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Series

Beosound A11Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Maker names the speaker Beosound A1 3rd Gen, the third generation of Beosound A1.

StormBox1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Exact StormBox Micro 3 product in the current US/USD storefront.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

1736000, 17360021Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Page structured data gives SKU 1736000 for the Warm Granite selection. B&H lists 1736002 for Natural Aluminum. Other colour SKUs are not stored.

BTS36, E36-1935N-011Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Selected Black variant 50573009748215 has maker SKU E36-1935N-01. BTS36 is the hardware model in its linked maker booklet. Shopify logistics weight 708 is not product mass and is not used.2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 12 explicitly names radio equipment type Portable Wireless Speaker BTS36. It is not the previous Micro 2 BTS12.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

6 May 20255Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Launch date 6 May 2025.7Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/bang-olufsen-launches-third-generation-beosound-a1-portable-speakerRead 13 October 2026News item of May 6, 2025 announces the third generation.

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Status

Available1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Maker offers the speaker for sale at USD 399 on the accessed date.

Available1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026The selected Black offer is available to purchase.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$3495Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Official launch price GBP 299 / USD 349 / AUD 639. Tom's Guide later lists USD 399 and the maker page lists USD 399, which are not launch prices.6Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Price box gives USD 349 / GBP 299 / AUD 639. The article body has a typo of USD 249.8Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026Review header gives the tested price as GBP 299 / USD 349 / AUD 639. The article body has a typo of USD 249.

$64.993Maker product pageeu.tribit.com/blogs/news/stormbox-micro-3-is-here-to-change-how-you-rideRead 8 October 2026Maker launch article explicitly states $64.99 US for the new Micro 3. Current US Black reference matches that named launch model. US tax treatment is not separately stated in the article.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€3497Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/bang-olufsen-launches-third-generation-beosound-a1-portable-speakerRead 13 October 2026Article gives 349 for EUR and USD. European prices include VAT.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU5Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Launch prices evidenced for the US and Europe.

US1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current storefront explicitly identifies United States / USD, and the Black offer is available.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Warm Granite, Natural Aluminium, Honey Tone, Lavender Purple, Rustic Red, Eucalyptus Green1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Colour selector on the maker page lists six colours. Three colours were available at launch.

Black1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Only the selected Black reference is represented. Other current color SKUs are not added as variants.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Maker calls it a portable Bluetooth speaker.

Portable1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Maker describes a portable speaker with integral strap and magnet.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

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Mono4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual Micro 3 review says a single speaker downmixes audio to mono. Two identical Micro 3 units provide stereo. No compatibility with Micro 2.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

ABang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	1	82.55
Tweeter	1	15.24

Source1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Tech specs give 1 x 0.6 inch tweeter and 1 x 3 1/4 inch woofer. Inch sizes are converted exactly to millimetres. TechRadar gives 15 mm and 83 mm. No per-driver rated power is stored because the 30 W figures are amplifier ratings.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Speaker drivers: 1 x 3 1/4 inch woofer and 1 x 0.6 inch tweeter. Power amplifiers: 2 x 30 W Class D for woofer and tweeter.

BTribit StormBox Micro 3

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Full-range dynamic NdFeB driver	1	48

Source1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Key Features names a 48 mm NdFeB driver. Its full-range role, dynamic type and single-driver count are also explicit in the actual TechRadar review. Per-driver power is unstated.4Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual review specifies one 48 mm dynamic full-range driver and two passive radiators.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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23Maker product pageeu.tribit.com/blogs/news/stormbox-micro-3-is-here-to-change-how-you-rideRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies dual coaxial passive radiators, separate from the single powered driver.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

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13W3Maker product pageeu.tribit.com/blogs/news/stormbox-micro-3-is-here-to-change-how-you-rideRead 8 October 2026Maker launch article explicitly calls 13 W the sustained working power. Store as sustained total audio output, not peak output. RMS method and separate external-power rating are not published. The portable battery model is the subject of this claim.

Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

60W1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Amplifier row: 30 W Class D for tweeter and 30 W Class D for woofer, total 60 W. This is an amplifier rating. The rating basis of the acoustic output is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

54Hz1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Frequency range 54 to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated. The 92 dB SPL at 1 m maker claim is not entered as a measurement.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

63Hz2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 specifies frequency response 63 Hz to 20 kHz. Tolerance, stimulus and playback level are not published. This is a maker claim, not a measured extension.

Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Frequency range 54 to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

20kHz2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 specifies 63 Hz to 20 kHz frequency response, with no published tolerance.

Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Customizable Sound EQ: presets available and fully customisable in the Bang & Olufsen App. The number of bands is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Customisable sound EQ: yes, five presets in the Bang & Olufsen app and fully customisable.

Yes1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026User-adjustable nine-band EQ is separate from six presets.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

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91Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026App-Controlled Sound Evolution specifies nine user-adjustable bands.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Tribit Signature, Outdoor, Rap, XBass5Reviewstereoguide.com/bluetooth-speakers/mobile-outdoor/review-tribit-stormbox-micro-3Read 8 October 2026Actual reviewer identifies Tribit Signature, Outdoor, Rap and XBass presets. Only these verified names are stored, not invented names to reach the maker total of six.

Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Stereo pairing between two Beosound A1 2nd Generations, two 3rd Generations or one of each.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20263Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide says any combination of 3rd Generation and 2nd Generation speakers can be stereo paired in the app or manually.

Yes1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026TWS FAQ explicitly separates left and right channels across two identical Micro 3 units. Other Tribit models are incompatible.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

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TWS Stereo Mode, Party Mode1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Maker FAQ names TWS Stereo and Party Mode. Party Mode synchronizes the same audio on both units, while Stereo Mode separates left/right channels.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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21Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026The documented TWS Stereo and Party groups contain two Micro 3 speakers. The manual provides Speaker A and Speaker B procedures. This is a speaker group count, not a count of Bluetooth source devices.

Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 20262Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20268Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.11Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: Bluetooth 5.1.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

6.01Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Exact Specifications list Bluetooth 6.0. This does not establish LE Audio or Auracast. Wireless range is omitted because the lead says 100 ft while the same page table and launch article say 45 m.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table lists aptX Adaptive and AAC. What Hi-Fi? also lists SBC.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20268Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026Review lists Bluetooth 5.1 with SBC, AAC and aptX Adaptive codec support. The maker lists AAC and aptX Adaptive.

AAC, SBC1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Specifications and FAQ explicitly list receive codecs AAC and SBC.

Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 Bluetooth Protocol lists A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP.

Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

No6Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says Bluetooth 5.1 means the speaker does not support Auracast.7Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/bang-olufsen-launches-third-generation-beosound-a1-portable-speakerRead 13 October 2026Article describes the speaker as Bluetooth 5.1 and not Auracast-enabled.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: Yes, up to 2 devices.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20266Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says multipoint connectivity connects two sources at the same time.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF pages 2–3 pairing section says connect with up to two devices. The Chinese line explicitly says two devices can be connected simultaneously, resolving concurrent connection rather than pairing memory.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

21Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: up to 2 devices.

22Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maximum two concurrent source devices in the pairing section. Speaker A/B TWS linking is a separate connection.

Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

No9Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/i-just-tested-this-portable-bluetooth-speaker-and-it-could-last-you-foreverRead 13 October 2026Review says there is no Wi-Fi on board.

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Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Physical connections: 1 x USB-C for charging and streaming.3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide says the speaker can be used as a speakerphone via a USB-C cable connected to a computer. The maker page lists USB-C for streaming.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

ABang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging, speakerphone and audio streaming

Source1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Physical connections: one USB-C for charging and streaming. The user guide adds speakerphone use over USB-C.3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide shows USB-C for charging and for speakerphone use with a computer.

BTribit StormBox Micro 3

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging input and reverse charging output, maximum 5 V / 1 A output

Source1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026One physical Type-C port serves charging input and reverse charging output. Published reverse output is 5 V / 1 A maximum. AUX input is explicitly unsupported. USB audio and USB media playback are not explicitly addressed.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: speakerphone Yes. Product sheet names a 3 microphone array.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20263Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Controls - Calls section describes accepting, declining and muting calls with the built-in microphone.

Yes1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Built-in call microphone and hands-free calls are explicitly supported.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Connected phone voice assistant2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 3 shows holding the multifunction button for two seconds to invoke Voice assistant on the connected phone. No specific assistant brand or standalone Wi-Fi assistant is claimed.

Controls

Play/pause, Volume up/down, Power, Bluetooth pairing, Microphone mute5Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says play/pause, volume down and volume up are on one side. On/off, Bluetooth and microphone buttons are on the other side. What Hi-Fi? gives the same layout.8Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026Review says the play/pause button and volume up and down are on one side, and Bluetooth pairing, power and microphone switches are on the other.

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Volume up/down, Play/pause, Next/previous track, Answer/end/reject calls, Activate connected phone voice assistant, XBass toggle, TWS stereo/party mode switch, Reset2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF pages 1–4 and 6 identify physical power, Bluetooth, XBass, TWS, volume and multifunction controls. Multifunction handles playback, tracks, calls and phone assistant. Reset holds volume plus/minus for five seconds. TWS toggles stereo to party mode.

Companion app

Bang & Olufsen App3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide tells the user to download the Bang & Olufsen App for set-up, audio personalisation and support.

TRIBIT app1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026TRIBIT app is explicitly supported for EQ, sleep timer and updates.

App platforms

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iOS, Android2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 7 explicitly shows App Store and Google Play distribution for the TRIBIT app. The actual StereoGuide review independently names iOS and Android.5Reviewstereoguide.com/bluetooth-speakers/mobile-outdoor/review-tribit-stormbox-micro-3Read 8 October 2026Actual review explicitly names TRIBIT app for iOS and Android. Its four-hour quick-charge claim conflicts with the maker three-hour claim, which takes precedence. Its 108 mm body depth conflicts with the manual tuple and is not adopted.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Page says the modular construction enables battery replacement, servicing and software updates over time.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 7 says the TRIBIT app upgrades firmware.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Product sheet lists battery size and playtime for the built-in battery.

Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 8 explicitly describes the built-in battery.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

24h1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Up to 24 hours. The product sheet states the condition as typical listening volume.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 202624 hours at typical listening volume.

24h1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Maker claimed maximum 24 hours at 50% volume with default EQ under normal temperature conditions. Volume and music content affect runtime. XBass and higher volumes reduce runtime. This is normal playback, not a named battery-extension mode.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

3,300mAh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Battery size 3,300 mAh. Nominal voltage and Wh are not published.

4,800mAh1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Published battery pack capacity is 4800 mAh. Nominal battery voltage and Wh are not published and are not inferred.

Nominal battery voltage

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Battery chemistry

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Lithium2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 8 says built-in lithium battery. Lithium-ion subtype is not separately published.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

No1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Page says the battery is replaced at an authorised B&O service centre or showrooms, so it is not documented as user-replaceable. Tom's Guide says the battery is not user-replaceable.9Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/i-just-tested-this-portable-bluetooth-speaker-and-it-could-last-you-foreverRead 13 October 2026Review says B&O replaces the battery after you send the speaker in, and that it is a shame the battery is not user-replaceable.

No2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker safety instructions prohibit user disassembly, repair or modification. No maker-authorized battery replacement procedure is provided.

Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

3h1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Approximately 3 hours. The product sheet states 5 V, 3 A charging.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20263 hours at 5 V and 3 A charging.

2h1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026About two hours to full using a certified 5 V / 3 A, 15 W wall charger. Lower-output chargers take longer. The wall charger is not included. Simultaneous playback is not specified.

Quick charge duration

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15min1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Maker says 15 minutes of charging provides three hours of music. Battery claim footnote names normal temperature and 50% playback volume.

Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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3h1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Up to three hours after 15 minutes of charging, under the maker battery-test conditions. The StereoGuide four-hour claim conflicts and is not adopted.

Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

5 V DC, 3 A2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Power supply 5 V DC / 3 A via the USB-C connector.

5 V DC, 3 A maximum1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Specifications give Type-C 5 V / 3 A MAX as the speaker charge input. This is separate from reverse output.

Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

15W4Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/3ZNqrXWyJT0BTQn2v1KEHA/f525f88e4d7e237d3fa5a2ebbe6f9dd5/Beosound_A1_3rd_Gen_Important_Information_LP_06052025_Web.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charger guidance in the Spanish text says a charger power between a minimum of 5 W required by the radio equipment and a maximum of 15 W gives maximum charging speed. Rating label DC 5 V 3 A. The maximum is stored as 15 W.

15W2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 specifies about two hours with 15 W input. Page 11 identifies maximum 15 W charger power to achieve maximum charging speed. This corroborates the product page device input rating of 5 V / 3 A MAX, rather than only an adapter output assumption.

USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

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Yes2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 1 permits charging another device when the speaker battery is above 20%. Reverse charging may stop below that level.

Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP671Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Dust and waterproof rating IP67.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

IP681Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026IP68 is the exact maker claim. Close the port rubber cover in wet or humid use. No floating claim is inferred.

Floats

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Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Yes1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly claims SGS-certified drop resistance tested to a U.S. military standard.

Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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1.22m1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Published tested drop height is 1.22 m. The launch article names hard surfaces. Exact military standard number and full procedure are unstated.

Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

Waterproof leather strap6Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says a carry strap made of waterproof leather is threaded through the polymer base.

Silicone strap, Built-in magnetic mount1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Silicone strap and integral magnetic mount. The strap is designed for poles around 30 mm diameter. Magnetic mounting is limited to static metal surfaces, not moving or vibrating objects.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width133Height46Depth133mm(5.2 × 1.8 × 5.2 in)1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Tech specs label 13.3 W x 4.6 H x 13.3 D cm. Converted exactly to millimetres. Strap and orientation conditions are not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Product dimensions 133 W x 46 H x 133 D, in millimetres.

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WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

576g(1.3 lb)1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Tech specs: 576 g.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026576 g.

330g(11.6 oz)2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 gives product mass 330 g, using the manual before the web page rounded 0.73 lb. Body size on this page is an unlabeled 112 × 103 × 45 mm tuple. Maker web infographic instead shows 4.25-inch face width, so dimensions are omitted without assigning arbitrary axes.

Body materials

Pearl blasted anodised aluminium, Waterproof leather, Polymer1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Design table: pearl blasted anodized aluminium, waterproof leather, polymer.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Fabric exterior, Silicone strap3Maker product pageeu.tribit.com/blogs/news/stormbox-micro-3-is-here-to-change-how-you-rideRead 8 October 2026Maker design section describes fabric exterior and the integrated silicone strap. Other body polymer types are unstated.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

Cradle to Cradle Certified Bronze2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Cradle to Cradle Certified Bronze, described as the first such Bluetooth speaker.

SGS-certified IP68 and drop resistance1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly names SGS certification for IP68 and drop resistance. Certificate number is not published.

In the box

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In the box

Beosound A1 3rd Generation, Fabric USB-C to USB-C cable, 1.25 m, Quick Start Guide, Important Guide1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Included in the box: speaker, Quick Start Guide, fabric USB-C to USB-C cable 1.25 m. The product sheet also lists an Important Guide.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Beosound A1 3rd Generation, fabric USB-C to USB-C cable 1.25 m, Quick Start Guide, Important Guide.

StormBox Micro 3 speaker, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, User manual1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Exact FAQ lists one speaker, one USB-C to USB-C cable and one user manual. No wall charger. Optional mounting accessories are excluded.

Links

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Product page

www.bang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a11Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026

tribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speaker1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-stormbox-micro-3-portable-speakerRead 8 October 2026Exact selected US Black variant URL.

Spec sheet

assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker product sheet dated 07.2025, three specification pages.

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Manual

assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdf3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker multilingual user guide, edition 2505. English sections read.

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdf2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current maker Manual Download index links this own-model raster booklet. All twelve PDF pages were rendered and visually read. Cover page 12 names StormBox Micro 3 and radio equipment BTS36.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Beocare extends the limited warranty from 2 to 5 years by registering in the app, so the base warranty is 2 years.

1year2Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/BTS36_User_Manual-260109.pdfRead 8 October 2026Safety Precautions, PDF page 8, states warranty period 12 months. Current US Black reference using this maker booklet. Statutory consumer rights and extra seller warranties are excluded.

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.