Beocenter 4000 is an elegant fusion of an AM/FM stereo receiver, effectively the Beomaster 2200, and a high-quality cassette deck that rivals the performance of more expensive standalone models. Moreover, featuring a Sendust tape head, this system guarantees superior playback quality while ensuring longevity and optimal frequency response. Additionally, it incorporates two motors—one for fast winding and another for normal playback—providing smooth and stable tape transport at all times. In addition, a Dolby B Noise Reduction circuit ensures high-quality, low-noise recordings. Despite its advanced technical features and comprehensive capabilities, the Beocenter 4000 remains user-friendly.
Furthermore, focusing on exceptional radio and tape reproduction, the Beocenter 4000 offers a compelling alternative to traditional disc systems. By adding a compatible Beogram from the Bang & Olufsen lineup and two Beovox S45 bookshelf or P45 wall-mounted speakers, you can effortlessly transform it into the complete, top-quality Beosystem 4000.
Finally, the Beocenter 4000 includes a robust 2 x 40 watts RMS amplifier, an FM tuner, and Long and Medium wave radio capabilities, all housed within a stereo cassette deck that boasts features typically reserved for separate high-quality models.
Type Number
1603 (1978 – December 1980)
Designer:
Jacob Jensen
Manufactured:
1978 – 1980
Color Options:
Rosewood, Teak, White, Oak
Power Output
2 x 40 watts at 4 ohms
2 x 30 watts at 8 ohms
Music Power: 2 x 75 watts at 4 ohms
Music Power: 2 x 40 watts at 8 ohms
Speaker Impedance
4 ohms
Performance Specifications
Harmonic Distortion: < 0.05%
Intermodulation Distortion: < 0.1%
Frequency Range: 20 – 30,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Low Impedance Pickup): > 60 dB
Equalizer Controls
Bass Control (40 Hz): +/- 12 dB
Treble Control (12,500 Hz): +/- 12 dB
Tuner Specifications
FM Tuner Range: 87.5 – 108 MHz
Long Wave (LW): 147 – 350 kHz
Medium Wave (MW): 520 – 1610 kHz
Cassette Deck Specifications
Tape Compatibility: C60 – C90
Wow and Flutter: < +/- 0.15%
Speed Deviation: < +/- 1.5%
Fast Forward/Rewind Time: 80 seconds
Frequency Range (Chrome Tape): 30 – 15,000 Hz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Chrome): > 58 dB
Dolby Noise Reduction (Chrome): > 66 dB
Power Supply Specifications
Voltage: 110 – 130 – 220 – 240 V
Power Consumption: 20 – 200 W
Physical Dimensions
Dimensions (W x H x D): 65.5 x 8.5 x 31 cm
Weight: 15 kg
Connections
Extra Tape Recorder: DIN
Gramophone: DIN
Headphone Jack
Beocenter 4000 service manual can be downloaded here for free.
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