Bose Companion 3 Series II review
Bose Companion 3 Series II – Well-Build and Compact Acoustic System
Those people who are looking for high-quality, good-looking, and easy to use computer speakers, should check out the Bose Companion 3 Series II review to weigh up all advantages and drawbacks of these speakers.
The system consists of two satellite speakers, Compact Acoustimass module (a subwoofer) for resonant musical tones, and the circular pod. The audio input cable is in the package. The speakers are compact enough to be placed on a table and can be hooked up to a wide range of devices.
Dimensions
The Acoustimass module is 8.5 x 6.75 x 13.75, and it weighs 14.7 pounds (unpacked). These dimensions make it possible to place the sub underneath the average desk.
The speakers’ size on stands is 6x3.37x3.25 inches and 2.5x2.75x2.5 without stands. One unpacked speaker weighs 0.8 pounds.
The control pod is 1.12 inches high and 2.5 inches in diameter. Its weight is 0.5 pounds.
Features
This model is based on the branded TrueSpace stereo signal processing circuitry that creates a wide and engulfing two-channel sound stage. Bose has also outfitted this model with the Active electronic equalization to balance all the frequencies and, as a result, to get a natural tone of maximum clarity.
The Bose Companion 3 Series II multimedia speaker system has a 3.5mm audio connector to plug it in the computer’s headphone jack. The USB is necessary for this purpose. One can also hook this system up to a TV if the latter has the same 3.5mm audio jack.
The quality of sound allows using this unit as a home theater replacement. Some bass heaviness is possible; that’s why it’s important to adjust the equalizer levels in sound settings and face the speakers in different directions. Besides, a bass intensity dial on the back of a sub allows turning off the bass completely if needed. After all the adjustments, the speakers produce deep mids, detailed highs, and clear bass.
The sound quality also depends on the proper installation of the system. Use the Bose Companion 3 Series II manual to know about correct placements, positioning, and required distances from the wall and other stuff, as well as between the components.
Design
The Bose Companion 3 Series 2 comes in either silver or graphite design with the shade aluminum grills and the black trim.
The module provides fast access to volume control, and it has two ports to plug headphones and an MP3 player (or another second audio source) in them.
The speakers have a heavy base to prevent them from moving when they are on the desk. The Bose Companion 3 Series II speakers are made to be used on the stands for the best experience. However, it’s possible to remove them anytime. The system has a durable construction to ensure all its components’ long lifespan.
Conclusion
The Bose Companion 3 Series II delivers a full rich sound and vivid stereo performance for listening to different kinds of music. The item is designed for warm and soft sounds rather than loud volumes. That’s why the lack of bass and average loudness might be not suitable for playing computer games or such hard music as techno or rap.