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(More customer reviews)I have recently purchased the Bose Companion 3 2.1 speakers, and after listening to them cranked up on some rock music yesterday, I was disappointed. It brought to mind what many folks have been saying about these suckers. I want to voice the cons first however...
I must have read 20 reviews before I bought them, and have read 30 or so since after listening to them. It is absoulutely true that the speakers sound tinny when playing loud, powerful music up close. I am sticking to jazz and easy music while at my computer because of this limitation. However, if you step a few feet away though regardless of what you're listening to, you will notice your room completely filled with well-imaged sound. Also you have to place the satellites as far apart as possible (like any other Bose speaker--they're designed that way, duh) The midrange can be non-existant, but for the price what do you expect? The connectors on the satellites need work, because they are not designed well, but you shouldn't be rough-housing around your computer anyway, so whatever...
Over time the disjunct between the sub and the tinny satellites can and will get tiring especially at loud volumes up close, but that can be EQ'd out (even a month later--to this day, I'm constantly playing with the EQ!). The sub is the most pleasant surprise for the clarity of it's output and accuracy; it is truly impressive. I didn't think I'd get this much deep, true bass. The 'puck' volume control wheel is awesome, one tap and it mutes, plus you can put the volume exactly where you want it. For the overall size of the components, the clarity is impressive and they crank!!!
Do not believe any reviews from these idiots that tell you that these speakers are absolute garbage. Anybody who is only willing to devote a mere 250.00 to ANY speakers, and calls themselves a true audiophile is insane, so don't bother listening to them. I have to say this, for what I paid for them right out of the box, I couldn't be happier, overall. For a home speaker system for any one who is serious about 'audiophility' (I made that up), they should be willing to come out of pocket for around a 1000.00, period. Bottom line is you get what you pay for. The fact that I paid less 185.00 for my Bose Companion 3 2.1 right out of the box (no they weren't stolen--employee discount) only sweetens the deal for me, but when I think about what I've paid for high-end bookshelves, even the 250.00 seems paltry for what you get. Incidentally, I'm not a Bose guy, I like JBL's and Canton audio speakers. However, these Bose are impressive so please don't believe these 'cheapos' who want 3,000.00 worth of sound for 250.00--it'd be nice, but it just ain't gonna happen. Overall your getting you money's worth with these, and then some. This is the first review I've ever written, and I'm a fairly literate guy, but I felt compelled to clear the air on this. Please take this for what it's worth and shell out your 250.00 for these (or less with a hook-up), because they are a worthy, and truly impressive upgrade.
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