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Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

dilznik — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:45:10 GMT

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.

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

SWISS_2 — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:44:57 GMT

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 ).

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

9 LEE — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 19:22:53 GMT

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

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

bossbrad — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 18:52:54 GMT

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.

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

burantek — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:42:10 GMT

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!

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

Razlaw — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:41:21 GMT

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.

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

beocool — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 09:44:24 GMT

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

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

thavn — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:33:05 GMT

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.

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

Tom — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 05:25:08 GMT

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

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

Keith Saunders — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:37:31 GMT

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

Re: BL 4000 or BL6000?

Dave — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:30:43 GMT

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

BL 4000 or BL6000?

Heribert — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 04:18:03 GMT

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