Bose 201 Series V Direct/Reflecting Speaker System Model: 201
Description: Enjoy room-filling stereo performance from a small, versatile bookshelf speaker. Ideal for smaller rooms and can be used in surround sound applications. Enjoy lifelike, spacious stereo performance from our most affordable bookshelf speakers. These versatile, compact speakers re-create the experience of a live performance from your stereo components. When connected to your home theater components, they can also be used as front or rear channel surround speakers. Direct/Reflecting? speaker technology for lifelike, spacious music In a concert hall, listeners hear a mix of reflected and direct sound arriving from different directions and at different times. Direct/Reflecting? speaker technology uses the walls and flat surfaces of your room to deliver performance more like that of a concert hall. Bose? 201? speakers also create a listening environment composed of reflected and direct sound, much like that of a live performance. From cutting-edge DVDs to vintage records, you'll enjoy lifelike spaciousness in practically everything you listen to. Stereo Everywhere? speaker performance lets you enjoy full stereo sound throughout the listening area, no matter where you sit or stand. Instead of concentrating the stereo effects into a single "sweet spot," 201 bookshelf speakers deliver realistic performance almost anywhere in the room. Trim, stylish 201 speakers are ideal for your den, dorm room or office. Their sleek design makes them welcome in any decor. Accessory stands and brackets offer a variety of placement options.
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Pros: Outstanding mids & treble if placed properly Cons: Bass is a bit lacking, they must be placed properly for the best sound. BottomLine: Great as compact bookshelf speakers or surround speakers. Would be awesome with a sub.
Pros: Excellent sound quality, bright highs, good mids Cons: No bass (not real con - need to pair up with a subwoofer) BottomLine: Crystal clear cymbals, excellent voice reproduction.
Pros: Above average sound output for this class of speaker, proven technology, stronger resale value. Cons: Maybe lacking some base, but it's what I expected from a 6.5" woofer. BottomLine: Quality sounding, virtually distortion free, $200, what's not to like, or what more could you expect to get out of only a 6.5" woofer?
Bose 201's Great Sound For Smaller Bookshelf Speaker
Pros: Beautiful natural and clear sound with awesome acoustic spaciality!!! Perhaps Bose's best single product Cons: Practically None! Not designed for accentuated low frequency BottomLine: