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Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

SWISS_2 — Thu, 16 Dec 2010 15:20:39 GMT

True, that seemed to be the case with our Beocom 1400. However, given the daily usage of our BS 3200 as an HTPC master, things were liable to wear out over time.

That unit is in for repair and a cleaning now, so we will see what and where it is used when it returns. It will probably head south to a condominium in Brasil. We're very happy with the performance and looks of our new Beosound 4, and will keep that as the new HTPC master.

We selected the extended information option, and it is nice to see what one is listening to as we pass by the unit, even if it is in a large room. The polished alu base seems to work better with the blue BL 4000 speakers next to it.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

hotknife — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 09:12:34 GMT

Hopefully there will be no modification/new BS4 soon. Just bought a BS4 in Nov.. One of the most positive things of B&O is/was, they do not change the outfit of the product lines often. My 12 years old BS2300 roughly looks the same as latest BS3200 (exept the clamper).

Nothing worse if you bought something and only after a short period it is expired.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

SWISS_2 — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:44:57 GMT

Some note on the transition from our BS 3200 to a Beosound 4:

Stunning ! Major change in audio clarity, with our CD and SD recorded music.

I have the BS 4 sitting on a German glass TV stand in between two blue/black BL 4000 speakers. It looks better than before. A slight mili-second pause in shifting to a new SD album using the Beo 4.

The question on the BS 4 multi-zoning was asked above in this thread, and I have the definitive answer from the B&O IT specialist:

Do you have proof of this function ? I mean I did not find this kind of info in the current manuals ?

The answer is YES. And yes, you were correct, it is not in the manuals. I learned that both the Beosound 4 and the Beocenter 2 both have this capability. If one is multi-linked in another room, that speaker can access the original feature sound of either master unit, while the BS 4 or BC 2 ( as masters ) can switch to another source in the main room that the master is located in.

I had a few questions on the set-up and was given some helpful instructions, starting with the BEO 4 setup to Option 1. Everything rolled into place after that.

More was said regarding the Encore and 6 new products for 2011, but as I did on the Besound 5 I'm going to keep those a secret too.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

XavierItzmann — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:23:08 GMT

Yes. Sorry to say it, but hard disks fail.

This is why I looked high and low for our BS 3000 when we needed to upgrade from a BeoCenter 2300. The BS 3000 was discontinued already but after some effort and with patience I found a brand new one.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

SWISS_2 — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 22:33:07 GMT

Timeless ?

The time just ran out on our BS 3200.

I came home from a 3 week business trip, and the CD clamper would not lift to accept a new CD. Some of the HD albums now have dropouts. So, it went to the store for a repair estimate. Only 600 Euro.

( Now how much was that BS 4 again ? )

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

elephant — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:37:47 GMT

And the BeoSound 4's display really comes into its own when your system is integrated with LinkPlayer and your digital library and radio stations are displayed:

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

Spiros — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:00:53 GMT

I would comment that of course 3200 is iconic and an all time classic. However, I find the BS4 extremely easy for everyday use and frankly spoken I would vote for that. Don't forget that it does have the A.MEM with SD card which is very useful to have all favorite songs in one place available all time.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

Opman — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 06:24:03 GMT

beodim:

- A "minus" for BS4 is that cables can't be put inside the floor stand (if you are going to use a floor stand).

I don't work for Gavin hence I'm not on comission. STB Brackets make a really neat conversion plate that allows you to position a BeoSound4 on top of a BeoSound3200 pole stand. This pole is hollow and allows cable mangement insiden the pole making the installation much neater.

I never understood why the BeoSound4 floor stand pole is designed with no cable management.

Opman

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

Nickyg63 — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 17:09:52 GMT

I am a fan of the classic designs, I have a large clamper overture which i love and would only swap for a bs9000!

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

Beobuddy — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 16:07:28 GMT

Sold mine BS 3200 last year and bought a BC2.

More info on the display, like the BS4, plays DVD's and has also a very nice design.

But nevertheless, probably selling my BC2 for a BS5 in a few months. CD and DVD's are (almost) converted into digital media.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

DoubleU — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:36:14 GMT

jjcox:

The BS3200 has proven itself to be absolutely timeless. We'll have to see about that for the BS4.

BS3200 with harddisk and timeless... Not sure about that..

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

stotty1111 — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:49:46 GMT

Record radio program - yes you can to sd card!

I have both but find the BS4 better suits my wants!

tony

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

jjcox — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:47:51 GMT

Yikes! Talking about timeless: I just noticed I replied to a three-year old post. Oh well, never mind ;-)

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

jjcox — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 14:46:06 GMT

For me, Bang & Olufsen is all about timeless design. It makes me proud to own a music system (BS3000) in my case that was around in the early 90's and STILL looks unbelievable today - 19 years down the road! The same goes for my BL6000's (designed in 1992) and the Beovox's CX50 (what was it, 1982 or so?). Timeless design is what makes B&O B&O.

The BS3200 has proven itself to be absolutely timeless. We'll have to see about that for the BS4. Me, I'm not so sure. Personally I don't care that much about the newest technology (if you want that, you shouldn't ever buy B&O anyway!), so I can holeheartedly recommend the BS3200.

Re: BeoSound 3200 vs BeoSound 4

Alsfeld — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:11:19 GMT

Does somebody knows if it is possible to record a radio-program / radio-show with the BS4 and / or BS3200?

Currently I am using the cassette recorder of my Ouverture, but I am thinking about getting an upgrade to a BS4 or BS3200.

Thank you for your help.