Reviews for Bose® Computer MusicMonitor®

Small, sleek, great sound. Perfect. Worth the expense.

I have the early version of these, but they have amazing sound quality, workmanship and volume! a bit expensive, but worth it IF you care about sound. (You might find the older ones cheaper somewhere...)

Nothing comes close, size to sound ratio, nothing. The best product from Bose.

Ok, I was skeptical to order these 400-dollar set of micro-speakers that measure a mere 2.5-inches in width.

When I first picked them up from the shipping box I was even more skeptical as I connected them up to my Mac. The first thing I noticed was the sound was surprisingly smooth and as I turned up the volume, I was pleasantly surprised! I didn’t bother with the sample CD that comes with the Bose, so I played select cuts of my own favorites. The sound was much better than I was expecting. It’s actually hard to believe just how clean and accurate these little guys truly are.

I realize many of you may be concerned with the bass response, but I feel it’s well balanced and fairly deep. If you want a true testament, try playing “Angel” by Sarah McLachian and you’ll be amazed! Ok, I can’t realistically compare these with other larger systems with a sub, since these are so very unique! If you want your cake and eat it too, then it will cost more than double of what these have to offer.

Part of what makes the speakers impressive is the same thing that may turn the nose up of the skeptics. The sound produced is disproportional to what you would expect from such a small enclosure. For me personally, I’m very impressed with the sound quality. Now, some people may not be please unless they produce ghetto blasting bass, so for that group I would recommend something larger. These are not harsh or weak, and they actually sound nicer than some larger enclosures with a sub! Speaking of which, the unique rear baffle enhances the bass response quite well. Unlike more conventional rear-ported base reflex designs, the preset distance to the reflector is constant so speaker placement is much more flexible.

As a minimalist, I much prefer to have my computing environment to be free of extraneous clutter and mass. My flat panel monitor with my Mac, all blend together to form a very clean and contemporary appearance. I really like the way they compliment my system. Granted, it’s hard to associate this level of sound quality with a pair of speakers that are so small, but I can’t say enough good things about them. Bose has always been unique and very successful with small enclosures.

In short, I’m impressed although I do recommend a good quality surge/line conditioner. Yeah I know; this is one of those things that we hate to buy since we can’t readily appreciate the benefits until its too late. Remember, you get what you pay for so stay clear of those cheap hollow boxes. Anyway, the company also makes purchasing so stupid-easy with zero financing, no credit checks and a 30-day return policy.

BTW: I received a promotional carry bag for portable use, for those that are so inclined. The quality is also of superior to what you could have imagined. Granted, I don’t have much use for it but maybe my son would like it if I buy him a set for Christmas. I don't know if they'll be offering this perk for very long.

Pros
* Commercial style build quality with metal enclosures
* Powerful clean sound in a markedly small footprint
* Accurate and convenient Remote Control
* Zero interest payment plan options
* Good return policy

Cons
Still looking but can’t find any…

I picked up these Bose after trying them out at the Apple Store in Aventura, FL. I must admit that the Harman Kardon Soundsticks gave a lot more bass due to the subwoofer, and were less than half the price of these. Yet when it comes to portability these are the best small speakers I have ever heard. The bass reproduction is amazing and the low bass does not saturate with heavy bass/music. They look great next to a Macbook Pro unibody, and if placed correctly the sound resonates nicely from the screen. For $400 I would buy the Bose Companion 5 if I did not have space limitations.

I was a little hesitant on purchasing these speakers. But I do have several other Bose products that I am happy with. So I took the plunge and figured if they didn't perform well I would return them. Once I listened to these speakers I really was blown away.
The sound is incredible. I also love base and these speakers provide the perfect amount of base. On top of that I listen to music from my blackberry storm or ipod touch so now these speakers provide multi functions. With the nice carrying case its very easy to bring these speakers along with me and can simply hook up my ipod touch or my blackberry and provide nice quality music anywhere I go!
Once again Bose has blown me away with these quality speakers. I LOVE them!!

Sound is very good considering there is no bass module (there is however a bass passive radiator in each speaker, very cleaver way to reinforce lower tones). Mid-tones are beautiful, spoken word like public radio shows are open and lifelike. I like the tight controlled sound and richness even at low volumes. These are definitely for near field listening though, 1.5 to 10'. Construction and materials are in line with my unibody MacBook Pro, top notch all the way. Ideal for an office or workstation where space is very tight.

these speakers are way better than any audio product ive ever purchased. the sound that these things put out is purely amazing. the highs are so crisp and the bass rattles your desk. all of that in a tiny package that fits perfectly on my desk. best of all they produce incredible amounts of bass without a large bass module with the many wires that come with them. there is only 3 wires! the remote is an added bonus which makes these even better than my old companion 5s. paid the same amount for a better product. these are the best investment ive ever made on any computer related product.

at first we were expecting to have a puny sound with mock-bass touch to it, but the speakers have really proven that they're capable, and they do not disappoint!