High fashion, meet hi-fi. The Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen has just debuted its latest collaboration with Saint Laurent, the fashion label helmed by Anthony Vaccarello. The Beogram 4000c Saint Laurent Rive Droite Edition is a reimagining of Bang & Olufsen’s iconic and highly coveted Beogram 4000 turntable, with bold touches reminiscent of Vaccarello’s designs. Retailing for $35,000, it will be available at Saint Laurent Rive Droite stores in Paris and Los Angeles, as well as online at YSL.com. Initially released in 1972, the Beogram 4000 is one of B&O’s most collectible items, thanks to its performance, appearance, and rarity. (It was discontinued after just two years, in 1974.) Working with Saint Laurent, Bang & Olufsen has restored 10 original examples, pairing its top-of-the-line sound with modern details: Every turntable is wrapped in a solid ziricote wood case, and they all feature aluminum touches and an exclusive etched logo that calls..
