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Brand | Bang & Olufsen |
Speaker Maximum Output Power | 60 Watts |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Audio Output Mode | Stereo |
Mounting Type | Tabletop |
About this item
- 360-DEGREE SOUND: 360 sound technology evenly distributes powerful audio, so you always have the best seat in the house.
- POWERFUL STREAMING: Effortlessly stream from your phone or tablet. Choose songs and playlists from your favourite major music streaming service.
- YOUR HOME SPEAKERS, CONNECTED: Control your speakers individually or together from your device, with Beolink Multiroom, Airplay 2 and more.
- BANG & OLUFSEN APP: Customise your settings, choose your favourite sound profile with the Beosonic equalizer, set up timers and alarms, and much more.
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Sound quality | — | — | 4.3 | 4.7 | — | 4.2 |
Bluetooth connectivity | — | — | 3.6 | 4.2 | — | 4.6 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Battery Powered | Corded Electric | Battery Powered |
connectivity tech | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
speaker type | Multi Room | Multi Room | Bookshelf | Bookshelf | Multi Room | Multi Room |
mounting type | Tabletop | Floor Standing | Table Top | Table Top | Floor Standing | Tabletop |
weight | 9 pounds | 32.4 pounds | 3 pounds | 7.4 pounds | 32.4 pounds | 8.2 pounds |
control method | application | touch | application | application | touch | application |
model name | Beosound 2 3rd Gen | Beosound A9 5th Gen | Emerge | Beosound Level | Beosound A9 5th Gen | Beosound A5 |
woofer diameter | 12 centimeters | 12.7 centimeters | — | 3.5 inches | — | 88.9 millimeters |
subwoofer diameter | 133.35 millimeters | 0.3 meters | — | — | 82 centimeters | — |
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Bang & Olufsen transforms your listening experience with better sound and acoustic performance wherever you are with in-home music systems, portable speakers and headphones that integrate seamlessly into everyday life.
Beosound 2
Elegant Wi-Fi speaker
Beosound 2 wireless speaker puts you in control with a simple tap, turn or swipe of the touch-sensitive wheel. That’s why it’s easier than ever to experience stunning 360-degree sound in the sleek and portable form of this high-quality speaker.
- Tap to source, skip tracks or stations, change volume and more
- 360-degree sound immersion from anywhere in the room
- Built-in Chromecast and integrated AirPlay 2 for seamless streaming
- Multiroom functionality
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Streaming TechnologyWith Chromecast built-in and Airplay 2 integrated into this wireless speaker, you can effortlessly stream music from a smartphone to Beosound 2 using any major music streaming service. |
360-Degree-SoundThe advanced 360-degree sound technology of Beosound 2 fills your room with clear, powerful sound. Enjoy an immersive listening experience, no matter where you’re seated. |
Seamless sound systemCreate a seamless wireless sound system throughout your home using the built-in multiroom technology of Beosound 2 to effortlessly connect with other Bang & Olufsen products. |
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Price | $2,978.27$2,978.27 | — | — | $1,699.00$1,699.00 |
Dimensions | 7.8 W x 16.9 H x 7.8 D in | 7.8 W x 16.9 H x 7.8 D in | 6.4 W x 12.9 H x 6.4 D in D in | 13.7 W x 9 H x 2.2 D in |
Weight | 9 lbs | 9 lbs | 7.7 lbs | 7.3 lbs |
Stereo pairing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Inputs and outputs | 1 x Mains Connection, 1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s and 1 x 3.5 mm mini jack line-in with sense | 1 x Mains Connection, 1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s and 1 x 3.5 mm mini jack line-in with sense | 1 x Mains Connection; 1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s | 1 x Line-in/optical combi-jack; 1 x Ethernet 10/100 Mbit; 1 x USB-C; 1 x Easy Charge Solution |
Materials | Aluminum | Aluminium | Aluminium | Oak wood, knitted fabric, aluminium, polymer. |
Streaming and music services | Airplay 2, Beolink Multiroom, Chromecast Built-In, Deezer and TuneIn internet radio. | Airplay 2, Beolink Multiroom, Chromecast Built-In, Deezer and TuneIn internet radio. | Airplay 2, Chromecast built-in, Deezer, TuneIn | AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, Spotify Connect, B&O radio |
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Material | Aluminum, Plastic, Metal |
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Model Name | Beosound 2 3rd Gen |
Speaker Type | Multi Room |
Special Feature | 360 Sound, Multi Room Audio |
Recommended Uses For Product | For Music Players |
Compatible Devices | Smartphone |
Subwoofer Diameter | 133.35 Millimeters |
Controller Type | Touchpad, App Control |
Color | Natural Aluminum |
Included Components | USB-C to AUX Adapter, Power Cord, Beosound 2 Speaker, Quick Start Guide |
Product Dimensions | 7.9"D x 7.9"W x 16.9"H |
Item Weight | 9 Pounds |
Is Waterproof | False |
Warranty Type | Manufacturer |
Number of Items | 1 |
Control Method | App |
Wireless Communication Technology | Airplay, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Power Source | Corded Electric |
Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 94 dB |
Woofer Diameter | 12 Centimeters |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Package Type | FFP |
Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
Specific Uses For Product | Home Music Listening |
Manufacturer | Bang & Olufsen |
Item Weight | 9 pounds |
ASIN | B0BVWGSSFT |
Country of Origin | Czech Republic |
Item model number | 1309103 |
Customer Reviews |
3.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #113,208 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #2,977 in Portable Bluetooth Speakers |
Date First Available | April 27, 2023 |
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A powerful wireless speaker with a stylish and innovative conical design, Beosound 2 looks as good as it sounds. Fill your room with true 360-degree sound and enjoy soul-stirring music wherever you want it. With its clean lines and small footprint, Beosound 2 has an adaptable design that fits in everywhere in your home. Designed by Torsten Valeur and crafted in high-grade aluminium, this sleek home speaker reflects the look and feel of a musical instrument. It is flexible and portable, as happy as the star of the show as it is casually placed on a bedside table. Its cone structure and solid aluminium exterior are not only stylish and durable but also provide excellent acoustic properties. Beosound 2 delivers pure balanced sound with advanced 360-degree technology designed to fill your room. Wherever you are sitting in relation to this speaker, you'll be treated to the right audio distribution. Beosound 2 also has an enhanced OneTouch interface, making it easier than ever to control your sound. With four LED-lit favourite buttons that let you customise your listening experience, it's surprisingly simple to take charge of the advanced technology in the Wi-Fi speaker. You can also control your music and sound experience using the Bang & Olufsen app on your phone – your music, the way you want it. Advanced streaming capabilities mean you can enjoy uninterrupted entertainment from any major streaming service. Listen to your favourite songs and podcasts seamlessly from your smart device. With Chromecast built-in, Bluetooth Audio Streaming, Apple Airplay, DLNA-dir., Spotify Connect and Play 2.0 integrated, you’ll have your pick. Stream music throughout your home, with multiroom, Airplay 2 and more. Control your speakers individually or together from your device, for music that moves with you or creates a full-home experience. Beosound is also built for the future, with our proprietary software platform, Mozart. A smooth experience, encompassing the luxury touch of Bang & Olufsen, designed to be updated, improved and built on for years to come. Celebrate the artists you love, with a wireless speaker that can turn any room into a performance space.
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The box and factory packaging are average, which is fine since most people toss all that anyway.
The aluminum body is seamless and very artistic-looking. Definitely a visually interesting piece. What is really cool is the light for the touch controls-there’s a pointy cone with the light at the tip (see picture).
You’ll need to download the B&O app and use that to complete the set up. The app found the speaker as a nearby item and after connecting the wifi it automatically updated which took a few minutes. Connecting to Bluetooth was simple and will be my primary way of playing music. After connecting it will send out a tone to analyze the room for the room compensation. It just takes a few seconds to do that.
As for how it sounds, this thing can get LOUD! I’m amazed at how loud it can get. It would do fantastic in large rooms.
The 360 degree sound works really well. I placed it in my open living room and kitchen, and as I moved around I can hear the difference between this and another ‘normal’ speaker. There are two mid speakers back-to-back and if you position yourself close and directly on the side you can hear a slight difference since there is no mid pointing in your direction. I’m not an audio person, but using 4 small mids would have been a better for the 360. Regardless it works well.
The bass is good, initially I was wishing for more but then I get back to reality and realize that this is a single compact unit. It is very good bass for the size. It also matters what you set it on for the bass to reverberate. Try different positioning and redo the room compensation.
The equalizer in the B&O app only has bass and treble settings. I wish there was an advanced mode that gave you the full sound range. A neat feature are the sound modes and you can create a custom one using this cool user interface (see picture).
Overall it sounds great! If you’re willing to pay the “luxury tax” for an artistic look.
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2023
The box and factory packaging are average, which is fine since most people toss all that anyway.
The aluminum body is seamless and very artistic-looking. Definitely a visually interesting piece. What is really cool is the light for the touch controls-there’s a pointy cone with the light at the tip (see picture).
You’ll need to download the B&O app and use that to complete the set up. The app found the speaker as a nearby item and after connecting the wifi it automatically updated which took a few minutes. Connecting to Bluetooth was simple and will be my primary way of playing music. After connecting it will send out a tone to analyze the room for the room compensation. It just takes a few seconds to do that.
As for how it sounds, this thing can get LOUD! I’m amazed at how loud it can get. It would do fantastic in large rooms.
The 360 degree sound works really well. I placed it in my open living room and kitchen, and as I moved around I can hear the difference between this and another ‘normal’ speaker. There are two mid speakers back-to-back and if you position yourself close and directly on the side you can hear a slight difference since there is no mid pointing in your direction. I’m not an audio person, but using 4 small mids would have been a better for the 360. Regardless it works well.
The bass is good, initially I was wishing for more but then I get back to reality and realize that this is a single compact unit. It is very good bass for the size. It also matters what you set it on for the bass to reverberate. Try different positioning and redo the room compensation.
The equalizer in the B&O app only has bass and treble settings. I wish there was an advanced mode that gave you the full sound range. A neat feature are the sound modes and you can create a custom one using this cool user interface (see picture).
Overall it sounds great! If you’re willing to pay the “luxury tax” for an artistic look.
Setting up the Beosound 2 was a nightmare. I spent countless hours with customer support, who seemed utterly clueless about the setup for the 3rd Gen model. Their only advice was to use a pin to reset the unit at the bottom, which was ineffective and incredibly frustrating.
The most aggravating issue is the unit’s tendency to disappear from the Bang & Olufsen app. This happens every single week without fail. I am forced to spend several hours troubleshooting this persistent problem, attempting to reset the device in various ways, only to face the same issues repeatedly. The firmware and software are highly unreliable, and it feels like a constant battle to keep the unit connected and functioning properly. When this happens, the Beosound 2 becomes nothing more than a very expensive paperweight – albeit a cool-looking one.
When the Beosound 2 decides to randomly stop appearing in the app, it becomes virtually useless for anything other than playing the radio. You can't stream Deezer or any other services unless you go through the cumbersome process of hooking up an external device to the line input. This is not what I expected from a high-end audio system.
Support is another major disappointment. It's literally some person in Eastern Europe following a script, and most of the time, it's the wrong script. The support experience is frustrating and does not help resolve the issues effectively.
What’s even more disappointing is that this level of unreliability is unacceptable for a product in this price range. Other audio equipment with a similar price tag does not have these issues. For nearly $3,000, I expected a seamless and reliable experience. Instead, I am left with a piece of equipment that requires constant attention and troubleshooting.
In conclusion, the Beosound 2 is not worth the trouble. Its frequent disconnections and the constant need for resets make it more of a hassle than a luxury. Save your money and invest in audio equipment that actually delivers on its promises. The Beosound 2 is a regrettable purchase, and I do not recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable and high-performing audio solution.
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Voice is plaster, i cant understandt how deep and clear the voice is. B&O did very good job with this one! Absolutely worth of money.
Bajos profundos, agudos precisos y medios clarísimos. Es una bestia en un cuerpo pequeño y portátil. Una muy buena compra.
Obwohl der Lautsprecher bereits in der 3. Generation ist, weist er einige technische Probleme auf! Der Näherungssensor spinnt völlig, das Bedienfeld auf dem Gerät geht ständig an und aus, obwohl man sich in 3-4 Metern Entfernung befindet und sich nicht mal auf das Gerät zu bewegt, geht sogar an wenn man in ca. 5 Metern ruhig auf dem Sofa sitzt und irgendwas liest, im dunklen Raum finde ich das richtig unheimlich muss ich sagen, als ob man Geister in der Wohnung hat;-) musste den Näherungssensor deswegen in der App komplett ausschalten.
Desweiteren funktioniert Spotify connect immer wieder nicht, in Spotify steht dass die Musik gerade auf dem Beosound 2 abgespielt wird, in der B&O App steht auch dass gerade Musik von Spotify läuft, es kommt jedoch kein Ton aus dem Lautsprecher, Problem wird erst nach dem Neustart des Gerätes gelöst, dann läuft wieder alles. Von so einem hochpreisigen Gerät erwarte ich eindeutig, dass alles reibungslos funktioniert. Muss noch dazu sagen, dass es bereits das dritte von vier getesteten Produkten von B&O ist, das in der Testphase technische Probleme hat. Der Beosound A1 hat im ausgeschalteten Zustand innerhalb von paar Tagen den Akku leergesaugt. Das Austauschgerät hat dann aber funktioniert. Die Beosound Stage hat nach 1-2 Wochen komplett den Geist aufgegeben, kein Ton, nicht auf Eingaben reagiert. Beoplay M5 war echt top und lief technisch ohne Probleme, hat nur im Bassbereich stark gedröhnt (einfacher EQ wie beim Beosound 2 hätte Abhilfe gebracht, war nur nicht in der App). Werde noch den Beosound Balance ausprobieren, wenn wieder Probleme auftreten, gebe ich's mit B&O auf...
Der Sound an sich gefällt mir jedoch sehr gut, sehr klar, hochauflösend und raumfüllend. Bauartbedingt hört es sich aber noch besser an wenn man sich seitlich zum Lautsprecher befindet, da die Mitteltöner links und rechts eingebaut wurden, da hört sich der Gesang noch klarer und kräftiger an. Und für Musikrichtungen wie HipHop ist der Tiefbass etwas zu schwach. Der Star der Show ist eindeutig der Hochtonbereich, ist für meinen Geschmack deutlich besser als bei den Mitbewerbern wie Devialet oder Cabasse.
Update: nachdem ich den Beosound 2 aufgrund der genannten Probleme zurückgeschickt habe, habe ich jetzt den Beosound Balance getestet. Also der Näherungssensor vom Beosound 2 war eindeutig defekt, da dieser beim Balance wie es sein soll funktioniert, wenn man sich dem Lautsprecher nähert, leuchten die Tasten auf und sonst bleibt immer alles dunkel. Vom Sound her ist der Balance viel kräftiger im Bassbereich (auch tiefer). Der Mittenbereich / Gesang hört sich auch direkter an, nicht zu den Seiten abstrahlend wie der Beosound 2. Jedoch gefällt mir persönlich der Hochtonbereich vom Beosound 2 noch besser, der Sound hört sich irgendwie "klarer" an. Mit Spotify gab es bis jetzt nur 1x ein Problem, die Lieder sind paar Minuten lang ständig ins Stocken geraten, als ob die Verbindung schlecht wäre (ist sie aber nicht, da der Router im gleichen Zimmer ist). Irgendwie scheint B&O ein Problem mit Spotify Connect zu haben, da mir dieses Phänomen mit anderen Geräten ( Devialet Phantom II, Cabasse The Pearl Akoya, Harman Kardon Allure, Sennheiser Ambeo, usw...) völlig unbekannt ist!
Update 2: nach paar Monaten Nutzung vom Beosound Balance muss ich leider sagen, dass Spotify Connect immer wieder Probleme hat. In Spotify steht, dass gerade Musik auf dem Balance abgespielt wird, in der B&O App steht, dass gerade Musik von Spotify läuft, es kommt jedoch kein Ton aus dem Lautsprecher!!! Erst nach einem Neustart funktioniert wieder alles wie es sein soll. Das Problem tritt sporadisch / in unregelmäßigen Abständen auf...ist aber bereits sehr oft passiert. Getestet mit mehreren Smartphones verschiedener Hersteller und mit verschiedenen Spotify Accounts.
Reviewed in Germany on October 30, 2023
Obwohl der Lautsprecher bereits in der 3. Generation ist, weist er einige technische Probleme auf! Der Näherungssensor spinnt völlig, das Bedienfeld auf dem Gerät geht ständig an und aus, obwohl man sich in 3-4 Metern Entfernung befindet und sich nicht mal auf das Gerät zu bewegt, geht sogar an wenn man in ca. 5 Metern ruhig auf dem Sofa sitzt und irgendwas liest, im dunklen Raum finde ich das richtig unheimlich muss ich sagen, als ob man Geister in der Wohnung hat;-) musste den Näherungssensor deswegen in der App komplett ausschalten.
Desweiteren funktioniert Spotify connect immer wieder nicht, in Spotify steht dass die Musik gerade auf dem Beosound 2 abgespielt wird, in der B&O App steht auch dass gerade Musik von Spotify läuft, es kommt jedoch kein Ton aus dem Lautsprecher, Problem wird erst nach dem Neustart des Gerätes gelöst, dann läuft wieder alles. Von so einem hochpreisigen Gerät erwarte ich eindeutig, dass alles reibungslos funktioniert. Muss noch dazu sagen, dass es bereits das dritte von vier getesteten Produkten von B&O ist, das in der Testphase technische Probleme hat. Der Beosound A1 hat im ausgeschalteten Zustand innerhalb von paar Tagen den Akku leergesaugt. Das Austauschgerät hat dann aber funktioniert. Die Beosound Stage hat nach 1-2 Wochen komplett den Geist aufgegeben, kein Ton, nicht auf Eingaben reagiert. Beoplay M5 war echt top und lief technisch ohne Probleme, hat nur im Bassbereich stark gedröhnt (einfacher EQ wie beim Beosound 2 hätte Abhilfe gebracht, war nur nicht in der App). Werde noch den Beosound Balance ausprobieren, wenn wieder Probleme auftreten, gebe ich's mit B&O auf...
Der Sound an sich gefällt mir jedoch sehr gut, sehr klar, hochauflösend und raumfüllend. Bauartbedingt hört es sich aber noch besser an wenn man sich seitlich zum Lautsprecher befindet, da die Mitteltöner links und rechts eingebaut wurden, da hört sich der Gesang noch klarer und kräftiger an. Und für Musikrichtungen wie HipHop ist der Tiefbass etwas zu schwach. Der Star der Show ist eindeutig der Hochtonbereich, ist für meinen Geschmack deutlich besser als bei den Mitbewerbern wie Devialet oder Cabasse.
Update: nachdem ich den Beosound 2 aufgrund der genannten Probleme zurückgeschickt habe, habe ich jetzt den Beosound Balance getestet. Also der Näherungssensor vom Beosound 2 war eindeutig defekt, da dieser beim Balance wie es sein soll funktioniert, wenn man sich dem Lautsprecher nähert, leuchten die Tasten auf und sonst bleibt immer alles dunkel. Vom Sound her ist der Balance viel kräftiger im Bassbereich (auch tiefer). Der Mittenbereich / Gesang hört sich auch direkter an, nicht zu den Seiten abstrahlend wie der Beosound 2. Jedoch gefällt mir persönlich der Hochtonbereich vom Beosound 2 noch besser, der Sound hört sich irgendwie "klarer" an. Mit Spotify gab es bis jetzt nur 1x ein Problem, die Lieder sind paar Minuten lang ständig ins Stocken geraten, als ob die Verbindung schlecht wäre (ist sie aber nicht, da der Router im gleichen Zimmer ist). Irgendwie scheint B&O ein Problem mit Spotify Connect zu haben, da mir dieses Phänomen mit anderen Geräten ( Devialet Phantom II, Cabasse The Pearl Akoya, Harman Kardon Allure, Sennheiser Ambeo, usw...) völlig unbekannt ist!
Update 2: nach paar Monaten Nutzung vom Beosound Balance muss ich leider sagen, dass Spotify Connect immer wieder Probleme hat. In Spotify steht, dass gerade Musik auf dem Balance abgespielt wird, in der B&O App steht, dass gerade Musik von Spotify läuft, es kommt jedoch kein Ton aus dem Lautsprecher!!! Erst nach einem Neustart funktioniert wieder alles wie es sein soll. Das Problem tritt sporadisch / in unregelmäßigen Abständen auf...ist aber bereits sehr oft passiert. Getestet mit mehreren Smartphones verschiedener Hersteller und mit verschiedenen Spotify Accounts.