During the past week, I have had a BL 2 on loan from my local dealer to listen with my Beolab 1's. I must admit that what I noticed most was what it did with some music.
To me the Lab 1's were a little more "relaxed" because I could hear some details in the music that I was familiar with, that I had not heard before. Pretty cool!
Of course the BL 2 really shines during movies too!
Unfortunately, I will take it back tomorrow and add it to my list of future buys. I keep hoping they will offer the BL 2 in colors available in current lineup of speakers. I guaratee, the minute I give up on that dream and buy the BL2 in it's current blah finish, the colors will become available.
Test one in your home if you can!
Roger