Everything old is new again is what Bang & Olufsen will be hoping if you purchase their latest product in the Beoconnect Core.
Following the recent trend of streaming devices that have ‘renewed’ older hi-fi kit, the Beoconnect Core is a streaming device that can be used to stream music from your favourite app to Bang & Olufsen speakers that date back more thn 30 years.
And to confirm, this works primarily with Bang & Olufsen products, so if you have a turntable or music system, you can connect to B&O speakers via the Beoconnect Core, though you can connect B&O speakers to “any TV”, which is an interesting feature.
The device has been devised with Cradle-to-Cradle principles at the forefront of the design, and as such upgradeability and long term serviceability is possible to ensure that the Beoconnect Core can work with Bang & Olufsen’s products into the future.
There are several connectivity options to connect to sources which include Powerlink and USB optimized for the Beolab 50 and Beolab 90 speakers, as well as a line-in for turntables and other sources. It can also be connected to TVs through its HDMI eARC port, ensuring you can get lossless, Dolby Atmos immersive sound through the device.
Aesthetically, the B&O Beoconnect Core features a pearl blasted aluminium chassis that is intended to absorb heat, while its non-conductive cover looks to ensure full antenna transparency. Designed to fit into any room, the Beoconnect Core can also be installed into the Beosound Shape by using a bracket that “docks” into a Beosound Shape tile.
How much will it cost? Well for a device that’s so small in size it incurs a big price. The Bang & Olfusen Beoconnect Core will set you back £999 / €1099 / $1150. It’s available from March 14th onwards online and in selected stores.
