Hi

 

After much thought, I am seriously thinking about using BeoSystem3 for an AV solution.

The idea behind this is I want to leverage the AV video & sound engine for a centrally located and controlled AV system.

Talking to one of the local service technicians,  I believe the latest software version is solid.

It means I can update the video & sound ( tv & speakers ) as needed, and be able to have all my sources hidden away as well.

Does anyone have any stories or experience with the BeoSystem3 they would be happy to share please?

Thanks

 

Are you planning to use b&o speakers with it?

Also, are you looking at a new one? The hdmi version?

I have a BV 8-32  that I wanted to run from it, however I havent ruled out the possibility of buying a larger non-B&O tv that I can leverage the BS3 video processing capabilities.

Yes, it would be the HDMI enabled version. 

I looked at how you can run surround etc from a B&O tv, and then figured as I wanted flexibilty to connect an HDMI non-B&O Blu Ray player ( i.e. a Denon ), I figured a "video & audio engine" made sense, so I can mix and match sources and still have an integrated home. The idea behind buying the BS3 is having a "hub" that I can run video and sound from for the whole house.

I also have an older Avant tv I wanted to run in a different room, and hang some 6000s off it for sound. I wanted to build up my system to include some 8000 speakers for the main tv. Ironically, surround sound isnt a priority, but it would be nice to eventually have that capability.

 

 

 

 

 

Is there a new Beosystem 3 out? is the only difference with the HDMI vs DVI output?

 

Thanks

Was also looking at upgrading my friends BV4/BS1 to A demo but updated BS3, just for the HDMI. But the cost $6k still seems high for what is a prev-gen av unit whose total capabilities we will never use. So, with a heavy heart, we're gonna patch his present system with some remote hdmi switches and a multi-input component to hdmi adapter, and probably look at ditching the BV4 and BS1 and waiting for the new Apple TVs.

BnO: You're too slow!

chickenceo:

Is there a new Beosystem 3 out? is the only difference with the HDMI vs DVI output?

 

Thanks

I would have thought there had to be some kind of upgrade to process 3D.

I have to say I dont consider 3D a priority in AV, but if someone loves 3D hey go for it.

I was going to pick up a 2nd hand BS3, as 6K is exorbitant, but 3K is closer to a reasonable cost. With exception of sub 1K Hi Fi gear, I dont think I've bought many things new, ever. I just cant fiscally justify the crushing depreciation.  Mind you, this mindset works to your advantage when you can pick up a good E39 BMW M5 for sub $25k, so the driver in me gives a nod of approval.

I do view B&O gear as a buy and hold proposition. Sure there is more stuff out there that probably has an edge in some areas, but I'd see B&O as a modern classic which in my eyes delivers technically , aurally and visually as well. I've never forgotten first hearing my parents Beocenter 7007 system and how clean it ( still ) sounds, and I think that hooked me after hearing other "hi fi" systems and the B&O was just *clean* and I thought - yes, I want one of those.

I have a technical background, so running cables and wiring the house for AV is fairly easy for me, so a BS3 appeals in conceptual terms as well, for the level of integration I'm looking at trying to acheive.

I guess some of the questions I had was did anyone experience the BS3's dying, were there known bugs that can be fixed with software upgrades, do people consider it a worthy AV engine beyond the fact that it wears a B&O badge, are there issues with linking it to non B&O sources?  FWIW - I am not wanting total end to end control from a single point like the BS3, if i have to start and stop my blu ray playewr from a separate remote its definately not the end of the world for me.

Any thoughts welcome   ;-)

 

 

I think the BS3 is an excellent processor.

Mine is old but I keep the updates as current as I can (living 4.5 hours from a B&O dealer).

I use mine with 5s in front and 3s in the rear.

I really think it's a very good processor.  There are some Rotel and other brands that will handle B&O equipment but I like to keep it all in the family

I've had no problems with mine!

 

Great - thank you for your thoughts. I do also think its worth ( usually ) "keeping it in the family" regards B&O gear.

Me too, I am looking forward to pick up a used BS 3 to replace my old Lexicon. However, I wish price could come down a bit more.

Does it still have problems decoding DTS HD ?