Hello

I am looking for a pair of used BL 4000 or BL6000 for a Link Room with Stereo Setup. Now I am not sure which Speaker has better sound. Is there a huge difference in terms of Bass and treble?

Are there different versions over the years and things I need to look at?

Thanks for your input.

Heribert  

4000's are much better! It's simple!

A agree, between these two speakers, I would always go for the Beolab 4000

If it is not a question about design and placement, but only about sound, then you should to for the BL4000.

I previously had a surround setup with BL6000 as front, Avant as centre, BL4000 as rear and a KEF subwoofer. To my ears the BL6000 and the BL4000 sound almost the same. I even tried to switch them, and there really isn´t much difference in sound. The design of the BL6000 is absolutely wonderful, but if it´s a matter of where to place them of course the BL4000 is extremely flexible. 

Both are great speakers, and you cannot make a wrong choice.

Soundwise the Beolab 4000. The single (but larger) bass driver sounds clearly better than the double bass drivers on the Beolab 6000.

We have two pairs of 4000s and a pair of 6000s.  Both have excellent sound of course. I tend to prefer the 6000s. Have one pair of 4000s in storage, one pair connected to our iMac and the 6000s are in our living room.

I like them both! But if had to choose between them... 4000! Better sound, look great, and better placement options.

Curveball: How about a pair of BL3000/4500/5000? I like them for a link room as they have displays!

I have owned a set of both and the BL 4000 I think are over all a much better speaker than the 6000's. I honestly do not think the 6000 are as bad as some people say but I think they NEED a subwoofer because their bass resonse is pretty bad. BL4000 are better balanced.

I'd say the BeoLab 4000 just pip the 6000's to the post.  I wouldn't say they were miles ahead though, but the 4000's just seem to have a little bit more 'punch' and depth in my opinion.

I doubt that in a link room you'd be disappointed with either.

Lee

Greutzi !

Both the BL 6000 and BL 400 are excellent speakers. Personally, I favour the BL 4000, as it sounds very good, can be canted back 15 degrees, placed in a variety of positions, and requires less space.  But one might also consider the following:

1. The measurements, and general design layout of the room.

2. Wall materials:  Masonry, wood, hollow core.

3. Flooring materials: Stone, carpet, wood, tile.

4. Other appliances, bookcases, cabinets, wall units, or equipment nearby.

In fact, I'm listening to N.Radio - ORF-SALZBURG coming from our BL 4000 and it sounds very good ! ( Ich Hab Noch Ein Bild Von Dir | Oliver Haidt ).

I have both and, coupled with a small subwoofer, I prefer the 6000s.  The sound and the design are better, IMO.  But you need the sub.  Frankly, the 4000 is better with a sub too.

You can't go wrong with either.  Just get a sub and then get whichever you like the design of better if you can't hear the difference.