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Bose 301

$399.00 Released January, 2006

The Pros:Very clear-sounding bass frequencies. Low distortion, even at high volume. Looks stylish and fits well with many bookshelf setups.

The Cons:Direct/Reflect feature is not optimal for smaller spaces, bass can sound muddy in this case. Detail to treble/mid-range can suffer in bass-heavy music or sounds.

The Bose 301 speakers are a Direct/Reflecting® bookshelf stereo speaker system. These Bose speakers are widely acclaimed for their Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance, which Bose claims one can enjoy balanced stereo sound from almost anywhere in the room.

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One of the biggest advantages of the 301'sis their versatility. Able to fit on a bookshelf or in an entertainment center, reviewers agree that advanced Bose technologies convey much of the power of a live performance. The design of the speaker cabinet is sleek and stylish and comes in two colors, black and cherry.

Features

Flared slot port design to reduce air turbulence
Home theater expansion capable for cinema-like sound when you combine this with the Bose® VCS-10® center channel
Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance produces balanced stereo sound over a wide area.
One rear-firing tweeter (2") propels sound from the back and the side of the speaker.
Spatial Dispersion™ speaker lens creates a smoother high frequency spatial response and wider distribution of sound.
Long-excursion woofer (8") delivers clean, powerful low frequencies and balanced sound throughout your room.
Compact bookshelf design blends into your décor in black or cherry.
Automatic protection circuitry prevents drivers from being overdriven and while minimizing interference
Syncom® computer tested to ensure one of the highest levels of quality and reliability in the audio industry
Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology blends reflected and direct sound to re-create much of a live concert's sound.
Stereo Targeting® tweeters use precisely angled, 2.5" proprietary drivers to deliver balanced stereo sound area.
Dimensions: Each speaker 9.75"H x 14.25"W x 9.75"D ( 24.8 cm x 36.2 cm x 24.8 cm )
Weight: 12.5 lbs (5.7 kg)

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Pros

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Very clear-sounding bass frequencies
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Low distortion, even at high volume
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Looks stylish and fits well with many bookshelf setups
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Produces warm and pleasant music, performs well with ambient and softer styles
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Fairly inexpensive for their versatility, compared to both other Bose and competitors' products

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Direct/Reflect feature is not optimal for smaller spaces, bass can sound muddy in this case
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Detail to treble/mid-range can suffer in bass-heavy music or sounds