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Bang & Olufsen's new Beosound Balance speaker model comes with a marble plinth
What do modern speakers need? Good sound quality? As little distortion as possible? Longevity? Well, yes. Plus, according to Bang & Olufsen, marble plinths. Bang & Olufsen is debuting a partnership with Italian marble and granite company Antolini at Milan Design Week. The Beosound Balance Natura speaker features a sculptural base from Antolini that the audio company says elevates the device to its optimal height. Apparently, the plinth isn't just there for aesthetic — it's a functional audio element.
Let's face it, though: You wouldn't buy a speaker with a marble stand unless you wanted tha [...]
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