Bang & Olufsen has always cultivated a unique identity by combining acoustic excellence with aesthetic appeal. With the Beo Grace wireless earbuds, the Danish brand has taken a step further by transforming this accessory into a piece of jewelry. Here, polished aluminum benefits from goldsmith-like finishes, recalling the silhouette of the iconic A8 earbuds. They are presented less as a technological accessory than as a luxury piece to be worn, underlining the importance of design in the listening experience. This approach immediately positions the Beo Grace in a category of their own, between jewelry and audio instrument.
Bang & Olufsen Beo Grace: audiophile jewelry ?
At first glance, the Beo Grace headphones clearly resemble the Beoplay H100 headphones, from which they inherit their acoustic philosophy. The centrepiece is the 12 mm titanium transducer, housed behind a machined aluminium grille, which aims to faithfully reproduce Bang & Olufsen’s signature sound reproduction with richness and depth. The internal architecture has been optimised to deliver a wide soundstage, with an emphasis on vocal clarity and bass depth. Compatibility with Dolby Atmos-optimised spatial audio further enhances this immersion, transforming every track into a three-dimensional experience.
Bang & Olufsen claims that the adaptive noise cancelling is four times better than previous models, an ambitious figure that reflects extensive work on environmental detection and dynamic adjustment. Three microphones per earbud, coupled with advanced software processing, manage not only isolation but also wind noise reduction, a particularly difficult challenge for True Wireless earbuds. Added to this is the TrueTransparency function, designed to offer a natural reproduction of ambient sounds, as if the listener isn’t wearing earbuds. In practice, this makes it possible to converse without having to remove the Beo Grace, or to remain attentive to your surroundings in town, without any loss of quality.
Bone conduction controls
The controls are designed for improved ergonomics. Each aluminum stem incorporates touch-sensitive surfaces with sound feedback, guaranteeing precise, tangible interaction. B&O also goes one step further with the NearTap function, which uses bone conduction to detect a gesture in front of the ear. This makes it possible to adjust the volume with a simple tap on the temple.
The earbuds’ battery life is around 4.5 hours with ANC activated, extended to 17 hours with the sand-blasted aluminum case. A 5-minute quick charge provides around 2.5 hours of listening time, an asset for those who are constantly on the move. What’s more, the Beo Grace case doubles up as a wireless audio transmitter, broadcasting low-latency sound in Bluetooth LE (LC3) from a USB-C source. The whole package is based on the Amadeus software platform, designed to evolve over time, and on battery management developed with Breathe, tested to over 2,000 charge cycles, offering durability that’s well above market standards.
Availability, prices and accessories
The price positioning of the Beo Grace confirms its status as an exceptional object: 1,200 euros for the pair of earbuds, with an optional leather pouch at 300 euros. Three colors are available for the pouch: Infinite Black, Cranberry Red and Seashell Grey, to accentuate the fashion accessory aspect. The earbuds are available from November 17, with a pre-order phase from September 23. Bang & Olufsen’s commitment to product durability and quality is also reflected in its three-year warranty, which exceeds the market average. This makes these True Wireless earbuds a real benchmark, designed to affirm the manufacturer’s 100 years of expertise.
Bang & Olufsen Beo Grace earbuds: features
- Transducer: 12mm titanium
- Frequency response: 10Hz – 20,000Hz
- Noise reduction: Advanced ANC + Adaptive Transparency mode
- Audio optimization: Dolby Atmos, spatial audio
- Microphones: 6 omnidirectional MEMS with directional beam for voice
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.3 (LC3, AAC, SBC), USB-C to USB-C charging case with support for digital and analog inputs and the option of being used as a wireless transmitter
- Battery: up to 4.5h (earbuds only with ANC), up to 17h (with charging case), 5 min charge for 5h playback, up to 2,000 cycles (≈ 4× standard)
- Materials: aluminum, polymer, silicone
- Resistance: IP57 (earbuds), IP54 (charging case)
- Earbud dimensions: 21.9 × 31.3 × 25.4mm
- Charging case dimensions: 59.5 × 47 × 23.8mm
- Earbud weight: 6g
- Charging case weight: 65g
With the Beo Grace, Bang & Olufsen redefines the role of wireless earbuds. Far from being a simple audio device, they have become a luxury item, combining jewel-like aesthetics, hi-fi acoustics and innovations such as NearTap control. The manufacturer’s goal is clear: to demonstrate that a wireless earbud can become a symbol of technological and aesthetic refinement, on a par with a high-end watch or a piece of jewelry. At 1,200 euros, this model is obviously aimed at a discerning clientele looking not only for performance, but also for exclusivity and durability. It remains to be seen whether the adaptive ANC and sound reproduction will live up to their promises when tested against much more affordable rivals.
