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New portable Beoplay A1

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BeoBoy68 replied on Mon, Apr 25 2016 4:12 PM

Not agree with Hiort

There is one color only Green.

Gray is in anodized aluminum.

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Paul W replied on Mon, Apr 25 2016 4:15 PM

There are two colours  :) If the aluminium wasn't a colour it would be transparent :)

I agree Hiort great movie & website :)

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Millemissen:

If anyone find a suitable case for the A1 (for transport), feel free to post it here!

I had a look at different headphone cases - they are either all too big or too small.

MM

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I am almost sure that Hard Graft will release one... Smile
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Paul W replied on Mon, Apr 25 2016 5:36 PM

Yes I agree Paolo, i'm sure that it'll be very nice :)

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beojeff replied on Mon, Apr 25 2016 10:04 PM

paolomariano:
Millemissen:

 

If anyone find a suitable case for the A1 (for transport), feel free to post it here!

 

I had a look at different headphone cases - they are either all too big or too small.

 

MM

 

There is a tv - and there is a BV.

 

 

I am almost sure that Hard Graft will release one... Smile

I had just spoken with Hard Graft this morning. They said that there are no plans to make a case for the A1, but that they aren't ruling it out.

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Michael replied on Mon, Apr 25 2016 10:11 PM
BeoBoy68:

Not agree with Hiort

There is one color only Green.

Gray is in anodized aluminum.

Green is also done by anodizing.

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Jeff replied on Tue, Apr 26 2016 5:42 AM

Michael:
BeoBoy68:

 

Not agree with Hiort

 

 

There is one color only Green.

 

Gray is in anodized aluminum.

 

 

 

Green is also done by anodizing.

Every color is, especially with B&O as that's one of their claims to fame, working with aluminum. Aluminum is darned hard to paint. Most planes I've seen require a heavy coat of zinc chromate a a base before you can get any paint to stick to it.

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beojeff:

I had just spoken with Hard Graft this morning. They said that there are no plans to make a case for the A1, but that they aren't ruling it out.

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Paul W replied on Wed, Apr 27 2016 10:39 PM

Another really nice video made by a customer...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXY1IzdD7SA

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Paul W replied on Wed, Apr 27 2016 10:54 PM

One of the best in-depth reviews of the A1 here along with outstanding photography...

http://gadgetmac.com/reviews/bang-olufsen-beoplay-a1-review

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Paul W:

One of the best in-depth reviews of the A1 here along with outstanding photography...

http://gadgetmac.com/reviews/bang-olufsen-beoplay-a1-review

Indeed... well written article.. I hope BeoPlay marketing takes not!

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Just bought one yesterday...this is a very nice product. The sound is great and having two you can make them running in stereo.

This time B&O made a top ranking product - also better than Sonos in design and sound

Well done Big Smile
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Seanie_230 replied on Sat, Apr 30 2016 12:45 PM
Hello Beoteam

Question can the A1 be charged while being used?

The A2 says its chargeable while being used but the spec of A1 does not say anything

Thinking of buying one in a few hours

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Seanie_230:
Hello Beoteam

Question can the A1 be charged while being used?

Yes - it can be charged while being used!

MM

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Paul W replied on Sat, Apr 30 2016 1:34 PM

Thanks for that MM. I too was wondering the same question :) I'm treating myself to one for my birthday :)

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Paul W replied on Sat, Apr 30 2016 1:35 PM

Hi Rudi!

Enjoy your A1!

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Wow what an amazing sound from such a small speaker

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LeMirage replied on Sat, Apr 30 2016 7:19 PM

Bought the silver one today and had no previous experience with the brand except for the Beosound 8. Last year realky wanted the A9 to upgrade my soundsystem in the living room, but a two year old toddler running around the house, her magic markers and the A9 on the floor are not the greatest combo....

Ended up with Naim's Muso safely placed on a cabinet, the A6 wasn't out yet, would have got that one instead. But the Muso isn't exactly a bad choice either.

Back to the A1. I'm no Hifi specialist so I will keep it short, this thing just sounds terrific. Every time i pick it up and hear and feel the sound it produces, one big smile on my face! Had numerous (low budget) portable bluetooth speakers before but nothing comes close to this one!

Did not immediately understand the missing aptX codec, but the fact IOS mobile devices do not support it could be a hint...;). With aptX support difference in sound quality would have been even smaller between wired and wireless connection. 


A nice chic "always" battery indicator would have been nice as well, more then enough space to create a clear row of leds or other solution. 

I think it is a marvellous move from B&O for creating this entry level sound jewel, should attract lots of people to the brand ! They really need to make a hurry with offering different colours. I picked the one i disliked the least. (Malediven Blue please?) Luckily my B&O dealer already was informed two new colours will be introduced in just a few months time.

Oh yeah, the making of movie ?? Why? To me it looked the thing was designed and built during the weekly handcraft-afternoon in the average retirement building (with all do respect for Mrs Cecilie Manz obviously). I would have spiced it up a click or 23 to awake the spending youngsters !

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LeMirage replied on Sat, Apr 30 2016 7:30 PM

Sorry, quadruple post. Cant seem to fix it myself, hopefully a moderator can help

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Hello Beoteam

I noticed this morning that on my iPhone 6 right next to the Bluetooth icon is a Bluetooth battery indicator.

I tried to upload a picture but it does not work for me after the forum fix

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Looks like this:

There is a tv - and there is a BV

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You can see it in the app as well.

Strange - the icon of the A1 is an A2  Crying

 

There is a tv - and there is a BV

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koning replied on Sun, May 1 2016 1:49 PM

When will this app be ready for android?

Why must it take so long!!!

 

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Sitting in the garden listening to Troy Sivan via my A1

Keeps turning itself down while charging as it gets low on power.

I am using a 2amp Samsung socket and this uses the new USB which is 3.0 Amp so not much of a test.

Anyone know if the apple charger is 3amp?

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Paul W replied on Sun, May 1 2016 4:20 PM

I'm not sure about AMP Seanie but the standard iPhone charger is 5 watt whilst Apple sell one that's 12 watt. I believe that is supplied with the iPad but it says that it's suitable for the iPhone too. I think the one that was supplied with the Apple AV lead that I bought must be a 12 watt as it seems to charge my iPhone a lot quicker than the supplied 5 watt one does :) 

I reckon the I could use the USB-C one that came with my MacBook Retina to charge the A1 :) Think i' trading the gold MacBook in for the Rose Gold as I love the colour :) I'm a confident man when it comes to colour :)

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BeoGreg replied on Sun, May 1 2016 6:22 PM
My daughter's pink A1...well kind of.

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Paul W replied on Sun, May 1 2016 6:30 PM

Very chic BeoGreg!!! 

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Seanie_230:
Sitting in the garden listening to Troy Sivan via my A1

Keeps turning itself down while charging as it gets low on power.

I am using a 2amp Samsung socket and this uses the new USB which is 3.0 Amp so not much of a test.

Anyone know if the apple charger is 3amp?

'Beoplay A1’s smart charging system will adapt charging speed to match the capacity of the USB charger you are using – so it will quickly

be ready for the next adventure.' - from the A1 website.

This means that it can be charged with different chargers - charging time may differ, then.

I use the same charges as I use for our iPads - just swapping the cable.

It is normal that the volume turns down, when power is low.

MM

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The pink version: Worth a smile ...

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Duels replied on Tue, May 3 2016 6:52 PM

Well I heard one today for the first time and WOW!  I'm well impressed.  Very balanced sound, little distortion even when played very loud.  Not quite as room-filling as the A2 but its half the size and two thirds the price.

It looks fantastic in the flesh.  As ever, much better than in photos.  Very solid with high quality materials used.  Very tactile.

I don't, however, get the retro tag that some are using to describe it.  Its a fantastic design but I wouldn't call it retro.

Oddly enough my dealer has loads on order but not in stock yet.  Not sure its the best possible approach for B&O to launch a product at £199 and not be able to actually sell them.

I don't need one but I definitely want one so I'm sure I'll succumb at some point soon.

 

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Paul W replied on Tue, May 3 2016 7:07 PM

I call it retro because of its round shape and leather handle and to me, the B&O badge logo is of course, retro :) :) I always think that cars with round lights are retro and nicer but maybe that's because I like the lil Fiat 500 and original MINI :)

I hated the design of the A2 simply because I felt that it was too large and to me, it sounded horrible - so flat and lifeless. The A1 is the opposite - it looks amazing and sounds great. It's dynamic even. My ALL TIME favourite BANG&OLUFSEN product. I'm waiting until July to pick up one for my birthday plus maybe there may be new colours by then too and any B&O teething problems may of been solved by them - if any crop up :)

Here's another really nice comparison video. Once again, the A1 is the clear winner!!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fspo5D-hMtU

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Earle replied on Tue, May 3 2016 7:57 PM

Honestly, when I saw the A1 for the first time, this is what immediately came to mind. Considering that this military issued canteen is from WWII, I totally get where "retro" and "vintage" are coming from - especially when you consider the army-green colour and the leather strap.

As a side note, a Google search will show a number of different holsters and straps for these canteens that would be great, if translated to a size that would hold the A1.

 

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Duels replied on Tue, May 3 2016 8:25 PM
Ha. It's a bit of a recurring theme that everything B&O produce is likened to something else at first (or even permanently). Daleks, penguins, pizza boxes, archery targets, sorting hats/ clothes driers............

The A1 seems to be setting records for this too.

I do sort of see where you are coming from Paul and Earle. Maybe it's just phrasing - retro vs classic etc.

Damn fine product nonetheless.
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Paul W replied on Tue, May 3 2016 10:27 PM

Hey Duels, I truly LOVE retro when done well - its all about passion, good times etc. With this A1, i fell in love with its design within the first second - instinct I guess and thats always right :) Just amazing. I hope that they can get this in Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue, GQ etc so that it gets the exposure that it deserves. My GQ arrived today and sadly the A1 is not in it however, i've noticed that GQ UK this year is being very complimentary to B&O PLAY and do feature or mention their range often. There's a page dedicated to a man's pad. I hope that next month that they will incredible the A1. The same i true for Conde Nast Traveller magazine. Its the most beautiful classy, contemporary, international read and my gosh, their readers would be perfect for the A1.

I'm looking forward to a nice advertising print campaign for the A1.

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Paul W replied on Tue, May 3 2016 10:33 PM

Earle, exactly my thoughts :)

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*frustration rant*

Bought the A1 yesterday... but can't open and play with it it as it's a Mothersday gift... next Sunday...

Got to (again) admire the Avant 85" yesterday also... fabulous set!

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Duels replied on Wed, May 4 2016 8:56 AM
kuyttendaele:

*frustration rant*

Bought the A1 yesterday... but can't open and play with it it as it's a Mothersday gift... next Sunday...

Got to (again) admire the Avant 85" yesterday also... fabulous set!

You need to move to the UK; Mothers' day was in March Big Smile.
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