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Bose 161 Speaker System (Pair) - Black

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Brand Bose
Model Name 27027
Speaker Type Bookshelf
Special Feature bass_boost, Wired Speakers Mounts Sold Separately

About this item

  • Versatile speakers in black for music and movies, ideal for use in bookshelf or wall-mount applications
  • Performance rivaling much larger home stereo speakers. Custom brackets included for easy installation and flexible placement possibilities
  • Stereo Everywhere speaker performance produces balanced stereo sound over a wide area
  • Magnetically shielded speakers allow for speaker placement in close proximity to your TV; Syncom computer tested to ensure one of the highest levels of quality and reliability in the audio industry.
  • Custom mounting brackets included for additional placement options. Be sure to use the proper gauge (or thickness) of wire or speaker cable for the length required to run the distance between your amplifier and your speakers
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Customer Ratings
Sound quality
4.0
4.6
4.6
4.3
4.0
4.6
Value for money
4.0
4.6
4.7
4.5
3.4
4.7
Quality of material
4.7
4.7
4.3
4.8
4.6
Easy to install
4.6
5.0
4.5
3.7
4.5
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Pro Acoustics
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Fluance Audio
speaker size
6.5 inches
4 inches
5 inches
2.5 inches
4 inches
power source
AC
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Passive
connectivity tech
Wired
Optical
Spring-loaded terminal
Optical, HDMI
speaker type
Bookshelf
Bookshelf
Monitor
Surround Sound
Satellite
mounting type
Shelf Mount
Shelf Mount
Shelf Mount
Wall Mount
Wall Mount, Tabletop
Wall Mount
weight
8.5 pounds
6 pounds
2 pounds
5.06 pounds
6.8 pounds
control method
voice
touch
remote

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Product Description

Enjoy rich, full sound from music or movies with this compact pair of sleek Bose speakers. Whether placed on a desk or bookshelf or mounted on a wall for use as surround speakers, these speakers are designed to deliver balanced, spacious sound with minimal or moderate amplifier power (10 to 100 watts per channel). Automatic protection circuitry keeps the speaker drivers from being overdriven, heightening the speakers' reliability without interfering with your listening. Bose 161 speakers in black If you'll be using them in a home-theater capacity, keep in mind that they're designed to blend seamlessly with the Bose VCS-10 center-channel speaker and any Direct/Reflecting Bose speaker system. Unlike conventional speakers, which radiate sound in a single direction, these speakers use Articulated Array driver positioning and Stereo Everywhere technology to deliver balanced sound throughout your listening area. Further, Bose's two 2.5-inch proprietary Twiddler drivers per speaker move more air from their small enclosures than similarly sized conventional drivers, creating a sound you'd expect from much larger speakers. Be sure to use the proper gauge (or thickness) of wire or speaker cable for the length required to run the distance between your amplifier and your speakers. If the length is 30 feet, use a minimum of 18 gauge (.75 mm), use 16 gauge (1.5 mm) for 45 feet or 14 gauge (2 mm) for 70 feet. Supplied custom mounting brackets offer a range of placement options. What's in the Box - Left speaker, right speaker, mounting brackets, self-adhesive rubber feet, user's manual.

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Enjoy rich, full sound from music or movies with this compact pair of sleek Bose speakers. Whether placed on a desk or bookshelf or mounted on a wall for use as surround speakers, these speakers are designed to deliver balanced, spacious sound with minimal or moderate amplifier power (10 to 100 watts per channel). Automatic protection circuitry keeps the speaker drivers from being overdriven, heightening the speakers' reliability without interfering with your listening.

If you'll be using them in a home-theater capacity, keep in mind that they're designed to blend seamlessly with the Bose VCS-10 center-channel speaker and any Direct/Reflecting Bose speaker system.

Included in the box.

Unlike conventional speakers, which radiate sound in a single direction, these speakers use Articulated Array driver positioning and Stereo Everywhere technology to deliver balanced sound throughout your listening area. Further, Bose's two 2.5-inch proprietary Twiddler drivers per speaker move more air from their small enclosures than similarly sized conventional drivers, creating a sound you'd expect from much larger speakers.

Be sure to use the proper gauge (or thickness) of wire or speaker cable for the length required to run the distance between your amplifier and your speakers. If the length is 30 feet, use a minimum of 18 gauge (.75 mm); use 16 gauge (1.5 mm) for 45 feet or 14 gauge (2 mm) for 70 feet. Supplied custom mounting brackets offer a range of placement options.

What's in the Box

Left speaker, right speaker, mounting brackets, self-adhesive rubber feet, user's manual.

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
1,178 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sound quality, value, quality and performance of the speakers. For example, they mention that the bass frequencies are adequately reproduced, they work perfectly and that the size is perfect for a small area. They are also satisfied with appearance, and ease of installation. That said, opinions are mixed on mounting.

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247 customers mention210 positive37 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the speakers. They say the bass complimented by the sub is strong and tight. The bass frequencies are adequately reproduced for orchestral music, but will need to be augmented for other genres. The speakers sound great, crisp, and clear, and fill the room completely with life like sounds. They also mention that the lines of everyday conversation are extremely clear and resonate well to the ear.

"...The Bose 161's seemed to give the same separation but sounds were more localised...." Read more

"...I plugged them in the sub and they sound great, crisp and clear I guess. As my experience with Bose products, it will last for years...." Read more

"Sound and look great" Read more

"...The Denon Audyssey set the crossover at 150hz. The bass complimented by the sub is strong and tight but I would not want to run these without a..." Read more

74 customers mention62 positive12 negative

Customers like the value of the speakers. They mention it's a great product for the money, and an excellent purchase.

"...These are a quality speaker system for home and home theater use. Priced right with the flexibility to position them where you want...." Read more

"...instead of 301s because they fit nicely on the mantle and were reasonably priced...." Read more

"...These speakers are a good value and give a very satisfactory sound in a playroom...." Read more

"...are great speakers considering their size and they are a very good value for the price...." Read more

62 customers mention47 positive15 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. They mention that they are well-made, and deliver fantastic quality for HD TV broadcasts in Dolby Surround mode. Customers also say that the speakers are an excellent compliment to their system and a great product for consumers who look for great bargains and listens to music. They also say the speakers improve their home theater and are a wonderful addition to their new house.

"...These are a quality speaker system for home and home theater use. Priced right with the flexibility to position them where you want...." Read more

"...it did take him some time to hook everything up, the end result has been well worth it...." Read more

"...I wasn't expecting much in the way of low end performance yet these are decent and the rest of the range is impressive...." Read more

"...Without the feet, the speakers rock from side to side...." Read more

47 customers mention44 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the speakers. They mention that they work perfectly with their TV audio system, and the bracket works well. The speakers do a good job as surround speakers, and make their system much better.

"...Surprisingly, the sub still works pretty well with my receiver...." Read more

"...Used as surround speakers they are great. They reflect the background channels very well...." Read more

"The Bose 161s do a very good job as surround speakers for (in my case) a typical sized family room...." Read more

"...They help make my movie experience theater quality. The room is 25 x25 and fills it completely with life like sounds...." Read more

45 customers mention41 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the size of the speakers. They mention that they are small enough to sit on a shelf, perfect for a small area, and provide good tonal balance. They also say that the speakers are great considering their size and are a very good value for the price. The sleek, black design fits well into overall home decor and fits perfectly with their home theater system.

"...match up to audiophile large speakers, but they perform well in a small easy to place package." Read more

"...for space so selected these instead of 301s because they fit nicely on the mantle and were reasonably priced...." Read more

"...They have a sleek, black design that fits well into our overall home decor and they sit well (albeit snuggly) on our large tv stand...." Read more

"I think these are great speakers considering their size and they are a very good value for the price...." Read more

34 customers mention31 positive3 negative

Customers like the appearance of the speakers. They mention that the sleek black design is otherwise invisible, and the speakers look great on the wall. They also say that the speakers recreate crisp and clear sounds, and that they blend into white walls.

"...I plugged them in the sub and they sound great, crisp and clear I guess. As my experience with Bose products, it will last for years...." Read more

"...In 5.1 mode they image great, and produce a consistent sound throughout an odd shaped room...." Read more

"...201's are a bit bigger than i thought they would be... but look amazing once set up... and sound real good too... They dont have enough base you say..." Read more

"...a lot of comparative listening with the old speakers and am impressed at their crispness and clarity...." Read more

33 customers mention28 positive5 negative

Customers find the installation of the speakers to be easy with the included brackets. They say the speakers are simple to hook up and mount easily.

"...I was able to mount them easily on my old wall mounts, but they also come with mounting hardware...." Read more

"...o tech for its price... Audessy 2EQ (the auto sound setup) is really easy to do... sets up the speakers just right... i tried tweaking my setup......" Read more

"...The ease in which they install is one of the reasons I purchased them. They also sound very good for surround purposes and they look good...." Read more

"...They were easy to install. I highly recommend them for a light setting." Read more

21 customers mention11 positive10 negative

Customers are mixed about the mounting of the speakers. Some mention that they were able to mount them on their walls with the included mounts, while others say that the mounting system is chintzy and the speakers slip easily. The mounts supplied could be improved and there are limited mounting options due to the shape and non-compatibility with other products.

"...Also no need for speaker stands and mounting is included. All you need to buy is speaker wire...." Read more

"...My only issue is the mounting system is chintzy, and I found the speakers slipping down from their own weight...." Read more

"...These speakers are intended to be wall mounted and are easily installed with the included brackets. They do not sit well on a shelf!" Read more

"...The brackets are lame and hard to mount close to a side wall...." Read more

Fantastic rear speakers for surround sound.
5 Stars
Fantastic rear speakers for surround sound.
I like Bose. While many of their products are overpriced and overrated, these speakers along with the 301 bookshelf speaker are some of the best speakers on the market for the money. While the 161 is a small speaker it's perfect for a home theater setup. Coupled with some 301's in the front a good subwoofer (Polk Audio) they do their job and do it well.On the other hand, if you've got small living quarters like a dorm room or an efficiency apartment, these speakers will sound fantastic. Remember that when you utilize Bluetooth, you do lose some fidelity so you will need a good receiver/amp to run them as the 161 is not Bluetooth compatible.
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