Bose SoundDock User reviews

By Brian Haverty on 14/02/2005

More Bose reviews , RRP: AU$499.00

The good:

  • Impressive sound compared to other portable systems
  • Charges iPod while docked
  • Rich bass Remote control included

The bad:

  • Only works with third- and fourth-generation iPods (and iPod minis)
  • Expensive for a set of speakers
  • Power supply is rather large

The bottomline:

If you don't mind the high price, the SoundDock will turn your iPod into a party stereo system where anybody can play DJ.

Editors' rating:

9/10

Users' rating:

8.3/10

lgiegerich
18/10/2008, 05:09 PM

rating
1
/10

Just stopped working, ripped it apart trying to locate the problem, now its ruined. Thanks Bose!

Pros: none

Cons: Stops working what crap

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Savannah
05/10/2008, 04:01 PM

rating
8
/10

Can I hook this up to my Mac & use them as computer speakers? I like sdmc's comment about the strength of sound :)

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mick301
31/05/2008, 01:37 PM

rating
10
/10

I purchased an ipod classic 80gb (as a result of a friend leaving her nano for me to play with) The thought of cleaning away CD's, some not even in their cases, or incorrect case, the dust collected, made me think. 80gb, 2000 songs, why do I need these CD's in my living space. Put them on an ipod...buy a good set of ear phones (which I did..Sennheiser..not the best, but good sound per $$) Hmmm...then I looked at my ageing component stereo system and the space it consummed, thats where the Bose sound dock came in. Expensive / yes..versitlie / no... sound / excellent...happy / very. Fooled by it's size...don't be. Take it home and try it. Don't be confused by people saying it dosn't have this and that...it's made as an excellent sound experience for other people to enjoy your new found music storing and playing format. Cars don't fly or sail on water (yet). They are sold as a car This product is designed purley to be a speaker docking station. If you want to compromise, buy that 3 in 1 with all those outputs to show your pics on the TV. If you want quality, buy a product devoted to doing 1 thing..properly. No I don't work for or own other Bose products.

Pros: Mostly everything so far. Remote is basic and user friendly unlike others. Looks excellent in any surrounding.

Cons: people complaing the power pack takes up too much room...honestly, look beyond your nose. Price..Bose shops will part with 1 in black 0r white (I chose black) for $399... (RRP is stil $459)

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Del
27/05/2008, 05:52 PM

rating
9
/10

How long does the battery last once it is fully charged?

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aaecolle
15/04/2008, 03:30 PM

rating
3
/10

great sound, but terrrrrrible quality :(

Pros: it charges my ipod while it plays my music, and it sounds amazing for such a little system.

Cons: it will stop playing songs randomly and turn off my ipod because it's not "fully charged", and the cord shorted out after having it for only a month and a half. sometimes the remote is unresponsive, too. i was really excited when i got my Bose Soundock for my birthday, but now it's just back in it's box in the closet, and it's so sad!

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bossed
30/07/2007, 12:00 PM

rating
4
/10

Great sound, poor quality

Pros: Sound is excellent

Cons: Has stopped working twice in 5 months
Outrageous price

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antoinep
02/06/2007, 02:00 PM

rating
9
/10

What a great sound from such a small package!

Pros: Great sound; compact form factor; lovely design.

Cons: THe large brick power supply. Could benefit from a small clock display.

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Josef
25/03/2007, 08:26 PM

rating
9
/10

I bought a Bose SoundDock a few weeks ago and i love it!

Pros: Very clear and crisp sound, good bass for such a small unit and yes, it is very portable... i am very impressed and did not mind the price after i started using it... i had a big smile on my face!

Cons: Pricey but very well worth the money... if you want to make the most of your iPod then i would recommend shelling out the extra cash... only gripe is that the remote volume seems a bit sticky.

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Dadicool
05/11/2005, 09:24 AM

Bose is excellent

To the dummy who thinks you can buy quality like this on Apple.com for $300 he better get his US dollars out and pay the airfreight too!!!

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11/06/2005, 05:26 PM

buy thisss

cheaper at bose store pay in cash

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