Great sound, Worth the extra few dollars over other mid level outdoor speakers. Powering it with an older analog receiver around a new pool install. Can't wait to hear them when jobs finished and upgraded to new digital receiver. I agree with another reviewer, should come with a bracket to mount under the eaves. Tip for this is a trip to the hardware store for a set of decorative shelf brackets and S/S lag bolts to secure out in the weather,

I purchased the Bose 151 to complement my three season porch. Visually they blend right in and provide an alternative to the traditional box/square looking speakers. Performance wise the sound is very clear and crisp. At higher volume though you can tell a subwoofer is needed to truly complement these speakers. But if you not planning on pushing the limits on your equipment then these should do just fine. The one negative is the price but these are Bose after all so you know what your getting yourself into.

Bought these for an outdoor pool/patio area. Overall I am pleased with the purchase. I decided on Bose after a very positive experience with Bose Customer Service for another product. Given the 5 year warranty I should have nothing to worry about for the next few years. These are paired with a Yamaha AV receiver using 14GA speaker wire. And input is from my cable box but mostly from a Google Chromecast devices. Sounds quality is good but base is a little light. These speakers have a dynamic range given audio characteristics of a pool/patio area. My neighbors directly behind me can hear the music some days. It's clear enough for them to enjoy or dislike depending on the genre. When mounted properly (see below) the entire pool area (and yard) is filled with music without having to blare the volume. Regarding mounting, it's important to follow the install guide and mount these horizontally and not vertically as the pictures depict. And do not to point the speakers at each other. Otherwise, you will not enjoy the "Stereo Everywhere" experience these speakers can produce. Slick mounting brackets (and hardware) are included but was unable to use based on my install location. I found most third-party mounts, given the appropriate weight rating, are compatible. I tried the Rocketfish mounts but given the plastic components (and speaker price) I decided to locate some metal mounts for a more secure connection.

These replaced some plant speakers that have been been going down hill for years. They installed easily, look good and sound great. Pandora now fills our screen porch and garden pretty much 24/7. I've yet to be disappointed with Bose products...

I have a pair of these installed by our hot tub and the sound that comes from these little guys is shockingly good. I also have a pair of the 251 series installed on our deck and they are a bit larger so there's more low end. But the 151 series does a pleasantly surprising job of projecting a great sound.