Bose – Smart Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Voice Control – Black

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£402.91

  • Bose Smart Soundbar delivers immersive sound experience for movies, TV, and music
  • Features Dolby Atmos and proprietary TrueSpace technology for enhanced audio separation
  • Upward firing transducers create a three-dimensional sound environment, including overhead effects
  • A.I. Dialogue Mode ensures balanced voice and surround sound for clear dialogue
  • Compact design with powerful sound, making it suitable for various room sizes
  • Voice control functionality for easy operation and convenience
  • Ideal for those who seek a captivating audio experience beyond standard viewing
    SKU: 5B8C8C6A

    Product details

    Bose – Smart Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Voice Control – Black

    Elevate your audio experience with the Bose Smart Soundbar, designed to bring cinematic sound to your living room. This sleek and stylish soundbar combines cutting-edge technology with user-friendly features, making it the perfect addition to your home entertainment system.

    Key Features:

    Immersive Dolby Atmos Sound

    Experience a new level of sound with Dolby Atmos technology, which creates a three-dimensional audio experience that fills the room. Enjoy every detail of your favorite movies, music, and games as if you’re right in the middle of the action.

    Voice Control

    Control your soundbar effortlessly with built-in voice control. Use your voice to play music, adjust volume, and navigate through your favorite streaming services without lifting a finger. Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant for a truly hands-free experience.

    Stylish Design

    The Bose Smart Soundbar features a sleek, modern design in a classic black finish, seamlessly blending with your home decor. Its compact size makes it easy to place on your TV stand or mount on the wall, while still delivering powerful sound.

    Easy Connectivity

    Connect your devices with ease using multiple connectivity options, including HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. Stream music directly from your device or use the soundbar as a Bluetooth speaker for all your audio needs.

    Custom Sound Experience

    Tailor your audio experience with adjustable sound settings. Whether you’re watching a blockbuster movie or enjoying a quiet evening with music, you can customize the sound to suit your preferences.

    Why Choose Bose?

    Bose has been a leader in audio technology for decades, known for their commitment to quality and innovation. With the Smart Soundbar, you can trust that you’re receiving a product that delivers exceptional performance and durability.

    Specifications:

    • Color: Black
    • Dimensions: [Insert dimensions]
    • Weight: [Insert weight]
    • Connectivity: HDMI ARC, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
    • Voice Control: Yes (Alexa and Google Assistant compatible)

    What’s in the Box:

    • Bose Smart Soundbar
    • Power Cable
    • HDMI Cable
    • Quick Start Guide

    Transform your home entertainment experience with the Bose Smart Soundbar with Dolby Atmos and Voice Control. Order yours today and immerse yourself in a world of rich, dynamic sound!

    Customers Reviews

    (67)
    1. James K

      Unboxing:
      This sound bar is well packed with the included remote, battery for the remote and includes an HDMI cable, and Optical cable and a
      flat power cord. I was able to unpack, plug in and start using this within 3 minutes. The included cord was about 5 feet in length
      which is appropriate for most below TV Installations but may fall short with an extremely large television or specific scenario so
      I would recommend checking that prior to any installation. The cord is a standard 2 pin power type.
      Performance:
      I am no stranger to Bose products and I feel that they deliver and last quite a long time. This sound bar delivers as advertised,
      very high quality sound with very clear output at low to mid volume ranges. Speech can be enhanced as a feature enablement through the app. This not only works well but is a welcome addition for anyone with minor hearing issues as watching movies or media with loud background sounds can make hearing dialog especially difficult.
      Music and other media sounds great. I tested this out in a large living room setup and it is able to provide a good stereo field as far as 20 feet from the sound bar. It also excels at close range – This sound bar is being used below a 43 Inch gaming monitor on a large desk. The audio is incredibly clear at close range ( sitting at the desk ) and there is still a wide field of stereo separation.
      Setup with HDMI pass through, Optical and Bluetooth –
      The default mode at power on is HDMI or Optical input. HDMI pass through is first. Bluetooth can be used by selecting the Bluetooth icon and pairing it with the remote. You can also power the unit up to Bluetooth by simply pressing the icon on the remote and it will start in that mode. I will also admit it took me a few days to realize the icons on the top of the sound bar can also be “touched”. I am perpetually trying to use my devices without the remote as they tend to be misplaced and I’m always interested in operating a device without it. This can be powered up and mode switched without the remote.
      Overall – Another great product from Bose ! Clear room-filling sound at any volume range.
      Installation tips – Please note that the drivers in this sound bar do take advantage of reflection – it sounds best if placed with the drivers in front of a TV or monitor. if the upward facing drivers are directly below it will interfere with the overall sound.
      Things I love !
      CLARITY OF SPEECH AT LOW TO MID VOLUME !!!
      Room filling sound
      Ability to use at close range as a gaming speaker
      Room for improvement:
      I needed a longer power cord – an extra foot would have been great !

    2. jkj1

      I got this Bose soundbar to use with my PC because lately it’s hard to find a monitor that has sound. It’s also difficult to find a quality soundbar that is small enough to use in my computer space. After downloading the app and starting the set up I thought I might have made a mistake, because all the instructions were for connecting speakers and a TV.
      However, on the Bose website there were clear instructions for connecting the soundbar to a computer. I just had to go into the settings in Windows 11 and search for a new Bluetooth device. Then back into the app to the pairing prompt, after which the soundbar and the PC quickly found each other. When connected with the included HDMI cable the two disconnected when the PC went to sleep, but they maintain their connection when connected via Bluetooth. If connected to a TV via the included optical cable, a setting in the Bose app will make the soundbar power on the soundbar when an audio signal is received.
      Voice control can be enabled if connected to Amazon Alexa and it has Chromecast built-in to stream music from apps to the soundbar. There is an optional AI Dialogue Mode that improves the clarity of spoken words. It has a USB port to install possible future updates.
      I’ve had some trouble syncing the sound with the visual. Syncing is done in the Audio section of the app by selecting the millisecond delay. The millisecond range is between 10 and 200, so I’m still doing the fine tuning.
      The sound is everything you’d expect from a Bose. You can not only hear the music, but feel it too. At 27 inches it easily fits in my computer space and will also fit in front of my TV if I decide to use it there instead. I rarely give anything 5 stars, because most things aren’t quite perfect, but I do believe that I’ve found the perfect soundbar.

    3. Joe1015

      I recently installed the Bose Smart Soundbar, and its performance has left me impressed. Although compact in size, this soundbar produces a remarkably rich and immersive audio experience in my living room.
      It comes with all the latest features such as Dolby Atmos, Chromecast, Apple AirPlay. It also works with Alexa and Google Assistant. A notable quality of this soundbar is its remarkable dialogue clarity that I had not experienced with my other soundbars. During action-packed scenes, it has become easier to decipher what actors are saying. Additionally, the bass, despite the soundbar’s slim profile, is surprisingly punchy, enhancing the depth and impact of movies and music alike. However, for those seeking deep, room-filling bass, the addition of a subwoofer would be a wise consideration.
      The setup process for the soundbar was remarkably straightforward. Guided by the intuitive Bose Music app, I had it connected to my TV and Wi-Fi within minutes. The built-in voice control with Alexa further adds to its convenience, allowing me to adjust the volume or change tracks effortlessly using just my voice. I wish it had more than one HDMI ports to add more customization to making connections.
      In conclusion, the Bose Smart Soundbar is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a compact yet potent soundbar that delivers outstanding audio quality. It excels in enhancing movies, music, and a wide range of other content. For those looking for a good all-around soundbar, I would recommend the Bose Smart Soundbar.

    4. AllAboutTech

      Verdict: The Bose speaker elevates the already solid performance of the Bose soundbar. It’s a compelling solution for easy and quality sound without the clutter. It’s wonderful for movie-watching, music-listening, smart-speaker functionality, and convenient controls.
      Protip: (1) f you want to mount it on a wall, remove the rubber pads to access the mounting screws. I wish I saw that before ordering the wrong mounting brackets. (2) If you own more than one Bose soundbar / speaker, try the grouping function in the Bose app. It works quite well… better than the headaches of trying to group through the Alexa app.
      Initial impressions. It is a standard-looking soundbar with speakers on the front, top, and sides. It feels fairly heavy. The soundbar fits easily between the legs of our TV, and should work for most people. Included in the package are a remote control, an HDMI cable, a fiberoptic cable, a power cable, and manuals.
      Setup. Straight forward setup through the Bose app; it took care of everything… I didn’t even have to go to the phone Bluetooth settings. To control the speakers, you must be on the same WiFi network. Adding the speaker to Alexa is done through the Bose app and permissions in the Alexa app.
      App. The app is simple but definitely adds value to the experience. I love being able to control volume, source, equalizer, and grouping from the app. I don’t always have the remote handy, but… I have my phone! It’s really nice to adjust volume or source on the fly. Creating groupings is really just two taps, and ending groups is just one tap; it works flawlessly so you can build custom groups quickly if you have several Bose systems.
      For movies and TV. I am quite impressed with the sound. Voice is full and genuine, as opposed to echo-ish with the TV speakers. There is definitely an impression of surround sound. For action movies you can feel the action, and for something as simple as sitcoms, the audience laughing feels different (like part of the room with you) than the cast dialogue… pretty cool! I tested several content items with 5.1 but could not find anything to stream with Dolby Atmos, so I couldn’t test this feature. This thing is plenty loud. HDMI ARC works perfectly; everything turns on and can be controlled with the TV remote. Voice4Video is another convenient feature that lets you change your HDMI input through Alexa once you set it up (easy to do through the app). The app also allows the selection of different audio tracks (maybe for different languages, which happens on some sports TV programing).
      Music performance. The music experience on this Bose soundbar is wonderful; it fills the room easily with well-balanced sound. The bass comes through very well (I use +20). The mids are full, and the highs are crisp and clean. Unfortunately, I could not get Airplay to work on this soundbar… maybe it requires a software update. No issues with Airplay on my other Bose soundbar.
      Features. I love the integration with Alexa voice assistant. I wish it had direct Apple Music integration for people in that ecosystem, but I can access that music through the Alexa connection (must setup Apple Music in the Alexa app). Bose SimpleSync easily swaps sound from speakers to Bose headphones, which is convenient if you want to continue watching TV after your spouse goes to sleep…
      Things I love:
      – Wonderful sound for music and movie
      – Small but powerful package
      – Easy setup
      – The app is actually useful and convenient
      – Lots of features through the app
      – HDMI ARC integration works perfectly
      Things I don’t love:
      – Airplay is not working for me… I hope a software update will fix this. I use this feature weekly on my other soundbar. It’s a really important part of how we want to use the soundbar for music.
      – I wish there were volume buttons on the soundbar. Sometimes I just need to turn it down quickly and can’t find the remote. Luckily, I can use the app for that too.
      – I have not been able to group this Bose soundbar (or my other one actually) to music groups on the Alexa app. The Soundbar is there… I can control it through the Alexa app and add it to different rooms, but my “play music everywhere” group plays music on all my Echos around the house for cool room-to-room music, except… for the two Bose soundbar. That’s really too bad… Those are the two speakers I really want to hear out of that bunch! I know that this is a limitation in the Alexa app (can’t group non-echo devices), and not Bose’s fault, but it’s really frustrating that the tech silos continue to deprioritize the customer convenience with broad compatibility and integration.
      Overall, the Bose Smart Soundbar is a fantastic soundbar, packed with strong features, a useful app, and great sound. I highly recommend this for small-to-medium rooms for movie-watching and music-listening.

    5. Serv

      Despite the efforts of TV companies to make the sound of their products sound better, it is not always the best experience. Instead, adding a sound bar has become one of the best alternatives to improve the experience when consuming multimedia content, whether on TV, PC, Smartphone, Tablet, etc.
      Bose has high quality products and this smart sound bar is no exception. In the box comes the sound bar, a power supply cable, an HDMI cable, an optical cable, a remote control and a quick start guide. Everything comes nicely packaged and protected.
      Connecting the Smart Soundbar is quite simple, it can be connected via HDMI or optical cable directly to the TV and also via Bluetooth. It is recommended to download the Bose app to get the most out of the device. The app gives access to configure the Smart Soundbar in different aspects, from equalization, management of Bose devices connected to the same app, sound settings, etc. The remote control that already comes with its battery installed is compact but has the essentials to control the soundbar easily. Something I can recommend is to download the user manual from the app and learn a little more about the features and functions of this Smart Soundbar.
      Regarding performance, I have been pleasantly surprised at how a relatively compact soundbar sounds so good. By connecting directly to the HDMI ARC port of my tv I can control both devices with a single remote control. From the app I can modify the sound settings depending on the content I’m playing, whether it’s enhancing the dialog or boosting the mids if I’m listening to music, etc. The sound quality is quite good, Dolby technology is perceived, whether watching a movie, series, listening to music or podcast the voices are clear, sound effects, instruments etc. Although I must admit that a subwoofer would be the perfect complement, because although the sound bar is very good, that bass punch is needed to make the floor vibrate.
      The device can be controlled by voice, with the app and with the remote control. It is important to mention that the soundbar does not have a screen where any information is displayed, the app is what helps in this regard.
      If you have other Bose devices at home, can be synchronized and used all at the same time or if you want privacy you can choose which device to play the desired content.
      This Bose smart soundbar is a quality device that serves its purpose and offers quite interesting features, more for those who have more Bose products at home. I feel that the user experience justifies the price, but the fact of the ease of setup and use and all that the app offers, is worth it. If you are looking for a good quality soundbar at a relatively affordable price, this is a good alternative, I can certainly recommend it.

    6. holllywoodfrodo

      Bose first made a name for itself by making tiny surround sound speakers that produced larger than expected sound. This new smart soundbar reminds me of that because it’s way smaller than you’d think it would be if you heard it before you saw it. It’s plenty loud enough to fill a large room but also with great clear sound. Throw in WiFi that makes it compatible with all the major music streaming services and Alexa as a smart assistant and you’ve got a winner.
      PROS
      – Small Footprint, Big Sound
      – Impressive Bass without an actual subwoofer
      – Alexa Smart Home Assistant Built in
      – Works with AirPlay and Chromecast
      – Can add Subwoofer
      – Works with RokuTV out of the box
      – “Dialogue” enhancement
      CONS
      – No Google Assistant (maybe in an update???)
      – Subwoofer sold separately (If you need window shaking bass)
      – Not built for easy wall mounting
      If you’re looking for the smallest soundbar with the biggest sound and the smartest features, this might just be it. As soundbars go, this one is definitely on the smaller side, but you wouldn’t know that just by listening to it. It sounds as loud and as good as many other much large soundbars I’ve owned or experienced. And the sound is excellent which is what I’d expect from any Bose product. You can add a subwoofer to your setup (purchased separately) but you might not need to. This soundbar produces impressive lows – they won’t make your sofa rumble or anything, but just as far as sound goes, it certainly gets the job done. The soundbar also has a cool feature that you can turn on if you have a hard time hearing/understanding dialogue when watching tv – it makes spoken dialogue a little louder than it would naturally be which is cool.
      What really sets this soundbar apart besides it’s great sound are the smart features which currently includes Alexa Built-in, Chromecast Streaming, AirPlay Streaming, Spotify Streaming. Alexa works great – the mics pick up my voice just as well as any of the Echo devices I own. There’s a little light bar on the front that comes on when Alexa is activated so you know she’s listening. This eliminates the need for a separate echo device in the room you have the soundbar in which is great. I’ll be using the soundbar for music streaming as much as anything else so having AirPlay and Chromecast streaming capabilities was very important to me and both work great! I can add the soundbar to speaker groups in Google Home for whole house music streaming and I can easily send music to the soundbar via AirPlay. I wish it also had Google Assistant built-in (you can control it using Google Assistant on a separate Google Home Speaker, but it’s not built-in to this right now) – I have another smart speaker that has both Alexa & Google Assistant and I love that. It’s possible Bose intends on adding this in the future since it already works with Chromecast and Google Home and I can see what looks like 5 little LED lights behind the front grille just under the Alexa Light Bar that look they might be intended for use with Google Home Assistant commands. BUT there’s nothing that says that will happen so I’m just wishful thinking at this point.
      As far as design goes, there’s not a lot to say about this – it’s a fairly plain and simple design. Looks like a typical soundbar. It does have speakers on the top for Atmos simulation as well as on the front. The soundbar is designed to sit on a shelf or something under the TV. There’s no mounting brackets or anything like that in the box.
      Overall, I’m impressed with this little guy. It doesn’t take up much space but provides excellent sound and really great features that best most soundbars on the market!

    7. averagetechguy

      I have been waiting for the right soundbar to come along for my bedroom tv. I own a few other major competitor soundbars and they are on my family room and basement tv’s, but none have them have been the right size, and then i’ve been indecisive wheter to have a subwoofer or not. Most smaller ones without the sub didn’t do a whole lot more than my tv speakers. The tv is an older oled tv, but it came with a good dolby atmos built in speaker set, so there was no rush. It was basically the company’s low end soundbar built in the back of the tv. I had seen older versions of this unit on demo before at stores, and knew it was going to be a good unit, but I finally picked this one after all these years, and it’s because I’m getting old and tired of having every streaming service have horrible volume level consistency. Cable used to be bad, but now I generally have to keep the volume lower than I like because the ads will pop on at a rupture your ear drum at normal volume on most services. I’m tired of having to watch many shows now with subtitles on. This model came out and I saw ai dialogue mode, and it claimed to enhance without loss of other action. I have messed with many settings on my tv and other soundbars to try and enhance the dialouge, but most make the rest of the actions suffer significantly. This promised to not compromise the rest of the effects for the dialoge. So far, this does impress. Set up was very easy for the most part. Plug in, download app, follow along. It took me a minute to get the hdmi arc set up on my tv, but I also have the optical hooked up just in case. I wanted to make sure when I can I could use dolby atmos mixes. I have tried this with a well known album’s 50th anniversary dolby atmos mix, and it sounds fantastic. I have tested a few streaming movie services, and 4k disc movies, and the directional sound is super surprising from one set of speakers at the front of my room. There was a helicopter going by in one of the scenes and it went by from left to right, and then you could hear it behind and explosions around/behind me. I have paired this to one of the popular voice assistants, and several streaming services, and so far it works excellent. As for the size. It sets low and to the back of my tv stand, and for it’s size, outperforms one of my competitors that us at least 6 inches longer and ¾ of an inch wider and ½ inch taller. The bass on this is fantastic, mixed well with the right amount of treble that a sub is just not needed. I am able to utilize my tv’s remote to control the volume, which means I can keep my current set up to one simple remote. The price point for this is at the lower end premium price, many choices that are good at a lower price, and many more higher than this. I Have one that is about double the cost of this, and really this does as good as it does, minus the sub the other has. As for the ai dialogue mode, excellent. On day one I made sure I found action movies, talk shows and toggled the feature on and off, and this really does fantastic, way different than other diologue enhancing modes I’ve tried. I also don’t worry about the ads anymore because the clarity of this allows me to keep the volume down I can hear quiet parts still. Connectivity wise, this comes with an hdmi cable and optical cable, but if you get a wired sub, you will need a cable, and this does have Bluetooth, but no 3.5mm jack. I am glad I finally went with this, and I am now able to turn off the subtitles again. I really find no flaws with this and give it a solid 5.

    8. AbrahamCops

      The reason I bought it was to install it on my gaming computer and I only have one HDMI input to connect from the HDMI output of the graphics card etc 4090 and I can connect and I can’t be recognized by the computer either without any way to make it work, all the methods don’t work and the Bluetooth of this bar has latency, so there is no recommendation to play on the computer through Bluetooth. I can’t make the sound quality so good since Bose only makes these for TV

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