Get ready for a blend of vintage cool and modern tech! Bang & Olufsen, the renowned audio company, has just unveiled a new music system that cleverly combines a classic piece of their history with their latest innovations. Called the Beosystem 3000c, this limited-edition setup takes a refurbished Beogram 3000 turntable from 1985 and pairs it with the brand’s current, high-tech Beolab 8 wireless speakers. It’s all about bringing the rich sound of vinyl into today’s connected world. Only 100 sets will ever be made, making this a rare treat for music lovers who appreciate both the past and the present.
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This system offers a compelling proposition: experience the warm, detailed sound of your vinyl collection alongside the convenience of effortless modern music streaming, all within one beautifully designed package.
What’s Inside the Beosystem 3000c?
At its heart, the Beosystem 3000c is a fusion. You get a painstakingly restored and updated classic turntable alongside brand-new, state-of-the-art wireless speakers. This isn’t just plugging an old record player into new speakers; it’s a carefully curated system designed to offer the best of both worlds.
The Timeless Turntable: Beogram 3000 Recreated
Let’s talk about the star of the show for many vinyl enthusiasts: the Beogram 3000 turntable. Originally launched nearly 40 years ago, this deck was known for innovative features aimed at getting the best possible sound from your records. It featured a lightweight tonearm and a special ‘Optimum Pivot Point’ system designed to minimize vibrations that can interfere with playback, ensuring a cleaner sound.
It also used something called tangential tracking. Instead of the tonearm swinging across the record in an arc, like most turntables, it moves in a straight line. Think of it like how the cutting head moves when a record is made. This method helps reduce tracking errors, which can improve audio quality and reduce wear on your records.
Bang & Olufsen Beosystem 3000c with classic Beogram 3000 turntable and modern Beolab 8 speakers
Bang & Olufsen didn’t just pull these old turntables out of storage. As part of their ‘Recreated Classic’ series, they’ve taken original Beogram 3000 units and given them a full spa treatment at their factory. The materials are preserved, meticulously cleaned, and then upgraded with modern components to ensure reliability and performance today and into the future. The original aluminum parts have even been remanufactured and given new finishes, like pearl-blasted and brushed treatments, for a fresh yet classic look.
The Modern Powerhouse: Beolab 8 Wireless Speakers
Providing the sound for the Beosystem 3000c are Bang & Olufsen’s latest Beolab 8 speakers. These are far from typical speakers. They are wireless and have built-in network streaming capabilities, meaning they can connect directly to your home network and play music from various sources without needing extra boxes.
They support popular streaming services and technologies like Tidal, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2 (great for Apple users), Chromecast (perfect for Android and Google users), and standard Bluetooth 5.3. This versatility means you can easily stream music wirelessly from your phone, tablet, or computer whenever you’re not listening to vinyl. These versatile speakers retail for £2199 / $2749 / AU$4499 on their own.
To match the classic aesthetic of the refurbished turntable, the Beolab 8 speakers in the Beosystem 3000c come with elegant walnut wood ‘lamellas’ (those are the thin fins covering the front) and aluminum shells, creating a look that B&O describes as a “cohesive visual and acoustic experience.”
Why This System Exists: Honoring History, Embracing the Future
The Beosystem 3000c is more than just a product launch; it’s a statement from Bang & Olufsen about the longevity and timeless design of their products. The ‘Recreated Classic’ series is all about giving beloved older items a new lease on life in the modern era.
As Mads Kogsgaard Hansen from B&O puts it, “Through our Recreated Classics series, we honour the cultural impact of vinyl listening while showcasing the long-lasting value of B&O products. The Beosystem 3000c invites our customers to rediscover their vinyl collections and enjoy the emotional richness of music as it was meant to be heard.” It highlights B&O’s commitment to quality that lasts and designs that remain relevant.
Price and Availability
As you might expect for a limited-edition system combining classic craftsmanship with modern luxury audio, the Beosystem 3000c is a high-end offering. It is made to order and is available now, priced at £22,100 / $30,000 / €26,000.
This unique system is perfect for audiophiles and design enthusiasts who cherish the tangible experience of playing vinyl but also demand the convenience and performance of today’s wireless audio technology.
If you’re interested in exploring high-quality audio, check out our lists of the best hi-fi systems and best wireless speakers to see other great options available today.
