The bose 301 series iv speaker is a replacement for the 301 series iii and 4. The tweeter array is the same as my bose 301 series ii, crossover is a little different. The internal wiring appears to be 24awg solid core, and the crossover consists of a single capacitor. Bose 301 series v directreflecting speaker system, pair.
The 301 system employs the bose dual frequency crossover network. I ended up keeping my bose 301 s from 1984 as front leftright and my super cheap, tiny radio shacks as rear leftright. The bose 301 series v directreflecting speakers are designed to work with a variety of stereo receivers and amplifiers as either front or rear channel speakers. There is what appears to be about 45oz of stuffing, actually fairly high quality material. Speakers advice needed bose 501 series iv audioholics. Bose 301 series iv directreflecting speakers are covered by a limited 5year transferable warranty. The bose 301 bookshelf speakers utilize one frontfiring eightinch woofer, one frontfiring twoinch tweeter and one rearfiring twoinch tweeter. I have had these speakers for years, but for the past 45 years i have basically just been using them as my rear speakers in my family room surround setup. However, at half that amount, theyre probably a pretty good deal. The sound they produce is very clear,realistic and engaging. Demonstration of the bose 901 series iv 4 speakers with equalizer duration. Ill get another used pair of iv s before i get the v, or just give up and go for a 2. Some type of resistive element in the crossover not sure if it is a protection device or what.
Im currently using bose acoustimass 10 series 3 and according to the manual it specifies that the speakers should be set to large, using a crossover point 80hz. Oct 26, 2011 bose speakers are well know to have a poor midrange. My first listen to bose was a set of 901s at a pacific stereo in about 74 give or take. Please fill out the information section on your card, detach, and mail to bose. Details of the coverage are provided on the warranty card that came with your speakers. These versatile bookshelf speakers are small enough to fit comfortably on a shelf or in an entertainment center, yet use advanced bose technologies to convey much of the power of a live performance. Ive been looking for a new pair of bookshelves with at least 8 of woofer for around 300, and all i can find is the bose 301 v, which im not too interested in. The bose 301 and an onkyo 602 is a completely different sound. Bose 301 series v directreflecting speaker system black.
The open, spacious performance of these speakers makes them an ideal choice for home theater, or for listening to cds, tapes, or radio broadcasts. Had the bose 301 series iv since 2001 and just need to upgrade to the series v and fit in the hidden speaker shelf. May 02, 2014 demonstration of the bose 901 series iv 4 speakers with equalizer duration. The bose 301s come with an electrolytic cap, which usually last about 7 years before you notice a side by side difference between the same speaker with new caps. Bose 301 series 1 bass reflex speakers loudspeakers 1975. Recently, one of a pair began to produce distorted sound. Thats because some of you convinced me to spend my money on a great subwoofer and a center channel rather than replacing everything with decent stuff. Is it possible to repair a 29yearold bose 501 speaker.
Crossover and speaker settings in relation to bass. Rated 5 out of 5 by steiner71 from great and lasting product i bought the 301 speakers decades ago and they are still working perfectly. Warranty period bose 201 and 301 series v directre. That being said, a trip to the bose store was enough to convince me. I have removed the drivers in the bose 301 for inspection and was not shocked. If, for instance, your crossover is set at 80hz, setting your speakers to small will send all frequencies above 80hz to your speakers and all frequencies below 80hz to your subwoofer.
This research shows that most of the sound you hear at a. The 301 series iv is designed for use with standard amplifiers, receivers and other related home audio components. The result is a clear definition of each instrument and voice. The sound is the best iv ever heard and would recommend these speakers to any one. The open, spacious performance of these speakers also makes them an ideal choice for home theater, or for listening to cds, tapes, or radio broadcasts figure 5. Bose work solutions bring the simplicity and clarity of bose to conferencing. I have found some replacements that might or might not work so i thought what the heck and just put in some nicer woofers and a silk dome tweeter.
The average audiophile will tell you that bose gear sounds like two cats fighting in a sheet metal factory and is the leading cause of testicular cancer. I currently have these speakers in my home audio set up and even though i am an engineer, i dont use these in my home studio i strictly use them for listening purposes and i would recommend that you do the same if you have these. Bose 301 series 4 are among the best speakers this price bracket and can easily compete with much costlier products. Bose 301 series 1 restoration garbage picked and restored. Bose 301 series 1 crossover, 2 way simply speakers. Apr 23, 2009 the bose 301 bookshelf speakers utilize one frontfiring eightinch woofer, one frontfiring twoinch tweeter and one rearfiring twoinch tweeter. I was hoping to find a receiver in the bose product lineup but cannot find any. Highly versatile bose 301 speakers work with your stereo or home cinema components. Those particular speakers are often listed as among the best bose ever made. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we encourage you to read. The bose 301 series iv are a set of high quality home stereo speakers. Bose 301 series v black overview and full product specs on cnet. Im planning on repurposing them for my turntable in. Figure 5 301 series iv directreflecting speaker sound path.
I found them fairly lifeless, especially the center channel. And speakers have paper cones a sure sign of low quality speakers. I have found some replacements that might or might not work so i thought what the heck and. Prior to buying a pair of 301 s i did a lot of searching for tower. Jun 18, 2009 im currently using bose acoustimass 10 series 3 and according to the manual it specifies that the speakers should be set to large, using a crossover point 80hz. The average consumer considers bose to be the finest audio gear money can buy.
That and a brief viewing of one of the hsn channels, featuring bose products and a host people who have never shopped for audio outside a big box store. Bose 301 love em or hate em bose has made one of the most significant. Your network may require a mac address when you add your bose device. From allinone innovations for huddle spaces, to desktop and mobile conferencing products, to fully integrated systems for meeting rooms, bose work solutions help everyone hear more, see more, understand more and work better. Bose crossover, 2 way, bose 301 series 1 speaker, sold out. The 301 vs are equally suited for listening to music or for combining with other. Bose speakers are well know to have a poor midrange. Recently 2 or more voice coils finally have given up and sound pretty shredded. Their integrated system of advanced bose technologies delivers superior sound reproduction from a bookshelf design. My first dolby digital experience as it turned out, was less than satisfactory due in large part to my negative experience with these speakers. View online or download bose 301 series v user manual, owners manual. You should see a volume slider and at the bottom is a button marked configure speakers.
From the manufacturer slingbox turns your pc, mac, tablet or smartphone into a tv. The crossover provides a smooth transition from low to high frequencies by sending sound to all the drivers over nearly a full octave. Curious if anyone has run some bose 301 series iv speakers on their vinyl setup. Bose 301 directreflecting speaker system by continuing to use this site, you accept our use of cookies and other online technology to send you targeted advertisements, for social media, for data analytics and to better understand your use of our website. They are overpriced, mediocre performers intended for gullible folk who dont know any better. It will help you set up and use your speakers properly, for the. This is one of the biggest strengths of this speaker for me is that it delivers an excellent all round performance and has. Now a crossover is not like a brickwall, more of a gentle slope, so your speakers and subwoofer will share the duties for the range right around 80hz. Bose 301 series v directreflecting bookshelf stereo speakers bring clear, spacious sound to your music and movies. Thought the bulbs were cool instead of a circuit breaker or fuse. Amazons choice recommends highly rated, wellpriced products available to ship immediately. Some bose haters said already that this is the worst deal they have made, but other guys talk wonders about this new generation 301 speakers. The tweeters xovers are staggered, the front tweeter crossover is placed at a. Bose 301 series iv speakers wired series specs cnet.
It is a passive, twopiece mirror image stereo pair home loudspeaker in a bookshelf configuration. Overall i am satisfied with the bose 301 and do not regret the purchase. Bosea 301a directreflectinga stereo speakers convey the power of a live. Bose 301 series iv speakers wired series sign in to comment. We delete comments that violate our policy, which we. Loa bose 301 series iii va amly jarguar pa203n duration. Acoustimass 3 series iv speaker system black speaker stands, speaker system. A bose technician indicates that replacement parts are no longer made for the 501s. I had garbage picked a pair of bose 301 series 1 originals from. Some networks utilize a security feature called mac filtering, which restricts network access to devices whose mac addresses are included in what is commonly referred to as a white list. Feb 17, 2009 there is a big difference between bose s satsub systems and their fullsize speakers.
An advanced crossover design adds to the realism and clear definition of both musical instruments and voices. Your 301 series iv speakers are significantly different from conventional speakers, so be sure to read this owners guide. Bose 201 and 301 series v directreflecting speakers. Bose 301 series v bookshelf speakers graphite grey. This literally is reverse of whats been said in the crossover artical above.
Jan 31, 2006 i recently parted ways with a bose system, 301 series iv, vcs10 center channel and 141 rears. Additionally, the system incorporates slotport technology which reduces port noise and. Unfollow bose 301 iv to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. I was thinking of buying a pair of these bose 301 v speakers, due to a prior experience with a bose 301 ii, they sounded and still sound awesone to me.
There is a big difference between boses satsub systems and their fullsize speakers. Bose corporation will make every effort to correct any problem within the terms of your warranty. My non bose receiver which is younger than the speakers is now intermittently cutting out so i now consider replacing the receiver. The design of the 301 series il system is based on more than 25 years of bose research into the psychoacoustics of reproduced music. Ill get another used pair of ivs before i get the v, or just give up and go for a 2. Bose 301 rebuild the reason this has come about is because one of my woofers is blown. In a live performance, music reaches your ears, and your emotions, through a blend of direct and reflected sound. Bose 301 rebuild techtalk speaker building, audio, video. To obtain information or service directly from bose, see the list of telephone numbers included with your speakers.
I know there are a lot of bose bashers in here so this is a loaded question. Original crossover from bose 301 series v directreflect ing speaker system. Bose 301 series iv direct reflecting speakers are designed to work with a variety of stereo receivers and amplifiers. I recently parted ways with a bose system, 301 series iv, vcs10 center channel and 141 rears.
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