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Bose SoundDock Portable

 

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  • User Score (411)
    9.3 9.3 from 411 reviewers
  • Expert Score (3)
    7.8 7.8 from 3 reviewers
  • Design (2)
    8.2 8.2 from 2 reviewers
  • Value for money (14)
    8.0 8.0 from 14 reviewers
  • Features (14)
    6.7 6.7 from 14 reviewers
  • Performance (13)
    8.0 8.0 from 13 reviewers
  • Overall quality (12)
    9.0 9.0 from 12 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. PC Magazine

    PC Magazine
    6.0/10
    2 November 2007

    The Bose SoundDock Portable looks and sounds good, but its limited portability and hefty price tag detract from the overall package. Read more

    • Pleasing sound quality. Attractive, minimalist design. Retractable iPod tray. Remote has good range.
    • Expensive. Portability is limited. Remote navigation could be better.

  2. Consumer Guide Products

    Consumer Guide Products
    8.0/10
    16 July 2008

    Bose's audio systems are among the most popular on the market, and for good reason: they provide powerful sound from a relatively small digital device. But Bose's products tend to be a bit more expensive than those of many of its competitors; it's part of the brand's allure, but is it worth it? Read more

  3. Tech2

    21 January 2008

    I n a world full of iPod docking stations, it’s no surprise to see Bose launch yet another. The latest to hit the stores is simply called Bose iPod Docking Station. The need for a docking station is in keeping with one's desire to have music played loudly, but it may not be that great an idea if you crave extreme loudness. Read more

  4. TrustedReviews

    TrustedReviews
    12 November 2008

    The main stumbling block with the SoundDock isn't anything to do with its design or sound quality. In fact, this is a well-designed rechargeable speaker system that does the job it's designed to do well, notwithstanding the ineffectual remote. It's the price that really sticks in the craw: £280 is a lot for most people to spend on their main hi-fi system, let alone one to put in the kitchen and use in the garden occasionally. Read more

  5. PC Authority

    26 February 2010

    The usual Bose feel-good glow and (mostly) great sound too – but at a price Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. Great way to play the ipod at the pool

    Amazon
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: RedRover, Amazon
    22 October 2009

    The Bose SoundDock portable is a very nice niche product. Here in Florida we spend a lot of time at the Pool. By law, there isn't a lot of AC power available at a swimming pool so portable audio devices are a must. The problem has been, that no Radio station plays my songs and only my songs. ;) And only one person can listen to a portable device with headphones. CDs just don't get it. Read more

  2. Finally...a portable sound system that delivers

    Tiger Direct
    9.6/10
    Reviewer: Tiger Direct
    17 August 2011

    The Bose is the 3rd portable I've purchased. The other two, in the $150-250, had terrible sound or they broke down. So I finally broke down and forked over the $$$ to get the best. And it is!!! This unit provides exceptional sound quality at all volume levels. It could be your only sound system, for the house or the beach. Very well-designed. Love the touch-sensitive volume control. Quality shocked my friends and family. Read more

  3. Finally...a portable sound system that delivers

    CompUSA.com
    9.6/10
    Reviewer: bradnac, CompUSA.com
    17 August 2011

    The Bose is the 3rd portable I've purchased. The other two, in the $150-250, had terrible sound or they broke down. So I finally broke down and forked over the $$$ to get the best. And it is!!! This unit provides exceptional sound quality at all volume levels. It could be your only sound system, for the house or the beach. Very well-designed. Love the touch-sensitive volume control. Quality shocked my friends and family. Read more

  4. Great sound from a small unit

    Your Electronic Warehouse
    10/10
    Reviewer: Flaco7572N, Your Electronic Warehouse
    31 December 2009

    Yes, I would recommend this to a friend Read more

    • Attractive Design, Easy Setup, Easy to Mount, Good Power Output, Great Sound Quality
    • Battery could last longer

  5. You won't regret it!

    Comet
    10/10
    Reviewer: CautiousShopper, Comet
    28 December 2009

    How is it these days that we can't seem to buy anything without feeling we have to research it to death/get the best possible price?! Well trust me look no further. I did just that and still angst for months about whether a speaker (yes lets get real this is just a speaker!) could really be worth near on £350 esp when as one of the other feedbackers' points out, its over a £100 more than series one....really just to be portable?!!! But honestly it is. Read more

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  • Manufacturer's Description

The SoundDock® Portable digital music system reproduces music with fullness and clarity unmatched by other battery-powered iPod speakers, from a design even slimmer than our original. Proprietary Bose® technologies let you enjoy your iPod out loud in more locations—without compromising sound quality. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery (included) provides more power and longer playing time than most other rechargeable batteries. The rotating dock disappears for storage…

Specifications

  • Specification
    Dock closed: • 6.75" H x 12.06" W x 6.06" D • 17.5 x 30.7 x 10.3 cm • 5.23 lb (2.37 kg)
  • Specification
    Dock open: • 6.75" H x 12.06" W x 6.94" D • 17.5 x 30.7 x 14.95 cm • 5.23 lb (2.37 kg)

Release Date

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    14 November 2007

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