Collaborations between high-end audio brands and luxury automakers have proven to be a mixed bag over the past 20 years, but there is a lot of positive momentum right now when you look at the success of the partnerships between Sonus faber and Maserati, McIntosh and Jeep, Bowers & Wilkins and Aston Martin, KEF and Lotus.
Bang & Olufsen are deeply involved in the luxury car audio experience with a number of automakers, but those are specifically tied to car audio systems and not products for the home.
The new Bang & Olufsen Ferrari Collection aims to fill that gap with a limited-edition series of products that combine their latest wireless headphones, IEMs, and loudspeakers with the legendary Italian automakers signature colors and design accents.
The Ferrari collaboration also comes with some sticker shock for these limited edition pieces.
Here is a rundown of what products are being offered as part of the Bang & Olufsen Ferrari collection.
Beosound 2 Speaker
The Bang & Olufsen Beosound 2 was originally introduced in 2016 but has seen a number of significant changes over the past seven years.
The Beosound 2 (3rd Generation) is a uniquely shaped wireless-powered speaker that is designed to fill a room with 360-degree sound. It has built-in class D amps to power its drivers as well as providing internet connectivity for access to popular streaming services via Chromecast built-in, Apple Airplay, and Bluetooth. Get more specifications (pdf).
One innovative feature of the Beosound 2 is the inclusion of Active Room Compensation via Active Room Sense. This allows the speaker to detect its position in any space via a built-in microphone and distribute sound accordingly to ensure the optimum listening experience.
For the Ferrari Collection, the Beosound 2 is anodized in Ferrari’s signature red. The aluminum body is polished to provide a high shine, which brings out the richness of the red shade. To top it off, the the iconic Ferrari emblem sits below the grille.
Where to buy: £4,449 / €4,999 / $4,999 at bang-olufsen.com
Tip: Standard color models are available for $3,199 at bang-olufsen.com
Beoplay H95 Headphones
The Beoplay H95 is an over-the-ear wireless headphone that is optimized for a comfortable long-lasting (up to 38 hours on a single charge) listening experience. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is included and custom-made titanium drivers support powerful sound reproduction.
The H95 product is great for travelers or those who prefer headphone listening at home.
The H95 comes with an Aluminium carrying case, USB-A to USB-C cable, 3.5 mm audio cable, microfibre cleaning cloth, quick start guide, greeting card, and Instruction/care card. See more specifications (pdf).
For the Ferrari collection, the H95s incorporate Ferrari’s jet-black shade, with laser-etched Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari’s Prancing Horse logos to match. Under the earcups, the titanium speaker grilles have been anodized in red.
Where to buy: £1,149 / €1,299 / $1,299 at bang-olufsen.com (October 2023)
Tip: Standard color models are available for $899 at bang-olufsen.com
Beoplay EX Earphones
The Beoplay EX are versatile, great-looking earbuds. The earbuds include Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and feature a warmer tonal balance, along with excellent comfort for longer listening sessions.
The EX earbuds carry an IP57 weatherproof rating which means they can survive up to 30 minutes in one meter of water and are dust and sand-resistant.
In addition to the earbuds, the Beoplay EX comes with a charging case with a wireless Qi receiver, a .5 meter USB-A/USB-C charging cable, four sizes of COMPLY silicone tips, and a quick start guide. See more specifications (pdf).
For the Ferrari Collection, the right earbud features the black foiled logo of the Ferrari emblem, sitting under glass poured in red, cut and polished to provide a mirror-like shine.
Where to buy: £449 / €499 / $499 at bang-olufsen.com
Tip: Standard color models are available for $399 at bang-olufsen.com
Beosound Explore Bluetooth Speaker
The Beosound Explore is a compact Bluetooth speaker designed for the great outdoors.
Featuring rugged construction with an IP67 dust and waterproof rating, and up to 27-hours of battery life, you can take it just about anywhere. The anodized aluminum shell is also scratch-resistant. See more specifications (pdf)
The Besound Explore includes a customized EQ to optimize sound quality from various genres, as well as Bluetooth multipoint connectivity for added content accessibility.
The two-channel class D amplifier (one for each 1.8-inch driver) can put out as much as 30 watts per channel – more than enough to fill your listening environment. You can also pair two Explorers together for enhanced stereo sound.
For inclusion in the Ferrari collection, the Explore comes with Ferrari’s laser-etched Prancing Horse, and a striking black carabiner for any adventure. The two-layer speaker body is anodized in red and black so that the grille stands out against the dark interior.
Where to buy: £219 / €249 / $249 at bang-olufsen.com
Tip: Standard color models are available for $199 at bang-olufsen.com
Availability and Price
The Bang & Olufsen Ferrari Collection will be available at www.bang-olufsen.com, select Bang & Olufsen stores, Ferrari dealers, and at the Online Ferrari Store.
To review – here are the models and prices:
- Beosound 2 Speaker: £4,449 / €4,999 / $4,999
- Beoplay H95 Headphones £1,149 / €1,299 / $1,299
- Beoplay EX Earphones: £449 / €499 / $499
- Beosound Explore Bluetooth Speaker: £219 / €249 / $249
Learn more at: bang-olufsen.com/en/story/ferrari-collection
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