Since the product has only been in the shops for a couple of days (officially at least), you can hardly expect any in depth listening experiences/reviews.

You can listen to the Theatre (with or without the 28’s as surround speakers) in the shop environment, but that is by far not enough.
They still have limited options of showcasing it. The two shops I have visited had the gold one with the stand - as an eyecatcher - in the window for display. The other one - also on a stand - was (just like B&O want it) with the BL28’s in the back.

Tip!
Don’t let them play music off YT - let them play from Spotify/Deezer instead.

I guess we will have to be patient….untill someone really has the Theatre in his home.
Unless you are able to make an appointment with a dealer for a longer session.

Also most dealer still have to learn a lot about the Theatre (when it works in a LG-tv setup).
If you have seen all or many of the videos in this thread, you often know more than ‘some’ dealers.

Also looking forward to the video from John/Manchester - his videos mostly are very informative, inspiring and fun ?

 

MM

I went to see the Theatre in a store yesterday. The intent is to replace an Eclipse 65 Gen1 and hopefully have something that can "keep-up" with screen development. Having spent an hour and a half being demonstrated to me I would bullet point the following from my perspective.

1. The sonic capabilities for visual playback are impressive. I think this BS/BL can be used as standalone without much complaint.
2. It will be interesting to hear how this unit will hand-off and compliment my BL90s. I think it will take substantial load off them for visual material. Definitely not anywhere as "good" as the 90s but can see the argument that BL28s not required upfront as valid.
3. I did not hear a room calibrated Theatre as the Dealer had basically butchered a Gen3 65 Eclipse to demonstrate the Theatre. Out of the box is good.
4. I was blown away by the LG C2/G2 screen clarity. A lifetime away from the Eclipse Gen1 screen.
5. Still dont like the LG menu setup. B&O need to get a grip here and have their APP completely skin-over the LG interface.
6. The whole setup of the Theatre is done via the APP. I was told that the BL50/90 keep their own calibrations but the Theatre "manages" the DSP for visual playback. Music playback is not changed and relies on the  BL90/50 calibration.
7. I dont like the motorised floor stand - either design, price or functionality. It assists in consuming too much space for the TV.
8. I dont like the oak lamella frets.
9. The shape and material quality of the Theatre is very good.
10. I made it clear I though B&O were taking a joke on the cost of add-ons. A motorised stand which is +£1300 more than the Eclipse stand, price of the wings and VESA mount etc....
11. Also made it clear that B&O have to stop making products with specialist parts that have limited life (BS5 Encore power, Moment screens, Gen1 Eclipse Screens etc..). Its a big haircut to have a product binned and to repurchase. This has been heard loud an clear apparently.

Im sure however, this is a good solution for people with Gen1 Eclipse's and they will sell many of them. Expecting to order mine today.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q4Qho348IwA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_S7K1Ir-Tc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7VduKLZX2lM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8KiCcT2oY_w

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cPONp4Cp1I

Great videos, Thanks!

Now I have ordered a Beosound Theater and a pair of Beolab 18. Gold and wood on both. Expected delivery in December unfortunately. I already have a TV unit that I will keep for the time being so I will put the soundbar on it. My LG Oled G65 is already hanging on the wall.

I will be using the Beolab 18 as rear speakers. I listened to that setup at my local Bang Olufsen dealer and it was in my opinion very good. Maybe I missed a little bass from the Beolab Theater when I listened to metal, but I think I will have a lot of enjoyment from the speakers for a long time to come. And they look so beautiful.

My Theatre was expected to arrive today, but my dealer has told me that there is now a 2-3 week delay. I went ahead and bought an LG C2 77" so that I won't face frustration with the Beoremote One control. It looks like they'll both be arriving at about the same time.

I'll be moving my Samsung 75" 4K screen and Beosystem 4 to the den to replace my Beovision 4-42. I love the brushed aluminum frame on that Beovision 4, but it's time to make the upgrade from 720p to 4K.

I got the 65" with the floor stand in oak and I should be getting it late next week if I'm lucky. So excited!