Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen review: specs and price
Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen
Why is Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen better than the average?
- Volume?
813.69 cm³vs4581.78 cm³ - Lowest frequency?
55 Hzvs72.91 Hz - Audio output power?
2 x 30Wvs28.72W - Driver unit size?
88.9 mmvs54.91 mm - Bluetooth version?
5.1vs4.21 - Battery life?
18 hoursvs12.96 hours - Battery power?
3000 mAhvs2807.2 mAh - Charge time?
2.75 hoursvs3.35 hours
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Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
10.0/10
1 votes
Sound quality
9.0/10
1 votes
Design
10.0/10
1 votes
Value for money
10.0/10
1 votes
Portability
10.0/10
1 votes
Design
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
volume
813.69 cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.
driver unit size
88.9 mm
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
has a neodymium magnet
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Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
control panel placed on a device
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There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.
travel bag is included
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The device comes with its own special case or pouch, which is useful for safe transportation.
has a touch screen
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You can operate the device easily, by pressing the screen with your fingers.
is weather-sealed (splashproof)
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The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
Sound quality
has stereo speakers
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Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has a subwoofer
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Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.
highest frequency
20000 Hz
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
lowest frequency
55 Hz
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
audio output power
2 x 30W
Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.
Has a passive radiator
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A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
has a noise-canceling microphone
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These microphones are designed to filter out background noise from the desired sound. Especially useful in noisy environments.
Signal-to-noise ratio (SNR)
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Signal-to-noise ratio is a measure that compares the level of a desired signal (meaningful information) to the level of background noise (unwanted signal), the bigger the less perceived noise.
Power
battery power
3000 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
Battery life
18 hours
The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.
charge time
2.75 hours
The time it takes to fully charge the battery.
has a battery level indicator
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An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.
has a rechargeable battery
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The battery can be recharged and used over again.
has a removable battery
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The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
has wireless charging
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It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
How much power the device consumes when it's switched on.
annual power consumption
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The more power per year a device consumes, the less energy efficient it is, making it more costly over time.
Connectivity
Multipoint allows you to link to more Bluetooth devices and switch between them. For example you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
supports Bluetooth pairing using NFC
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Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
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With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has an AUX input
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An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.
has aptX Lossless
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aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
has LDAC
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LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX Adaptive
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aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX HD
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aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
Features
Can be used wirelessly
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Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.
supports a remote smartphone
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This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.
has voice commands
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You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.
Has a radio
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A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
Has voice prompts
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With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.
has a mute function
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The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
works as a power bank
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The power bank feature allows you to use the battery to charge other devices, such as your smartphone.
has a sleep timer
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A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.
internal storage
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The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
Miscellaneous
supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
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Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) is a wireless standard released in 2009. It has faster transfer rates and improved security compared to its predecessors – a, b, and g.
Price comparison
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Comments
tim
3 months ago
10 / 10
Best speaker I’ve had to date.
tim
3 months ago
10 / 10
I first bought an a1 first gen and the battery was pants. I called b@o support and they not only agreed but upgraded me to a second generation without hesitation. Their online support is second to none, even on Sunday. The speaker has an excellent base driver which makes listening to reggae a pleasure. It’s waterproof and sturdy enough to chuck in a bag. The battery goes on and on with a standard single port for charging makes life easy. When needed I recharge overnight. But you can charge it when playing. It supports apt X. No drop out at all. Pairing is very easy. Just press the button; B&O offer software updates and actually deliver tangible improvements. I control them with the app that additionally streams DAB and deezer I’ve bought a second. Double the pleasure as they stereo pair. For a couple of hundred quid ( less if you risk second hand) it’s a brilliant, durable quality speaker. If I wanted to be picky, it would be about the b@o product range and my preferences for listening to vinyl. I contacted their support and the company officially would prefer you use a phone tablet or computer to broadcast. However their network of shops contain hi-fi geniuses ( not a title) and if you call they will recommend certain Bluetooth broadcast devices. I went for a pro-ject S series phono stage with Bluetooth that allows me to play records onto these speakers and also a pair of ruark mr1’s simultaneously.