Bang & Olufsen announced the launch of its latest built-in sound system at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. The integrated speaker solution is comprised of two-way active speakers (BeoLab 15), an active subwoofer (BeoLab 16) and a rack-ready amplifier (Amplifier 1) - all created specifically for in-wall or in-ceiling placement. The new BeoLab 15/BeoLab 16 system builds on a broad spectrum of signature Bang & Olufsen capabilities to pack amazing sound into unexpected places.

The active speakers harness an array of high-end components to deliver expansive audio performance from very compact constructions. Turn on the system, and the speaker automatically tilts out to pre-set angles to direct the sound for optimal listening. Turn off the system, and BeoLab 15 tilts back to flush position.

Each and every driver in the system's active speakers is powered by its own amplifier. This allows Bang & Olufsen to pack high-performing components into compact speaker cabinets that are easy to build into most walls -- and still sound amazing. The new system meets international building codes by keeping the amplifiers and speaker drivers separate.

The innovative cable compensation feature automatically calibrates all cables at distances up to 328 feet to ensure optimal bass performance. BeoLab 15 is a closed-cabinet, two-way active speaker with a 3/4 tweeter and a 3 midrange, featuring tilt functionality for directing sound up to 45deg from the default flush position. BeoLab 16, the system's active subwoofer, comprises two pairs of 4" woofers in separate sealed cabinets, played in-phase using the Acoustic Balance Principle to enable deep bass without unwanted wall vibrations.

Amplifier 1 contains six separate amplifiers. Two Class D units rated at 2 x 150 watts power up the subwoofer. Each BeoLab 15 gets 150 watts for the midrange, and 45 watts for the tweeter.

Adaptive Bass Linearization keeps the deep bass cultivated and crisp all the way down to 45 Hz. The circular design is discreet but distinct. The speakers are available in matt aluminium, with fabric covers in either white or black.

The subwoofer is in matt aluminum. The new BeoLab 15, BeoLab 16 and Amplifier 1 sound solution is available at selected Bang & Olufsen stores from January 2013. Priced at $4,595 for the entire solution -- pair of BeoLab 15 speakers, BeoLab 16 and the Amplifier 1.