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Hello.
I am a new forum member and a new Beosystem owner.
My "private Beoworld" is Beosystem 5000:
- BeoCord 5000 (4921)
- BeoGram CD50 (5111)
- BeoMaster 5000 (2321)
- Master Control Panel 5000
- BeoVox S55
Yes, it's only 5000 but I'm proud of having it, the sound is wonderful .... but I have some questions.
1) I do not have a turntable, which model besides BeoGram 5000/5005 will work fully with the system and MCP5000 ??
2) I can buy RX2 (5831) but will all functions be handled like in 5000/5005 ??
3) My CD50 sometimes skips time if I want to change for another model that would be fully functional ??
I apologize for so many questions in my first post but B&O is my new love and I would like to get the best result but not change the whole system. Despite of its age, I think it was the best choice for me. I know that there are certainly better systems, but it's the first classic system.
Best regards,
Martynka.
BeO is like a good wine - the older the better...
"1) I do not have a turntable, which model besides BeoGram 5000/5005 will work fully with the system and MCP5000 ??"
Making the assumption that you'd like your 4 components to match each other, Beogram 5005 and 5500 are identical turntables and are fully compatible with your 5000 system. The Beogram 5000 is of course also compatible if you prefer radial over tangential operation.
"2) I can buy RX2 (5831) but will all functions be handled like in 5000/5005 ??"
The RX2 is compatible but won't operate via remote control, as the above-mentioned would. It also won't match the rest of the 5000 system cosmetically.
"3) My CD50 sometimes skips time if I want to change for another model that would be fully functional ??"
Even tho it sounds good, the CD50 is KNOWN for problems. Go with a CD 5500. Fully compatible and matches perfectly.
And don't knock your Beosystem 5000. It was B&O's flagship sound system back in the day and the Beomaster 5000 arguably sounds better than the other 3 stacked system Beomasters.
Nothing wrong with the 5000 system and it uses Datalink between components so lots of choice. Your only disadvantage is the remote - the 5500 introduced the Beolink 1000 codes and this allows one remote for both audio and TV. If you can live with this and wish to upgrade, the obvious choices are:
1. Beogram - the 5500 will work fine though the radial 5000 probably is a better deck sonically!!
2. Beocord 5500 - auto reverse deck with HX-Pro
3. Beogram CD5500 - quite possibly B&O's best CD player - TDA1541A DAC - the best. A lot quieter and more reliable than the CD50
The RX2 is not remote control - if you don't mind it not stacking, the 8002 will work!!
I had a 5000 system from new - gave it to my builder and got a 9500 instead - now that is a great system!!
Peter
Thank you for the constructive response
MediaBobNY: "2) I can buy RX2 (5831) but will all functions be handled like in 5000/5005 ??" The RX2 is compatible but won't operate via remote control, as the above-mentioned would. It also won't match the rest of the 5000 system cosmetically.
I can also buy Beogram 1800 (5811), fits with color. I understand that just as in the case of RX2, everything would work except MCP control ??
Peter:3. Beogram CD5500 - quite possibly B&O's best CD player - TDA1541A DAC - the best. A lot quieter and more reliable than the CD50
Thanks for answer.
But will the cd5500 be controlled MCP5000 ?? This piece of brick is not just for show. In my opinion, it is brilliant and I use it. The same question to the Beocord 5500 deck.
I want stay with fully worked Beomaster 5000 with MCP5000 ( maybe except turntable )
Martynka:Thanks for answer. But will the cd5500 be controlled MCP5000 ?? This piece of brick is not just for show. In my opinion, it is brilliant and I use it. The same question to the Beocord 5500 deck. I want stay with fully worked Beomaster 5000 with MCP5000 ( maybe except turntable )
BeoNut since '75
elephant:Yes it can be, because the MCP’s IR signals go to the BeoMaster and then they are relayed through the datalink cable.
Aaaaa... Now, I think I know everything :)
Every components will works if are relayed through the datalink cable. It's simple and smart.
Thanks !!
Martynka:Aaaaa... Now, I think I know everything :) Every components will works if are relayed through the datalink cable. It's simple and smart. Thanks !!
Martynka: Thank you for the constructive response MediaBobNY: "2) I can buy RX2 (5831) but will all functions be handled like in 5000/5005 ??" The RX2 is compatible but won't operate via remote control, as the above-mentioned would. It also won't match the rest of the 5000 system cosmetically. I can also buy Beogram 1800 (5811), fits with color. I understand that just as in the case of RX2, everything would work except MCP control ??
Correct.
Turntable can wait ... now, I bought BeoCord VHS 91 . Maybe I don't use it but it's "another brick in the wall"
Martynka:Turntable can wait ... now, I bought BeoCord VHS 91 . Maybe I don't use it but it's "another brick in the wall"
I based on this info :
https://beocentral.com/beocordvhs91
lawrencejmcook:Martynka:Turntable can wait ... now, I bought BeoCord VHS 91 . Maybe I don't use it but it's "another brick in the wall"Lawrence:Hi Martynka,Not sure if you’re aware, but you can connect the VHS91 to the BM5500 via Audio Aux Link (7-pin DIN cable from the VHS91 to the TAPE2 port on the BM5500). It then functions as a 3hr (or 6hr) tape recorder that can be controlled from the MCP5500!If memory serves, there needs to be a small modification to the VHS91 to allow it be remote controlled in this way. Maybe another member can be more specific.Lawrence
elephant:Quite correct Lawrence - I have one myself:A) connections - yesB) double video recording for pure audio recording - yes; for me this was a pure bonus I had not known about - originally I just wanted to own a B&O VCRC) remote control mod - I am not sure about this - I don’t recall hearing about one - if I did I have forgotten - I use the front panel’s manual controlsBeoNut since '75
Thanks for reply,
Now, I decided to look into the beomaster. The reason was the not always opening panel and the play button on the right not always working.
Inside, looks all in the original, no repairs:
I blew everything with compressed air. I sprayed all the elements of the panel flap with dry Teflon, and the play button was sprayed with a contakt spray.
Now the panel opens with every touch, and the play button works without a problem.
bravo me !!!
Tomorrow I will open the deck, the cassette compartment opens slowly and does not fully close.
Martynka:I blew everything with compressed air. I sprayed all the elements of the panel flap with dry Teflon, and the play button was sprayed with a contakt spray.
Now time to Master Control Panel.
Because I have two imperfect MCPs, I decided to combine them into one good one. One problem was the display window, it dropped out. In the second one the hinge of the hatch was broken, and the volume's letters were destroyed.
I dismantled both. I took a good upper casing with a glass on the LCD, a motherboard without rust, a hinged lid, buttons with letters, a bottom casingwithout scratches and .... I now have one good and the second as a spare parts.
I apologize for a lot of photos.
BeoCord also opened.
Everything original, no repairs, and clean, the previous owner changed the drive belts.
I solved wrong opening and closing problem. The reason was a rubber leg that got damaged and went too deep. The deck guide rubbed against it.
Bad news:
- CD50 stopped reading the CD, went to the service. So I have a question.
I understand I can connect any CD player through the second connector but I will not have control via MCP ??
- Beovox has a damaged speaker suspension.
I can buy RL60, but they will play well as S55 ??