Bang & Olufsen, a world-leading provider of exclusive, high-quality audio and video products, announces the North American arrival of its first fully digital audio system, BeoSound 5. Commonly referred to as a “modern-day juke box”, BeoSound 5 combines an unparalleled, high quality listening experience with an interactive piece of art to form a two component audio solution featuring an award winning playlist technology, intuitive graphical user interface, and an interactive, convenient operation for the end user.

“BeoSound 5 is unique as it is the only product available on the market which gives a strong physical presence to a virtual music environment,” states Zean Nielsen, President of Bang & Olufsen America, Inc. “We believe this product will resonate with music enthusiasts of all ages as it will encourage a new way of listening to music in a high-quality, interactive manner.”

BeoSound 5 arrives in all North American Bang & Olufsen showrooms this February 2009. MSRP begins at $5,900 and includes the BeoSound 5 master unit and the BeoMaster 5 socket unit. Additional pricing includes $500 for the floor stand, $250 for the table stand, and $100 for the wall bracket.

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