| People who have Bose speakers say they have | | | | rewrites, etc.) Other features include an equalizer, |
| excellent sound quality and tech support team, even | | | | amplifiers, three inputs with both digital coaxial and |
| though their system is simpler than most yet cost | | | | analog jacks. Plus one optical digital audio input is |
| more. And others have different opinions. So let's see | | | | available for more audio connections you may need. |
| if Bose is worth the purchase. | | | | However..... |
| Bose's 3-2-1 system means that two Bose Articulated | | | | Some people have reportedly found different types of |
| Array speakers are used instead of five, producing | | | | Bose displays in stores. They feel that while the |
| excellent surround sound quality and boasting a | | | | equipment they use in their displays may give off |
| multi-channel output. Plus they use a patented | | | | excellent sound from roughly three feet away for |
| Acoustimass module, not a subwoofer, that can be | | | | in-store listeners, the same systems in home areas |
| placed anywhere in the home theater area and still | | | | would more than likely reproduce distorted sound and |
| produce excellent, quality sound quality. | | | | definitely lesser quality sound overall. |
| Like snapping fingers, you can connect everything with | | | | So bottom line is to test and read quality reviews. |
| only one power cord and three wires. Plus installation | | | | Then see for yourself and make sure to check for |
| means only four connections are necessary: | | | | warranty information first so that you are covered |
| - media center with acoustimass module | | | | while you are initially testing your system in your home. |
| - power outlet with acoustimass module | | | | Don't fall in love with it until you give it thorough testing |
| - television to media center | | | | with different music compositions and other programs |
| - speakers to media center | | | | – -and ask other people (friends, family, etc.) to |
| The Media Center unit contains an AM/FM tuner and | | | | test it, too. |
| integrated DVD player that plays nearly any type of | | | | Better safe than sorry! It very much may be worth |
| CD / DVD (regardless of whether or not they are | | | | your investment. But why take a chance? |