What Makes The 90s One of the Best Speakers? Bang & Olufsen Beolab 90

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

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[@bzdtemp]

Love the review and today's followup. Thank you to both Kristi and you. I now wanna find a way to get to listen to a pair. Except I am also sort of scared to do so, simply because I fear what I have now won't feel good enough anymore. I once had the privilege of listening to a set of Watt Puppy and even speaking to Mr. David Wilson. That was years ago and I was just past being a teenager, but the experience was something that inspired me to think of audio gear as more that for background music + occasional parties - something I am eternally grateful for. However I also haven't been able to replicate the impact of hearing the Watt Puppies, however I can rationalize it to be that at the time I must have been easier to impress (and also having perfect young hearing).

[@Beer_Dad1975]

@@bzdtemp The law of diminishing returns apply - if you already have a great set of speakers, and $150K is a lot of money to you, you'll probably be fine. These are really for the super wealthy who don't think twice about dropping the price of a decent house on an audio system. As you note, at some point, especially once you are middle aged or past - your ears become the weakest link.

[@guycord]

I was fortunate enough to buy the BL90s back in 2017 (ordered in 2016, £54k new back then and the 4th pair ever sold to a customer). You have summarised everything I have experienced with the 90s. With a 65 Theatre, BL8s, Celestials and Kaleidescape…..they are Awsome.

[@noahmospan5660]

@@guycord wow, they’ve nearly tripled in price? Insane

[@warrensparkes1223]

FINANCIAL ADVICE.....people....... listen to what he is saying!!!

[@cweednz]

Apart from my house (and buying into a business), I’ve paid cash for everything. Paying interest to banks is like throwing your money away. If I took a loan for something like the 90’s, I think I would end up resending them and the financial noose they would represent.

[@Rubmaster]

They don't match my style, but if they did. I would 😇

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Apologies for the sound errors early in the video, it sounds like we got a little feedback that I missed. My sincerest apologies.

[@KristiWright]

Not allowed! Delete your account, Robinson. 😆

[@LeezahB]

There’s still an occasional echo, especially when Kristi speaks.

[@LeezahB]

@@KristiWrightHa ha!!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

@@LeezahB I know what happened. We locked the edit and the sound mix. However, BEFORE we uploaded the video to KZbin, we made a last-minute change. That change knocked Kristi's dialog stem out of sync with MY dialog stem by a few frames, which is why when we're both talking at once, you hear what sounds like feedback or a microphone "echo."

[@txerapng]

@@andrewrobinsonreviews it happens, don’t beat yourself up because of it, Andrew.

[@joshgeurink2131]

I love Unplugged. As some who has the tendency to buy too much stuff because of KZbin, this show is so refreshing to hear productive conversation on audio and the individual experience. The conversation on only buying what you can afford and necessity vs luxury is so important in any expensive hobby.

[@MichelLinschoten]

Andrew you just scored massive points for being realistic. You're absolutely right I have friends that spend 34k on dacs and 20k on just a tonearm all on credit. It's the dumbest thing a person can do, and they try to justify it as some of your viewers suggested "but you're going to own it " , "it's your hobby it's a good investment" It's the dumbest mindset you can possibly have. It's amazing how honest and open you are about the financial side of things.

[@raygrijalva]

Bought my B&O 28's based on your review and the audition, and will never regret the purchase.

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

Me too. I did do into a B&O showroom to listen to them. Today, at current prices I might look elsewhere - I paid £7k for my gold Beolab 28 and even at that price point there is competition.

[@LeezahB]

Such great advice regarding taking loans. I learned that the hard way as well. It’s such a great feeling not to be in debt!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

I got into horrific debt coming out of college and upon starting my first job, and I just kept digging myself deeper. After about a decade of wanton spending, life smacked me in the face, and I spent the latter part of my 20s and all of my thirties climbing out. I literally celebrated 40 by paying off the last of my debt.

[@gavriushka]

Amen to that!

[@LeezahB]

@@andrewrobinsonreviews it’s not easy.

[@benoitouelloninstallateura1790]

It’s impossible for people to understand the feeling you have when you hear a system at this level., unless they experience it for themselves. You stop analyzing… Is there enough bass, is there too much? How is the mid range? How is the imaging? You just enjoy the music , and you are no longer analyzing the equipment. Very few people have the chance to hear a sound so effortless, detailed, and engaging. You did a excellent job describing this in words. But at the end of the day, you have to experience it for yourself. As an AV installer , I only have two customers that have systems like this. Every time I go back and listen to them, I am always impressed! This doesn’t happen often! But it does it every time I have the privilege to hear them. Keep up the excellent work, both of you!

[@tonto10bears]

I agree. The first system I ever heard (at this level) was in 1989: a pair of Infinite Kappa 9s driven by Yamaha electronics, MX-1000 amps for each speaker, etc. That experience has stuck with me to this day. It is hard to describe something like that to someone that just doesn't have any context. It was truly eye-opening and put me firmly on the audiophile journey.

[@dajikbatarang1]

Best advice. Never go into debt for things if you cant afford to buy it cash.

[@LeezahB]

I agree!

[@bikepower1378]

too late sorry

[@Urinehere]

There is nothing wrong with debt if you do it smart.

[@MasterofPlay7]

I just buy chifi, they sounded awesome

[@Urinehere]

@ yeah I wouldn’t go that far. That’s called endless debt.

[@thesinwi]

That's the beauty of audio, you can play whatever you want and find out about new artists/bands along the way

[@aaronfrench8322]

Gosh you two kicking ass again! I really love your approach to this set of speakers, very realistic and healthy perspectives throughout. I absolutely do not see these as “overpriced” as it is very relative to the buyer of a product in this range. I love that you view them like that rather than being the next every other KZbinr or snob that immediately calls them “So outrageously overpriced, not worth it!” just after seeing the thumbnail…. Anyways, keep up the good work.

[@ausboof]

Mate,, so glad you got to experience them. You both deserve it. I feel lucky with the Marantz/Dali system I have. One thing I especially like about it. I paid for it. Great advice Andrew.

[@csaba5415]

I am not a regular follower of yours guys but this conversation has been extremely good to listen to. Very honest, very thoughtful and thought-provoking. Philosophical indeed, almost poetic. I might have to watch it all over again. All I can say is thank you to both of you.

[@mwwillms]

Thanks!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thank you so much!!

[@soyanchd5439]

8:32 to 10:53 people need to listen carefully to that. That was a great bit of wisdom. Thank you sir, I needed that.

[@KeithHeinrich]

I suspect there's a point at which many of us will have considered to have well and truly arrived. I imagine being in the presence of the B&O 90's easily fall into that category. What a fantastic experience to have them in your listening space to audition.

[@jeancena8761]

Love B&O, love your videos. Would love to see more active speakers featured, would also to love to see you guys test a stereo pair of Devialet Phantoms!

[@philipschrantz8402]

I find the whole debate around things like PEQ, DSP, room correction, etc. laughable. As a long time live sound FOH engineer and recording guy, these technologies are broadly used in both live audio and nearly every recording studio in the world and are essential to the production of the source material they try to defend so preciously. Bottom line - they’re like any other tool. It can be used well or badly, depending on the skill and knowledge of the user.

[@KeithHeinrich]

For sure. The tools are there to be used. Purists have no idea what they are missing out on.

[@adamyelle4901]

I think it was Darko who said in this hobby if you can't afford to buy it twice, it's out of your price range. That one stuck with me.

[@duraiden]

Totally agreed on room correction. I was always a purist when it came to any EQ/tone controls. Warmed up to it a bit after hearing time alignment at work in a car system. Finally gave it a shot myself with REW and a MiniDSP and frankly it is transformative.

[@ForecastCallsForDom]

Top notch content as always. This was a good reminder that 150k gets you more than a speaker. It's all inclusive: amps, wires, connectivity, room correction, service, etc... Still not in my budget 😂 but a better value proposition. Also I really appreciate that you invite all and for all to come as you are. You bet I would blast all sorts of "non audiofile" music if given the chance. You wanna blast Sabatoge, go for it! 🤘

[@dkresheck]

I show my wife these in order to justify $3K for a pair of Cabasse Rialtos. It just might work!

[@lizzytgolf1]

This review was just the wake up call we needed…just because you don’t have $150,000 for speakers doesn’t mean that you don’t deserve to have great sounding speakers and with Andrew and Kristi explaining how speakers affect them you get an idea of how “such and such speakers” will affect you saving a lot of people money and time finding what works for them!!! Love your content it’s very well balanced especially when Kristi calls Andrew out for being a bit much and he laughs at himself and gets back to reality…you’re both great!!!

[@AggMeisTer28]

The way your head went down when you said it's been packed and sent away 😂

[@BryanRuby]

I really enjoyed this video. Andrew, I always feel it's a treat when your videos not only focus on audio and home theater...but also lifestyle choices. Thanks to both you and Kristi for sharing your experience!

[@henrikf9015]

The best review of a speaker and the things in life in between that I’ve ever listened to.

[@jruhhh]

Came for the speaker insight, left with sound financial advice. Much respect man.

[@iwearlongsleeves]

Hi Andrew, thx for sharing this video with us... also thx for great advice starting at 9:35 onward... very wise and genuine advice... i've made purchases that i almost instantly regretted afterwards... and i totally agree with you... so i'll follow your advice starting this year... wishing you happy, successful, and all the best in 2025...

[@Delion420]

I don’t really if ever comment on your channel. I so appreciate your comment about being financially responsible. Don’t finance luxuries. Thanks Robinson.

[@bikdav]

Years ago, I heard a jaw dropping high end audio system that I could not come close to affording or fitting into the home. But, because of that experience, I had a “reference” to judge equipment that I could comfortably afford.

[@djtranceporter855]

so which system was that?

[@bikdav]

@ As I remember it (again it was years ago), the speakers were some large THEIL towers. The amp and preamp were AUDIO RESEARCH. I don’t remember what CD player brand. I didn’t look at the cabling. I was just impressed with the sound as it was.

[@djtranceporter855]

@@bikdav insteresting! Thanks for the quick reply :) never heard of THEIL/Thiel?before. I just had a look and there are some quite affordable one now on the second hand market

[@NA26626]

I like the idea of that final comment since you can equate it to any other hobby. I just hiked a couple of parks I've wanted to for years, but there's always another taller mountain that I'm not fit enough for, or can't afford to get there, or something else. Always enjoy the videos and grounded viewpoint, even with stuff worth more than I can dream of!

[@195516Z]

I live in an apartment complex with many small apartments and I see through their windows televisions so big there is hardly room for anything else. They take up the entire wall, no exaggeration ! Perhaps the analogy isn't apropos but I think I can understand how ones desire for something like this can be addicting. Very interesting dialog. Thanks.

[@Darrylizer1]

Very Fahrenheit 451.

[@movie_av_impulse]

1:09:25 what an amazing way to end a video 👏🏽👏🏽

[@benjamin_lecomte]

The review make me think of my experience with the HE1 of Sennheiser, when you experience it, it make you cry, it's an headphone all in one that cost a CAR but the experience of everyone who reviewed it or heard it was the same,, if we had 70-80K to spend on it, we would, the experience in a quiet room is just on another level ! But you the price is a hard stopper. You're description of the 90 make me really think of it !

[@robertellington453]

I’ve been watching your videos for some time now and base many of my audio/video decisions on your reviews and knowledge. I will say, I’ve gained soooo much respect for Kristi since she aid she busted out the Beastie Boys ❤️

[@michaelsparrow4798]

So when I shared a screenshot of these (including the price) with my wife, and mentioned that the price includes delivery and setup, her response was: "Will they carry your bags out for you as they are leaving?" ;-)

[@guystpierrecomposer]

Nice to dream, would love to hear that! Talking of active speaker, the Buchardt A10 have 3 amp driving 1 single purify woofer. (6 wires attach to one driver). Plus the tweeter. 4 amp in one speaker and the digital crossover for that + a Dac in each speaker. So the designer have a ton of control on the system. (Sound fantastic)

[@jsackett42160]

Kristi said "Screw it"😂😂 ..Beasties FTW🤘🤘🤘

[@mladenbasic1]

Amazing how you are so detail oriented that you matched your shirt with the coffee table.

[@theformerbuttler]

I feel like you should do an episode on your story and how you got back on your feet. It seems like a lot of people could benefit from the reality of someone that went through it. If it's too personal, totally understand.

[@gavriushka]

I love the conversation about living life with less. The 90s are a dream speaker. They’re a dream, one that makes you think harder, do better and achieve more than you thought was possible. But, although it may be hard to go back, I still think you can very much learn to love it again in a different way with a different understanding of that love and relationship. I had a pickup truck I adored a while back, till I got in a wreck and it was totaled. Couldn’t get a new one that’s the same, it’s not made anymore, not buying it used either. So I drive an old cop Crown Vic. Compared to pickup I had, it’s a pos. But I love it nonetheless. It’s super fun, it’s smaller, can fit an entire mob in the trunk and people really avoid cutting me off in it. Haha. The problem is with this hobby right now is that people take everything far too closely to their heart and think their opinion is required to be heard AND used as a guideline of some sort. Basically no common sense. If I truly had the cash for these speakers, I’d get them in a heart beat. But some things should stay a dream sometimes. You guys are the most common sense people in this hobby and most others as well, and that’s why I love listening to you and these conversations. Lovely video, going to go finish it with a second cup of fancy a** coffee I spend far too much money on 😂 Happy Friday y’all! Hope everyone is well, stay safe Cali, stay safe everyone with all the craziness that’s happening.

[@gavriushka]

Oh and anyone saying that active speakers aren’t the future, is full of it. I honestly can’t wait for active speakers to be the primary thing, while passive speakers and audio equipment is a very small niche product.

[@LeezahB]

I see a place for both active and passive speakers. I have a pair of active speakers hooked up to my bedroom TV and they are just so handy and sound good!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

I think you raise an interesting point or thought, which is the idea that every product, in this case, a speaker, can be best or good for everyone in a different way. However, we live in a pass-fail world, it seems, void of grey or nuance, and as a result, there isn't a lot of room for variety. Something either is, or it isn't. And the deciding factor for win or lose, pass or fail, rarely has anything to do with merit but rather opinion.

[@gavriushka]

@@andrewrobinsonreviews exactly. Just sit your butts down and listen to the music rather than the speakers. They’re just a tool. Just like a better power drill is just a tool. Sure it’ll drill better or faster or more reliably, but it’s still a tool that allows you to hang that picture your wife has been nagging you to hang for the last 7 months.

[@gavriushka]

@@LeezahB oh absolutely. But from both the user and business perspective, active speakers will take this from a pretty niche hobby (don’t count soundbars, as they’re already what I’m talking about in the comment), to the new market domination. I guarantee you, a lot more people would jump into speakers vs soundbars, if they were just as easy to setup as those soundbars.

[@corymarcotte5853]

Thank you u 2. For being so human. Loving your work.

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thanks, we appreciate it.

[@DavidsonHartmanDecor]

I remember owning the B&W 805 matrix speakers back in the 90"s. They were my first high end speaker, $1500 and paired with a Carver M4.0T. I was in awe. I could hear every nuance. Chills were commonplace with the soundstage just perfect, deep and wide. Back then, I was as giddy as you are with the 90s. But alas, my experience today is not the same. My 805 speakers were tired so I rebuilt the crossovers and replaced the tweeters. The current Marantz AV/Emotiva performs well enough, but no giddy. I've settled and I'm haunted by the past. Its like I lost my first love and I'll never get her back. Maybe 804D's would help.

[@bujin5455]

I love the fact Andrew handed down some serious Dave Ramsey level advice in the middle of an HiFi review. I will say this though, personally, it's much more likely, one day, I drop 200k on a stereo than on a sports car. The only way I drop that kind of coin on a car is if the Fed can't manage to wrangle inflation, and Benjamin becomes the new Washington.

[@jerryandlisa27]

Your the best buddy I bought my Yamaha as1200 after I watched your review and you were 100 percent correct what a deal you get so much for the price .

[@Alchemist37]

Great video as usual guys. Just gave that TTB album a listen... Wow... I KNEW Derek Trucks was a great guitarist and have listened to his music but never knew about the TTB. Mind blown!! Thx Kristie ❤❤❤

[@ntube7]

Great video Andrew. Would love to see you review the 50s later this year. Make it happen B&O !!

[@kirkaparty4143]

Got klipsch Nines powered speakers with wiim ultra with its room correction, what a great sounding system, can add subwoofer too. Simple setup with great sound

[@randolphblack2554]

I love this impromptu revelation of what to "air out" your speakers. With me it was "Whole Lotta Love" by Led Zeppelin in the 1970's and '80's. Now I reach for "Get Over It" by The Eagles. For movies it has to be the "Entering the Lobby" chapter from THE MATRIX!

[@KristiWright]

Fun topic!

[@Deyorew]

My dream item is a Steinway Model A because of the great experiences I have had in showrooms with them. One day. As for speakers, I have never lusted after speakers more than about 25K or so. A mid range pair of sonus faber would be my end game.

[@TomacWade]

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Robinson (sorry Kristi, but I really had to write it like that, I love this song!), I´ve been watching your reviews since the very beginning and in one of your first videos Andrew already mentioned the 90s, and that he really would like to be able to test them - and as I am a B&O-Boy as well, I have been looking forward to seeing you 2 exactly the way it happened now - and I loved it! Thank you so much for this review. Maybe I should mention, that I´m in the nice position to or at least have owned almost every B&O Speaker (Beosound 1, 2, A1 2nd Gen, Explore, Emerge, A5, Level, Balance, A9, Beolab 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 18, 20, 28) except for the 50s and 90s, but I do know those 2 very well, as my dealer spent so much time listening to them with me next to him in his shop (Thanks to Semir and Wolfgang at this point! I really appreciate your patience with me!). And I have to say, that I prefer the sound of my Beolab 5 Mk3´s to the sound of the 50s and 90s. But (!) as always, it really depends on the room. So maybe - in my living room, the 90s would sound better than the 5s. But in my dealer´s shop, they don´t. The Beolab 5s - for me - are ( but only when driven digitally with Beosound Core and digital COAX) much warmer, fuller and bassier (which is, what I prefer) and really give you the feeling of beeing at a live-show. Just saying :D I totally understand that you both love the 90s and I hope, that one day, I will have a pair of them in my house. They are kind of "newer" 5s and give you (in combination with the Beoconnect Core) more options for this moment - but/because(!) - maybe you remember the money-back-thing with the 5s a few months ago (15k for your old 5s if you buy a pair of 50s or 90s)- and - it might be, that there will be a new role-out (like with the Beosound 9000c´s) of Beolab 5s with a digital update - so maybe - wait for the "new" (maybe so called) Beolab 5c´s and check them vs. the 90s, because they could be the next BIG thing of B&O ;) So I really would love to see you with the 50s, but/and - you probably should try the 5(c)s as well - I guess you will love them, too :) All the best from Austria (that little country next to Switzerland...) - and please keep on doing, what you do, because it´s absolutely amazing, Alex

[@TrueAudio]

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[@samhalsey5051]

To me active is very appealing to me, and a much cleaner look too!

[@mattmarta5181]

By far the best audio reviewer out there. Not into the design but appreciate the tech and power. Have the theater (77), 28’s, 8’s, and 19. Continually frustrated with the connection via WISA and the app. If you don’t have a dealer to help/fix issues hard to recommend to the average user. I’m a glutton for punishment and a huge fan of B&O so I’m willing to deal with the craziness. Prefer the 50’s look or 28’s to these.

[@lassestorm8096]

Seeing both this and the review you made makes me think maybe the beolab 50 would be a good option to test. I have heard both the 50s and 90s. The 50s are in my opinion better looking and way cheaper (still expensive) the technology of the 50s are like the 90s. Just a bit more realistic for more people. Just my thoughts. Love your videos.

[@tedrubinstein2003]

Great comment on Not Financing Hifi or most anything else other than a house. Dave Ramsey would give you two thumbs up for passing the message on. It’s the first time I’ve heard anyone in audio help folks make good life shaping decisions. 😊😊😊

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

I hope folks take what they want from my past mistakes.

[@jamesmuto2955]

Exceptional and transformative. I enjoy your videos more and more. You both have a wonderful ability to express and work through the meaningful and uplifting emotions that this hobby can offer.

[@whitecrowuk575]

I must say, speakers aside, you do rock that jeans jacket - this takes me back to sweet 90s ❤ hmm is this on purpose as speakers are called 90s?? 😅 Btw on speaker subject would love for you to hear Kef blade metas (or blade 2) - It would be interesting how they would compare to 90s costing still a lot but much less as well

[@dsp1970]

Love the Beolab 28's they are amazing for much less money and wife love the form factor for our family room!

[@geraldmcmullon2465]

You have to life with the gear even when it is not playing music. Style is usually well thought out with B&O even if two look like lamps, one like an air purifier, one like a router and another like a weaver picnic basket. LOL.

[@sudd3660]

this is what its all about, i enjoy seeing these two have so much fun and excitement with music and hifi gear :) the price tag is not fun but if you want it all it costs.... that is why we have friends we can visit and share our stuff with :) everyone should not own these things

[@mattwatson3721]

Sabotage is always the first or second song I play on any new equipment!

[@KristiWright]

Another great BB track I almost always play is "Root Down" from the same album.

[@cweednz]

As a soundie for many years now, having the privilege of playing my favourite music on millions of dollars worth of sound systems, I have struggled to replicate the scale of a full blown concert PA system in my hifi systems. I don’t doubt the 90’s would come close. FYI, for the last several years now, I’ve settled on a 5-box Naim system with JBL 4315’s.

[@002henrik]

Proud dane here, love B&O. The sound and design is unique. But for me the price is to high! You can get the good sound cheaper, and be able to mix and match echipment to your personal preferences. Still B&O is a unique brand, and design.

[@DavidDeblaere]

Look for used stuff. You can pick up a decent set of Beolab 8000 speakers for less than a Sonos 5 speaker.

[@002henrik]

Im the proud owner of an older B&W speakers and Nad system. Also rocking a dynaudio system in my car, so im happy. But dreaming is free...😂​@DavidDeblaere

[@InauguralWord]

I've found that there's a draw to collecting gear, or needing to buy the new cool gear. I've been able to trade into better quality gear by 1) detaching myself from collecting "things" 2) patiently seeking great values. As a guy with a young family, the value per buck is a high factor for my selection of audio gear. That said, I've got some cool stuff that will also help me get into cooler stuff later on. Enjoy the journey. This channels helped me reach that perspective. Bonus: whats the Cd player that you find to be a great value?

[@gpapa31]

Blade Runner 2049 by Zimmer on those must be a religious experience on those. Probably end up watching the film too. Then follow it with scores from Vangelis.

[@jdekong3945]

watching the vid certainly inspired me to repair my Beomasters which have been sat here for two years waiting for attention, no way near the league of the 90`s but there is something about B&Os sound that cuts through the crap & just provides great music

[@donello430]

im using a beomaster from 1985 and it's fantastic. They can be had for very cheap, so if working fine (a big if at this point) they're amazing value

[@jdekong3945]

@@donello430 have the 8000, and I`m not looking forward to tackling it 😹will start with the little 3500 first

[@kyleo2113]

Good stuff!! In regard to dsp have you tried convolution using tools like Acourate or Focus Fidelity (easier) among others that address not only FR but the impulse/step response, time, phase etc. PEQ is so 2000 😂 just kidding sort of but seriously give it a try if you haven’t - would love to hear your thoughts.

[@simonadelin934]

The 50’s will not get you near the magic of the 90 imho. I have listened to both for a extended period

[@Floris2207]

Great episode! I really enjoyed it, I can only imagine having a set of 90 over for Christmas! ps I believe they 90s are actually capable to 18.000 watt per speaker (1/2 ms) it was mentioned in a vid about the Development of the 90s, if you didn't watch it already defiantly try to see if you can squeeze it in! Thank you for the vids and on to another great year!

[@NathanMaharaj]

The $200 I spent a year ago to get an old pair of Mirage SM-1s refoamed (which came into my care for free) makes me feel great every time I put a record on. No, they're not even in the same sport as the 90s, but they sound pretty great. If I were *still paying for my speakers* I think that would intrude on my enjoyment. If I were *struggling* to pay for them, I don't think I'd even want to listen to music as much.

[@nocktv6559]

Thats so awesome for sharing your thoughts with us you had with these awesome speakers! Im glad for you that you have had the chance to listen to them I kinda have the same ""issue"" like you said when it comes to learn to listen music again I bought the Beoplay EX in Ear from B&O and damn... i love them soo much Its not like re - listen my music for the first time again.. its more like a Re - Experience or a whole new one I think i wont ever love a other Headphone so much That accuracy and precise sound signiture is so great - its a joke Worth all the Money

[@buckaroobonsi555]

Thank you for talking about how it is not smart to take out a loan for speakers! I see this in every hobby I have. Young people think that you need to have what ever the best is and the experts are using right from day 1. So that might be $30,000 speakers or it might be a $15,000 rifle, or a $14,000 amateur radio. Why? Because they get almost all of their information from KZbin and all they see is people using the finest gear on the earth. So good on you for telling people to be finacialy smart and responsible!

[@amgguy4319]

The Bang & Olufsen BeoLab 5 speakers never failed to impress and we're considered outrageously expensive at the time.

[@patrickfinlay2074]

If money was no object I would love a pair of B&W Nautilus but it’s because I love the design, but it’s a dream

[@minigiant8998]

no wilson's?

[@Darrylizer1]

I'm right there with you!

[@Matwiej19]

The funny thing is. Most of us like certain type of music. Then you get really good like seriously good Speakers, boom you starting to like nearly all song types as is just sounds great. :)

[@azwolf0429]

Loved this episode, thank you for reading my long ass comment! Appreciate your answers and all you both do ❤!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@MattyDaddy14]

I was wondering about the 50s all 4 instead of the 2 90s also!! 🎉 especially for the HT aspects.

[@parasound69]

The best Speaker I've heard includes Anthony Gallo 3.5 with naim equipment and a pair of Beolab 28. The presentation off a live stage is something else.

[@robzilla69]

Andrew channeling Clark Howard makes my heart smile! So what is your favorite whiskey?

[@eflizotte]

31:49 Every amp is trying to increase voltage of the original signal. The result is an increase is SPL generated by the speaker. The wattage represents “work” capacity of that amplifier. If you’re listening at 90dB with the amp at 10 watts and your goal is to get louder, to say, 100dB, you’ll need a 100W of “work capacity” to do so. If your amp can do no more amplifying because it’s reached the technical limit of its capacity, you get clipping or squaring of the original signal. This is why having more watts than needed within an amp are so important. You don’t want to get into a situation where your SPL goals are increasing but your wattage capacity (ability to do that work) is at its limit

[@FatFolksProductions]

Follow-up question on the comment about "if music will ever sound the same." Do you guys have any regrets spending time with the 90s now that you're back to your speakers you had set up previously? Also, will we start seeing more high-end product reviews such as PS Audio or maybe even Magico in the future?

[@fakeklg]

2:33 absolutely, Kristi💯! Love that y’all don’t get down with that standard, boring-ass, old-man-audiophile music. Top shelf stuff.

[@KristiWright]

🙌

[@LeezahB]

You should be able to enjoy all music with your speakers!!

[@jjnewbold]

Thanks for the 801 comparison, was definitely wondering about that.

[@coreymalouf8491]

Automatic thumbs up. Great video!

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nburton01]

Gladiator Soundtrack is one of my all-time favourites! It’s well-recorded and super dramatic. Typical Hans Zimmer. If you’re into that, and you have big speakers or a subwoofer for extended bass, check out:- - Hans Zimmer live (24bit 48k on Apple Music) - Human (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - The Red Turtle (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) - Armand Amar - Home All would be awesome on the Beolab 90s. I have to make do with my Kef L50s and KC62 subwoofer, which are very impressive in a small room, producing very powerful low bass with exceptional imaging.

Nah, Inception is better.

[@nburton01]

I’ll add that to my playlist. The Mombasa track is my favourite on the Hans Zimmer’s live album.

[@johnbrennan940]

Great video guys! These are definitely on my wishlist 😊

[@rvaillant]

No replacement for displacement, especially using high quality Scan Speak drivers. When I first saw these 10 years ago, I knew I wanted to hear them.

[@steffen_rothammel_photography]

🥰 a heart for your finance advice ! absolutely true !!

[@824tonimarie]

Wow what an experience you guys had !!! I missed the live but got it afterwards. Missed you guys the review was expectacullar ! I will admit I had to drop Busta for a listen😊😊😊Happy Day peeps!!! 🌺

[@zoetele123]

Thanks for the review very helpful

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

Thanks for watching!

[@jordancaruso9293]

Do you think you will ever have any of the Steinway Lyngdorf models in for review?

[@robkraanen]

For me the best means not thinking about better cables, amplifiers, etc. Just be done with all of that, listen and enjoy. I get that with my Lipinski Sound Speakers. They blew me away when I bought them and I never heard better.

[@bryanjones9952]

Follow-up on the wattage question...did you have to put the monthly electric bill on your charge card after using those massive speakers? 😁

[@TheMirolab]

Actually the bigger the speaker, the LESS power they need to achieve a certain volume level. These won’t draw any more power than, say, a big tube amp, or even more stupid, a big class-A amplifier.

[@Smog104]

16,400 watts a pair , Jesus that would power the 🦇 Batmobile from the Batcave to Gotham city and back on one charge for two and a half months !!!

[@ChrisCiapala]

What's with the audio echo from time to time? Especially on Kristi's voice. And thanks for this hour, watched this with pleasure.

[@jjnewbold]

I'll say, I got my 2000A about 10 months ago, did a 0% finance for a year, just about to pay it off. I wouldn't have had the cash in hand to buy it. But I don't regret it, and plan to keep it for decades to come. 🤷‍♂️

[@andrewrobinsonreviews]

So long as you pay off the balance BEFORE the 12-month mark, you're good. Many folks think they will, but statistically, rarely do and, as a result, get hit with compound interest that spirals quickly, thus trapping them in debt.

[@jjnewbold]

​@@andrewrobinsonreviews oh for sure. 0% is great until you aren't paying 0% anymore.

[@drummingdrumtech9642]

I think that what most impresses me about the 90s is that it doesn’t have the bass problem that you hade the Def Tech DM80s. I think that’s what really impresses me. I know price and dsp, but I wonder if it would be possible to recreate 90% of that sound quality and a good streaming DAC to create the HDMI and streaming capabilities that the Beolab Core gives.

[@Genehow-ard]

Thanks again guys!

[@johnmilitell5836]

It’s really hard to believe people snob over someone’s music choices ??? it’s MUSIC it’s a CHOICE !!! Play what you wanna hear Kristi 😀 ENJOY 😀

[@HarryBawls-cm5ie]

Those speakers started at 40/50 grand at launch wish I had the balls to pull the trigger then,but more than double the price with no upgrade is just unreachable for most now ,I love them and B&O are my go to but are they taking the piss now with price .?

[@bzdtemp]

Are you sure about the 40/50 grand, sounds like the price per speaker? Looks to me as it was more 80/85 grand. There is a Stereophile review of them from December 2016 where they list the prices as 85K for a pair. Inflation and exchange rates matters a good deal, so the amounts of today are not extreme. In fact now may be a good time to buy, since if Trump does what he says it will make a substantial difference.