LIVING with One of the BEST SPEAKERS Ever Made • BANG & OLUFSEN 90

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Andrew Robinson

Andrew Robinson

Күн бұрын

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@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
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@alandawson9419
@alandawson9419 Күн бұрын
I know you link to all the products you review for obvious reasons but this one is just really funny when you put it in context 🤣 what’s the small commission on a Beo9 🤣🤣🤣
@Stephane.French.Catholic.An.33
@Stephane.French.Catholic.An.33 Күн бұрын
impressive product design sound of B&O ! awesome performance in a compact luxury speaker ! great review, thank for this showing dream ! have a happy new year (deux mille vins saints
@xieulong
@xieulong 7 сағат бұрын
Andrew, please help! My surround sound system is 22 years old. Onkyo TX-SR700, Athena SCT speakers, and a Sunfire SD10 sub in a 5.1 configuration. I would like an upgrade to better sound before I get too old or before the tinnitus takes me. My room is only 12'X12'; so probably 5.1.2? I really like the design of SVS Titans, but those may be too big for this room? I was also thinking of doing separates, but again, probably overkill for this room? Would a TX-RZ do? Any advice?
@justinschultz4325
@justinschultz4325 Күн бұрын
This is why I love your channel. You review $300 soundbars and $150,000 pieces of art. Well done. Lovely video!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Thanks so much! We try and bring our viewers as many exciting products as possible.
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
Justin gets it. :)
@robk5745
@robk5745 20 сағат бұрын
@@justinschultz4325 agreed
@liborlepka
@liborlepka Күн бұрын
Absolutely stunning. Two years ago my dream came true and I bought BeoLab 5's. Bang Olufsen previous flagship. They bring me joy everyday. I consider myself audiophile always chasing for the next best gear. Since my BL5's landed in my living room, I swear I dreamt of absolutely nothing else. Well, until now:)
@gensurg1447
@gensurg1447 Күн бұрын
My ears are capped to about 10 grand worth of equipment. Beyond that they all sound the same to me.😂
@Fluterra
@Fluterra 4 сағат бұрын
@@gensurg1447 Ha, you wish! You can hear the difference of a well put together system way beyond $10k, my friend. You can hear the benefit of a $10k power cord in a great system.
@GruvenHaus
@GruvenHaus 3 сағат бұрын
Your ears are 5k richer than mine..👍
@E4xtream
@E4xtream Күн бұрын
I listened to these in person in the B&O store. I cried. And perhaps like you, I didn't even realise I was crying. The music was just... Intimate in a way that befuddled me. I too can only dream, but oh, what a beautiful dream it is.
@randolphblack2554
@randolphblack2554 Күн бұрын
I am so very happy that a manufacturer is willing to follow science with excellent engineering. And the result allows you to realize that applied science can be beneficial to people if they are willing to be honest with themselves. I love the fact that I can be alive to witness this event. Keep up the good work, Andrew & Kristi, and keep the dreams alive because I wanted a Countach and a Pantera when I was younger!
@bernardoterreno9946
@bernardoterreno9946 Күн бұрын
My God, one can feel not only hear the passion in A R’s voice. B&O..it’s been a love affair for me since 1977-(i was 14 then). Awesome review A.R.
@slip6699
@slip6699 Күн бұрын
Unfortunately art and cats don't mix.
@alexandrelvao
@alexandrelvao Күн бұрын
@@slip6699 your comment gave me 10 emotions
@mocomike01
@mocomike01 Күн бұрын
😂
@eduardovillalon7496
@eduardovillalon7496 Күн бұрын
That’s why I have Magico’s! No need to worry about that with mine 😂
@ClemFandango72
@ClemFandango72 Күн бұрын
This made me laugh
@mayhem492
@mayhem492 Күн бұрын
Celebrities hi fi.
@sphong0610
@sphong0610 Күн бұрын
I saw them in a shop listening room a few years ago, another customer had ordered them and they were just coming through the shop for delivery. The buyer was nice enough to let us sample the sound and... SHEEEET it was majestic. If you've been to a high-class opera house where the sound is just everywhere but also right there... like where ever I put my eyes that was where the sound was coming from.. crisp, clean, warm, powerful. I went home to my poor Focals and Proacs and felt haunted.
@SnapperX3
@SnapperX3 13 сағат бұрын
People dogging on these are something else. I'd take these in a heartbeat, they are just fantastic. So glad that you were able to get these in for review. It speaks to your credibility and good character. 👏👏👏
@Ladco77
@Ladco77 Күн бұрын
One thing I noticed about this review is something I don't often see, and it also reminds me of your Klipsch La Scala reveiw - the speakers were engaging enough to let you get past listening to the speaker and just listen to the music. Not comparing the two speakers, but they both achieve that emotional connection that goes beyond technical excellence.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
BINGO. For me, forgetting to evaluate a loudspeaker is the absolute mark of excellence.
@HIFIDaydreaming
@HIFIDaydreaming Күн бұрын
Bang and Olufsen A9 was a speaker that opened my world, to possibilities that there is something else great in world of sound... that blends quality audio with art. B&0 90 feels like it is from different world of luxury, hedonism and pure joy.
@maxpower78-15
@maxpower78-15 Күн бұрын
This is a pretty special review. Glad you got to experience this.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
I really appreciate you going on the journey with me. Thank you!
@tateupson9882
@tateupson9882 Күн бұрын
I love how this video didn’t follow the same measurements, nuance, tonality and statistics. It was pure listening happiness. Fantastic review. 🎉
@robertcowart2456
@robertcowart2456 Күн бұрын
I grew up in Paris, France (as an expatriate) and my dad would travel to New York on business. On most occasions he would pick up the latest albums from up and coming artists, one of which was a group called the Beatles. On the way home from work one day (back in Paris) he picked up a stereo system from B&O. Listening to the Beatles on the B&O was my introduction to listening to good music on a good system. A few years later he upgraded and bought another B&O system which was even better. By that time he had introduced me to the Yardbirds, and The Ramsey Lewis Trio. My dad has since passed but I still possess both stereo systems. Since those days I have owned a few Hi Fi systems, but the B&O's still sound good and the memories are irreplaceable. Thanks for the review.
@Darrylizer1
@Darrylizer1 Күн бұрын
I will never own these but I love Andrew's enthusiasm. What the heck, I will never own a 180 foot yacht either but I enjoy marveling at the engineering. Fun stuff!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 9 сағат бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. I love that you can appreciate the engineering and the passion even if the price tag is out of reach!
@gouddude
@gouddude Күн бұрын
When I was a teenager back in the seventies I purchased my first stereo with money I made during summers and a paper route. That system included a Beogram turntable. Something I STILL miss to this day. It was art. I sounded great and I loved LISTENING to music! Fast forward to 2025 and I'm well into my sixties. Yes, I too have spent a lot of money on different equipment. Can I afford the 90s? No, but music is an emotional experience and if I can find a dealer to hear these I too can dream. Thank you for a review that allows me to vicariously feel what the 90s offer.
@christophercale
@christophercale Күн бұрын
The part of the review I relate to the most is when you "wax poetic" about the emotional/spiritual/magical way which a speaker makes you feel. I get it, I've felt it and I feel it still when I listen to my system. While I can only imagine what these speakers sound, and feel like, your description, combined with my own experiences, puts me right in front of 'em! For me, when a speaker makes you feel "that way", it's doing it's job. I look forward to 2025 and new content from you guys! Thanks!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Thank you so much!
@alensinani5190
@alensinani5190 Күн бұрын
I’ve been waiting for ten years to watch someone review these speakers this extensively. You did it with flying colors!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@rrd1975
@rrd1975 Күн бұрын
Stereophile reviewed the Beolab 90s back in November of 2017. You may want to check their site for the review, and the Beolabs were ranked class A.
@GordonBlack-mp6tb
@GordonBlack-mp6tb Күн бұрын
People don’t watch Top Gear to see cars that they can afford. They want to experience the art of the possible. Much like your channel, you test drive the whole gamut of interesting products available, which makes your channel so special. Keep it up. 👍
@jasonallen1205
@jasonallen1205 Күн бұрын
I agree. I love the engineering and the pursuit of excellence....while many of us put posters of exotic cars on our walls as kids....nobody puts posters of speakers on their wall. 😂
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 8 сағат бұрын
This is one of my favorite comments, Gordon. Thank you.
@scuderianorreno
@scuderianorreno Күн бұрын
Unlike most audiophile stuff that looks garish and tacky, these are absolutely gorgeous!
@Monsux
@Monsux Күн бұрын
It's always good to have those dream setups for every hobby. I might think these are the ultimate dream speakers that I never own. While someone else might think the same about my custom PC setup. Then someone else might dream about that person's home or a car. Or just family stuff… It's good to have dream things or goals, even if you never get them. I've had years of specific goal in my mind that I've worked on my free time. It's almost done, and I get that, “I finally did it” feeling. Now it's time to set another goal. I wish that others also set the similar type of goals.
@hpschreck07
@hpschreck07 Күн бұрын
I have always been a big fan of B&O starting in the late 70’s. This, like the Porsche 911 was always a dream brand for me and I’ve admired the marriage between style and technology. Great review on the 90’s. Now I want to go to my local shop and give them a listen. Thank you Andrew 🙏
@hermj
@hermj Күн бұрын
We enjoy good sound at our house, and just as much, good writing. Our proverbial hats off to you, Mr. Robinson.
@jeffreythurston1822
@jeffreythurston1822 Күн бұрын
I love that these speakers brought out all that emotion and passion in you. You really can’t put a price tag on that. I was fortunate enough to get my dream speakers this past summer. The new Wilson WATT/Puppy. I too can’t ever hear enough music. Everything sounds so good and moving. It’s an experience everyone should have if they love music.
@Newman79-zg6yw
@Newman79-zg6yw 15 сағат бұрын
What a new year gift, thank you Andrew for this review! The 90s have been my dream speakers for a while, but very few reviews of it online or on KZbin. I hope I will have the good fortune to hear these beauties sing proud some day.
@JohnFinney1
@JohnFinney1 3 сағат бұрын
This has been, hands down, the best review you've ever made! There's so much joy!!
@michaelrossmaessler200
@michaelrossmaessler200 Күн бұрын
I can just imagine a cat looking up at these and thinking, "have our alien overlords arrived ?". 😁 That being said, thanks for the review Andrew. I wouldn't turn down an opportunity hearing what these can do and I'm glad you had a good time with them.
@brianmceachern7906
@brianmceachern7906 Күн бұрын
I love your comment about just losing yourself in the music and how the speaker does that for you. I’ll never be able to afford or even want to spend that kind of money on those speakers, but that feeling is what we all are after. I just auditioned a pair of Raidho X1.6’s and the Technics 700 amp and started to get that feeling myself. No matter if you can afford $1500 or $150000 for equipment; that feeling of just enjoying your music is what we strive for. Great video Andrew.
@billythestalker
@billythestalker 16 сағат бұрын
Thank you for the review. Very impressive what can be done with a high budget, active DSP, and many drivers. Such an interesting product and a great insight into what the future holds. It's a great time to be into audio 👍
@jayjohnson3732
@jayjohnson3732 Күн бұрын
I’ve known for a while that high end audio extended to truly absurd levels of technology and cost, but DAAYUUM.
@JimboJason
@JimboJason Күн бұрын
Wow! Thanks for the review. Congratulations on getting to a level of KZbin success, where you have the opportunity to review a set of speakers of this caliber.
@johnniek72
@johnniek72 Күн бұрын
Thank you Andrew for this excellent video, you conveyed your very personal and emotional experience with the 90s beautifully. And your summation in the last three minutes, including the comparison to teenage yearning for a countach, superb. Entertaining and inspiring. May we all endeavour to be fortunate enough to own a pair! Greetings from Spain 😎
@Evertb1
@Evertb1 Күн бұрын
I don't see a problem with you having an emotional response on the 90s. To me music is all about emotion. If a speaker is able to make you forget the speaker and just start an emotional journey with your music you are golden. I am currently very satisfied with my own set-up (self build speakers) but I would love to have a session with the 90s. You know you are doing well as soon as you start listening to album after album and just loose yourself in the music.
@DrewPera
@DrewPera Күн бұрын
I've wanted your take on these since i found your channel. What a treat! Now I can't wait for Kristi to chime in.
@tfk40
@tfk40 Күн бұрын
Thanks for bringing us along on this journey. While I will never own a speaker of this caliber it's still fun to see them and hear about them on your channel. I am envious of your experience 😀
@PhillipKnox
@PhillipKnox Күн бұрын
In all the reviews I've watched you cover equipment, I've never, and I mean as a long term listener, ever seen you so "giddy" with excitement - good on you!
@dcpayne5264
@dcpayne5264 Күн бұрын
Well done Andrew. So few videos actually discussing the 90s. I know they are out of the reach for 99%, but still great to see them being discussed. I think your channel does a good job at demonstrating different ranges of gear.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 8 сағат бұрын
Thank you. We try!
@frankhugh2052
@frankhugh2052 10 сағат бұрын
I’ve heard these on 2 separate occasions in completely different spaces in 2 different countries and both occasions happened by chance . I don’t have anywhere near Andrews knowledge or experience when listening to supposed high end equipment. These stopped me dead in my tracks on both occasions. Nice to hear a hifi guy giving these the credit they do deserve.
@ayguy9855
@ayguy9855 Күн бұрын
I should really start playing the lottery. I would love a pair of these. Your channel helped me pick out my sound bar a couple years, the Beosound Stage. Thank you for that. I got lucky with the timing and got it on sale for under 13.000 DKK, under 2k USD with tax. One of my best purchases ever.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 8 сағат бұрын
The Stage is so good. Thanks for watching!
@smsd31
@smsd31 Күн бұрын
During our pursuit of 'better' sound, I think we sometimes forget that the true purpose of our systems is to get lost in the music and feel its emotional impact. It's easy to get caught up in the hunt for the next best thing, but with a system like the B&O 90's, we are reminded to enjoy the music as an art form. I wonder if many audiophiles are more drawn to the hobby of comparison, upgrading, and tweaking than to the music itself. I know I am guilty of that! That's also one of the reasons why I appreciate Kristi's perspective so much-she truly focuses on the music and the end use of the product. It's refreshing and grounding! Thank you both! ❤
@znoozaros
@znoozaros Күн бұрын
As a neurodivergent person I'm definitely more drawn into the hobby of comparing, upgrading, and tweaking than to the music itself
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 13 сағат бұрын
Thank you for your comment and support. I think many in the hobby are more drawn to the gear than maybe the act of listening to it, which I'm not knocking, I'm just saying it as a likely reality. To each their own, for me, while this is my job, I'm amazed how more relaxed I am in my daily life when I get to stop caring about the gear and just do the thing I want to do, which is watch or listen to my favorite content. Have a great rest of your day and thanks again for your generosity.
@robk5745
@robk5745 Күн бұрын
This is definitely future hifi, even looks like a pair of aliens hahah. I don’t get all the negative comments, I like hearing about new and crazy stuff, especially with a new approach. I love that they are subtle and unassuming in their sound, while also being beasts. Crazy cool speakers.
@johnpischedda6951
@johnpischedda6951 22 сағат бұрын
Ultimate Future Fi ! Darko would be frothing!
@robk5745
@robk5745 5 сағат бұрын
@@johnpischedda6951 love the innovation and ideas here
@ScheleIndiaan
@ScheleIndiaan Күн бұрын
Happy new (y)ear both of you. Thanks for this! I enjoyed your passion for this product. Truly an endgame setup. Looking forward to the video's that are upcoming this year.
@Max-gc3bp
@Max-gc3bp Күн бұрын
It’s been a long time coming to finally have some flagship B&O in your home and you’ve made the wait worth it with this fantastic review! Beolab 90 is truly something else. They are a testament of this hobby to push technical limits to eardrum decimating levels whilst making us smile from ear to ear. Great review as always! - The question is where do you go from here? 😂
@Cy_AV
@Cy_AV Күн бұрын
Andrew this will be tuff when they have to leave and be returned. It's so difficult when you get a taste then have to return a product such as this. Thank you for taking one for the team.
@LanceB1960
@LanceB1960 Күн бұрын
Your video was beautifully shot and narrated. You made me feel YOUR experience and while I will never have a pair of the 90's, you set my imagination into overdrive as to what they sound like. One your best reviews, ever. Happy New Year to you, Kristi and Kadie!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Thank you so much, I really appreciate your feedback and kindness. Thank you for watching and happy New Year to you, too!
@raydm4015
@raydm4015 Күн бұрын
I bet they sound fantastic. Just an interesting fact; the Scan-Speak drivers alone in both speakers combined are worth €10000. Not to mention all the amplifiers, crossovers and other tech that are inside. I can imagine a lot of work and money went into the cabinets and all the R&D as well.
@VEC7ORlt
@VEC7ORlt Күн бұрын
More like all the hardware in those speakers is about 10k.
@raydm4015
@raydm4015 Күн бұрын
@VEC7ORlt Hardware, you mean as in amplifiers, crossover network and electronics? Could be.. Would be interesting to know what's inside
@VEC7ORlt
@VEC7ORlt Күн бұрын
@@raydm4015 I'd guess nothing outrageously special - multiple amplifier modules, dsp + adc/dacs, multiple drivers and a power supply.
@raydm4015
@raydm4015 Күн бұрын
@@VEC7ORltI think it would probably be several tens of thousands of Euros to make a pair of those speakers in terms of materials and hardware. The cabinet is made from aluminium which is poured in a steel mould and milled down. And then there are the people who assemble them together and test them. I am watching a development video of those speakers right now here on YT. They made quite a few prototypes. There is so much that comes to mind when designing, developing and building such a speaker. Ofcourse they would need to make a profit on it, which is still a fairy big one probably.
@EuphoriusLife
@EuphoriusLife Күн бұрын
And here I am ogling at the Beolab 50; hope you get to review them too. Thanks for sharing your dream!
@MisterJDavis
@MisterJDavis Күн бұрын
Starting the year off with a big Bang!! Great to have y’all back. Thank you for sharing this experience!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Appreciate you tuning in and joining us! Hope you had a great holiday.
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
MisterJ! How are you? HNY.
@MisterJDavis
@MisterJDavis Күн бұрын
@@andrewrobinsonreviews Mine was great! I hope you enjoyed your break and spent your time doing as you please.
@MisterJDavis
@MisterJDavis Күн бұрын
@@KristiWright Hi Kristi!! Happy New Year to you as well! I’m doing well and excited for what’s to come this year. How are you?
@rich-s6c
@rich-s6c 15 сағат бұрын
Great review. I had a poster of a Porsche 959 when I was a kid. 😂
@Disinf3ctant
@Disinf3ctant Күн бұрын
I've waited a long time for this day. Thanks Andrew and Kristi
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Hope it was worth the wait. Thank you for watching!
@taras4952
@taras4952 Күн бұрын
Great review Andrew. I'm not in a tax bracket that permits me to consider a $150K stereo purchase but it IS great to dream.
@MattyDaddy14
@MattyDaddy14 Күн бұрын
I wasn’t even gonna watch this video due to obvious out of my price range reasons… SO GLAD I did!!! 🎉 I never thought a speaker like this could even exist!!! I can not believe the capability of these speakers with the core box! Thank you for doing this video!! And yes, please do the full Atmos setup!! To be able to duplicate what these do would cost a ton and still prob not come close! 🎉 these are sooo cool!!!! 🎉
@Mikipedia
@Mikipedia Күн бұрын
This is an amazing review, well done! I am honestly pleasantly surprised that it seemed to be such an emotional journey for you guys, I take it to mean that I am not crazy for having gone through the same thing 😜
@pj1333
@pj1333 Күн бұрын
To be honest, I came for the comments. Was hoping for more, ahem "value" remarks. Disappointed and was looking forward to some "Blacktail Studio" snark! JK... Great review BTW. I think this is your best one so far. Your camera shots, editing, rehearsing lines, and articulating your topic were ON POINT! Dare I say TOO perfect? Ala NAD M33? (See what I did there?? Lol. Love you guys!
@user-gs4oi1fm4l
@user-gs4oi1fm4l 13 сағат бұрын
Learned a lot about B&O in this video. Thanks Andrew and Kristi
@khoatrieudinh7596
@khoatrieudinh7596 Күн бұрын
Always such a cozy comforting vibe when I hangout here❤
@hiortintexasracing
@hiortintexasracing Күн бұрын
So once you have lived with these and one day your test is over, the speakers are placed back in the boxes and rolled away. Can you ever go back to anything else ?
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 19 сағат бұрын
That is what I’m dealing with right now. Stay tuned.
@BruceMolinar
@BruceMolinar 13 сағат бұрын
Dr Robinson, great review. I say "Dr" with the most respect for such an artistically crafted review with beautiful articulate language, that you have convinced me you have a doctorate in English. Kristi, did you right this for him? Bravo. All kidding aside, great review and your carefully crafted verbiage convinced me just how special this speaker really is in your mind. Kristi just needs to hit the lottery now. I'll take the SVS Titans to make room for the B&O 90's when they arrive the lucky Robinson house. You have set the bar higher this year as future reviews will be a challenge to compete with and hurdle this great well written review. Happy New Year to you Andrew, and Dr. Kristi Wright.
@gerryabbott
@gerryabbott Күн бұрын
Once again your abolute passion and honesty shines through in this wonderful review. Probably selling them short calling them 'speakers'...
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
What a kind comment. Thank you for watching.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
For me, in terms of my mental health, I didn't end 2024 on the strongest footing, so having these in-house to relax, reset, and reprioritize was so nice and, honestly, needed. They were more than speakers to me this past month or so.
@billarmstrong5568
@billarmstrong5568 Күн бұрын
Very nuanced analysis of the precise appeal of B&O. And why audiophile neurotics will never allow themselves the opportunity to discover that their products actually sound really good too.
@tommcclure8727
@tommcclure8727 Күн бұрын
Apparently, the recovering audiophile has fallen off the wagon.
@WardoUSA
@WardoUSA Күн бұрын
No doubt 😂
@anthonydickinson9293
@anthonydickinson9293 Күн бұрын
Portraying a speaker like the Beolab 90 is quite the task. Once again Robinson your talent in doing so came across so well I can clearly imagine hearing them myself. If that opportunity ever arises I'm sure the expirience will be better than I could imagine, but not too far off from what you passionately discribed. Cheers to a wonderful 2025 for the both of you!🥃
@goorackerelite
@goorackerelite Күн бұрын
Nice!!! I love the design. Gonna get them for my living room and enjoy some tunes on it.
@dr.emilschaffhausen4683
@dr.emilschaffhausen4683 Күн бұрын
What will your source be?
@goorackerelite
@goorackerelite Күн бұрын
@@dr.emilschaffhausen4683iPad. I’m no audiophile
@zackbone1327
@zackbone1327 Күн бұрын
Those are wild. I’m glad something like that exists. Maybe one day it will be within reach. Thanks for reviewing it.
@hyrel668
@hyrel668 Күн бұрын
Oooh these look nice! Can't wait to watch the video, I just got a new TV so I need some speakers! I sure hope they're not over one grand!
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
HAHAH.
@jarrodsplace
@jarrodsplace Күн бұрын
The beolab 5 is my speaker for exactly what you talk about here. yes the 90's are better but the feeling i get from my beolab 5's is unlike any other speaker. And like you Andrew, if i combined all the money i'd spent over the years, i could have bought Beolab 5's when they were new but instead i get a troublesome 2nd hand pair. But like vintage cars need maintenance to keep enjoying, so does vintage hifi so i'm happy(ish) to keep them up and running.
@jdekong3945
@jdekong3945 Күн бұрын
well done B&O, great review Andrew, happy new year to you both
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Thank you so much and thank you for watching!
@jdekong3945
@jdekong3945 Күн бұрын
@@andrewrobinsonreviews had to watch it again, you did a superb job at conveying the excellence of the B&Os, fantastic
@gavriushka
@gavriushka Күн бұрын
I absolutely put audio equipment into art category. Especially something like this. B&W 800 series is art. Wilson Audio design is art. Especially when they give you the emotions and joy while listening to music as well. This one is such a stunning speaker. I would choose different design for sure, but regardless, it’s fabulous. And important thing, I’m actually very much happy they went with a fully powered design at such a high price point. I think that’s the best decision they’ve made here, basically putting other high end manufacturers on notice with it. I very much believe this in no way is irrelevant even if I think there probably isn’t a single person that can actually afford a pair of these in here. These are a statement, a test of technology and a testament to timelessness. If you buy these, you forget about buying a pair of speakers for life and pass these on to your children that hopefully are just as geeky and passionate about sound and music as you are. I believe this tech will trickle down in years to come, or at least I really hope it will, because that’s what usually happens with things like these. What an absolute joyous way to start a year, I have to say, I didn’t expect it to be the first video of the year. Bravo. It looks fantastic, sounds fantastic and as always is an amazing review. It easily and right away shows just how much work you’ve put into this. The progress this channel has seen in the short few years is nothing less than astonishing! If I ever win a lottery, this is my end all speaker. I’ll buy two pairs though, one for me one for y’all. That’s a word! 😊 Hope everyone is enjoying their Sunday! Best wishes to all!
@techsamurai11
@techsamurai11 12 сағат бұрын
"products that blend into your lifestyle rather than dictate it" - you're in rare form today. B&O may want to trademark that.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 9 сағат бұрын
Oh, I'm sure they're thinking about it and without permission.
@Egofileo1
@Egofileo1 22 сағат бұрын
Happy new year to you Andrew (anche Christie). This is THE review I was waiting for, and as usual you deliver it in your perfect style, the one that I admire. Dreams sometimes are for free, and dream to a Beosound 90 is something I'm doing since a while now. What a speakers, and eco-system, but mostly, what a Music and emotions generator... awsome. Thanks again and if this is the start for 2025, I can't wait to see how the story goes :) Cheers.
@Harry-Giles
@Harry-Giles Күн бұрын
If you are going to follow up a small break with a review of something like the B&O 90 then take plenty of breaks. LOL. Awesome review. Thanks guys. I love that these are sculptural and not just a routine form factor.
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
😍
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Appreciate that Harry. Happy New Year to you and yours and here's to a fun 2025.
@SCAudiophile
@SCAudiophile Күн бұрын
Outstanding review and "down to Earth" approach regarding audio in general, and focusing on a great speaker system!
@glord49
@glord49 Күн бұрын
Andrew excellent review.
@reTokyo
@reTokyo Күн бұрын
What a sweet way to start the year, wish you two a happy new year!
@usonian11
@usonian11 Күн бұрын
What a fun review!
@rafv14
@rafv14 20 сағат бұрын
Thank you for this excellent review. I enjoy all of your videos but this time you have outdone yourself! Even though this is way beyond what I would be able to spend on audio equipment, I will be looking out for opportunities to experience them thanks to your video. Happy New Year!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 12 сағат бұрын
I appreciate that!
@fletchermunson6225
@fletchermunson6225 Күн бұрын
The world is full of things you cant afford so get over it. I am constantly amazed at people who spend their precious lives roiling in envy and resentment for people with greater means. Seems like a waste of your most valuable asset...time. You only get so much so dont waste it. The fact that you are on this channel and have any kind of audio system means you can afford a life that is incredibly better than tens of millions of people on this planet. You can start enjoying your life more by never uttering the words "It must be nice." because it makes you sound like a self pitying loser. Be thankful for what you have and the time and health to enjoy it.
@everything777
@everything777 Күн бұрын
Eh? Just because someone acknowledges that something "must be nice" doesn't mean any of the things you're accusing them of in your post are even remotely accurate 😂
@Gamerboots
@Gamerboots Күн бұрын
Wow. What a selfish and narrow minded take. Some people are struggling to afford to stay alive, people are dying, so yeah. When we see people who could be making a difference act snobby? That's when I get pissed off. I have no problem with people using their money to buy something they can afford and enjoy. There is a limit however where the wealth becomes grossly over kept and undeserved. Particularly billionaires. There's also a question of "are these products ACTUALLY worth what the manufacturer and brand are selling them for? With no transparency about production cost, profit margin, Internal business mindset or customer support, we have no idea if these things only cost $10k to make, $20k or whatever, and the company is just packing away money on the backs of people who think they have something magical. It feels gross to me personally.
@veritas4511
@veritas4511 Күн бұрын
@@fletchermunson6225 another perspective: if Congress packaged a bill that ensured every American resident (citizen or otherwise) could own a pair of these it would cost a minimum of 52.5 B US pesos, which really isn’t much.
@tl9568
@tl9568 Күн бұрын
What a disgusting narrow-minded comment.
@everything777
@everything777 Күн бұрын
@@veritas4511 you made a whoopsie. 341 million people multiplied by USD155,000 equals 52,855,000,000,000 (52.855 trillion).
@scottcartwright1727
@scottcartwright1727 Күн бұрын
Sounds like real joy Andrew, I’m saving up my $$ already can’t wait to hear them
@mattwatson3721
@mattwatson3721 Күн бұрын
Happy New Year! Can’t wait for the unplugged!
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
See you, Friday! HNY!
@donovanvargas2148
@donovanvargas2148 16 сағат бұрын
Great review and wonderful product!! Now it’s time to decide if I buy a house or this… probably a house!
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews 13 сағат бұрын
Shelter first. Always. :)
@davidtomsett
@davidtomsett 19 сағат бұрын
Many years ago I sold B&O audio and tv in retail and they have always led with industrial design and superb quality.
@spood87839
@spood87839 Күн бұрын
Imagine walking in on your cat sharpening it's claws on those grills.
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
That would be sad for the cat. :) Hopefully, the sound would make them leave them alone.
@tomypreach
@tomypreach Күн бұрын
The first time I hear them I was taken to a different place. I honestly had a spiritual experience, i hear music i had heard before, but discovered new things about it, I hadn’t heard before. They blew my mind.
@audiovideotech9777
@audiovideotech9777 Күн бұрын
How does that compare to the Sony SSCS5 Bookshelf speaker?
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
*Haven't you heard? The SSCS5 comes with a bat, so you can DESTROY every other speaker you ever encounter.*
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
Funny.
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
@@KristiWright 😂
@audiovideotech9777
@audiovideotech9777 Күн бұрын
@andrewrobinsonreviews comparison test is needed
@andrewrobinsonreviews
@andrewrobinsonreviews Күн бұрын
I just did it and we finally found a loudspeaker the SSCS5 isn't better than. Thanks for watching (seriously, though, thanks for watching).
@phoenixrising4073
@phoenixrising4073 Күн бұрын
I love that products like this exist. It's got the sonic goods and a completely unique construction that is high quaality. I would argue that in the high end space, these are reasonably priced. Something to aspire to. Even if this isn't your cup of tea, you have to appreciate the innovation and inspiring design. Great review as well. 10/10.
@rolf-arnesand2304
@rolf-arnesand2304 Күн бұрын
Not in proximity of my financial range but thanks for the peak under the hood. Knew of the speaker but I was not aware of the insane amount of speaker drives and amplifiers.
@jlayfield
@jlayfield 13 сағат бұрын
Wow!!! Outstanding review as usual I had no idea that B&O made such a speaker system for a home Wish i could have heard them. Keep up the great reviews and tha k you for sharing
@MultiJonsson
@MultiJonsson Күн бұрын
What a way to kick off 2025 👌
@roccobruno8027
@roccobruno8027 2 сағат бұрын
Although not active speakers I can only hope you're able to review the MBL 101 E MKII or MBL 111 F. On a separate note, reviewing either of the German Physiks PQS-302 or the Carbon MK IV would also be great. Additionally a non-omnidirectional speaker like the Monitor Audio Hyphn.
@eduardovillalon7496
@eduardovillalon7496 Күн бұрын
They are just Gorgeous! Beautiful piece of artwork. Congrats for the review Andrew, extraordinary! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@warrenfourie511
@warrenfourie511 Күн бұрын
Wow. Didn’t expect this review so soon. As someone who vividly remembers first setting eyes on b&o products at a friend of friend’s when I was 14/15 (the dad was a wealthy lawyer) I’ve been a fan of the brand for 30odd years. As I’ve mentioned before I have a few b&o products of my own now in part from watching your reviews. Even tho the app still drops some of the speakers too often for my liking, it is true that these products just make music fun and easy and a part of daily life in a way nothing else on the market can. There is something about the b&o way/sound that you recognize as excellent but don’t need to analyze the way you do with traditional kit. You focus on the music not the equipment which is a true gift.
@PieroC
@PieroC Күн бұрын
Hearing the intro I thought I was watching an art documentary brought to us by Andrew
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
That's what he was going for!
@PieroC
@PieroC Күн бұрын
You both nailed it!
@Jonziebal
@Jonziebal Күн бұрын
YES!! Great review! B90s have been a dream speaker for me since their release. And I will own one some day
@JKadison
@JKadison Күн бұрын
Great review of such a unique product
@andreasglende4952
@andreasglende4952 Күн бұрын
Happy New Year and thanks for another great review 👍🏽 This resonates with my own experience with Beolab speakers. After many years of HiFi «nevrosis» with a constant search for better components, I realized that I had ended up only playing music that sounded great on my setup. Did I listen to my gear or to the music? After ending up with Beolab 50, I slowly started to listen to the music I love again rather than «audiophile» tracks. I wish I could afford the 90’s, but I’m truly happy with my 50’s. No need to worry about the need to upgrade amp or cables 🙂
@harisjaved1379
@harisjaved1379 Күн бұрын
This is pretty mind blowing when a floor standing is beating a 17 inch sub, impressive.
@pieflies
@pieflies Күн бұрын
Considering the specs and price of the Beolab 90 I don’t think it’s surprising at all. I’d be extremely surprised if the SVS was better.
@boneseyyl1060
@boneseyyl1060 Күн бұрын
I am impressed by the design of this speaker. Of course it is B and O, a company that really seems to think outside of the box, so no surprise there. The Wilson Chronos seem crude in comparison. The power specs are a little crazy, though. I can see whole cities going dark if two people decide to use them at the same time. My hope would be that they could scale this thing down a bit to mere mortals level. I have been thinking for a while that traditional receiver based , X.4 channel systems are becoming obsolete. And speakers like this only convince me more, that this is where we are heading. Who needs a dozen speakers when two can fill your room with 3 dimensional sound. Great job B & O, keep 'em coming.
@ToddAngele
@ToddAngele 16 сағат бұрын
I’m definitely questioning my own reasons for watching this video too 😂 but here’s to dreaming 😂😂
@Dreez76
@Dreez76 Күн бұрын
Happy new year Andrew and Kristi . Thank you for your informative videos. I bought myself a xmas gift in the form of Jamo D590 in new condition, and they blew me away with their sound.
@KristiWright
@KristiWright Күн бұрын
That's awesome!! HNY.
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