Folks,
As I mentioned in the "Eclipse" forum, I am very pleased to report that I have finally gotten my BILD7.77 and have very simply and successfully integrated my BL50 speakers. Volume is fully controlled by Loewe remote.
On the devices hooked, Oppo Blueray player 105D and Apple TV 4K have been connected directly in the TV and all the sound management is done by Loewe & Almando Multi Surround in very simple and intuitive fashion.
On the sound front, I have the full control on how the sound is played. I used 2 speaker mode for playing the music and TV speaker becomes silent and when watching Video / Movie, TV speaker becomes the Center Channel. For those who are interested in multi channel surround, Almando box gives you all the connections that you need (Rear / Subwoofer and another set of fronts).
On the screen side, I can switch the screen off when listening to music and the famous curtains are there with all their majesty.
As far as the screen quality goes, in my opinion, it is the best execution of OLED. Very noticeably better than LG C screen (AKA Eclipse :)
On the speaker sound, Loewe have some magic of their own. Sound from the TV speakers (120W) is rich, pristine and very enjoyable and is in complete harmony with my B&O BL 50.
Installing the TV on the stand was as simple as it gets. Typical German precision and mindset.
Design is very Bauhaus... Minimal is maximum. Looks beautiful.
Internet setup was straight forward and Netflix and You Tube etc. have been installed on the Loewe (but honestly they are already there on Apple 4K TV as well).
Internet Radio works like charm. Tidel app comes pre installed. I do not have the service so have not checked out the quality. but no reason to believe it is not the best here either. One can download more apps via the browser and other functionalities.
My next setup goal is using Blue Tooth to stream from Sony WALKMAN. I also have to learn the full functionality of "ALMANDO Multi Surround) which has so much that I doubt I will fully understand or use it.
I have thrown out my BS5 /MB5 combo. That is piece of garbage now with no ability to connect with Mac and loosing CD ripping and frankly, is not needed any more. Will not need any of the B&O sound products as the Apple TV integration with iTunes and further exploration of Almando already gives me more than I can ever use.
Since I am not a Mutiroom Set up person, I will not be trying that feature of the Loewe / ALMANDO but the Loewe BILD 7 have the full multiroom abilities and in combination with Almando, your imagination and effort is the limit.
Lastly, BILD 7 was imported into the USA from Loewe Gallery in Amsterdam and person in charge there (Cess) is a fantastic source of knowledge and an example of outstanding customer service.
Shipping and custom clearance was a non issue. Simple and straightforward. Delivery was perfect.
I have posted more pictures in the Media section with the music running via Apple TC
Let me know if I can help anyway..
