Beovox 5700 high fidelity loudspeaker was of studio monitor quality with minimum distortion and maximum power handling capacity.
The loudspeaker was designed to handle 60 watts RMS or 100 watts music power with a distortion of less than 1% over the entire frequency range of 25-20,000 Hz. In order to produce these qualities, Beovox 5700 was fitted with a 25cm ABR (Auxiliary Bass Radiator) unit and a 25cm bass unit which together produced a clear powerful bass reproduction. Its mid-range dome was 5,5cm in diameter and its dome tweeter was 2cm. Dispersion was 160 degrees.
Owing to its size, Beovox 5700 could be preferably used as floor-standing speakers. For this reason Bang & Olufsen designed the trumpet stand, type 8906007. This stand had a top on which the loudspeaker could be placed, not only elegantly, but also practically so that a good sound dispersion could be achieved.
Beovox 5700 could be used with Beosystem 4000, an uncompromising stereo system, top of its range in the mid-1970s.
DIN power handling capacity 60 watts
Music power handling capacity 100 watts
Impedance 4 ohms
Frequency range 35 - 20,000 Hz
Harmonic distortion < 1 %
Sensitivity 3 watts
Net volume 45 litre
Woofer: 22,5cm and ABR 25cm
Mid-range 6cm Dome
Tweeter 2cm Dome
Crossover frequency 600 - 6000 Hz
Dimensions W x H x D: 36 x 66 x 30 cm
Weight 22.5 kg
Beovox 5700 Types: 6229 (1972 - April 1974); 6253 (1972 - June 1975)
Beovox 5702 Types: 6257 (1971 - Jan 1975); GB 6251 (1971 - Oct 1973)
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