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The critically acclaimed BeoPlay A9 music system from B&O PLAY by BANG & OLUFSEN just received a technological update that will make it even easier and more convenient to use in daily life. It now features Bluetooth 4.0 streaming, built-in access to Spotify Connect, Deezer and TuneIn and their millions of songs, playlists and radio stations – and an improved magic touch interface.
Thanks to the update the iconic BeoPlay A9 now lets you stream music from all your digital devices. Whether you want to use Bluetooth, AirPlay or DLNA the A9 will handle it. As always, the user experience is hassle- free, intuitive and designed to let you focus on one thing; enjoying great music.
Controlling the music system is easy as well; simple gestures on its updated touch sensor will not only let you change songs or volume, you can also skip back and forward on your playlists or among your favourite Internet radio stations by tapping the magic sensor. If you prefer to do the controlling from a distance, you can just use your smartphone or tablet. As easy as that.
Hidden beneath the exterior you will still find an engine that delivers a hefty 480 watts of raw but refined power through a digital Class D amplifier system with separate amps for each of the 5 built-in speaker units including an imposing 8-inch woofer that guarantees you will feel the bass once it kicks in.
Visually speaking BeoPlay A9 fits in and stands out. The choice is yours by using the changeable wooden legs to place it on the floor or the wall bracket to mount it on the wall. The front cover is easy to change, so whatever your mood or interior, the A9 can be colour customised to either complement or enhance.
“BeoPlay A9 has been a critical and commercial success - in many ways you could call it a modern classic” says Henrik Taudorf Lorensen, Head of B&O PLAY and continues, “but as a company we always try to improve. The technological updates we have added today make it an even greater product, one we are extremely proud of as it highlights our commitment to design and sound excellence as well as technological progression.”
Made for any device Connect using AirPlay, DLNA or Bluetooth 4.0 and you will be playing your music in a matter of seconds.
Improved magic controls Just tap or swipe your hand across the touch sensor placed along the top of the sound system for full control of volume, track selection and choice of Internet radio stations.
Easy music access Built-in access to music streaming services like Spotify Connect and Deezer and the Internet radio TuneIn means easy access to millions of songs, playlists and radio stations.
Fits any room Thanks to the room adaptation feature the A9 will optimise its sound according to its placement in your room.
Future proof Automatically updated with new features and services
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Hardly noticed - but rather important, imo.
Nice update.wonder if the A8 gets the same update/features.
MM
There is a tv - and there is a BV
It would be great if they bring Bluetooth to the A8 MM and my wish since the A8 is so iconic in its design, i'd love B&O to bring out a smaller in size A8 like one for each room as in a SONOS kind of way :) For me, the A8 is timeless and will still look amazing in 10 or 15 years time! It's retro, cool, funky and highly original.
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Paul W: It would be great if they bring Bluetooth to the A8 MM and my wish since the A8 is so iconic in its design, i'd love B&O to bring out a smaller in size A8 like one for each room as in a SONOS kind of way :) For me, the A8 is timeless and will still look amazing in 10 or 15 years time! It's retro, cool, funky and highly original.
Bluetooth is fine, for those who need it.
I was thinking more of: ' Spotify Connect, Deezer and TuneIn' and the 'multroom function.
A smaller A8 is actually not a bad idea A8 2 (in subscript)
I also like the design of the BeoPlay A8 but since it is now being dumped far below the already lowered retail price I had the impression it has been discontinued. I guess nobody uses docking stations anymore, and the A8 design is basically still a docking station.
The addition of bluetooth and multi room to the A9 is nice though.
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I think the A8 will continue as it's B&O's most iconic design to date for PLAY. It's the one that seems to generate a lot of interest. I see the A8 up there with the BV11, BV10, BV5, BL18/8000 in terms of design. I think B&O know that they have a winner with it design wise and realise that. I was the best selling product in their portfolio.
A smaller sized one would look great! Yes I agree with you MM regarding the SONOS idea and wants.
Super glad you like the idea Michael :) I think that it would really work
Do you know if the updated A9 could be used either in Europe or in the USA (dual voltage, WIFI)?