Cheers vassy :smile:

Did it smell?

Nice piece of kit, good find vassy, heat added :smiley:

Good deal

This or the sonos play 1??

Yes, my question too :smile:

Brill, I was watching one on eBay. A few hours to go, it's £144 plus £8:90 postage.
I'm glad I didn't bid.

Beautiful piece of kit. Only downside is you can't add more than one ... unlike sonos

Nice piece of kit, good find vassy, heat added :smiley:

Cheers vassy :smile:

You're welcome and have a super Sunday :smile:

Thanks Maccy. You too enjoy your day :smiley:

Excellent deal

Thanks op, purchased this yesterday from jl so put a price match in.

Only bose product that's worth buying. Nothing in this category touches it on sound and size. The rest of their stuff is over priced nonsense.

Heat!

Nice piece of kit

1.5% tcb too

Really rate these, Only one down point is can't link more than one, if I could I would have a few of these for the house.

During summer had this out in garden, had it in loft when working up there, in bathroom and in kitchen.

I purchased this for £150 2 days ago from Currys. Don't you just hate it when this happens ?! :disappointed:

What comparison site is that you're using?

They price matched a fridge using a voucher recently, and said the same via a call to customer services so should be fine.

Thank you OP.

Just purchased for the OH for Christmas :smiley:

pricespy

What website is that?

Edit - just saw your above comment

I can't really work out whatts the big deal about these small speakers.
I know Bose is an excellent brand.
I could buy a "very good" amp with 5 speakers for 3-400. that must sound a lot better.

Another good find vassy, nice one. :smiley:

Heat

Shame it's so ugly. The Sonos is a really nice design.

Had one a while now, great for the summer holidays or out in the garden, really nice quality sound.

So hang on, this is Bluetooth only, no WiFi?
If that is the case, then surely the Sonos Play 1 would be the right choice?

I just got the Sonos Play 1 and I can't fault it at all. Amazing bit of kit and perfect for me as I stream my music from my NAS.

​This is a portable speaker not a network speaker

​Listen to one and you will see. I have always avoided bose stuff because it's over priced stylised nonsense. For hifi a decent set of floor standers and a good second hand amp will put bose to shame for a fraction of the price. However when I listened to how good this tiny speaker sounded I realised there is nothing that comes close to it for big speaker sound In a truly portable speaker. I've had both versions of this since it was released and have never regretted it. Brilliant for camping, travelling in hotels etc

I agree. For 40 grand you can buy a 'very good' Mercedes E-class that has a great sound system plus you can drive to work in it

exactly..you can live in it too...no rent either

Bought one, thanks

Is this ok to use with a tv? Or am I better off buying a something more specific to boosting tv sound? It's a pretty small room so dosnt need to be something spectacular

great speaker

It's a great speaker but you'd probably be better off with a soundbar for a tv which potentially could be a lot cheaper.

I was the same as you but was amazed at the quality of sound this speaker produced.

This isn't quite as cut and dry anymore.... Check out the Jam Heavy Metal. (Named as built from metal) not quite as refined but better bass and for non-classical music a deeper sound. We just switched our sound link mini for one and is only £60 new. Curry's has them so can be compared.

All comes down to personal preference, spend couple of hundred on a speaker system that comes with issues regarding portability/installation etc, BUT excellent sound quality.

As opposed to a small, rechargeable, bluetooth speaker with good sound quality that costs a fraction of the above.

Undoubtedly the speaker system would be superior, both have plus points.

fab x

Well spotted vassy, heat added.

I have this speaker .... sound is amazing, I connect it to my iphone for music and my iPad Pro to watch movies with perfect sound. Great price ... heat added.

Thanks pal

Thanks Jeffe :smiley:

This :wink:

This is a good speaker if you want a really good balance and soundstage in a minimal unit, it won't rock the room, neither do the Sonos 1 in my opinion and I have 2 of them.

I use the Bose in a small study room (converted dining room) and it's perfect for that, I also take it with me on my travels. The sound is excellent for such a small unit.

The Sonos 1's I have in my kitchen, great when we have people around for dinner/drinks, like the Bose, imo they don't rock the room but go loud enough without losing quality and presence.

I also have 2 Wharfedale 9.1 +lepy amp+chromecast in another room, this little lot cost me £120 all in and completely blows away both the Sonos and Bose which cost £320 and £150 respectively.

Just my experience

This is a good deal overall. I haven't heard the Jam one but this has the biggest sound than anything else I have heard. Of course you can be picky, the bass is way overblown for my tastes but all things considered this is a quality product.

Love mine! I won mine from a Competition Mercedes AMG F1 were holding on Facebook in collaboration with Bose. It's a quality bit of kit and would happily pay this price for one if I was in the market for one! The Limited Edition Ver looks very nice too.

Yes potentially it could. but it isn't in a single box thats totally portable with a good battery life and nice sounding. besides your budget is 2-3 times this price. So its apples and oranges.
Bought mine 5 mnths ago and it was just a bit more than this:(.
So heat from me.

I looked at this and played Fleetwood Mac Big Love live, I also tried the B & O A2, whilst the B&O is twice the price it was so much better I bought it. BTW the B&O does drop to £150 occasionally so it may be worth waiting.

But means you can't have sound all round the house ... sound quality is amazing though

What is its uses exactly, a portable speaker to play music from a phone?

Thanks :smile:

Sonos has better connectivity but this has better sound quality. To me sound quality is the key factor when buying a speaker so I would pick this

Yes

I've got a £1K setup with large tannoy floor standers and arcam amp, so I know what sounds good.

This little thing packs serious punch. It's typical Bose sound (which is good to 98% of people's ears) and goes louder than something so small should be able to.

If you actually need it, it's a decent price. It one of those things that doesn't integrate as well as sonos so could end up being unused.

Bose the Apple of the audio world.

meh i remember these being £99 in costco

Good deal! Heat added OP!!

I'm not sure about it not rocking the house because my neighbour lodged a complaint about mine. It does look nice on the counter unused though.

Thanks Pal..

That was the original version, not the updated version. I'm not sure of the differences.

I've got both.
A pair of Sonos Play 1 for sound quality. The Bose mini for convenience.
The sound from the Bose is astonishing for the size but to actually listen to music I use the Sonos.
The Bose is very simple to pair via Bluetooth with your phone etc while the Sonos can play up a bit if it doesn't like your wifi coverage. I use the Bose in the garden, garage - where ever I'm working. The Sonos have to be plugged into the mains.
There are pros and cons for each.

​What site /app is that? :smiley:

anyone able to comment on this vs JBL Extreme?

​Sorry, you answered above :wink:

Sonos every day

How do these compare to the Aether Cone for sound quality? Presumably loads better?

Are these still made in Mexico (which is good) or China? Also would you say this or the JBL Charge 3?

Depends if you want Wifi or Bluetooth?

Good deal

Sonos are humidity resistant. Can this be used in the bathroom? Would rather moisture not destroy the item in a few months lol need this for its Bluetooth capability or I'd have gone for the sonos 1

xd 15 off and 1000+?? haha...... is it have Multi-room listening ??

This sounds and looks better

Sooo overrated. I bought one last year and tested it side by side with a MEGABOOM and i was disappointed with the nose so it went back to Argos.

I dont agree at all. The Sonus Play 1 sounds way better than the Soundlink - much better clarity and definition. BUT this Bose is much more portable.

In my view, they are not compatible products - with excel at what they - Sonos for audio quality in reasonably fixed locations with power outlets. And improves when you have two in stereo. The Bose Soundlink for portability and is about as good as it gets in that category.
This is a great price.

Ordered a Carbon one, the Copper one is ugly as sin. I don't know how brown lettering on an all Black case passes as a limited edition!

Got mine! Thanks op!

Nice one Vassy. Superb deal for a quality product. Heat added.

Did it smell?

eBay! £147 plus 8:90 postage. Why would you.
Beggars belief

Maybe be because you have an opinion
And it's ****

the Riva S is a major step up actually, and similiar price : http://www.trustedreviews.com/riva-s-review

Problem with audio is it can be very personal choice but I find the Sonos lacking any mid or low end detail which the SoundLink does remarkably well for such a tiny unit. The Sonos is probably able to fill a room better but it just lacks detail.

£1k set up? sounds pretty low end to me. Mine cost £5k over 15 years ago...

If any one wants to check out a few side by side comparisons so they can hear for themselves, Oluv on youtube has done loads comprehensive reviews and sound checks. The Bose is getting on a bit these days and there are many newer speakers which are pushing things forward.

Here his side by side of the JBL Charge 3 vs Bose Soundlink III & Mini II
https://youtu.be/mQRhBbxKY4o

I've just upgraded to a Harmon Kardon go +play (2016 version) and the difference is huge compared to my old Sony (which was somewhat similar to the Bose). The Harmon Kardon is more expensive (I paid £190) and larger - but there are many more choices to suit budgets and requirements.

Many people will be happy with Bose but there are plenty of other options.

^The JBL Charge 3 is a similar sound quality to the Soundlink but it just doesn't have the same sort of refinement and appeal. Being fabric and plastic is fine for the beach but doesn't seem as classy. Bose might have a few questionable products but this one does actually deserve the praise.

For those wondering about Wi-Fi etc for the Soundlink you could just add a Chromecast audio and get the functionality that way.

Has anyone tried the Audiopro addon t3 ? .. I haven't had the chance to hear one yet ..

I have this one https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0109TWZ54/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Used side by side with a bose one, not much difference, except for the £100 gap

a lot of people at uni have this speaker and it has insane sound quality and bass for the size.
Its better than my old hifi.

Im seriously considering buying it. As my flat mate also uses it as a surround sound on his tv. Its just a shame its not around £100

Has anyone ever seen it cheaper then this?? also will john Lewis price match? As they sell accidental cover for £10 for 2 years.

Having just bought the Play 1's I really didn't need these so they're being delivered tomorrow..damn you!

It smelled of bullsh1t like most Bose products. Once you see through and smell through the over hyped and hyper marketed bullsh1t what you are left with is an expensive mid range product.

Meh
Anker Premium/Jam Heavy Metal/Vtin Royaler/Sumvision Psyc Monic (all based on the same insides, just tuned slightly differently.
Pretty much the same sound signature (some would argue alittle better) while costing £100 less
You are still paying for that BOSE name, no doubt its a nice looking unit and it sounds good but there is a very hefty price premium for the branding.

The only one from the list you mention that I have heard (and several different units) is the Anker and TBH, there is no comparison between it and the Bose. There is a lightyear of difference in sound quality and the Bose is well worth the extra £100.

Wow, How can I compare price like this mate?

haha you were fitted with some pound shop ears.

It's called Pricespy. App and website is available. Type the item you want to buy it gives you the price of it from most of the retailers.

Good find. Heat from me xxx

Thanks :smiley:

:smiley:

Having read all reviews and feedback here I would like to thank Bluebella for the info on the JBL charge 3 which for my money seems better value for sound, charges mobile and plays in water. I notice its available in both stockists for similar price to this deal but considering JBL refurbished model for £99. Anyone else considering this option?

Fantastic price, I know Costco in both Birmingham and Coventry have them for £137, which is the next best should this deal expire.

Anyone else getting "not available for delivery?"

You can if you stick a Chromecast on the back, running off a small power bank.

What site is that? It looks good

it's Pricespy

See post 112

You could have 3 flipping Flip 3 s for this. I love mine.

Bang average, too many Bose fanboys on here, UE BOOM 2 is miles better

Just bought two for kids for Xmas, if I ring customer services could I get credit back as I bought them yesterday?

£85 at Curry's and Amazon.

In store or online? If online, I would buy 2 more and return the ones you just bought

It isn't. This is terrific.

This.

Thoroughly impressed by this little speaker. Usually the price isn't justifiable for Bose kit, but this outclasses rivals.

Ffs ordered from Amazon for £150 the other day.

Nope. I'm usually the first to challenge Bose's worth, but can't argue with the Mini. It wins.

Can't seem to add the 10% voucher code if you reserve for store pickup. :disappointed:

Return it and buy tonight with 10% off

It is reserve and collect with in store prices, the code does not work. It is free delivery anyway

Bonesy

I have just purchased the Black one for discounted price of £134.99. There are two other colours to choose from! Not just the black & copper. Black one is available for home delivery and AUDIO10 discount code works at checkout.

Alternatively, it does say on the discount code Info that you can request the discount in store should you choose to reserve & collect. I would take a picture of it on your phone just in case they try to say no to you in store!

"Discount Code - Save 10% off the marked price on on all speakers, headphones and soundbars. Enter code AUDIO10 at checkout. Offer also available in store. For reserve & collect please ask in store for the discount to be applied at payment. Not available in conjunction with any other offer. Offer ends 11/12/2016"

I bought this when it first came out and absolutely love it. We have recently returned from a 3 week holiday in the states and took it with us. Even on a beach the sound quality is just the best. It was so well used - this little machine has been on tons of holidays plus every summer lives in the garden with us too. The sound quality is amazing - its incredible! I was up clearing the loft yesterday and it helped me through that task!! Buy with confidence - this price is great

And so are TDK A33s, for half the price. Too many people buying into the Bose marketing rubbish. 10% cheaper than other retailers still makes it a deal if your heart is set on one though!

Interesting ... hopefully with version iii this might be standard

Can anyone give me advice for this or a UE MegaBoom?

It definitely has that coloured Bose sound which is kind of love it/hate it. I personally think that it's somewhat mushy and quiet for the price - I prefer the speakers with a bit more punch and clarity.

That's a compliment..

Yeh, holding for something portable with Cast built in. Cambridge Audio Yoyo stuff looks interesting.
The Yoyo kit along with older models have USB charging... prefect to power a Chromecast without being a huge faff.

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