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Bang & Olufsen - Beocenter 4000 – Rare Stereo Receiver カセットレコーダープレーヤー
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Bang & Olufsen - Beocenter 4000 – Rare Stereo Receiver カセットレコーダープレーヤー

Very rare collectible item! Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 4000 – Iconic Danish Hi-Fi Masterpiece(1979 Version) For sale is an exceptional Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 4000, one of the most iconic music centers ever designed by the legendary Danish manufacturer. Created by Jacob Jensen and manufactured in Denmark, the Beocenter 4000 combines a powerful stereo receiver, Dolby B cassette deck, and elegant Scandinavian styling in a single, beautifully engineered component. Its minimalist design, premium materials, and outstanding audio performance have made it a true classic among vintage Hi-Fi enthusiasts. Features: Designed by Jacob Jensen Made in Denmark Integrated FM/MW/LW stereo receiver 2 × 40 W high-fidelity amplifier Dolby B cassette deck Electronic tape transport LED recording level indicator Premium Scandinavian design Compatible with Bang & Olufsen Beovox loudspeakers Collector's Rarity: ★★★★★★★★★☆ (9.5/10) The Beocenter 4000 is regarded as one of Bang & Olufsen's finest vintage music centers. Its combination of timeless industrial design, excellent sound quality, and limited availability makes it a highly desirable collector's piece. Fully restored examples are increasingly rare and continue to appreciate in value, making this an outstanding opportunity for collectors and lovers of classic Danish Hi-Fi. Description The Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 4000 is one of the most iconic stereo music centers ever produced by Bang & Olufsen. Designed by the legendary Jacob Jensen, it was introduced in 1979 and combined a high-performance FM/AM receiver, integrated amplifier, and Dolby B cassette deck in a beautifully minimalist cabinet. Unlike conventional receivers of its time, the Beocenter 4000 featured B&O's distinctive Scandinavian design with touch-sensitive controls, concealed panels, and premium wood finishes (teak, oak, or rosewood). It was based on the acclaimed Beomaster 2200 receiver and represented one of the finest cassette receiver systems of its era. Main Specifications Manufactured: 1979–1982 (Type 1603) Made in: Denmark Designer: Jacob Jensen Integrated stereo receiver and cassette deck Power output: 2 × 40 W into 8 Ω Dolby B Noise Reduction FM Stereo, MW, and LW tuner Electronic cassette transport LED recording level meter Inputs for external turntable and tape recorder Dimensions: 640 × 95 × 330 mm Weight: Approximately 10 kg Sound Quality The Beocenter 4000 is highly regarded for: Warm and detailed Scandinavian sound Excellent FM tuner sensitivity High-quality Dolby B cassette deck Powerful amplifier section Superb build quality Elegant, timeless industrial design It is often considered one of the best cassette receiver systems Bang & Olufsen ever produced. How Rare Is It? Collector's Rarity: ★★★★★★★★★☆ (9.5/10) The 1979 Beocenter 4000 is highly collectible because: It was produced in relatively limited numbers. It was designed by Jacob Jensen, whose work is displayed in museums around the world. Many units have not survived due to age-related cassette mechanism issues. Original wood-finished examples are especially desirable. It represents one of Bang & Olufsen's most elegant and technically accomplished music centers of the late 1970s. Among vintage Bang & Olufsen products, the Beocenter 4000 is considered one of the brand's most desirable integrated music systems.

No. 107861670

No longer available
Bang & Olufsen - Beocenter 4000 – Rare Stereo Receiver カセットレコーダープレーヤー

Bang & Olufsen - Beocenter 4000 – Rare Stereo Receiver カセットレコーダープレーヤー

Very rare collectible item!
Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 4000 – Iconic Danish Hi-Fi Masterpiece(1979 Version)

For sale is an exceptional Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 4000, one of the most iconic music centers ever designed by the legendary Danish manufacturer.

Created by Jacob Jensen and manufactured in Denmark, the Beocenter 4000 combines a powerful stereo receiver, Dolby B cassette deck, and elegant Scandinavian styling in a single, beautifully engineered component. Its minimalist design, premium materials, and outstanding audio performance have made it a true classic among vintage Hi-Fi enthusiasts.

Features:

Designed by Jacob Jensen
Made in Denmark
Integrated FM/MW/LW stereo receiver
2 × 40 W high-fidelity amplifier
Dolby B cassette deck
Electronic tape transport
LED recording level indicator
Premium Scandinavian design
Compatible with Bang & Olufsen Beovox loudspeakers


Collector's Rarity: ★★★★★★★★★☆ (9.5/10)

The Beocenter 4000 is regarded as one of Bang & Olufsen's finest vintage music centers. Its combination of timeless industrial design, excellent sound quality, and limited availability makes it a highly desirable collector's piece. Fully restored examples are increasingly rare and continue to appreciate in value, making this an outstanding opportunity for collectors and lovers of classic Danish Hi-Fi.

Description

The Bang & Olufsen Beocenter 4000 is one of the most iconic stereo music centers ever produced by Bang & Olufsen. Designed by the legendary Jacob Jensen, it was introduced in 1979 and combined a high-performance FM/AM receiver, integrated amplifier, and Dolby B cassette deck in a beautifully minimalist cabinet.

Unlike conventional receivers of its time, the Beocenter 4000 featured B&O's distinctive Scandinavian design with touch-sensitive controls, concealed panels, and premium wood finishes (teak, oak, or rosewood). It was based on the acclaimed Beomaster 2200 receiver and represented one of the finest cassette receiver systems of its era.

Main Specifications
Manufactured: 1979–1982 (Type 1603)
Made in: Denmark
Designer: Jacob Jensen
Integrated stereo receiver and cassette deck
Power output: 2 × 40 W into 8 Ω
Dolby B Noise Reduction
FM Stereo, MW, and LW tuner
Electronic cassette transport
LED recording level meter
Inputs for external turntable and tape recorder
Dimensions: 640 × 95 × 330 mm
Weight: Approximately 10 kg

Sound Quality

The Beocenter 4000 is highly regarded for:

Warm and detailed Scandinavian sound
Excellent FM tuner sensitivity
High-quality Dolby B cassette deck
Powerful amplifier section
Superb build quality
Elegant, timeless industrial design

It is often considered one of the best cassette receiver systems Bang & Olufsen ever produced.

How Rare Is It?

Collector's Rarity: ★★★★★★★★★☆ (9.5/10)

The 1979 Beocenter 4000 is highly collectible because:

It was produced in relatively limited numbers.
It was designed by Jacob Jensen, whose work is displayed in museums around the world.
Many units have not survived due to age-related cassette mechanism issues.
Original wood-finished examples are especially desirable.
It represents one of Bang & Olufsen's most elegant and technically accomplished music centers of the late 1970s.

Among vintage Bang & Olufsen products, the Beocenter 4000 is considered one of the brand's most desirable integrated music systems.

Bidding closed
Matthew McIvor
Expert
Estimate € 550 - € 650

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