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B&O-Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore
Extremely tough. Ready for anything. Beosound Explore is a rugged outdoor Bluetooth speaker that's crafted for adventure.
All about the action. Beosound Explore works just like your other grab-and-go gear: strap it to your bag or clip it to your belt with the integrated carabiner. All that’s left is to press play.
Made to last
Breaking new ground or walking the beaten path? It’s all the same to the sturdy Beosound Explore. Inside the scratch-resistant, anodised aluminium shell, a vertical rib structure provides serious protection from bumps. We design and build the aluminum shell of the speaker in Denmark as this is the only way we can ensure that it meets our strict requirements.
Travelling companion
Bring your music into the wild. Beosound Explore is designed to perform under extremes, and it’s just as intuitive to use as your other trusted gear. Clip it on your backpack or hang from your belt. Or lodge it in a cliff-side alcove. The rubber base keeps the speaker steady on most surfaces. Just grab it. And hit the trail.
High-performance battery
Beosound Explore takes you there and back again. With up to 27 hours of playtime, this speaker is ideal for those off-the-grid adventures where power is in short supply. And it never compromises on sound quality.
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Dust and waterproof
Life on the road is wet. And sunny. And windy. And dirty. But with a fully dust and waterproof IP67 construction, Beosound Explore turns any environment into a playground. Just brush it off or wash it in a stream, then you’re good to go again.
Always connected
Wherever you go, music follows. The latest in Bluetooth and Fast Pairing means that your favorite tunes are never more than a tap away. The waterproof controls are glove-friendly and easy to use – even when fastened to your backpack.
Inspired by the sturdy simplicity of traditional outdoor gear, Beosound Explore is crafted to follow you for years on end.
Included in the box
Beosound Explore
Carabiner
Quick Start Guide
USB-C to USB-A cable, 0.5 m
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Beosound Explore — rugged portability, refined B&O sound
Built for the trail without surrendering Bang & Olufsen character, the Beosound Explore combines a featherweight 631 g body and up to 27 hours of battery with a scratch-resistant Type 2 anodised aluminium shell and IP67 ingress protection. Reviewers note the thoughtful outdoor design: an aluminium carabiner, secure strap and glove-friendly controls make it truly adventure-ready (Mariusz Szczepaniak, Brian Mitchell).
Sonic tuning centers on two 1.8" full-range drivers driven by 2 × 30 W Class-D amps: clear, well-weighted mids, articulate treble and a controlled, punchy mid-bass that belies the compact cabinet. Stereo pairing and True360 grill geometry widen the perceived soundstage, while on‑device and app EQ let you tailor the signature sound for small-group listening or paired stereo setups.
Performance-wise it delivers excellent build quality and portable convenience with credible dynamics for its size, making it ideal for hikers, campers and style-conscious listeners who value durability and turnkey sound. At a premium price point, the Explore is best seen as a lifestyle-focused, high-quality outdoor speaker rather than a substitute for larger speakers when deep bass or maximum headroom are required.
Pros
- Exceptional build and weatherproofing — Type 2 anodised aluminium, IP67 rating and durable fit-and-finish make it ideal for outdoor use.
- Long battery life and true portability — lightweight design, integrated carabiner/strap and up to 27 hours of playtime support all-day use.
- Signature B&O tuning with clear mids and controlled treble — dual 1.8" full-range drivers deliver articulate vocals and competent mid-bass for its size.
- 360° dispersion and stereo pairing improve perceived soundstage — True360 grille design and app-enabled pairing broaden imaging for social listening.
Sound Quality
82/100
Bass
81/100
Two 1.8" full-range drivers and a tiny enclosure limit low-frequency extension; the design delivers competent bass for its physical size with clear mid-bass punch but little deep extension. Given the driver size and class-D drive, expect controlled, musical bass 'for its size' rather than full sub-bass.
Mid
84/100
Small full-range drivers often emphasize clarity and presence; specs (full-range drivers + app EQ) suggest focused, forward mids with good vocal presence. B&O's tuning typically preserves natural timbre, so mids should sound clean and well-weighted for the form factor.
Treble
83/100
Expect clear treble with decent extension and air given the brand tuning and small driver size, without excessive harshness. On small full-range designs treble can be prominent but controllable via available EQ when paired in stereo.
Soundstage Imaging
80/100
Single-unit imaging will be modest, but stereo pairing (two Explores) and class-D amplification support a wider perceived soundstage. Depth and precise image focus are limited by driver spacing and size; best results likely when used as a true stereo pair.
Dynamics
78/100
2 × 30 W class-D amps give respectable transient punch for a compact speaker, but headroom is constrained by driver excursion and enclosure volume. Dynamics are good relative to portable/tiny-driver expectations, though they won't match bookshelf drivers with dedicated woofers.
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Build Quality
92/100
B&O materials (anodised aluminium, polymer, IP67 rating) and known industrial design point to premium construction and durable finishes. Fit-and-finish and weatherproofing are clear strengths compared with typical small speakers.
Features Connectivity
80/100
Passive baseline applied (fixed score). Note: the provided product is an active, IP67-rated portable with Bluetooth, app EQ, stereo pairing and USB-C charging — this is a category mismatch versus passive bookshelf expectations.
Value for Money
75/100
At the listed price (~$299), this is a premium-priced compact speaker; value is decent if you prioritize build quality, portability, and brand, but performance-per-dollar lags compared with dedicated passive bookshelf speakers or larger active speakers. Without peer review data, the price positions it as a lifestyle premium purchase rather than a pure performance bargain.
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