Short answer: the Marshall Woburn I. It ranks #6 of 13 powered desktop speakers by sound quality at $500; the B&O Beosound 1 ranks #11 and costs $2000, so there is not much of a tradeoff to weigh.
What the Marshall Woburn I offers: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class. Watch for: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff.
What the B&O Beosound 1 offers: Its documented strengths make it a credible option in this class. Watch for: Overly boosted bass and recessed mids.
Buy the Marshall Woburn I. It ranks higher for sound quality than the B&O Beosound 1 and costs less, so there is no real case for the other one.
If sound quality matters at all to you, skip the B&O Beosound 1. It ranks near the bottom of the 13 powered desktop speakers, so look higher up the list instead.
Specifications Side By Side
| Marshall Woburn I | B&O Beosound 1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $500 Discontinued | $2000 |
| Ranked | #6 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers | #11 of 13 in Medium Size Powered Desktop Speakers |
| Aux Input | Yes | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz | ~53Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Power Input | AC Power cord | AC Power cord |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg | 7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg |
| App | No | No |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) | 6.4" x 12.9" (162 x 327 mm) |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) | No |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) | 35Hz - 24.3kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux | - |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters | 4" woofer, 1.5" full-range driver |
| Party Mode | No | No |
| Stereo | Yes | Yes |
| TWS | No | No |
| Wifi | No | - |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported | - |
| Output Power | 90W | - |
| Discontinued | Yes | - |
| Power Bank | - | No |
| USB Playback | - | No |
| Max Volume | - | 91dB |
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The Two Speakers In Full
Marshall Woburn I: $500 Discontinued
Cons: Peaky midrange, treble rolloff. Not as deep bass as others in the class. Discontinued.
Full Marshall Woburn I review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~50Hz |
| Battery Life | No Battery |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC, aptX |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Dimensions | 15.7" x 12.1" x 7.9" (400 x 308 x 200 mm) |
| Discontinued | Yes |
| Drivers | 2x 5.25" woofers, Integrated in woofers midrange, 2x 1" tweeters |
| EQ | Yes (Bass/Treble) |
| Frequency Response | 30Hz - 20kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Inputs | Bluetooth, RCA, Aux |
| Output Power | 90W |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| Weight | 17.4 lbs / 7.9 kg |
| Wifi | No |
| Woofer Cabinet | ported |
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B&O Beosound 1: $2000
Cons: Overly boosted bass and recessed mids. Overly expensive
Full B&O Beosound 1 review and specifications →
| App | No |
|---|---|
| Aux Input | Yes |
| Bass Extension (-10dB) | ~53Hz |
| Battery Life | 16 hours (Manufacturer specified) |
| Bluetooth Codecs | SBC |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
| Dimensions | 6.4" x 12.9" (162 x 327 mm) |
| Drivers | 4" woofer, 1.5" full-range driver |
| EQ | No |
| Frequency Response | 35Hz - 24.3kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| IP Rating | None |
| Max Volume | 91dB |
| Party Mode | No |
| Power Bank | No |
| Power Input | AC Power cord |
| Stereo | Yes |
| TWS | No |
| USB Playback | No |
| Weight | 7.7 lbs / 3.5 kg |
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