Meridian claim that they are virtually unique in producing digital loudspeakers, but I for one have not come across anyone else offering similar products - until now, that is.

A visit to Bang & Olufsen (UK) - http://www.bang-olufsen.com/web2/systems/product.asp?page=ts&section=systems?=ls&ProdID=544 - reveals summary details on their BeoLab5 digital loudspeakers. They offer 2500 watts output and have 'adaptive bass control calibration' built in. You have to register on the B&O site in order to download specifications and user guide.

It would be interesting to hear these hooked-up to Meridian processors (and there is provision on the Meridian MSR+ for B&O kit). They accept digital inputs from non-B&O equipment, and can be daisy-chained in a similar fashion to Meridian loudspeakers. They are priced at �10,000 (pair).

The remaining B&O loudspeaker range is active-analogue only.


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