When I decided to invest in the Bang & Olufsen Beosound 2, I wasn’t just buying another speaker, I was buying a statement piece. With its unusually tall, sculptural design and premium price tag usually hovering around $3,000, the Beosound 2 sits in a rare air of luxury wireless speakers.
After several weeks of daily use in my living room, from Spotify playlists and classical jazz to movie soundtracks and podcasts, here’s my honest experience with its sound quality, design, usability, and whether it justifies its premium price.
Design & Build: A True Work of Art
You don’t buy a Beosound 2 just for sound, you buy it for the overall experience.
This speaker looks like a piece of modern art. The tall, cylindrical profile with aluminum sides and a minimalist grille not only commands attention but also blends into luxurious interiors rather than standing out like typical black boxes. Whether it sits on a console in a luxury living room or anchors a high-end home office, it feels intentional and refined.
The materials feel excellent, the brushed aluminum has weight, texture, and confidence to match the price tag. From every angle, it’s clear this isn’t a budget product.
Setup & Everyday Usability
Setting up the Beosound 2 was straightforward. The speaker connects via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth and works with AirPlay, Chromecast, and the Bang & Olufsen app. The app itself is clean but not as intuitive as some rivals; expect a bit of a learning curve if you like deep customization.
Touch controls on top are responsive and feel premium. You can play, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume easily without reaching for your phone.
For everyday use, the speaker stays reliable, it reconnects quickly, and I had no dropouts in Bluetooth range typical of my space.
Sound Quality: Audiophile Worthy?
This is where the Beosound 2 shines… but with nuance.
Clarity & Detail
The first thing I noticed was the clarity and openness of the soundstage. Vocals feel present, instruments sound distinct, and there’s low distortion even at higher volumes. Acoustic and jazz tracks that often feel muddy on cheaper speakers sounded energized and alive.
Bass & Power
The Beosound 2 delivers impressive bass for a single standalone unit. It’s not a subwoofer-level punch, but it’s rich, controlled, and musical. Electronic music and bass-heavy tracks had presence without overwhelming the mids or highs.
Spatial Sound
Thanks to its 360-degree dispersion design, the speaker fills a room exceptionally well. In a medium-sized living room, the experience feels immersive. From my kitchen, I could hear detail without turning the volume up aggressively.
Limits
Where it doesn’t match the price tag?
- It’s not quite as impactful as a dedicated stereo pair
- Audiophiles may prefer separates or dedicated high-end setups
- Some tracks still feel like they could gain extra depth with more physical drivers
So while it’s excellent, it’s not the absolute pinnacle of audio possible on Earth, but it’s extremely enjoyable within the wireless speaker format.
Who It’s Best For
Perfect fit for:
Luxury living rooms
Home office setups where design matters
People who want a premium all-in-one wireless speaker
Audiophiles who like stylish, effortless audio
Not ideal if:
You’re after pure home-theater surround power
You want cheaper speakers with similar volume
You plan to use multiple units but don’t want to pay premium pricing
Price vs. Value: Is $3,000 Justified?
This is the part I know a lot of readers care about most.
Yes, $3,000 is a lot for a wireless speaker.
You can get powerful Bluetooth speakers and even audiophile bookshelf speakers for much less. But the Beosound 2 isn’t just about volume, it’s about the complete luxury experience: premium materials, elegant design, a memorable aesthetic, and sound that’s rich, refined, and full-bodied.
If you’re comparing purely sound performance per dollar, it’s harder to justify. But if your priority includes design, prestige, and lifestyle integration, it absolutely stands apart.
Pros
- Versatile connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPlay, Chromecast) it does something, but not everything.
- Stunning luxury design
- Clear, detailed audio with rich bass
- Excellent room-filling sound
- Solid build and premium materials
Cons
- Very high price
- App experience could be better
- Not a replacement for multi-speaker surround setups
Conclusion
Is it worth $3,000?
If design and premium experience matter as much as sound quality, yes, for the right buyer. If you’re only after raw audio performance without regard for design or brand prestige, there are more affordable options that perform very well.
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