Hi Frede,

I would have been but you found me an original.  I suggested it as the originals are so scarce and a newer version will have the benefit of more modern internal components.  I was looking for one for over 2 years without success.

I hope these are of use to those who wish to complete their systems.  It does make a difference in use and the ability to use headphones - which otherwise you can't.  I'm sure they will also be up to Frede's high standards.

Dave FARR

Today I received the PCB and I have now assembled the prototype.

I stated to test the Headphone function and that worked really fine. Next I tested the Stereo Width function and compared with the original B&O Stereo Wídth Box. Also this function worked exactly as the expected and as the original.

This means I have a full functioning Stereo Width Box for Beolab 5000 and I can order the parts and the front and back panels with printing.

Until now I have received reply / orders from 7 costumers / Beoworlders and I will produce those 7 plus perhaps an extra.

I have chosen to use two transformers (B&O are only using one) for the headphone function. This is to have a better full balanced connection and optimal sound quality.

If someone are interested you can still send me an email / pm I will order the parts next week.

/Frede

classic wrote:

Some time ago Dave Farr suggested me to (re) design and build a number of the Stereo Width Box for Beolab 5000 and center speaker setup.

Since this box is so hard to find I have decided to follow his advice.

The parts are identified, a suitable box has been found and I will have a front designed matching the original. The cost is not known until now, but I expect a price about 2500.- DKK / 335 EUR.

I will be building the first 3 units during the next month.

The purpose of the message:  Are there any interest at the above price level?

 

Please leave your comments here or send me a PM

/Frede

The photo is the original B&O Stereo Width Box

Anyone more getting erection from this?

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Yes, me!

If I had the money that is.

Yes, now I have received the important parts for the StereoWidthBox

Here you can see a comparison with the original.

/Frede

...and more photo's

and the backside

Hi Frede,

nice job as I'd expect.  I'm glad some people have taken this up.  If you were to advertise these more widely, I'm sure you'd get more orders too.

Dave.

Looking forward to getting mine, who else on Beoworld is in the queue ?