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Bang & Olufsen Beogram 4004 linear tracking turntable in excellent working condition.This unit has been tested and is fully operational. The platter reaches and maintains proper speed, the tonearm tracks correctly, and both audio channels are functioning properly. It was recently professionally serviced and includes a Soundsmith SMMC20EN cartridge.Cosmetically, the turntable presents very well for its age. The wood veneer is attractive with normal signs of use consistent with a vintage component. The dust cover shows light cosmetic wear and surface marks typical of a 1980s-era turntable, but remains clear and displays nicely. There is minor veneer lifting at one edge that does not affect operation.Features:Fully automatic operationTangential (linear tracking) tonearmOriginal Bang & Olufsen MMC20EN cartridge includedTouch-sensitive controlsIconic Jacob Jensen designOriginal wood veneer cabinetCondition:Fully functionalBoth channels workingSpeed stable and correctTonearm tracking properlyDust cover with light cosmetic wearMinor veneer imperfection as shown in photosThe Beogram 4004 is widely regarded as one of Bang & Olufsen's most desirable vintage turntables and remains a centerpiece of any modern or vintage audio system.
Compared with a modern sub-US$2,250 turntable, this is a serious vintage-design play rather than a value buy, and the asking price looks ambitious for a Beogram 4004 unless it is fully serviced and exceptionally complete. Recent used examples point to a much lower working-market band, with one sold/posted at US$375 plus shipping, while restored or dealer-priced units can climb into roughly US$1,150 to US$2,000+ depending on condition and presentation.
What keeps this interesting is the 4004’s reputation as one of Jacob Jensen’s best-looking and most iconic tangential trackers: it’s a statement piece that also plays records beautifully when the transport, belt, and electronics are right. The upside is strongest if this one is original, includes the correct cartridge/stylus, dust cover, and has proof of recent service; otherwise, at this price, assume you’re also buying restoration risk on a 40-plus-year-old deck.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Bang & Olufsen was founded on November 17, 1925, in Struer, Denmark, by engineers Peter Bang and Svend Olufsen. The company began in the attic of the Olufsen family manor, Quistrup, where the founders developed The Eliminator—a revolutionary device that allowed radios to operate from mains electricity rather than batteries. This innovation established B&O as a forward-thinking manufacturer and set the tone for nearly a century of technological advancement rooted in Danish design principles.
The brand is primarily known for premium audio and home entertainment systems, including high-fidelity receivers, radiograms, cassette recorders, and contemporary loudspeakers. B&O pioneered several category firsts: the world's first button-operated receiver in the 1930s and Europe's first cassette recorder, the Beocord-84U, in the 1950s. Today, the company manufactures integrated audio systems, wireless speakers, and headphones that blend acoustic engineering with sculptural industrial design.
Bang & Olufsen occupies the luxury segment of the audio market, positioned as a premium lifestyle brand rather than a specialist audiophile manufacturer. The company's reputation rests on its distinctive philosophy of merging form and function—treating audio equipment as crafted objects designed to enhance living spaces aesthetically. Recognized by the Museum of Modern Art in New York and maintained as a visionary enterprise for over a century, B&O appeals to discerning consumers who value Scandinavian design sensibility alongside sonic performance.
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