Bang & Olufsen Beolab 8 Speaker Receives WiSA HT Interoperability Certification
WiSA Association has announced that Bang & Olufsen’s Beolab 8 speaker has received WiSA Home Theater (HT) Interoperability Certification. This certification ensures speakers can receive uncompressed sound over a multichannel wireless network created by a WiSA Certified transmitter and speakers. Debuted at this year’s CEDIA Expo, the Beolab 8 speaker is the seventh Bang & Olufsen product to receive WiSA certification.
The Beolab 8 speaker uses WiSA HT technology to transmit and receive 24-bit 48/96 kHz audio over the multichannel network. Products that earn WiSA HT Interoperability Certification undergo rigorous testing to ensure they meet the multichannel audio standards WiSA solutions are known for. The Beolab 8 speaker utilizes various connection options to create this powerful sound – users can utilize an RJ45 Powerlink, Wireless Powerlink, 2 Ethernet connections, or a Line-in via USB-C to connect to a variety of existing TVs and sound systems, even those going back more than 30 years, making the Beolab 8 a perfect addition to an already established home theater setup.
“The Beolab 8 speaker is the epitome of versatility and functionality – exactly what home theater enthusiasts want and need to equip their space with immersive surround sound,” said Michael Henriksson, Vice President of Product Management & Design at Bang & Olufsen. “With the addition of WiSA HT Interoperability Certification, the Beolab 8 speaker gives users the option to customize their listening experience with up to 8 channels of wireless HD audio with absolutely zero latency.”
The speaker boasts multiple advanced sound features, like the Fluid Sweet Spot feature that uses a phone connection to the speaker to automatically adjust and provide the best direct acoustic sound – no matter where the listener is or where they move in the room. A built-in dedicated microphone maps out the specifications of the environment to deliver high-fidelity audio in any size or setup of a room. With two listening modes, users can easily switch how the Beolab 8 speaker pushes out sound – switch to narrow for an individualized listening experience or wide to evenly spread sound throughout the whole room. The Beolab 8 speaker is available in 4 base and cover colors and different setup options of table-standing, floor-standing or wall-mounted speakers.
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