Customers are positive about the TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar's sound quality, ease of use, and compact size, with many praising the rich, immersive audio and simple setup. They also appreciate the surprisingly good bass and effective Bluetooth connectivity. However, customers are negative about the remote control's functionality and instances of the device overheating. Some users experienced issues with the remote not working correctly, and others reported the soundbar becoming excessively hot.
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Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great sound with a few drawbacks
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I really love Bose speakers and have been buying them for over 25 years, so when I saw this TV Speaker, I was excited to get it. I had an LG soundbar that worked well, but didn't have the sound quality that I have seen with Bose speakers.
Basic setup was very easy...connect the included optical cable to the TV and soundbar and plug it in. That is pretty much it since I already had a soundbar that was being replaced. If you aren't replacing a soundbar, you just need to go into the TV settings and turn off the internal TV speakers.
The Bose speakers provide great sound and you can configure it to your liking. It's easy to control the bass and dialogue mode with the simple remote provided. There is also an option to connect to the speaker with a bluetooth device.
The one drawback I found was getting the TV/Roku remote to control the volume directly. The instructions included with the device doesn't show how to setup the volume control with another remote. There is a TV button on the remote, but I haven't been able to figure out how to use it and if that can be configured to have the TV remote control the sound. They do point to their website for more info, but I was not able to find any instructions for getting that setup, so for the time being, I have a remote to control the TV and a second for the volume, which isn't ideal.
Also, there is no 'screen' on the speaker or remote, so you can't tell which mode you are in (volume, dialogue or bass) when using the common up and down to control the settings. That would have helped with giving instructions on how to setup the TV or Bluetooth devices.
Overall, I love the sound coming from these speakers. The only thing keeping it from 5 stars for me is figuring out how to setup my TV remote to control the volume on the Bose soundbar. I'm hoping that info will be published soon.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Bose soundbar
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Not as great sounding as i thought, sounds better in store
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Sleek, compact size and so easy to set up
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The Bose tv speaker is an attractive option for its compact size, quality sound and ease of set-up and use. The speaker comes with an optical cable, but we opted to use an HDMI cable to utilize the HDMI-CEC feature. This allows your tv and Bose tv speaker to work in tandem so that when the tv is turned on the speaker will detect the tv signal and automatically power on. Also, it is so nice that this allows the volume to be controlled with one’s current tv remote or in our case a Directv remote.
One can also use the remote that is supplied with the Bose tv speaker to mute, change volume or tv source, access Bluetooth mode or modify the Dialogue mode. The Dialogue mode is an interesting feature that will analyze what you’re watching to elevate and clarify speech to more easily understand speech. This actually comes in handy for those that may have diminished hearing or for programs that have vocals which are more challenging to pick up on. A small, unobtrusive LED light lets one know what mode is currently in use. The general sound quality is improved with the use of the Bose tv speaker and an added Bass button is provided on the remote if you tend to like a more pronounced Bass sound. A wired subwoofer can also be added create a system with more bass. The Bluetooth feature is convenient for syncing mobile devices to listen to music and podcasts.
It is easy to recommend the Bose tv speaker as it scores very high points with its simplistic, easy to use design. Often components can be so frustrating to install and use, yet Bose has made it so simple by providing the HDMI-CEC feature. Once again good things come in small packages when you hear the quality sound put out by a speaker that is little more than 2” tall.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Overpriced
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Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
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It’s a good speaker, but I believe overpriced for the sound
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Setup, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Little speaker BIG sound
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I was surprised how much sound quality comes form this small sound bar! I have always heard Bose makes great products but never experienced it until I got this TV Speaker.
Set up was a breeze, you can use either the ARC or HDMI connectivity. it took my all 20 seconds to plug it in and connect a single cord. Even easier to get it to Bluetooth to my phone when I just want to play music. Simply push the Bluetooth button on the remote then connect it on your phone. Next thing you know you have a quality sounding music playing. I like it that is compact and light enough to take it outside when I have company and use it as an extension to my phone for music. I also set up/Bluetooth my Alexa dot to it for better sound. The unit has Enhanced dialogue mode which is great so one can actually hear what the actors are saying. Often times it is more bass than being able to accurately hear words. This is not the case! It has a decent amount of base but it's not a complete system, although they do offer a bass speaker to compliment it. For me it works great because I do not want to wake up my 5 year old with loud thumping. I am really impressed with this speaker and makes my movie watching/tv shows more enjoyable.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent sound quality for its size
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I got this Bose TV Speaker for my TV as the sound was not very loud on it's own. I was happily surprised by how easy it was to set up. Just literally plug in and use. It came with different cords including the actual plug in adaptor and an optical cord. I plugged it in, connected the optical cord to my TV. I followed the directions in the manual for proper set up. Then turned it on and turned it up.
The sound quality is very good. The sound is crisp and clear and can get really loud without the static sound like my TV would have if I had it turned up without the speaker.
The look is simple and sleek and the speaker runs the whole length of it. It gives it a good surround sound and doesn't take up too much space. You could even probably put this on a shelf or hang on the wall.
It works great to play music. It also has Bluetooth connectivity. You can also adjust the bass levels to fit your needs. I like turning it up for music and watching movies. It comes with a small remote. I thought I would lose it but I just attached velcro to the back of it and on my night stand and there it stays when not in use.
I did receive this for testing purposes but the opinions here are based on my own experiences.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Unreliable
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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I don’t have 2 months with this device and it is giving me problems , right now is not working waiting for the technical support
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Remote control
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
A baseline soundbar
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I’ll wrap this up for you right off the bat. You won’t regret buying this but you probably won’t love it either because there’s nothing that makes it stick out.
I already have two soundbars, so this is my third and I was interested in giving it a shot since Bose is always known for their quality. Out of the box, what I noticed is that this was a very simple setup. It comes with the power cord, soundbar, remote, S-cable to hook up to the TV, and some instructions (which aren’t great).
One of the selling points with this is the ease of setup since it can be done through S-cable or HDMI. However, to save Bose a buck, they only come with the S-Cable, so it Forces your hand to use that method or else you’ll have to pony up for a spare HDMI cable.
Setup itself was quite simple. I was able to take out my old soundbar, get this new one in, connect to my TV, pair with my Bluetooth, and check out the sound options in under 10 minutes.
The first noticeable drawback was that the remote was setup as laser/infrared focused, instead of radio/Bluetooth setup. That won’t matter to some but it always annoys me because it means you have to point at the device to use the remote. If anything obstructs it or you don’t want to take your hands out from under the blanket... sorry charlie.
It’s also a stand-alone soundbar instead of coming with a separate bass attachment, which is more common. Due to this the sound is generally coming at you instead of surrounding you. Again, it’s not good or bad, just not ideal.
You do get a full sound from what’s a relatively small bar, and it’s biggest strength in my opinion is that it has “dialogue mode” which simply just raises the tenor quality so you can better understand dialogue on what you’re watching.
Probably the most detracting part of the device is that it’s the only soundbar that I have owned where you couldn’t seem to pair it with your cable remote, which is such a key feature. It’s certainly possible that it’s an option but it isn’t discussed in their instructions or box, nor could I find any way to do it after googling online. One work around to that is that you can setup the soundbar to turn on when the tv should be playing sound, so when you turn your tv on with the tv remote, it’s up and running, but the obvious con of this is that when you turn the tv off, the soundbar doesn’t turn off too, so you’re back to using the soundbar remote. Overall, it’s not the end of the world, but just short sighted.
The actual sound quality is solid but I didn’t notice anything much better than my prior soundbar. The remote has options to turn the bass up, but since the soundbar or remote don’t have display on them, it’s hard to tell how much the bass is actually up or down until something big happens on your screen.
I wouldn’t recommend this soundbar, It’s fine but nothing special. Maybe the next time they’ll add a display to the soundbar, allow it to pair with your tv/cable remote, and improve the remote so it doesn’t have to be pointed at the TV.
The only way I can see this being a good purchase, would be for someone in a smaller space that doesn’t need all the extra bells and whistles like a college dorm or studio apartment. Someone who is wanting an improved sound but not much more than that.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Bose
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Hi there, Thank you for your in-depth review of the Bose TV Speaker. I'm glad to hear that you are enjoying the 'Dialogue Mode' feature. Regarding your inquiry, you can add an additional bass module via a wired connection. The compatible bass modules for this system is the Bass Module 500 and the Bass Module 700. Thanks! Kerri - Bose Customer Support
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
EXCELLENT BOSE COMPACT TV SOUNDBAR
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The Bose TV Speaker soundbar is the newest evolution of the entry level Bose Solo 5 TV sound system. This new TV Speaker model has some significant improvements as compared to the Solo 5. The Solo 5 had only two (2) front facing speakers, mounted at obtuse angles. The new Bose TV Speaker adds a third transducer (speaker) comprised of a front facing tweeter in between the two full-range drivers which remain oriented at obtuse angles. This new model also adds HDMI connectivity, in addition to the optical audio cable option (optical cable included; HDMI cable not included). The HDMI connection supports HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which facilitates the use of a single remote control to operate multiple devices, as well as the basic bidirectional communication which allows one device to control another. Thus, powering on the television will also turn on the soundbar. However, the new Bose TV Speaker requires that it be connected to the television’s HDMI ARC / eARC (Audio Return Channel) port. All of the televisions that I am familiar with have only one HDMI-ARC port. Therefore, if there is another connected device which requires ARC (such as a Home Theater system), those devices will be competing for the single HDMI ARC port, unless an HDMI switch is employed to allow multiple HDMI devices to connect to the single HDMI ARC port. HDMI has several advantages over an optical audio connection including the capability to pass higher resolution audio as well as automatically power switching the Bose TV Speaker on and off whenever the television is powered on and off. Although optical audio is good, HDMI is superior in several respects, thus it would have been nice if Bose also included an HDMI cable in addition to the optical cable furnished. The Bose TV Speaker soundbar does not support any high resolution, surround or cinematic sound formats (i.e. DTS, etc.). This is simply a 2.0 channel system. The “surround sound” effect of the Bose TV Speaker soundbar is apparently synthetic; a product of Bose engineering brilliance and capitalizing on reflected sound. The Bose TV Speaker soundbar includes Bluetooth Version 4.2 connectivity, which enables the soundbar to be utilized as a speaker for streaming music from a smartphone or other Bluetooth audio source device. The rear panel of the Bose TV Speaker has the A/C power cable jack, HDMI (ARC) jack, optical cable input jack, a 3.5mm analog stereo input jack (for connecting televisions which lack both HDMI and optical outputs), a 3.5mm output jack for connecting an optional Bose Bass Module accessory and a USB-A jack for sideloading firmware updates.
The Bose TV Speaker soundbar is equipped with its own compact, dedicated remote control in which the required CR2032, 3 volt lithium button battery is preinstalled. The Bose remote measures only 1-9/16” x 4-1/8”. The remote includes a Power Button, which has the dual purpose of switching the Auto-wake mode to turn on the Bose TV Speaker when audio is detected on the optical or analog connections; a TV source selection button; Volume control; a Bluetooth source selection button; a +/- 2 increment Bass adjustment button, a Mute/Unmute button and a Dialog mode button which ostensibly enhances the audibility of speech. The Bose remote is necessary for adjusting program volume if the optical connection is employed, however if connected via HDMI-ARC the television remote will control the audio output of the television set and thus will also control the volume of the Bose TV Speaker, and the Bose remote may be reserved for Bass adjustment and Source selection.
I have held a very favorable opinion of Bose equipment for over 45 years. Bose has a remarkable reputation for brilliantly engineered systems which produce incredible spatial sound with extremely small components including extremely small speaker drivers. I was amazed in the 1970s when I first heard a small pair of Bose bookshelf speakers fill a room with a spatial presence that was incomparable to any conventional, directional speakers. When Best Buy stores equipped their large, extensive CD sales areas (with their soaring, warehouse type ceilings) with Bose sound systems, it was amazing that the cavernous and noisy space was enveloped in music with incredible fidelity. My last car was factory equipped with an extraordinary Bose audio system, which I still miss a great deal (along with the outstanding car in which it was mounted).
Bose speakers capitalize on reflected sound, rather than only direct projection like most speakers. The spatial characteristics are therefore outstanding. Tiny speakers producing large, space filling audio is the Bose claim to fame.
Thus, when selecting a television soundbar, particularly with the hope of enhancing the clarity of dialog, Bose was the primary choice.
It would be nice (and appreciated) if Bose listed more specifications for any of their soundbars. Even the basic amplifier power specifications (watts/channel) are absent from the product documentation and website. The Bose TV Speaker is accompanied by a printed quick-start guide, but the full product manual must be accessed and downloaded from the Bose website.
Setting up the Bose TV Speaker was simple and effortless. I experimented with the optical cable connection, which would require use of the Bose remote to adjust volume, but opted to capitalize on the benefits of using the HDMI port. This requires a user supplied (not included) HDMI cable connecting the HDMI port on the rear panel of the Bose TV Speaker with the HDMI ARC port on the television (temporarily replacing the existing home theater system’s utilization of that ARC port). A standard HDMI port cannot be used, as the Bose TV Speaker will not receive audio signal from it. The Bose TV Speaker has the power supply internal to the housing, thus avoiding another space consuming wall transformer for the power mains.
The physical dimensions of the Bose TV Speaker are a very compact 23-1/2” wide x 4” deep x 2-1/4” tall. The black housing is sleek, visually attractive and modern with a perforated metal front grille. The unit is not heavy, but has a solid and substantial feel to it. LED status lamps are present on the upper left of the front housing.
Once the Bose TV Speaker was connected to the television via the HDMI ARC connection, turning on the television also powered on the Bose unit, and switched the audio output from the television’s internal speakers to the Bose TV Speaker. The immediate improvement in audio quality is remarkable. The internal speakers suddenly sound anemic once the Bose TV Speaker replaces them for audio production. At the default bass setting level, the Bose TV Speaker demonstrated excellent bass response that produces the illusion that a sub-woofer is present. Across the audible range, the audio sounds clear and undistorted, even at very low and very high volume levels. The sound reproduction is genuinely excellent, and although perhaps not of the level of a 7.1 channel home theater system, it sounds absolutely great and capably fills the room with high-fidelity audio.
Audio fidelity and the synthesized spatial characteristics of the Bose TV Speaker were equally impressive throughout the room, even when well off-axis from the television. The entire room was enveloped in the same richness, clarity and fullness of sound.
The performance of the Bose TV Speaker was immediately impressive. All types of programming from dialog heavy news programs to movies with significant music accompanying the dialog all sounded remarkably good and were greatly enhanced. The excellent audio produced by the modestly sized Bose TV Speaker was genuinely pleasing and quite impressive. The Bose TV Speaker also received a very favorable evaluation from my wife who often finds dialog from the television’s internal speakers difficult to understand clearly. My wife was amazed at how clear dialog became with the Bose TV Speaker, which quite dramatically enhances and clarifies dialog while rendering pleasant and balanced program audio.
We think that the Bose TV Speaker is truly excellent and we are genuinely enjoying the enhanced audio that it delivers. I can certainly recommend the Bose TV Speaker to anyone who would enjoy watching television with excellent audio reproduction from a compact, unobtrusive and quite remarkable soundbar system.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Crisp, clear, quality
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The Bose- TV Bluetooth Speaker is amazing. It is equivalent to having a hearing aid for the first time you didn't know you needed. It has a small sleek design and it fits perfectly positioned on the bottom center of my television. Ok, so, the speaker itself comes with a s optical chord and a power chord or you have the option for a HDMI cable as well. I have it programmed so when my television is powered on the speaker itself powers on also. Love this feature. It has a bluetooth option obviously, and completely sets up with ease to any bluetooth device with little effort. This is great as a more modern must for any sound bar speaker for the technology out today. I love how the volume from the television can either be muted so it is just the speaker you hear or you can use both speakers to give it the most crisp sound you will ever hear on any television speaker period. I'm in love with this speaker. When I talk about the sound, I absolutely cannot understand how I was able to even hear just the speaker inside of the television by itself. The Bose speaker is impeccable . It is the clearest quality, no static at all, innovation in todays technology. You can also not only change the volume and dialogue on the remote, which is almost all you need, but it would not be a Bose speaker without the massive base that can be maximized on the remote. This speaker doesn't compare to any other product in this field. Not to mention the simplicity of just plugging in the chords and enjoying. I am completely blown away and in love. This speakers quality is absolute perfection! Worth every penny.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome sound
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I really like how this TV speaker enhances the sound of my tv. It also does a great job with the clarity of the tv as well when people are talking and such. This was extremely easy to setup which was a big plus. The remote is pretty small and skinny so it could be easy to loose if you don’t put it in the same spot every time. The Bluetooth functionality of this works great. I like that you can also add more bass to this speaker later on down the road if you so choose. Overall I am very impressed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
cornoer damage
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
product Is nice but there was corner damage ont he top, we are going to try to work with it and hide the damage.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice choice for a small/midsize room
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I was anxious to set up this new soundbar; I was tired of having to either change remotes or switch inputs when I was going from the cable box to the Roku. I initially set this up with my Sharp LC-60P6070 tv which is about 5-6 years old. If you want to take advantage of the ARC (Audio Return Channel) you need to plug an HDMI cable into the Bose unit, then connect it to an HDMI port on the TV that labeled ARC. Herein starts the confusion. While ARC is the standard label for the back of the tv; there's a plethora of what they call it in your tv manual. It could be Anynet, Simplink, Bravia Link, or in the case of my Sharp, Aquos Link. I tried every option I could in the settings - in the audio section, the setup section; nothing would allow it to communicate via the HDMI cable. I finally admitted defeat & hooked it up via the provided optical cable.
I left it like that for 2 days, then decided to move it to bedroom to take advantage of a newer tv - another Sharp, but this time only a year old.
I hooked up the HDMI cable between the tv & soundbar, went into the tv settings & enabled HDMI-CEC (yeah, that's what they called it on this Sharp Model - maddening!) and voila, it worked! Turning on the tv turned on the soundbar. Now for the next test - switched inputs to the Roku, and yes, I have sound! Volume was also controllable via the cable box remote. No more handful of remotes required!
Then into fine tuning,. The Bose remote has a bass button, click it and 2nd light comes on in the unit. You can then use the volume up/down buttons to increase/decrease the amount of bass.
There is also a dialogue mode button which as it states in the pamphlet "increases the clarity of dialogue." Problem is, there's no further description. When you press the button, the led on the unit changes from white to green to amber, which is 3 different modes. Of course you choose the mode that sounds best to your ears. But it would be nice to add a few words about it. That's the problem nowadays with most included "manuals." They're either full of pictograms, not actual words, or they tell you to go online. As you can see in the picture I included, they do give you a website, but when I went there, there was nothing on this model - probably because it's too new & they haven't caught up.
One nice feature of this model is that the HDMI & power inputs are angled & inset (see photo) so that the unit takes less shelf space & you can almost, but not quite, butt it right up against your tv stand. Just take care not to block the bass vent in the back of the unit.
Another good feature is that the power cord is actually a power cord. A lot of smaller soundbars out there use a power supply, and then you're hunting for plug space behind the tv where you already have too many power supplies trying to share the same space. This one only takes a single outlet spot, the power supply is built into the unit.
If you're looking at this, you've probably bought Bose before, as I have. To my ears, it has that trademark Bose aura to it, pleasant even at louder levels. And the bass, well I think it's fair to say for a small unit it can put out an impressive amount for its size. It's a good choice for what I'm using it for, a bedroom. If you're looking for something to fill a home theater room, you're in the wrong place. Me, I'm happy that the tv sounds good & I got the ARC feature working so I don't have to press multiple buttons when I want to watch some Netflix.
One thing I'm not impressed with is when I initially turn on the tv, it powers on the soundbar, the light comes on, and then there's a delay of about 5-6 seconds before the sound kicks in - like I'm waiting for tubes to warm up. If it bothers me enough, there's an option on my tv settings to disable power on device, I'll just leave the soundbar on constant power.
Overall this comes with my solid recommendation; along with the caution that the newer your tv, the better a chance you'll have at getting a successful setup with ARC, and the features that provides.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Greatest speaker
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The speaker was easy to hook up and produced great sound and volume.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Vocals are hard to hear over background sound.
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BUILD QUALITY/AESTHETICS:
It is solid. There is no creaking anywhere on the device. It has a good weight to it. The shell is mostly plastic with the grill being metal. It has minimal branding with a small writing of “Bose” in the middle of the device. Overall, it looks very sleek. The inputs are on the back right of the device. Which include HDMI (ARC) x1, Optical In x1, Aux In x1, Service x1, Bass (for external bass device) x1, and power x1. There are two LED areas to notify you if you are on TV or Bluetooth. There are NO BUTTONS on the device itself. Which means if you lose the remote you are out of luck and have a large expensive paper weight. The battery for the remote is also a watch battery.
BLUETOOTH:
The setup process is easy. Simply press the Bluetooth button on the remote, it will change the LED to a pulsating blue light with a jingle. Then go to your Bluetooth settings on your phone and select “Bose TV Speaker” and it will make a little chime and the LED will go to white. Do keep in mind to go back to normal sound you have to press the TV button on your remote. How do you know which one you are on? You can check which LED is on. If the white LED is on the left, then it is TV. If on the right, Bluetooth. They really should have color coated these. As I think going to white after connecting for the Bluetooth is silly since the LED for TV is also white. If you get up close to the soundbar you can also see if it is on TV or Bluetooth as well (see picture).
SOUND QUALITY:
The most important part of a sound bar is the sound. I made sure to leave this stock as I am sure that is how most people will listen to it. Meaning I did not adjust the bass and I did not have voice clarity on. As if it is a good speaker you should not need that. I will note that turning on the voice clarity did help, but only mildly, and was usually still not enough for those shows that I had difficulty hearing vocals with. I would say my viewing experience was 50/50. So, 50% of the time I had no problems hearing people and the other 50% I had great difficulty with or without the voice clarity setting on. To the point I had to turn on subtitles to prevent my speaker from blasting. As in those times if I had the volume loud enough to hear the vocals the background music would be so loud it would hurt my ears.
I run all my speakers through 14 different songs that test a bunch of things to identify the sound profile for that product. Which I then use to try to objectively compare to other products. It also, gives me an idea how it will perform in multiple scenarios. I will start with audiophile terms and then go to laymen terms.
The overall balance of the soundbar is poor. Background sound, usually highs and/or music, often overpower vocals. Especially those in the mid or bass range. It does much better with highs (female voices). However, all vocals sound veiled and congested, and you must focus to understand what they are saying and even then, details are often lost. Bass is anemic in most things. However, if you do adjust the base (which I recommend) it can become boomy and solid without ruining the sound further. It actually improves the overall sound. Mids show a lot of bloat. Highs are solid and I have no problems with them. All sounds lack full texture, punch, and dynamic range. It has great separation. Overall sound is not as natural as I want, and timbre is slightly off making things sound more processed than I would like. Soundstage is small and forward. It does not have any brightness, crispness, depth, detail, harshness, lushness, or sibilance.
Moving onto simpler terms. The soundbar does not fill the room as much as it just shoots sound directly at you. For example, there are some speakers when you play something the sound surrounds you and sounds very realistic as if they are in the room with you. Other times it sounds like it is coming from a specific device from a specific and limited location and you have to be facing it to get the best sound. That is what these sound like. This speaker also focuses too much on the background noise for shows/movies. To the point I can hear birds chirping, a busy restaurant, traffic, and the ambiance fine. However, when someone goes to speak, I cannot understand what they are saying because the volume is too low for their voice and it just is not clear. Almost like someone is speaking through a mask. To the point where I have to turn up the volume and it makes it sound like I’m 80 years old when really I’m in my 20’s. I like low volume and not blasting it so my neighbors can hear what I’m watching. Bass also does not hit hard unless adjusted in which case it does. Mids are terrible all around. Highs are great. However, all sound is surface level. It lacks realistic tone, character, and depth. Overall, I do not like the sound. As I have an easier time hearing people talk with my normal TV speakers over this soundbar. Which defeats the entire purpose.
PROS:
-Build quality, appearance, and remote.
CONS:
-Sound quality and lack of buttons on the device itself. Also, a watch battery for the remote?
CONCLUSION:
I will keep this brief. The whole point of a soundbar is to be able to hear things better. I can hear nuances in shows that I normally cannot. However, I trade being able to hear those nuances instead of voices. Which is the main reason why we watch TV is to hear other people talk to drive a plot forward. Since it does this poorly, I simply cannot recommend this product. As much as I do not want it to be, it is a pass for me.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Bose
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Hey, thanks so much for your detailed feedback.
It's great to hear that there are many things you're impressed with, including the design and appearance. I'm sorry that you've found the sound quality less pleasing. This speaker is absolutely meant to enhance your listening experience in comparison to your TV speaker. Are you able to try the alternative input connection, or just replacing the cable? It's possible a faulty cable could be causing poor audio quality.
If there is anything that we can help with, please do not hesitate to reach out to our support - http://bose.life/globalsupport
Thanks, Charlotte - Bose Customer Support
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
This soundbar is amazing
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Got this Bose Bluetooth soundbar recently, and I’m really happy with it. Setup was super simple — basically plug it in, connect via Bluetooth, and you’re good to go. Took less than 10 minutes from unboxing to blasting music.
The sound quality is what you’d expect from Bose: clear, rich, and surprisingly powerful for how compact the soundbar is. Movies sound way more immersive now, and it’s great for music too — deep bass, crisp vocals, and no distortion even when you crank it up a bit.
Bluetooth connection is solid and super convenient. I’ve been using it with my phone, TV, and even my laptop without any issues. It also looks sleek and doesn’t take up much space, which is a win if you’re trying to keep your setup clean.
Overall, it’s a great upgrade if you want better sound without dealing with a bunch of wires or a full surround system. Totally worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bose is sound king
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Bose does it again. Crisp detailed sound. Great for at home movie nights. And perfect for gaming. I can hear the enemy's footsteps and my team talking with out having to use my headset. Love the sleak design. Fits under my tv if I want it to sit flushed. Not this bulky speaker that takes up space and seems to be all you see. Most tv speakers can be bulky but not thse. Love the bluetooth capabilities. Makes life easier. Easy setup. Even packaging was done well. No bulky boxes so I'm able to save the box for when I move. Remote is perfect medium size. I have lost and stepped on and broken other brand speakers made so cheaply. So I appreciate this remotes size yet not the size. Bose has been my favorite brands for headphones so I'm glad I gave speaker a change. It's worth every penny. And this company is amaze with their customer service if needed. I highly recommend it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Setup, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing sound bar for your home entertainment
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar is a game-changer for my TV setup. Its sleek design looks great, fitting perfectly into my living room. The sound quality is top-notch – clear and powerful, making movie nights and music sessions more enjoyable. Setting it up was a breeze, thanks to Bluetooth connectivity that lets me stream from my devices wirelessly. It's user-friendly with a handy remote. Considering its stylish design, impressive sound, easy connectivity, and reasonable price, it's a fantastic value for anyone looking to enhance their TV audio without breaking the bank.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Bass, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Bass ka Boss
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Bose TV Speaker Bluetooth Soundbar offers a remarkable upgrade to your TV's audio experience. Compact yet powerful, it delivers clear dialogue and rich sound, making it a great choice for those looking to enhance their home entertainment setup without the complexity of a full home theater system. The soundbar features a sleek, minimalist design that fits seamlessly into any space, and setup is straightforward, with Bluetooth connectivity making it easy to pair with your TV or other devices.
One of the standout features of the Bose TV Speaker is its dialogue mode, which helps bring clarity to speech, making it perfect for shows or movies with dense dialogue or soft-spoken characters. The soundbar also packs a punch with its bass, though it's not overwhelming—just enough to enhance music, sound effects, and action sequences.
The Bose TV Speaker provides a balanced and pleasant listening experience. It's ideal for smaller to mid-sized rooms, offering an impressive sound profile that far outperforms the built-in speakers. It strikes a great balance between affordability, ease of use, and performance.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Setup, Size, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sound
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I got this sound bar to improve sound quality on my t.v. It is perfect size to slide under the t.v. base. Very easy to hook up and get started. This comes with a remote of which has a wake setting. The speaker will turn on when you turn the t.v on. You also have the option to personalize your sound experience. The base is great on this sound bar and really makes listening to music so much better. Sound is very clear and makes movies alot more fun as well. My watching and listening experience is so much better and something I now look forward to.