Bang & Olufsen BeoLab 6000

Name: Bang & Olufsen Beolab 6000
Brand: Bang & Olufsen

An active loudspeaker introduced in 1999, designed by Anders Hermansen as part of B&O's more affordable 'Red Line' series.

Overview

The Bang & Olufsen BeoLab 6000 is an active loudspeaker introduced in 1999 as part of the 'Red Line' series. The series was aimed at a younger audience, with more accessible pricing. The speaker has built-in amplification rated at 2 x 50W. It can also run passively from an external amplifier. Anders Hermansen designed it with a curved aluminum front grille and a solid aluminum base. It sat below the flagship Beolab 8000 in the B&O lineup.

Specifications

Power output	2 x 50W
Frequency response	45Hz–23kHz
Crossover frequency	2.2kHz
Drivers	1" soft dome tweeter, 5.25" woofer
Dimensions (W x H x D)	185 x 285 x 185 mm
Weight	4.5 kg
Inputs	Line-level (RCA), Speaker-level (for passive operation)
Finish	Silver, Black, White, Red

Design

The Beolab 6000 is an active loudspeaker, with the amplifier built into the cabinet. You can also use it as a passive speaker with an external amplifier. Anders Hermansen designed it. It has a curved aluminum front grille and a solid aluminum base.

Context

B&O introduced the Beolab 6000 in 1999 as part of the 'Red Line' series. It was positioned below the flagship Beolab 8000. It offered good sound and design in a more accessible package, aimed at a younger audience.

Market

Fully functional pairs in good condition sell for $400 - $800 on the used market. The internal amplifier modules are a common failure, particularly the power supply capacitors. The speaker terminals on the back also come loose. Replacement drivers and grilles are hard to find.