Flappo wrote:

Regarding the supposed Bauhaus design ( ugly nazi version of art deco )  V1 , it looks cheap and nasty , simple as that

If David Lewis' designs are so passé why are they in the MMO ?

I wonder if it's just a coincidence the monstrosity of a  tv is named after the flying bomb from ww2 ?

That crashed and burned too

WELL... 🙂

At least the V1 is honest in it's design, and not some bling aluminium and glass, gauche and ostentatious display of willy waving wealth to show off and impress the Jones's next door at your next finger food soiree. 😎

Fairs fair - B&O make different products for different aesthetic tastes, situations and budgets.

I saw a playmaker the other day in the plastic, and really liked it!  Yet, others here reportedly hate the look of it.. 

You seem unduly fixated negatively on the design of the V1 IMHO - I'm sure if you were to own one though, you'd come to a very similar conclusion as most of the V1 owners here have; that it's a mighty fine product and a true B&O one at that, with a design aesthetic, which whilst different to both other B&O products and the mainstream LG/Samsung/Sony et al, is nonetheless very pleasing design re how it 'sits' in the home.

I have zero regrets about buying my V1 and am extremely happy with it - on both performance, and aesthetic grounds, as I'm sure are many other happy owners.

The other thing that does seem fairly clear though, is that without some new design and pricing direction, re the Beo Play line, B&O could well founder - and  who wants to see fabulous design in the MOMA in NY, when you can't actually go out and buy it any more.  

B&O design as a museum piece ONLY - not something I want to see - I want to see B&O grow and prosper, and I think the B&O Play products, as an adjunct and addition to the product portfolio, are right on the money in terms of design, value and performance - especially to the younger, just starting out and tech savvy professional.

Best Regards

John  😐

I'm happy that they're getting their act together on the technical stuff inside - took them long enough - it's just that the new design direction leaves me a bit cold. I like the OTT ponsey classic b&o look .

All that smoked glass , aluminium and 'nice' plastics with lots of bmw level paint splashed all over . Yummy 

Flappo wrote:

Regarding the supposed Bauhaus design ( ugly nazi version of art deco )

Nazi Germany shut down the Bauhaus in 1933, it was the exact opposite of their "ideas". Art déco has absolutely nothing to do with the Bauhaus except that it originated around the same time. I’m quite happy that there is no Art déco television available from B&O.

V1 , it looks cheap and nasty , simple as that

I’m not at all in favor of the approach that the metallic tube hinge is partially visible but I wouldn’t consider it as "nasty".

If David Lewis' designs are so passé why are they in the MMO ?

Well, he’s dead, so he cannot continue his work. His office might be able to, but maybe B&O decided to choose a less expensive design direction which might have lead to the compromises some of us do not like.

I wonder if it's just a coincidence the monstrosity of a  tv is named after the flying bomb from ww2 ?

I cannot follow you. No B&O or Bauhaus designer was involved in the German rocket design in WW2.

That crashed and burned too

Tell this the people in GB who suffered badly from them. What’s your point? You do not like the design and want to create some weird Nazi influence? Where have you been educated?

I don't have the time or inclination to argue with a pinhead like you and I if I did the mods would only delete it all .

I'm guessing since you're a euro*** , a lot of my humour gets lost in translation.

Twaddle off and watch some Monsieur Ploppy does a wee wee. I hear that stuff goes down well in Belgium.

Flappo wrote:

Regarding the supposed Bauhaus design ( ugly nazi version of art deco )

A little bit of reading BEFORE writing sometimes prevents making a fool of oneself.

In English, especially for you :

I'm amazed you CAN read , then again it must come in handy for all those windows help books.

Back on topic - and enough of the eurodrip's and their pseudo intellectual pontification .

Anyone got a picture of the BV11 ? Maybe a mock up ??

I must say that I am disappointed in the way people smash down the design of the V1. It is just plain stupid. All people don't have the same feelings about certain designs.

I for one think the V1 is a very subtle and nice TV that packs more technology than you would expect. It is discreet and works very well. It doesn't "brag" or try to be too posh or draw any attention. Just perfect in my bedroom. You almost doesn't notice it is there until it is on and becomes a good home theatre system. 

I have had both good and bad impressions about its picture quality but after having some time to watch a few movies I love it. Very good picture engine and it sounds very well also. More bass than you would think from such a small cabinet.

I think the design is beautiful as do I like the other B&O TV´s also. They have a build, thought and feeling that makes them above everything else. If you see a V1 in IKEA I would be very surprised, but then again if this is the only argument you can say then you really don't know anything about design. Just frame a couple of hundred dollars instead if all you want is to brag(?). 

Flappo wrote:

I'm amazed you CAN read , then again it must come in handy for all those windows help books.

No, to be honest, it's from reading in apple help fora ...

Can we please stop arguing ? It's boring and not dignified in the least.

Plus you're not very good at it.

So has anyone got any more info on the BV11 ? I'm actually considering getting one this Xmas as my Sony is starting to play up. The V1 doesn't do anything for me and the game mode problem is a serious issue too.

I'd like a cheaper version of the BV7 tbh without the speaker at the bottom.

Perhaps one you could plug into an AV amp ?