Speakers: all-time worst

What is it about Bose speakers? Several times now in casual conversation with different colleagues the topic of audio has come up and when they find out I'm into high end audio, they proudly announce that they, too, are audiophiles-- they've "just bought one of those Bose systems with the dinky little speakers and gee, they sound great!" I haven't listened to the Bose Acoustimass system... what is it that makes it attractive to those wishing to "step up"... is it successful advertising that positions Bose as "better", or something about the sound (e.g., a forward, presentation coupled with a boomy subwoofer to give a superficially appealing sound?) Steve

Steve--Yes and yes.

Try selling hifi for a living, and the Bose bug will catch you. When asked what I do for a, living I answer: "I sell high end audio". Their reply: "Do you sell Bose?" (often pronounced: "Bossee"). Really gets old.

Gino- What were the results of the guy comparing his Bose radio to your Avalons??? ............................................ .................. Re: Speakers: all-time worst Hey guys-- Not only did Bose speakers suck, they didn't suck very well. Add the Bose Super Radio--or whatever name the thing is currently marketed under--for nearly $400 (you've all seen the ads). It's hyped as sound Nirvana. I've heard one an acquaintance was comparing to my Avalon Arcuses. P.T. was right. By Gino on 04-24-00

I dont know why you are all beating up on Bose. I heard the Acoustimass system last week at a well known chain electronics retailer and was stunned!!! Their purity of tone and bloomy sound stage really was quite special. The presentation was open,airy and detailed without even the mearest hint of the grain or boxiness associated with lesser speakers. Highly recommended and dare I say a contender for class A (Restricted LF)...... OK only joking. These speakers are complete and utter crap! And they ain't cheap!