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Beosound A1 (1st Generation)

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Sentiment score67% positive
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Last updated: Jun 21, 2026

Reddit Reviews

Reddit IconBroccoliNervous9795
4 months ago

It’s old tech now but still holds up: - LG PF50KS (or KA/KG) mini projector - Two Beoplay A1 (1st Gen with 3.5mm input) - Modified Y 3.5mm splitter into L&R channels for the A1 speakers in stereo to avoid Bluetooth latency. - Apple TV or Roku stick, something like that. All can be powered with USB-C. (except Apple TV) And then hope you have a good white wall to project on to.

Reddit IconFastitocalons
2 months ago

Beosound A1 is worth a look. Especially since the 3rd gen one is actually repairable.

Reddit Iconhalfempty357
7 months ago

I have a Beosound A1. Fantastic sound and long lasting battery. Pricy but worth it IMO

Reddit Iconmelonaverde
6 months ago

I have two already. Great for indoors and traveling but volume is shit

Reddit Iconmrdoom
4 months ago

Beosound a1 is probably the most HIFI of the compact portables. Way more $ than I would want to spend on a small speaker but it has a hook and gets good reviews when you do not factor in the cost. 600g Earfun UboomL is still available and some of the folks around here say a pair of them are the cat's pajamas. Good bang for the buck option.

Reddit IconSVLibertine
10 months ago

I’d say it’s not worth it. Mine was a factory refurb for $390 (u.s.), which was a damned good deal. This country’s situation right now is fucking absurd, and likely won’t change any time soon. I have B&O A1s (pair) and love them, had the Explore and loved its looks, but not its sound.

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