Upside
The 65" BeoVision 4 shares the same minimalist styling of its smaller kin, with a sleek, clean frame surrounding the 16:9 screen. If the standard silver isn't your cup of tea, the frame is also available in black, dark grey, blue and red. The BeoVision 4's analog TV tuner and connectors come in a separate driver box, which means the panel itself if kept sleek at only 11cm wide.
As you'd expect from something in this price range, the specs of the screen are quite impressive. This BeoVision boasts a screen resolution of 1366x768 pixels, a contrast of 3000:1, a viewing angle of 160 degrees and more. The screen's driver box is fairly well fitted out with a DVI input as well as S-Video connectors.
Downside
It's a pity that at close to AU$40,000, Bang & Olufsen has left out a few important parts, namely a digital television tuner and speakers. But we're guessing that if you're shopping at this end of the market, spending a few thousand dollars more on sound and a HD-capable set top box isn't going to be a stretch.
Outlook
Quality has never been an issue for Bang & Olufsen, so we expect this screen to produce outstanding pictures. Whether it's worth the hefty price tag is up to your wallet.
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jarrodsplace
04/09/2008, 07:22 PM
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9/10
The BeoVision 4 65 might be the most expensive TV on the planet but something has to be. The TV offers a sublime viewing experience across all sources, something that most TV's just can't do. The sound is outstanding. I started by using BeoLab 7-2 on it's own which was amazing and changed to BeoLab 7-4 and BL5's which has now changed my world. The TV is beautifully made and the aluminium frame is stunning. The Beo4 remote makes operation seamless and intuitive.
Pros: Picture across all sources, sound, ease of use.
Cons: None, if you can afford it.
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sree
25/02/2008, 05:34 AM
rating
9/10
unbelievable quality... unmatched... simply the best
Pros: best quality
Cons: price tag!
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J2ppy
17/09/2007, 02:21 AM
rating
10/10
Amazing, just ordered the entire setup including DVD etc to add tomy current AV9000 and Beolink system. Can't wait for the system to appear now.
Pros: Superb!
Cons: Going to have to wait another year for my Aston Martin DBS!!!
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mekka386
17/01/2007, 04:28 AM
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9/10
It is my distinct pleasure to be able to add this post to your comments area. I have owned my B&O 65" for a little over a year now. There are no words to accurately describe the viewing experience offered by this B&O masterpiece. I have it installed in my homes family room. I serves all of our entertainment needs and then some. There's nothing like watching a lifesize version of Elmo with your 2 year old. The Beo 2 serves as both an input devise and an "upconverter" transfering low quality broadcasts into outstanding visuals and the HD, unreal. Many of the images seem like they are in the room with you. All and all the price point is an issue no matter who you are, the price of a television equal to the cost of a major home renovation, difficult to rationalize, but once you see this plasma in action you will not regret it.
Pros: Everything. Upconverter, input features. The Beo 2 allows you to upgrade to keep pace with the latest technologies. The ability to swap out frame colors to match room decor. Uniqueness. This is a timeless piece of minimalist art not a CES flash in the pan.
Cons: Securing the television is obviously the most important issue in the installation of a 65" screen. However, the wall mount bracket costs more than many plasmas. Unnecessary and unfair to loyal B&O consumers.
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BUBBA MOUTH
22/12/2006, 11:06 AM
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10/10
this is great oppertunaty but only if you feal like payig $40,000
Pros: Great sound, big screen
Cons: The price
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DaMan
26/10/2006, 05:11 AM
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4/10
Nice, but...
You know what... if you've got the coin, buy it. Whatever makes you happy spanky.
Pros: Hey B&O makes a great product, top notch quality.
Cons: Let's be realistic - You can buy a Pioneer PRO 1540HD with the same picture specifications. Including digital tuner, better & more inputs, generally more of everything at 1/3 of the cost.
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jealous
09/10/2006, 03:13 PM
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8/10
Wow this is amazing
Ill never be able to afford it. but good for you, hope you have a hot wench to snuggle upto while watching it.
Pros: If you can afford it, your rollin in it. thats a pro
Cons: I can't afford it
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jealous
09/10/2006, 03:12 PM
rating
8/10
Wow this is amazing
Ill never be able to afford it. but good for you, hope you have a hot wench to snuggle upto while watching it.
Pros: If you can afford it, your rollin in it. thats a pro
Cons: I can't afford it
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Mons
09/12/2005, 04:44 AM
Absolutely Stunnig
Iv'e Been on the market for quite some time now serching for the perfect plasma and thanks to Bang & Olufsen Iv'e found it this 65" screen surpasses anything I have ever seen coupled with the speaker system the remote control that controls everything from my tv to the cd player the dvd player and even dimming my lights yeah maybe you can buy a brand new car for the same money you would spen on this system but its worth every penny I will never go to the movies again the cinema is inferior to my system
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