(B) after model number? (1 Viewer)

[Jake T]

I just noticed on the box of my Onkyo TX-DS696 that there ia "(B)" after the model number.
Does anyone know what that means?
Thanks
Jake T

 

[Kelly Payne]

Many times this means that the face is Black. This differentiates it form a silver or champagne face.
Or it could mean something completely different.

 

[Steve Daniels]

Most likely "Black."
If it meant "B-Stock," the box would have to be overtly marked.

 

[Jake T]

Thanks,
I thought it probably meant black, but wanted to make sure it didn't mean B stock.
Jake

 

[Greg S]

Well on the 989s when they are marked with a B it means they already have the DPL II upgrade in them. There was a topic over the spot about this on the 989s. Not sure what it means for yours though.
Greg

 

[KeithH]

If the box says 'TX-DS696B', then the 'B' most certainly stands for black. I know that JVC often uses 'BK' at the end of somes model numbers to designate that the chassis is black and 'GD' to indicate gold.
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[Jake T]

Thanks greg.
This model 696 also has DPL II.
Jake

 

[Kevin C Brown]

It could be that it's a slightly newer rev.
Def Tech speakers for example. BP-10 vs BP-10B. The B's have the newer Al tweeter vs the old fabric tweeter.
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[Kevin_P]

it most likely means black.. but correct me if i'm wrong, but i dont think the 696 comes in any other color...
maybe they just did it to be safe, in case they decided to add another color (i wish they would!).
however, i do know of some companies that label their b-stock items like that. i think i saw a sony receiver that had the model number followed by a (B).
just my .02

 

[Chuck C]

it means BLACK!!! ahhh!!!! ahhrrrgg ahhhh!
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[Jake T]

Thanks everyone.
BTW, Chuck, are you sure?
Jake