Beatclub Solo – Multimedia

Kit Beat Club Solo – all-rounder for multimedia and stereo

The Beatclub Solo Active with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 aptX

If we take a closer look at the new Beat Club Solo, it differs from the Solist by the missing tweeter installed on the back, otherwise it is identical in construction. For those who are not yet familiar with the Beat Club Solist, we recommend reading the Beat Club Solist review.

Now we turn our attention to the Solo Aktiv.
What does the Active package of the Solo contain? Everything you need, including built-up crossovers. You only need to solder the chassis. The other part of the cable is screwed to the crossover. This additionally guarantees the full function of your crossovers and you can fully concentrate on building the speakers.

As they say: Stream on the active module with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 aptX

With the module you can easily add high-quality wireless Wi-Fi connections (Hi-Fly App Control) and Bluetooth 4.0 (with aptX®). With a power of 2 x 30 watts, it's perfect for a multimedia speaker or as a bookshelf speaker without a stereo system.

Everything can be set up via smartphone using an app, and that shouldn't be an extraordinary challenge for today's smartphone owners.



Highlights of the module:
- Selectable optical inputs,
- RCA and 3.5mm inputs for conventional cable connections,
- Convenient Wi-Fi app control,
- Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity,
- Wireless remote control for easy and convenient operation.
- Signal detection standby mode automatically turns off after 15 minutes of inactivity
- Mono subwoofer output makes it easy to add an active subwoofer.
- You can control the music player via the remote control.

You still need a case drawing. The construction of the case is very simple and self-explanatory.

The usual: off to the hardware store and get all the boards

If you still have questions about the construction of the housing, you know that I am always available.

A tip: if the active module does not bother you when installing the top, simply swap the arrangement with the bass reflex tube. You will be rewarded with an even more dynamic bass.

Even if it is not always exciting to glue the boards together, a few pictures of the construction should not be missing.

So here we go. If the optics call for a cutout for the drivers and you need help, you can order the baffle from us. The rest on the back panel is done by any jigsaw.
The cabinet consists of 6 boards, which you only have to glue together. This is more than easy, you can't do anything wrong.

Since I had two boards left and plenty of time on the weekend, I make a base out of it. What I'm still missing is a stand, which should not be too much effort for flexible use.




For a quick finish for direct application, I mixed aqua putty. A little tint the color and off it goes. In the evening everything was dry, so I could screw in the chassis and drill a small hole for the receiver. Finished is the front of the Solo. On the back the module was installed and the crossover wired.

Two additional binding posts on one speaker allow me to drive both boxes also pure analog.

Now for the speaker stand: Upcycling was the order of the day

Is yes fully in the trend, I thought to myself. Why not, I still had a small tube of black tinting color. After an hour of drying the paint, it was time for the test sitting of the two active solos.
When the stands are no longer needed, the stones will go back into the garden. This is called recycling.

Now let's move on to the Beat Club Solo analog variant

It differs only by the omission of the active module. Connecting the crossover from the construction plan is the same as for the active variant.



In addition, the back wall does not need to be cut out.

Sound:

A balanced kick bass and a finely resolving midrange are qualities appreciated by customers who call a Beat Club their own.

The Rohacell carbon fiber bass-midrange drivers used play a crucial role here. In this size, they are superior to most woofers in their class, also hard and spongy bass is also a foreign word to it.

The Solo features a nice big stage with a harmonic resolution. It owes this to its baffle design, which makes the high-frequency sound possible in the first place.



The question remains about the higher price for the active version. Is it justified?
If you consider what a real stereo system with amplifier, CD or turntable costs, I would say yes. For all those who prefer the pure stereo and home cinema variant, the question is self-explanatory. Take the Solo Passive.

The Beat Club Solo as a streaming speaker cuts a fine figure at any small party or barbecue.

Stress-free is also possible with streaming speakers via Bluetooth and cell phone and in the usual Beat Club quality. No more lugging equipment around for a party.

At home it is connected again in stereo mode. Should it ever be out of place, I took it to the garage.