Bose® Computer MusicMonitor

The compact Bose® Computer MusicMonitor® delivers full, rich sound quality without taking up too much space on your desktop. Good things really do come in small packages.
  • Solid aluminium casing
  • Remote control functionality
  • Superb performance, compact design
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Full and rich, high-quality audio playback without taking up too much space on your desktop.

The compact Bose® Computer MusicMonitor® delivers full, rich sound quality without taking up too much space on your desktop. Good things really do come in small packages.

Full-range sound

This two-piece desktop speaker system may be petite, but don't be fooled, it features the latest in switching amplifier technology combined with new, proprietary acoustic design, and Bose® digital signal processing to deliver accurate, full-range sound.

High output

The thin, powerful neodymium transducers have ten times the magnetic energy density of conventional speakers, so they're small in size, but high in output. Enjoy superior audio as the active electronic equalisation balances low, mid and high frequencies for more natural tone and clarity.

Elegant and easy to use

Smaller, lighter and 50% more efficient than many traditional linear amplifiers, the system is unobtrusive and elegant, with a solid aluminium casing to complement your notebook or desktop computer.

The handy remote keeps on/off and volume control at your fingertips and set up is simple; just plug in and press play.

Highlights

  • Elegant aluminium casing
  • Easy connectivity—just plug in and press play
  • Deep, powerful low tones
  • High output
  • Smaller, lighter and 50% more efficient than many traditional linear amplifiers
  • Active electronic equalisation
  • Remote control volume and on/off
  • Shielded to prevent interference with other devices
  • A/C powered

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The Bose® Computer MusicMonitor® is smaller, lighter and 50% more efficient than many traditional linear amplifiers.

Technical Specs

Dimension

  • Weight: Right speaker: 1.3 lb./0.6 kg; Left speaker: 1.2 lb./0.5 kg
  • Height: Per speaker: 4.81 in./12.2 cm
  • Depth: Per speaker: 4.81 in./12.3 cm
  • Width: Per speaker: 2.5 in./6.5 cm

Compatibility

Mac

  • Mac OS X v10.4.6 or later

Compatibility

  • iPad
    1st generation

  • iPad 2
    2nd generation

What's in the Box?

  • Two Bose® MusicMonitor® speakers
  • Remote control
  • Power cord
  • Connecting cable
  • Demonstration CD

Manufacturer Information

Warranty

  • Note: Apple's One-Year Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Non-Apple-branded products may have the benefit of a manufacturer's warranty provided by the product manufacturer — please see your product box and literature for details. Benefits under the manufacturer's warranty are in addition to rights provided by consumer law. For details, click here.
  • Warranty: One-year limited (For details, please visit www.bose.com/controller?url=/customer_service/site_help/index.jsp#limited_warranty)

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 17817515917
  • Mfr. Part Number: 323232-1100
 

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    The best compromise of size versus sound.

    • Written by from LEICESTER

    It's a bit difficult to be completely unbiased when you have just blown this much money on anything, but for me these speakers deserve high praise.

    They really are beautiful pieces of kit, from the subtle angle to the solid build quality and side-firing bass slots, they ooze quality. They feel like bricks of aluminium which is reassuring when you crank up the volume - they won't be reverberating or jumping across your desk, thats for sure.

    I was amazed by the incredible amount of bass produced from such a small size, it is like there is a bass box hidden somewhere in the room. Some might say that there isn't enough - personally I feel that Bose have achieved their aim to reproduce content as accurately as possible. There isn't huge "try hard" rumblings that you can get with many larger systems - but instead, a well balanced sound. This is true from quiet levels up to its maximum volume where the speaker seems to automatically limit the volume to ensure there is no "clipping" of sound. This means you will get the maximum volume the speaker is capable of producing at its highest quality and distortion free.

    I've got them in an office and they are easily powerful enough for general listening and to crank up for my favourite tunes. They could easily fill a room with sound at a general listening level but they ARE compact speakers, so expecting them to replicate a home cinema is unrealistic.

    The only negative I have is the power-brick that doesn't complement their compact size when you are packing them in your bag, especially after all their hard work to get these speakers so small!

    As a rule, sound quality goes down with size (or is backed up by a separate subwoofer), Bose broke the rule with these beauties with rich, realistic, well balanced sound in a tiny package. They look awesome too. Well worth the money if you want the best!     …More

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Average!

    • Written by from STOKE-ON-TRENT

    I'm a huge fan of Bose and have a number of products. These speakers are sadly a let down. Good but not great. I expected great! Volume just isn't high and deep enough! …More

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Very good quality

    • Written by from Leeds

    These Bose computer speakers are not only have a very good build quality but their sound quality is superb, it's like listening through headphones but without the inconvenience of the weight. A most exelant product. …More

    35 of 38 people found this useful

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Good for your office but not for your home

    • Written by from Gravesend

    These are very well made/built - NO doubt about that... but I would expect wireless technology with this price tag. that's a separate issue.

    These speakers are certainly not for a Living Room (large room) where you would want to have some vibrating sound. These are low volume good quality (NOT EXCELLENT) neat speakers for your study room / office.

    Also, it seems that the bass just flats out on higher volume and speakers produce ugly sound until you lower the volume..... seems the speakers are just not built for even little higher volume. but if you are listening music of low to mid volume in your study room (a small room) they'll be OK.     …More

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Very good quality

    • Written by from Leeds

    These Bose computer speakers are not only have a very good build quality but their sound quality is superb, it's like listening through headphones but without the inconvenience of the weight. A most exelant product. …More

    35 of 38 people found this useful

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    The best compromise of size versus sound.

    • Written by from LEICESTER

    It's a bit difficult to be completely unbiased when you have just blown this much money on anything, but for me these speakers deserve high praise.

    They really are beautiful pieces of kit, from the subtle angle to the solid build quality and side-firing bass slots, they ooze quality. They feel like bricks of aluminium which is reassuring when you crank up the volume - they won't be reverberating or jumping across your desk, thats for sure.

    I was amazed by the incredible amount of bass produced from such a small size, it is like there is a bass box hidden somewhere in the room. Some might say that there isn't enough - personally I feel that Bose have achieved their aim to reproduce content as accurately as possible. There isn't huge "try hard" rumblings that you can get with many larger systems - but instead, a well balanced sound. This is true from quiet levels up to its maximum volume where the speaker seems to automatically limit the volume to ensure there is no "clipping" of sound. This means you will get the maximum volume the speaker is capable of producing at its highest quality and distortion free.

    I've got them in an office and they are easily powerful enough for general listening and to crank up for my favourite tunes. They could easily fill a room with sound at a general listening level but they ARE compact speakers, so expecting them to replicate a home cinema is unrealistic.

    The only negative I have is the power-brick that doesn't complement their compact size when you are packing them in your bag, especially after all their hard work to get these speakers so small!

    As a rule, sound quality goes down with size (or is backed up by a separate subwoofer), Bose broke the rule with these beauties with rich, realistic, well balanced sound in a tiny package. They look awesome too. Well worth the money if you want the best!     …More

    65 of 70 people found this useful

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  • I'm sure they sound great but are they compatible with mountain lion?
    • Asked by Silvio R from San Antonio
    • 03-Mar-2013

    1 Answer

    Answer

    Of course they are. Does not really matter what OS is being used, since there is no "installation" required. I bought the speakers when my laptop had OS X10.6; now it is OS X 10.8.3 (ML) and no problem using the speakers at all!! …More

    • Answered by R H from Mumbai
    • 07-Apr-2013
  • Do the speakers come with a carrying case?
    • Asked by Michelle T
    • 12-Feb-2013

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  • Can I use the Bose computer monitor speakers with a television as well as my MacBook Pro
    • Asked by Keith A
    • 04-Jun-2011

    1 Answer

    Best Answer

    Yes, but it depends on what television [device] you have or get.

    1st/ the Bose speakers use a stereo 3.5mm mini-jack so unless your TV monitor has a mini-jack you'll need some sort of adaptor. Most TV's have RCA connectors for audio and you should be able to find either online or a specialist electronic goods store that stock an adaptor that has two [male] RCA connectors [usually one red, one black] cabled to a stereo 3.5 mini jack socket [female].

    2nd/ You'll find most "Televisions" ie combined screen [monitor] & tuners [the bit that receives and decodes the broadcasted TV signal] have speakers built in to them so there's not going to be a huge benefit to running your Bose monitors with this kind of TV except a possible increase in sound quality if the TV speakers are really rubbish.

    3rd/ Some older TV's don't have any audio output connectors to connect your external speakers to.

    Tip: It's best to NOT use the headphone socket to run your Bose units because the power output is much greater than the level that the Bose are designed for and you'll usually you'll get a more distorted sound even if you turn down the headphone socket's level.     …More

    • Answered by Ken F from Tamarama
    • 27-Jul-2011

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