The BeoSound 3000 replaced the Beocenter 2300 in the same way and for the same reasons that the BeoSound Ouverture replaced the Beocenter 2500. Updates to the software and CD transport occurred in tandem with the Ouverture, but because there was no cassette deck, production was able to continue after the Ouverture was withdrawn. Text copyright `copy; Beocentral. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited.
Produced from : 2000 - Feb 2006 Designed by : David Lewis Finish : Black / Aluminium Desirability : 3 Replacing the Beocenter 2300, BeoSound 3000 had the same specifications as the Beocenter 2500 in that it was composed of an FM/AM radio, CD playback and comprised Power Link and MasterLink connections.
With BeoSound 3000 everything is upright and out in the open so that you can see how it works and understand how it reacts when you press its buttons. Even the simple act of placing a CD has been made part of the overall experience and enjoyment. It combines radio with an advanced CD player, and - as something new - lets you access your digital music files directly from your own PC. As well as offering radio and CD, the BeoSound Ouverture also has an intelligent tape function f" (B&O catalogue 2001 - 2002)
With a design that's undoubtedly becoming a Bang & Olufsen classic, BeoSound 3000 and BeoSound Ouverture are an open invitation to make something special out of your music. BeoSound 3000 is the former Beocenter 2300 (first introduced in 199) but with a whole host of new electronics, features and look including a larger metal CD 'cover' and N.MUSIC. The new styling was released to the UK market in September, 2001.