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Bose Companion 5 Multimedia Speaker System

review DATE:02.21.07

Bose Companion 5 Multimedia Speaker System
Full Set Woofer Controller

review

By Tim Gideon

The Bose Companion 5 multimedia speaker system is a sleek black-and-gray 2.1 setup promising "surround-like" performance. Though it's aimed at the desktop-computer crowd (it connects via USB), it could easily fill a living room with sound.

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Company

Bose Corporation

http://www.bose.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $399.00 Direct
  • Type: iPod, Computer
  • # of channels: 2.1
  • Separate subwoofer: Yes
  • THX certification: No
  • Controller: Wired
  • Controls on subwoofer: Bass Level

Bottom Line

Bose's Companion 5 speakers are great for those who want more from their DVD audio but lack the space for a true surround-sound setup.

Pros

The subwoofer delivers nice rumble. Speakers widen the stereo image. Great for desktop or home listening. Wired control has volume and mute button.

Cons

"Surround-like" is NOT real surround sound. The satellites are lacking in the mid-high frequencies. Control is wired.

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