BeoPlay A3 by B&O PLAY Sound System for iPad

Let your iPad stand up and be heard.

Bang & Olufsen's BeoPlay A3 speakers combine rock-solid sound with clever design to turn up the dial on iPad enjoyment. Whether you want to listen to your favorite music, check out the latest film, or hold an online video conference, BeoPlay A3 adds an acoustic edge. “Adaptive Stereo Orientation” is what makes it work. A dedicated motion sensor inside BeoPlay A3 knows what's up or down, and helps render the best possible listening experience depending on the iPad's orientation.
  • Faceted design makes best use of iPad portability
  • Four speakers, one in each corner
  • Adjusts sound based on iPad orientation
  • iPad fits snugly into the front of the wedge
  • Three-year international warranty
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$299.95

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Features

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Listen to music or watch videos on your iPad with outstanding audio and in any orientation.

The BeoPlay A3's deceptively simple design beautifully conceals everything you don't need to worry about behind a black frame trimmed in aluminum. After popping in the iPad, you're ready to experience startlingly good sound definition and stereo separation wherever you choose to take it.

Superb portability

BeoPlay A3 is an ingeniously faceted wedge that allows you to fully enjoy all portable charms of iPad and its rounded edges are easy on both the eye and hand. Lay it on a table and you can tilt it into landscape mode to answer your email; but it’s also happy to tilt to portrait mode as you scroll through a playlist. Stand BeoPlay A3 on a table or desk and it transforms the iPad into an immersive theater or a viewer for multi-media presentations.

Sound components

Adaptive Stereo Orientation makes use of a dedicated, on-board accelerometer to determine the orientation of the sound hub and of your iPad, which then activates two of the three tweeters according to landscape or portrait orientation. So you're always met by highs coming from equidistant sources, and stereo definition is enhanced. The omnidirectional bass is always active, regardless of orientation.

Easy user interface

The volume adjustment and standby button are located on the thin edge, so they're always in reach. There's also a battery level indicator light and a secure docking lock and quick-release button.

Highlights

  • Conveniently designed as a stable wedge that can stand or rest on all sides
  • Rubber collars specially designed for iPad ensure a safe, snug fit and protect from possible scratches
  • Internal dedicated motion sensor helps render the best possible listening experience based on iPad orientation
  • Omnidirectional two-inch woofer in one of the deeper corners takes advantage of the extra volume
  • Half-inch tweeters are placed in the other three corners
  • Battery playing time of up to 5 hours
  • Charges your iPad when connected to AC power
  • Free BeoPlayer app available from the App store to access and stream 13,000 radio stations and even more

Did You Notice?

Dedicated Setup app available from the App Store lets you take advantage any new updates.

Technical Specs

General

  • Input Type: Docking Connector
  • Usage: Portable

Power

  • Power Source: AC

Driver

  • Frequency Response: 60 Hz - 15,000 Hz
  • Speaker Configurations: 2.1
  • Drivers: 3 x 1/2 in. tweeter, 1 x 2 in. woofer

Dimension

  • Weight: 2.8 lb./1.25 kg
  • Height: 2.8 in./7 cm
  • Width: 14.2 in./36 cm
  • Length: 8.3 in./21 cm

Compatibility

  • iPad
    1st generation

  • iPad 2
    2nd generation

  • iPad
    3rd generation

What's in the Box?

  • BeoPlay A3 by B&O PLAY sound system
  • Rubber collars for iPad, iPad 2 and new iPad
  • Power cord and separate plugs for EU, US, UK and Australia
  • User's guide

Manufacturer Information

Warranty

  • Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.
  • Warranty: Three years (When you register your BeoPlay A3 product at www.beoplay.com/register, you'll receive an automatic one-year warranty extension to your standard two-year warranty.)

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 5705260039726
  • Mfr. Part Number: 1291626
 

Ratings & Reviews

4.5

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Brilliant design & sound quality

    • Written by from New York

    Firstly, I think this limited for use iPad only and seem waste money because this device cannot upgrade for further iPad generation. However, the design is look so cool. I tested it on the shop. Wow, I love the music playing with such a little rich bass and the voice is clear. So......I take it just after 5 minutes. Now, I like to put it on my desk for watching news, drama when I work with iMac. Certainly, I love to watching MV from YouTube and enjoy :) …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    B&O A3 - Outstanding product and sound!

    • Written by from Spokane

    B&O A3 - Outstanding product and sound. Innovative design, quality and top build quality. The only feature which has not met expectations is when using FaceTime - the audio does not use the A3 speakers but only the iPad speaker. Disappointing. iTunes, Netflix and YouTube work well via the A3 speakers but not FaceTime (with the latest firmware release). I have contacted B&O and waiting for a reply. I would purchase a second unit for business video teleconferencing when this is resolved. …More

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

    • Written by from Brasschaat

    The sound that leaves this dock is so amazingly clear and full with detailed highs and real bass. Hearing is believing.

    10 of 11 people found this useful

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

    • Written by from Brasschaat

    The sound that leaves this dock is so amazingly clear and full with detailed highs and real bass. Hearing is believing.

    10 of 11 people found this useful

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    B&O A3 - Outstanding product and sound!

    • Written by from Spokane

    B&O A3 - Outstanding product and sound. Innovative design, quality and top build quality. The only feature which has not met expectations is when using FaceTime - the audio does not use the A3 speakers but only the iPad speaker. Disappointing. iTunes, Netflix and YouTube work well via the A3 speakers but not FaceTime (with the latest firmware release). I have contacted B&O and waiting for a reply. I would purchase a second unit for business video teleconferencing when this is resolved. …More

    19 of 21 people found this useful

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Brilliant design & sound quality

    • Written by from New York

    Firstly, I think this limited for use iPad only and seem waste money because this device cannot upgrade for further iPad generation. However, the design is look so cool. I tested it on the shop. Wow, I love the music playing with such a little rich bass and the voice is clear. So......I take it just after 5 minutes. Now, I like to put it on my desk for watching news, drama when I work with iMac. Certainly, I love to watching MV from YouTube and enjoy :) …More

    50 of 63 people found this useful

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