrange. The alignment of these drivers ensures a better sound distribution elevating the quality audio experience for everyone in the room, while directivity has been designed to optimize speech quality.

Building on the Beam Width and Beam Direction Control developed for Bang & Olufsen’s flagship Beolab 90 speakers, Beosound Theatre introduces a new three-dimensional sound directivity due to the patent-pending combination of the direct, side- and up-firing speakers. This means that all loudspeaker drivers are working together not only to produce sound but to control its beam width and direction.

“We originally developed the Beam Width and Beam Directivity Control for Beolab 90 to reduce the effect of sidewall reflections at the listening position. Basically, to make the walls disappear. In Beosound Theatre, we are using the technology to direct sound away from the listener, which increases the perception of spaciousness and gives a much more immersive experience”, said Senior Technology Specialist Jakob Derby.

Bang & Olufsen Beosound Theater soundbar is designed to integrate with other brands of TVs

The IFA 2022 Electronics Show officially kicked off today in Berlin, and Bang & Olufsen stood out among the iconic presentations, presenting the high-quality Beosound Theater soundbar. This solution can be attributed to a full-fledged premium, which is more expensive and more functional than 2022 soundbars from LG and Samsung, as well as kits like Loewe Klang bar5 Mr and sub5.

The modular, expandable Beosound Theater system is "designed to be the world's most powerful and immersive soundbar" and includes 12 speakers (including up- and side-firing for immersive Dolby Atmos sound and two 6.5" woofers) - total power 800 W and maximum sound pressure level up to 112 dB. A dedicated bass management system uses all the speakers in the system as a kind of unity (rather than traditionally directing the bass to a subwoofer). Subsequently, you can expand the installation to the maximum Atmos by adding up to 16 external speakers (of which up to 8 are wireless using WiSA technology). Roomsense's new tuning technology uses a calibration microphone (included) to make sure the speakers optimize the sound for your space.7.1.4 TCL X937U soundbar ).

"With Beosound Theater, we're unlocking the full potential of the high-quality streaming services now available to customers and bringing the magic of the cinematic experience into the home. Designed to last for decades with its modular design, allowing you to upgrade, not replace, this beautiful soundbar," said Christian There, CEO of B&O. In essence, this solution is an investment in durable products and is designed to last longer than many TVs.

The kit includes a wall mount and table stand, meaning this soundbar can be easily combined with TVs and combined into one object. The solution is optimized at the factory for some LG 55", 65" and 77" models (C2 / G2 / Z2 series), but can be combined with all TVs. For this modularity, the interface arm is motorized and the Smart TV connection boxes are placed in a special compartment. The soundbar cover is replaceable and the aluminum wings can be extended to fit larger TV screens.

The Danes at Bang & Olufsen have always been famous for their design. The Beosound Theater has been designed to work with speakers such as Beolab 18, Beolab 28, and BeoLab 50 - all thanks to the oak lamella version in a sailboat (B&O term) form factor. There is also a fabric case. In addition, the novelty connects to B&O speakers released in 1986 (for example, the iconic Beolab 6000 and Beolab 8000 speakers).

There are three HDMI inputs and one eARC output, and the panel can also play 4K at 120Hz and 8K at 60Hz. The Beosound Theater is equipped with Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Bluetooth 5.1, and Ethernet (4x1 gigabit switch), as well as a USB-C port. Streaming on board includes Apple AirPlay 2, DLNA, built-in Chromecast, Spotify Connect, and Deezer. There is Google Assistant compatibility, but you will need an external smart speaker.

Price of Bang & Olufsen Beosound Theater Soundbar in US $7.990

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Theater Soundbar will be available in most of Europe starting October 1st and will be available in a range of finishes. The fabric version will be priced at 6,490 euros, while the wooden version will be priced at 7,490 euros.

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Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay S3[Specs and Dimensions]

Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay S3 

     

B&O Beoplay S3 Description:

Today, perhaps, there is not a single person who has not heard of the existence of Bang & Olufsen, known as a manufacturer of high-quality Hi-Fi class acoustic systems.

The release of each new product of the company is accompanied by close attention not only from music lovers and audiophiles, but also from international media. The release of the BeoPlay S3 portable speaker system, which is already available in our online store Rhythmix Ukraine, was no exception. In the meantime, we bring to your attention a review of Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay S3 , during which we will try to acquaint you with all the features and advantages of the speaker system.

Equipment:

 The BeoPlay S3 package, like most of the company's products, is presented exclusively with the most necessary: ​​the speaker itself, the power cable and a set of documentation in several languages. All this is packaged in a compact square box that you don't want to throw away even after a while. 

Design and controls:

 The speaker is designed by Jakob Wagner, who has been collaborating with Bang & Olufsen for quite some time. The speaker has a futuristic yet minimalistic design that we think will easily fit into any interior design.

The body of the speaker is made of high-quality plastic, and its front side is additionally covered with fabric - this solution looks stylish and unusual. Separately, we note that the column is offered in several colors, among which the black acoustics look the most practical.

Three mechanical buttons located at the top of the wireless speaker are responsible for controlling the device. With their help, you can turn on / off the speaker, as well as adjust the playback volume. There is also the possibility of control through a special application of the same name, which is available for both Android and iOS. 

Installation and connection options:

Depending on the preferences and needs of the user, BeoPlay S3 can be either placed on a table or shelf, or hung on the wall, for which there are special mounts on the back of the device. Whichever option is chosen, the speaker will occupy a minimum of space, which is guaranteed by compact dimensions: 179 x 163 x 150 mm.

Connecting the speaker to a sound source can be done both through a 3.5 mm jack, of which there are two in the device, and using the Bluetooth v 4.0 wireless protocol, which boasts support for the aptX codec (when used with Apple technology, its presence does not affect the quality in any way). sound). Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay S3 supports connection with several similar speakers: in wired mode, you can connect between 4 speakers, and in wireless mode, between just two.

To start synchronization, you need to start and hold the power button of the device for 5 seconds, after which the column will be assigned as the main one, then we perform a similar operation with the second column, which will automatically connect to the first one.

                 

 Sound:

Despite its compact dimensions, the speaker pleases with the presence of surround, transparent and rich sound, achieved through the use of a D-class amplifier (2 x 35 W), a 0.75 inch tweeter and a 4 inch woofer. The volume of the speaker is at a height, while minor distortions appear only when you start to twist the volume to its extreme maximum position.(click here to feel the experience)

Portable acoustics do an excellent job of playing genres such as hip-hop, techno and electronic music, however, the speaker does not back down when playing other musical genres. Of course, the sound quality is inferior to the company's more expensive Hi-Fi models, but in the class of compact portable acoustics, the device has practically no equal.

It may seem to someone that the Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay S3 acoustics , the review of which is presented on the site, looks prohibitive, but the company's products have never been aimed at the mass market. This is a speaker that not only has a stylish design and excellent sound quality, but also favorably emphasizes the refined taste and status of its owner. power

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Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 72-22 Limited Edition Music Processor

The B&O Beosystem 72-22 all-in-one system is the latest addition to the Bang & Olufsen Recreated Classics initiative launched in 2020. The numbers in the name of Beosystem 72-22 indicate the date of release of the B&O Beogram 4000 Series player - it just turned 50 years old. The Beosystem 72-22 kit additionally includes an associate degree updated deck of the Beogram 4000 series, complemented by trendy components.

Prior to this, in an attempt to “reverse the more and more restricted product generation of the buyer industry and demonstrate the longevity of Bang & Olufsen design,” the corporate had ninety-five Beogram 4000 turntables in order. preamplifier. The result was a series of Beogram 4000c Recreated Limited, oversubscribed out, consistent with B & O, virtually "in many days."

Beosystem 72-22 is the next step in the same direction. This time, a try of Beolab eighteen wireless speakers and a Beoremote Halo device are superimposed to the modernized vintage Beogram 4002 turntable. the top unit of the set is complemented by a cupboard product of solid walnut wood.  In addition to the base for the turntable, it can also serve as storage for records. The cabinet will not be empty: the set will also include four records with albums released in the same year as Beogram 4002 - in 1972.

Such a musical combine is also good because, as an alternative to vinyl, you can listen, for example, to streaming audio - wireless Beolab 18 provide for this. You can control the system not only from the Halo remote but also from any smart device. The set will be released in only 30 copies. And the price of Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 72-22 is already known: it will cost $45,000 to buyers in the USA. But all systems are already sold out on pre-orders.

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Speaker Beolab 90 Bang Olufsen

Bang and Olufsen BeoLab 90 contains a large number of inventions. It's an ideal mix ofa-list plan and acoustics in, what likely could be, the most over the top aggregate and strong motorized amplifier intended for use in your home. Pillar Width Control Pillar Direction Control Dynamic Room Compensation Watts of Power

That's the new BeoLab 90 amplifier by Bang and Olufsen.. BeoLab 90 highlights 18 Overlook- Speak speakers units of the topmost quality, that accept their force of 18 amps and convey an absolute force of watts. This large number of corridor are, concurrently, put in a lodging made of 65KG cast aluminum.

Specification

Mastermind Frackenpohl Poulheim Aspects125.3 x73.5 cm Texture Colors Forged Iron dim, Parisian night blue, Grandiloquent heart, Black, White .Aluminum crown Natural, Brass tone, Rose brilliant . Board Oak, Smoked oak . Weight 137 kg Remote Input (Master and Slave speaker) Wireless Power Link (24 number/ 48 kHz) WiSA (24 bit/ 96 kHz) Simple Input( Master speaker) Power Link, RCA, XLR ( fully acclimated) . Advanced Input (Master speaker) USB Audio (24 number/ 192 kHz) S/ P-DIF (24 bit/ 192 kHz), Toslink (24 cycle/ 96 kHz) .Advanced Input (Master and Slave speaker) Digital Power Link (24 bit/ 192 kHz) Enhancers- hand drafted for BeoLab 90 For tweeters-7 x Bang and Olufsen ICEpower AM300-X For midranges-7 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower AM300-X For woofers-3 x Heliox AM1000-1 For frontal woofer-1 x Heliox AM1000-1

Frequency:

Speaker Motorists Tweeter-7 x Overlook- Speak Illuminator 30 mm Midrange-7 x Overlook- Speak Illuminator 86 mm Woofer-3 x Overlook- Speak Discovery 212 mm Front Woofer-1 x Overlook- Speak Revelator 260 mm Advanced Signal Processor DSP type 2 x Analog Bias ADSP-21489-450 MHz Examining rate 192 kHz fixed

Highlights

Dynamic Room Compensation-This invention gets a invariant sound involvement with chose harkening positions/ zones, by and by effectively conforming the speaker affect to make up for unfortunate room acoustics. Shaft Width Control-Makes it conceivable to acclimate the range of the sound bar between' limited',' wide'and'omni', bettered independently for' perfect balance'tuning in,'enormous region'tuning in and'360 degree'tuning in. Bar Direction Control-An invention that makes it conceivable to coordinate the sound pillar from the speakers in five unique headlines

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