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Bose 201 Series V Direct/Reflecting Speaker System - 29298

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Bose 201 Series V Direct/Reflecting Speaker System - 201VLC/ High-Sensitivity 2" Stereo Targeting® Tweeter/ Spatial Dispersion^TM Speaker Lens/ High-Excursion 6 ½" Woofer/ Automatic Protection Circuitry/ Priced Per Pair/ Light Cherry Finish

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Bose 201 Series V Direct/Reflecting Speaker System - 201VLC

If you thought the renowned concert-like sound of Bose® was out of reach, think again. The 201® speaker is the most affordable member of the Bose family of Direct/Reflecting® speakers. So now you can enjoy spacious Bose sound for a lot less than you might have believed possible. Unlike conventional speakers, the 201 speaker system lets you hear rich stereo almost anywhere in the room, instead of in one small “sweet spot” between the speakers. Great for listening to music or emphasizing surround effects in home theater. Come by for a demonstration and hear the difference Bose technology makes.

Highlights:

Offers remarkable stereo sound and can serve as a surround speaker for movies with most Direct/Reflecting® speaker systems and the VCS-10® center channel speaker
Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology delivers lifelike, spacious music.
Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance lets you hear stereo sound almost anywhere in the room.
Hear deep, clean low notes from a ported enclosure.

A sound investment for stereo and home theater.
Legendary Bose® sound is well within reach with the 201® Direct/Reflecting® speaker system. These speakers deliver remarkable stereo sound with lifelike spaciousness and can serve as a quality rear channel in a Bose component home theater setup. The 201 speakers offer a combination of performance and style for the music that moves you and the movies that keep you pinned to your seat. They integrate seamlessly with the VCS-10® center channel speaker and the Bose 301®, 601™ or 701® Direct/Reflecting® speakers for a five-speaker home theater experience. Hear 201 speakers for yourself to appreciate this rare package of versatility and affordability. You'll understand why they have long been one of our most popular speakers.
The elements of extraordinary audio. At the heart of this system is our proprietary Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology, which re-creates a natural balance of reflected and direct sound for an experience similar to that of a live performance. This technology also allows Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance to fill your room with the brilliance of soulful jazz or the raw energy of a gripping drama. Each speaker features a Stereo Targeting® tweeter to create a sense of lifelike spaciousness and a 6½" woofer to reproduce the low notes with clarity, even at high volumes. From the deep, rhythmic beat of a helicopter cutting across the sky to the uplifting songs of birds at dawn, the 201 speakers present a compelling audio experience.
Designed to fit in your life. Suitable for living rooms, dorm rooms or most anywhere you'd like to enjoy music and movies, 201 speakers take up minimal space and blend nicely with your décor. You can also choose accessories for even more placement options.

Features	Benefits
Compatible with the VCS-10® center channel speaker and our complete line of Direct/Reflecting® speaker systems	Provides a seamless acoustic effect for surround channels when building a Bose component home theater speaker system.
Direct/Reflecting® speaker technology	Experience lifelike, spacious sound similar to a live performance.
Stereo Everywhere® speaker performance	Relax into rich stereo sound almost anywhere in the room, not just the small "sweet spot" of many larger, conventional speakers.
High-sensitivity 2" Stereo Targeting® tweeter	Directs mid to high frequencies to a wide stable area between the speakers, enabling balanced stereo sound throughout the listening area.
Spatial Dispersion™ speaker lens	Enjoy smoother high-frequency response and wider distribution of sound.
High-excursion 6 ½" woofer	Delivers lower frequencies with lifelike performance and balanced sound throughout the listening area.
Slot port tuning	Enables cleaner and deeper performance for the lower notes, particularly at high volumes.
Compact bookshelf design	Hear high-performance sound from easy-to-place speakers that can be used almost anywhere as main, secondary or surround speakers.
Automatic protection circuitry	Protects drivers from being overdriven, without interrupting the music.
Syncom® computer tested	Enjoy a superior level of quality and reliability thanks to Bose comprehensive testing.
Approximate Dimensions
Height (each)	8" (20.3cm)
Width (each)	13.75" (35cm)
Depth (each)	8.55" (21.7cm)
Approximate Weight
Shipping	30 lbs.

Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Sound Modes	Stereo, Surround
Speaker Type	Bookshelf
Tweeter Size	2"
Woofer Size	6 1/2"

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Product Review Summary

5.0 (based on 7 reviews)

71% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

Attractive Design (9)
Easy To Connect (9)
Compact (7)
Great Sound Quality (7)
Powerful (6)

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Basic Systems (5)
Smaller Rooms (3)

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5.0

BOSE 201 Speakers

Reviewed by pelligan (Practical) from Tacoma,WA.. on May 12, 2011

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Great size!

Pros:	Attractive Design, Easy to Mount, Easy To Setup
Best Uses:	Multiple Rooms / Whole House, Home Theater

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5.0

Great set of speakers for the money

Reviewed by Monty (Practical) from Reston, VA on Mar 30, 2009

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

We are enjoying the speakers very much. Great sound....and love the size....so much better than my old 80s speakers.

Pros:	Attractive Design, Powerful, Easy To Connect, Great Sound Quality, Crisp Sound
Best Uses:	Basic Systems

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5.0

Excellent sound, well balanced, compact.

Reviewed by Hershey the Cat (Tech Savvy) from Encino, CA on Sep 17, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Small, powerful, yet not obtrusive in a room.....does not take away from your decor.

Best Uses:	Basic Systems, Smaller Rooms
Pros:	Easy To Connect, Unobtrusive in a room, Powerful, Great Sound Quality, Compact, Attractive Design
Cons:	No drawbacks

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5.0

Sound is just great

Reviewed by Marv (Tech Savvy, Practical) from Manhattan Beach CA on Jun 27, 2008

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Allows great sound with my iPod

Best Uses:	Basic Systems
Pros:	Easy To Connect, Great Sound Quality

0 of 1 customers found this review helpful.

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5.0

Old LP's sound great!

Reviewed by Bowz (Tech Savvy, Practical) from Connecticut on Mar 13, 2007

BOTTOM LINE Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

After ten years of working and traveling, I finally found time to purchase a new turntable,receiver and the Bose 201's for my near mint collection of jazz and blues LP's.Sounds great! I don't know what I was waiting for!

Best Uses:	Audiophiles, Audiophiles, Larger Rooms, Larger Rooms
Pros:	Easy To Connect, Compact, Attractive Design, Great Sound Quality, Powerful, Easy To Connect, Compact, Powerful, Great Sound Quality, Attractive Design
Cons:	None so far, None so far

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5.0

Bose's reputation is certainly justified

Reviewed by Sailor Bob (Tech Savvy, Practical) from NJ on Dec 19, 2006

The outstanding quality of the Bose speakers is complemented [...]!

Pros:	Attractive Design, Great Sound Quality, Powerful, Attractive Design, Compact, Easy To Connect, Great Sound Quality, Compact, Easy To Connect, Powerful
Best Uses:	Great atop a hutch, or an, Great atop a hutch, Great atop a hutch, Great atop a hutch, or an

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5.0

High quality, perfect for us!

Reviewed by Sherpa Suzy (Tech Savvy, Practical) from San Clemente, CA on Dec 04, 2006

Set these up with the Pioneer 301 disc CD player and our Pioneer receiver. Perfect compatibility.

Best Uses:	Basic Systems, Basic Systems, Smaller Rooms, Smaller Rooms
Pros:	Easy To Connect, Easy To Connect, Attractive Design, Attractive Design, Compact, Compact