Bose Acoustimass 16 Series II (black)

Description: The Bose Acoustimass 16 is a six speaker, compact surround sound system.Compared to other compact speaker systems on the market, it is expensive at around $1,300.

Pros: Going with a speaker system (rather than mixing and matching components) takes the guesswork out of making sure you have voice-matched speakers.Matched speakers in a surround sound speaker system will result in a more seamless, convincing, and enveloping sound experience.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: A compact speaker system, suited for home theater.

Value: Overall, this speaker system's features are as expected for this price.

Suggestions: (1) Visit CNET's surround sound speaker guide for more information about buying packaged systems.(2) Learn more about home theater speakers at CNET's surround sound buying guide.

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• Manufacturer: Bose Corp.
• Part Number: 40366

• General

• Product Type 6.1-channel Home theater speaker system
• Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details Satellite speaker : 3.1 in x 4 in x 6.2 in / 2.4 lbs, Subwoofer : 8.1 in x 29.1 in x 16.3 in / 45.2 lbs
• Enclosure Color Black

• Speaker System

• System Components Subwoofer, 6 speakers
• Speaker Type Active subwoofer, passive satellites
• Input Impedance 4/8 Ohm
• Recommended Amplifier Power 10 - 200 Watt
• Output Features Direct/Reflecting
• Magnetic Shield Yes
• Audio Amplifier Integrated
• Connectivity Technology Wired
• Controls Bass, Subwoofer volume control
• Additional Features Satellite magnetic shield, Overload protection circuitry

• Speaker System Details

• Speakers Included 6 x Satellite speaker - 4/8 Ohm - Wired, 1 x Subwoofer - Wired
• Driver Details Satellite speaker : 2 x Full-range driver - 2.5 in
• Driver Details Subwoofer : 3 x Subwoofer driver - 5.25"

• Miscellaneous

• Cables Included 3 x Speaker cable - 20 ft, 3 x Speaker cable - 50 ft, 1 x Audio cable - 20 ft
• AV Furniture None

• Power

• Power Device Power supply - Internal
• Power AC 120 V
• Power Consumption Operational 400 Watt

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  Bose Acoustimass 16 Series II (black)

  Price: $1,198.00 - $1,299.00

  Manufacturer: Bose Corp.

  Specs: home theater speaker system, Black, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 4/8 Ohm

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  Bose Acoustimass 16 Series II (silver)

  Price: $1,299.00 - $1,299.95

  Manufacturer: Bose Corp.

  Specs: home theater speaker system, Silver, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 4/8 Ohm

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  Bose Acoustimass 16 Series II (white)

  Price: $1,299.00 - $1,299.95

  Manufacturer: Bose Corp.

  Specs: home theater speaker system, White, Active subwoofer, passive satellites, 4/8 Ohm

Bose Corp.

Manufacturer profile

• Website: http://www.bose.com/
• Address: The Mountain, Framingham, MA. 01701
• Phone: 1-800-999-2673