Bose Wave Music System - Titanium Silver

by Bose

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 4.2 x 14.5 inches ; 8.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 13 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B001BNFJLA
• Item model number: WMSTS
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,322 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
  • #10 in Electronics > Home Audio & Theater > Compact Stereos
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 22, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Bose - Better Sound Through Research

Dedication to research and excellence. It's been the Bose approach to better sound since Dr. Amar G. Bose founded the company in 1964. Since those early days, Bose engineers have kept their focus on creating better technology. You'll find that focus exemplified in the Wave music system, with advances that ensure premium performance and convenience.

The acclaimed Wave music system still sets the standard for quality audio and ease of use among one-piece, table top stereos. Its award-winning design adds a touch of distinction to almost any room. No wonder so many people use it as their main home entertainment system.

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Sleek, elegant design feels at home in any room. Shown in Titanium Silver This easy-to-use infrared remote lets you operate your Wave music system from anywhere in the room

Hearty Sound from a Compact System

Bose Technology at Work

Unique Bose innovations account for this compact system's hearty sound. Proprietary waveguide speaker technology combines with other Bose audio refinements to deliver performance well beyond the speakers' size.

Simplicity by Design

The Wave music system was engineered for easy enjoyment right out of the box. No setup required: just plug it in and you're ready to go. The FM/AM radio and CD player are built in. There's an auxiliary input for your MP3 or other portable player, and a headphone jack for keeping the music to yourself.

The system's sleek appearance is uninterrupted by buttons, with all controls on a handy, slim remote. The large display panel is brightly lit and easy to read, prominently displaying the artist, title and album names of your MP3 CDs.

Two waveguides are precisely tuned to reproduce lifelike sound from a small enclosure

Waveguide Speaker Technology

Two 26-inch folded waveguides are precisely tuned to amplify the output from the transducers (speakers) to reproduce lifelike sound from a small enclosure.

Wave Music System Highlights

Proprietary waveguide speaker technology enables full-bodied sound, especially in lower registers, for more natural-sounding bass and percussion instruments.

Slim infrared remote control lets you conveniently control system functions from just about anywhere in the room.

Slot-loaded CD player easily loads CDs or MP3 CDs. The front-loading design permits more placement options than traditional bookshelf stereos.

Large visual display with adjustable brightness and automatic nighttime dimming enhances viewing of clock radio display, as well as indicates audio source and shows track, title and artist on suitably encoded MP3 CDs.

Digital FM/AM tuner with seek function provides easy access to your favorite radio programs with built-in FM/AM antennas, including memory settings for six FM and six AM stations.

Automatic ramping creates a more pleasant listening experience. Volume starts low and gently increases when the unit is turned on or alarm clock is activated.

Shielded speakers prevent TV and computer picture interference for more placement flexibility.

Headphone jack enables private listening.

Auxiliary input jack lets you enjoy your TV, computer or another audio source through your Wave system.

Bose link easily connects your Wave system to a compatible Lifestyle system for an expanded home entertainment network.

What's in the Box

• Wave music system
• AC power cord
• Remote control
• Demonstration CD

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Wave Music System Accessories

	Wave Connect Kit for iPod--Just what you need to play your iPod through a Wave music system. Connect kit is compatible with most iPod models and includes a docking station that charges your iPod and a custom remote that controls both iPod and Wave system.
	Wave Music System Multi-CD Changer--Enjoy extra hours of uninterrupted CD music. Slide one CD or MP3 CD into the Wave music system's front slot, and up to three more into this optional multi-CD changer. The easy-to-use changer is seamlessly controlled by the Wave music system remote and provides an additional connection for another audio source.

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Similar Bose Products to Consider

Acoustic Wave Music System II--The best Bose all-in-one music system performs like large component systems costing much more--with far less complication and clutter. Advanced Bose technologies deliver sound with clarity and consistency, at loud or soft volume levels, even in larger rooms and outdoor spaces. The system plays audio and MP3 CDs plus FM/AM radio. An optional travel case and power pack make portability easy.

Wave Music System - SoundLink--The Wave music system - SoundLink plays audio from your computer in any room, wirelessly. So, sources like iTunes and Internet radio can now join your CDs and favorite FM/AM stations in one listening area--all from one system. It's easy, too, with just two quick connections. A custom remote lets you navigate your playlists and switch between computer and system audio at the press of a button. And you'll enjoy all your music even more with acclaimed Wave music system performance. The Wave music system - SoundLink: a great leap forward in versatility and convenience from the most popular Bose tabletop system.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

180 of 185 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great But Pricy Sound System, December 2, 2008

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TMStyles (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bose Wave Music System - Titanium Silver (Electronics)

I have enjoyed my Bose Wave music system for just over a month and I am very pleased with its performance. This is the second or third generation of the iconic Bose one-piece tabletop sound system that is intended to make you think you are listening to a much more complicated and professional component system. And, to a great extent, it does just that--or at least, it is closer to a stereo component sound than to a stand-alone run-of-the-mill radio sound. It certainly features a deeper range of bass sounds than any other one-piece radio I have ever encountered.

Bose has pioneered its spectacular sound machines which seem highly defined by their innovative speaker systems which they refer to as "waveguide speaker technology". This one-piece system produces a clear, natural, room-filling sound without the need of external speakers. It has a very innovative physical design with a small unintrusive footprint that sits well on a night stand or in the kitchen. I particulrly appreciate the Titanium Silver color which seems appropriate for any area of the home. It is simple to install right out of the box and has the FM/AM radio, CD player, and clock/alarm built in. There is an auxiliary input for an MP3 player or other alternate sound source.

I especially appreciate the alarm system that opens softly and gently rises in volume as you awake. It comes with a credit card size remote control; however, I purchased the larger backlit remote with a dedicated cradle that I use instead. All in all, this is an effective and very impressive one-piece tabletop sound system that I enjoy daily. It is a bit pricy, but ultimately, you get what you pay for.

55 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great even at a Distance, September 20, 2009

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David Muskera (Huntington, WV United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bose Wave Music System - Titanium Silver (Electronics)

I had the Bose Wave Music System (one disk changer and remote) for a week or so now. Never thought I would pop the $$ for this but when I found it at a good price, I said "go for it". I'll admit, I'm surprised and impressed. I did expect it to be different, better and so forth - just because of the reputation - but I was not prepared for the details of that difference. The sound is remarkable. It not only sounds great when you're in the room with it but also because of how well it produces music throughout several adjoining rooms . For example, when I am in my living room, two rooms away from where I placed the Bose (in the kitchen at the rear of the house and facing the back) the music sounds almost even better - its rich and full and more rounded than any of my other music systems with the possible exception of the one that takes up a great deal more space. I like listening to it from my reading chair in the living room....great full powered sound without being overpowered by it... I hear details of CD music I've not heard before from such a distance. I think the distance listening factor of this unit is the most remarkable feature of all that are mentioned.

Some reviewers have been critical of the unit being controlled only by the remote with no on board buttons. I can see that as a problem if you have kids and pets (who like to eat remotes - and yes, both the kids AND the pets might do that).... but for me, a single guy living alone, it is no problem. Actually, the unit looks sleek without all those buttons on top and you don't have to worry about dust accumulation. Just the same, I do recommend getting a backup remote - easily available on the eBay market (just Google it). If you've got an extra $500 for a new unit, go for it...or, if your funds are more limited, look around. It can be found for less. In my case and considering what I paid, it was more than worth it.

106 of 119 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Overpriced but good quality., March 23, 2009

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wyldwrh (Tell City, IN USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Bose Wave Music System - Titanium Silver (Electronics)

I was hoping for a good music player and a alarm clock. It makes a decent music player and alarm clock. It is supposed to have really good sound. The sound is muttled and there are no adjustments to make it any better.

I didn't like the fact that there were no buttons but I've found that it doesn't really cause to much of a problem as long as the batteries are good. It does however have a couple annoying features.

It has an auto dim feature for low light which I would rather disable but it won't let you. It will let you turn it up some with makes it tolerable. When you set the alarm it comes on low but it automatically goes up to 30 which I wanted louder but again no adjustment.

Now the good features. It seems very well built and sturdy. The design is attractive and fits in most places with no problem. It does have a Cd player which works well as long as you don't what to preset tracks (It will only shuffle).

With all this said, I still have to give it a three. I would give it a four if the price tag wasn't so high. For the money, I expect a few more adjustments. It is very easy to use however and serves it purpose well. It does need to have more options. It works well and seems like it will last a good long time. I'm fairly happy with it.