Bang & Olufsen launches a modular speaker that charges mobile phones wirelessly

B&O’s new luxury speaker, the Beosound A5, stands out with its upgradeable modular construction and powerful 280W audio

Known for the luxury audio devices it develops, including rivals for AirPods Pro and until when premium headphones for business, Bang & Olufsen (B&O) presented this Thursday (27) the Beosound A5, the latest portable sound box from the Danish company. In addition to very powerful audio and features such as a built-in wireless charger, the device draws attention to its modular design, which is designed to extend the useful life of the accessory.

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Specifically as a loudspeaker, Beosound A5 has very advanced specifications: there are 4 loudspeakers in total, with a power of 280W (70W each) and a wide frequency response from 32Hz to 23kHz. The composition consists of a 5.25-inch woofer for bass sounds, two 2-inch drivers to handle the entire frequency range and a 0.8-inch tweeter for the highs.

The launch works via Bluetooth 5.2 or Wi-Fi 6 and has apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast built-in, can be paired with a second unit, has a dedicated app for managing settings, has audio guide technology for spatial sound (despite not using Dolby Atmos), and is compatible with all streams available, including Apple Music, SpotifyTIDE and deezer. That said, it is in the construction and looks that the device stands out the most.

The Beosound A5 was developed in collaboration with design agency GamFratesi and would draw inspiration from Bang & Olufsen portable radios launched between the 1960s and 1970s, including classics such as the Beolit ​​607 and Beolit ​​1000. versions: Nordic Weave , with aluminum structure, oak wood handle and protective cover in woven paper fiber; and Dark Oak, with aluminum obscured by anthracite paint, accompanied by an oak handle and lid.

The biggest advantage of the box is its modularity, theoretically implemented to facilitate any repairs and extend the useful life of the device. All parts can be removed without difficulty and are IP65 certified for water and dust resistance, with B&O busy releasing new options with different materials for many years to come. The A5 is also integrated with the B&O Mozart software platform, which would allow the manufacturer to keep the device up to date for a longer period.

The super premium package is completed by the presence of Ultrawide Band (UWB), responsible for fast connection by proximity to other devices that also have UWB, as well as a Integrated wireless charger with Qi standard to recharge smartphones and other compatible accessories.

price and availability

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A5 is available overseas now, with a suggested retail price of US$1,049 (~R$5,235) for the Nordic Weave version and US$1,149 (~R$5,735) for the Dark Oak variant. There is no information on a possible launch in Brazil.

Source: Bang & Olufsen

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