B&O-Bang & Olufsen Beolab 50
The Beolab 50 marries room-filling dynamics with unusually precise beam-width control, using active amplification and calibration to shape a focused sweet spot or expansive shared listening. Best of High End highlights its audience-tailored acoustic lens, room compensation and 2,100 watts of integrated power, while aluminium and oak give this formidable active speaker a sculptural presence.
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Sound Quality
93/100
Build Quality
94/100
Features Connectivity
92/100
Value for Money
70/100
Pros
Adjustable acoustic lens provides focused listening for a sweet spot or wider dispersion for groups.
Active Room Compensation measures the room and applies filters to address reflections from walls and furniture.
Seven built-in amplifiers deliver 2,100 watts of integrated power, eliminating the need for a separate amplifier.
Refined aluminium, oak and fabric design combines a slender visual profile with premium craftsmanship.
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SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 93/100
Bass
94/100
Triple 10" woofers per speaker with dedicated 300 W ICEpower amps and Adaptive Bass Linearization plus a specified <15 Hz extension and 114 dB per-pair bass capability. The hardware and room-compensation features indicate authoritative, deep, and well-controlled low end appropriate to a reference-class tower; score restrained below exceptional since no independent in-room listening reviews were provided.
Mid
92/100
Three 4" mid drivers with individual 300 W amplification and an active crossover architecture promise coherent, forward, and accurate midrange reproduction. Acoustic Lens Technology and advanced amplification suggest excellent vocal presence and low distortion through the crossover region.
Treble
93/100
¾" tweeter with acoustic lens and claimed >43 kHz extension indicates very smooth, extended high frequencies with wide dispersion. The combination of dedicated amplification and beam/dispersion control points to refined detail without obvious harshness.
Soundstage Imaging
94/100
Beam Width Control, Acoustic Lens Technology and active room compensation are designed to create wide, stable imaging and controlled directivity. The active electronics and room-correction features indicate excellent width, depth and image focus when properly set up.
Dynamics
93/100
High per-driver ICEpower power (300 W per driver) and a 120 dB pair SPL spec suggest very strong macro- and micro-dynamic capability with ample headroom. Active amplification per driver minimizes power compression and supports slam and transient speed at high levels.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
94/100
Heavy, well-specified cabinetry (61 kg per speaker) in aluminium/wood with designer pedigree (Noto GmbH) and integrated protection implies premium materials, internal engineering and robust resonance control. The physical heft and bespoke finishes indicate high industrial quality.
Features Connectivity
92/100
Active speaker with extensive I/O: USB-B, USB-A, S/PDIF, optical, RCA, Power Link/Ethernet, Wireless Power Link and WiSA support (24-bit formats). Built-in amplification, DSP features (room compensation, beam control) and broad digital connectivity deliver a very high feature set for flexible system integration.
Value for Money
70/100
At a listed price ~79,800 (currency unspecified) these are ultra-premium, flagship-priced speakers. Performance and feature set are top-tier, but the very high cost makes the value proposition limited to buyers seeking best-in-class, integrated active loudspeakers rather than budget-conscious purchasers.
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Specifications
- Recommended Room Size
- 20-150 m² 200-1500 ft²
- Speaker Configuration
- Per Speaker: 1 x ¾” tweeter 3 x 4” mid-range 3 x 10” woofer
- Amplifier
- Per Speaker: 1 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 300 W for tweeter 3 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 300 W for mid-range 3 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 300 W for woofer
- Frequency Range
- <15 - >43.000 Hz
- Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL) @1m
- Per pair: 120 dB SPL
- Bass Capability
- Per pair: 114 dB SPL
- Advanced Sound Features
- Acoustic Lens Technology Adaptive Bass Linearization Advanced Active Room Compensation Beam Width Control Thermal Protection
- Designer
- Noto GmbH
- Materials
- Aluminium Fabric Wood
- Dimensions
- 45.5 W x 108.8 H x 28.5 D cm
- Weight
- Per Speaker: 61 kg
- Power supply
- 100-240V 50/60Hz mains cable
- Wireless Connections
- Wireless Power Link (24bit/48kHz) WiSA (24bit/96kHz)
- Physical Connections
- Primary Speaker: 1 x RCA (L/R) 1 x MIC / IR 1 x Power Link (RJ45) 1 x S/P DIF (24 bit / 192 kHz) 1 x Optical (24 bit / 96 kHz) 1 x USB-B (Audio) (24 bit / 192 kHz) 1 x USB-A 2 x Digital Power Link 1 x Digital Power Link / Ethernet 1 x Power Secondary Speaker: 1 x USB-B (Audio) 1 x USB-A 3 x Digital Power Link 1 x Power
Manufacturer's Description — B&O-Bang & Olufsen
High-end powered speakers, blending best in class audio technology with graceful aesthetics and meticulous craftsmanship. Superior sound, combined with mindfully selected materials and design creates a statement piece for any audiophile space.
Powerful floor standing speaker
A loudspeaker that exceeds expectations time and time again. Finely tuned to provide balanced, rich audio whether listening to music or watching a movie. Prepare for exceptional performances of music and cinematic soundscapes, powered by patented Bang & Olufsen technology. Learn about the creation of Beolab 50
A design that rises to perform
With an eye-catching geometric design, Beolab 50 embraces natural colours and contours to create a beautiful blend of contemporary styles. The Acoustic Lens majestically ascends before performing, creating a magical moment that sets the stage for an extraordinary listening experience.
High-end sound
Enjoy high quality sound in your home entertainment set up with an active pair of loudspeakers designed to match your desires. Extraordinary cinematic experiences, carefree music as a backdrop to your day-to-day or intense, audiophile enjoyment - all are catered to by this powerful speaker.
Ground-breaking sound
Building on the ground breaking active loudspeaker work that characterises Bang & Olufsen, Beolab 50 is a radically powerful all-in-one speaker. Our audio engineers have created a floor standing stereo speaker that delivers a powerful performance every time.
Beam Width Control
With its adjustable acoustic lens, Beolab 50 can alter its sound delivery to suit the audience. When listening alone, the lens contracts to send a direct sound beam to create a sweet spot. With a house full of guests, the lens opens for a room-filling performance.
Active Room Compensation
Active Room Compensation measures the acoustical behaviour of your room and the placement of your speakers. The data is used to create a custom set of filters for your Beolab 50, tailored to your space so you can enjoy music the way it was meant to be heard exactly as the artist intended.
Compose your own
Your speaker speaks volumes about who you are. Want smoked oak on the covers? Or a vibrant colour fabric? Our digital Composer lets you visualise every angle and switch colours in a beat. With each option carefully selected by master crafters and artists.
Recommended Room Size
20-150 m² 200-1500 ft²
Speaker Configuration
Per Speaker: 1 x ¾” tweeter 3 x 4” mid-range 3 x 10” woofer
Amplifier
Per Speaker: 1 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 300 W for tweeter 3 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 300 W for mid-range 3 x Bang & Olufsen ICEpower 300 W for woofer
Frequency Range
<15 - >43.000 Hz
Maximum Sound Pressure Level (SPL) @1m
Per pair: 120 dB SPL
Bass Capability
Per pair: 114 dB SPL
Advanced Sound Features
Acoustic Lens Technology Adaptive Bass Linearization Advanced Active Room Compensation Beam Width Control Thermal Protection
Designer
Noto GmbH
Materials
Aluminium Fabric Wood
Dimensions
45.5 W x 108.8 H x 28.5 D cm
Weight
Per Speaker: 61 kg
Power supply
100-240V 50/60Hz mains cable
Wireless Connections
Wireless Power Link (24bit/48kHz) WiSA (24bit/96kHz)
Physical Connections
Primary Speaker: 1 x RCA (L/R) 1 x MIC / IR 1 x Power Link (RJ45) 1 x S/P DIF (24 bit / 192 kHz) 1 x Optical (24 bit / 96 kHz) 1 x USB-B (Audio) (24 bit / 192 kHz) 1 x USB-A 2 x Digital Power Link 1 x Digital Power Link / Ethernet 1 x Power
Secondary Speaker: 1 x USB-B (Audio) 1 x USB-A 3 x Digital Power Link 1 x Power
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