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Bose Solo 5, an affordable soundbar for simple use

A long time ago we shared the news that the Bose Solo 5 It was already available for purchase, however, we still did not have the product in our hands, therefore, we could not tell you how it was working and if it was really worth it. Therefore, we return today to make mention of this team, since we have tested it and we have a review to offer you, to comment on what we found in frequent use and to deliberate for what type of televisions could work, so, we recommend you stay with us and discover both the good and bad that the Bose Solo5 that we must accept has been quite successfulHowever, there are some details that make us wonder if we really should pay for this soundbar.

Technical characteristics

specs
Make model Bose Solo 5 – Bose Solo5
Format Sound bar
Channels 2.0
Drivers Two mid and high frequency speakers
Subwoofer Type Not include
Amplification Digital
Decoding Dolby
Connections
  • Optical digital audio
  • Coaxial cable
  • 3.5mm Auxiliary
wireless networks Bluetooth
Size 8.6 x 7 x 54.8 cm
Weight 1.6 kg
Available colours Black
accessories
  • Universal remote control
  • Power cord
  • Power supply
  • Digital Optical Audio Cable

Bose Solo5 exterior design

A compact design that can be adapted to any space

One of the most striking things about this product is its compact size that it presents, which we think is an excellent, since most of these teams focus on a larger spaceTherefore, they leave this issue aside a bit. Surely in the photos that we place it is thought that the size is normal, but once you have it in your possession you will notice that in reality the term compact and portable stands out too much. And it is no wonder it is a bar with the following dimensions 8.6 x 7 x 54.8 cm, and a weight of just 1.69 kg.

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Therefore, it is a fairly light soundbar that we can move it easily, in addition, This allows us to accommodate it in the place we want without worrying about anything else. Unlike other models, this one stands out for how humble and discreet it looks, now that it is small it does not mean that it is of very poor quality, on the contrary, we are given very good materials, with a fairly hard plastic that has good finishes that give it an elegant look. Its casing has a matte finish that we find quite attractive.

The front part is well protected by a grille that also covers the internal speakers, here the only detail that could have been omitted is the company logo that breaks the completely black appearance of the bar. By last, on the back are the different connectors that we can use for a deeper use of the equipmentundoubtedly the brand Bose set out to present an interesting design, despite being a somewhat simple product.

Connectivity

Here you have the essential connections to make it work on virtually any television. The physical connectors that we have at our disposal are a 3.5mm auxiliary port, one coaxial audio input and finally the most important a digital optical audio input. As if that were not enough, the bar is capable of detecting which input is being used between the coaxial and the optics, to be able to automatically extract the sound. However, the most pleasant detail is that we have a connection via BluetoothTherefore, it can be used with televisions, smartphones or tablets, yes, you should know that with a television the quality will be much worse and it may not convince you, therefore, it is best to use it through the optical cable. This is due to the poor data understanding of Bluetooth.

Sound quality and other features of the Bose Solo 5

Bose Solo 5 sound

Simple audio quality that could be sufficient for basic use

He Bose Solo 5 It is a 2.0 bar that inside has two speakers for left and right channels, sadly does not include a subwoofer, neither external nor internal, and neither has the possibility to add any. What we can do is that it has a small bass port at the rear. On the other hand, the transducers have a particular arrangement, this could affect a little, since they are usually located at the ends. The specifications do not provide any data on the actual power of the speakerHowever, given our experience and in comparison with other systems, we can define that a force is included around the 30W.

As we mentioned from the beginning this sound bar has a great popularity, however, its operation and quality has become a bit controversialas many users agree that it has a very narrow soundstage. We should also highlight that the separation between channels is very small due to the fact that both speakers are close together, therefore, there is hardly any sense of directionality in the sound. Another problem we find is that we only have two transducers, one per channel.

In general terms we find a very flat sound in the reproduction of movies, therefore, a lack of dynamism can quickly become apparent, of clarity and of punch, especially if it occurs to us to compare with the quality that other even cheaper sound bars present us. We’re not saying the Bose Solo5 sounds as bad as it sounds., but it clearly lags behind other models. Without a doubt, the most notorious problem is the lack of bass, especially in scenes with a lot of action.

Use experience

Once you know what the Bose Solo 5We can say that it is not as powerful or good a soundbar as one might expect. It has the advantage of having a compact and lightweight design that gives it elegance and a better placement in any space. But in our opinion it is not the best option to view movies, series or video gameIn fact, it seems to us that its true use can be given in the reproduction of music, since it provides an adequate level of clarity in this aspect, however, the problem of poor separation between channels is still latent and weighs down what could be a good music player.

Obviously we must consider that it is a simple product that can get us out of trouble if we do not want to spend too much money, however, considering its price and its qualities there are other models in that range that offer power that really packs a punch to what we are visualizing. By this time its value has dropped, however, we still find better offers, for example, the sound bar Samsung HW-T420 that presents immersive audio at a fairly comfortable price. In any case, the final decision is yours and you must pay attention to what suits you.

Availability and pricing of the Bose Solo 5

Bose Solo 5: Pros and Cons

PROS:
  • Sleek and compact design
  • Its installation is really easy
  • Your remote control is universal
CONS:
  • Low sound for movies and music
  • Lacks bass
  • Very narrow sound scene
  • A bit expensive

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