Beolab 5 - how can I get the best sound out of them?

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JD
Jørgen Dreyer Hemmsen
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Posted April 10, 2026 at 19:03 GMT
#690890

Hi,

How can I get the best sound out of my Beolab 5?

In my current setup, my Beolab 5s are connected to an Essence Mk2, but I would like to upgrade. I see two options:

1. Buy a Beoconnect Core and connect via Powerlink (as I understand that the Beoconnect Core does not have a digital output I can use with my Beolab 5s).

2. Buy, for example, a Bluesound Node (N530) and connect via coax to get a digital signal into my Beolab 5s, thereby using the internal DAC in the speakers.

Which option is best? And does anyone have experience with these two setups?

I would also appreciate any general comments or suggestions on how to achieve the best possible sound.

Thanks

Jørgen

Severed_hand_of_skywalker
Severed_hand_of_skywalker
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Posted April 10, 2026 at 22:28 GMT
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I don't know about the cables but people say the new Core sounds MUCH better than the Essence.  Personally I say hook them up to a theatre ;)

Location: Toronto, Canada

BE
beosthlm
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20 posts
Posted April 13, 2026 at 13:02 GMT
#718320
Use the built in DAC on the BeoLab 5s(!) Connect Bluesound or Sonos Port over coax.

Location: Stockholm

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