Bose
Bose 901
The legendary Bose 901 speakers are defined by their unique design featuring nine full-range drivers that necessitate an included inline equalizer for optimal performance. This setup delivers a wide soundstage and excellent stereo imaging, particularly excelling with live music recordings. A major strength is the crossoverless architecture, which ensures unmistakable coherence and incredibly wide dispersion, making them superb for group listening or parties. While they offer powerful bass performance, they provide a smooth, musical experience that is easy to enjoy for extended periods without listener fatigue.
$1400.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
6488
/ 7127
#6488 in Speakers
Price vs Category Average
-4%
Below average
Driver Configuration
Nine full-range drivers
/ Nine full-range drivers
Who it's for
- Immersive Soundstage
- Cohesive Full-Range Sound
- Iconic Design and Legacy
Who should skip it
- Mandatory Proprietary Equalizer
- Highly Placement Dependent
- Non-Traditional Sound Signature
Key Specs
Driver Configuration
Nine full-range drivers
Requires inline equalizer (supplied)
Speaker Weight
35 pounds each
Frequency Response
Solid down to 50hz, energy at 40hz
Available with walnut finish and pedestal bases
Speaker Type
Bookshelf (when placed on pedestals)
Mounting Type
Freestanding
Model Number
901
Features
- Nine full-range drivers for expansive sound
- Crossoverless design for driver coherence
- Wide dispersion for room-filling audio
- Includes essential inline passive equalizer
- Powerful bass performance
- Highly musical and easy to listen to
- Excellent for group listening or parties
- Smooth sound without listener fatigue
What customers say
The Bose 901 generates strong reactions centered on its unique sound presentation. Dedicated users overwhelmingly celebrate the Direct/Reflecting technology for creating an incredibly expansive, immersive soundstage that truly mimics live music. The core strength is this sense of scale and depth, making the audio feel non-localized and highly engaging. While some traditional listeners critique the sound as colored or note the complexity of the required active equalizer, the system maintains a fiercely loyal following. Users value the sheer enjoyment and iconic experience derived from its dramatic sonic signature over conventional stereo accuracy.
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