How much did Bose 901 speakers cost new?

The Bose 901 system, consisting of two speaker units and the equalizer, is priced at $476.

Does Bose still make 901 speakers?

Because the Bose 901’s are no longer actively sold (but readily available on secondary markets), you may be better off with one of these alternatives to Bose 901.

Will Bose 901 speakers work without equalizer?

Hello, the Bose 901 speakers are designed to work with and will not work appropriately without our 901 equalizer. The equalizer varies per model, please call us at 800-367-4008 so we can provide you with information on the proper version.

Why do Bose speakers sound so bad?

Many Audiophiles hate Bose because their products tend to focus more on lifestyle rather than absolute sound quality. By definition, Audiophiles are Hi-Fi (high-fidelity) enthusiasts who are always working towards professional studio sound. Bose does not deliver in this aspect. Of course, this is not the only reason.

How many watts can Bose 901?

10-450 W
The Bose 901 speakers will handle 10-450 W per channel, 8 ohms.

What year did Bose 901 Series VI come out?

The pair of speaker I have for review are the most recent iteration of the 901 design, the Series VI. This pair was made back in 1987 when Bose speakers were still made in America.

How do I connect my Bose 901 speakers to my receiver?

Connect the amplifier INPUT of the Bose® 901® active equalizer to the PRE AMP OUT jacks of the receiver or amplifier. Connect right channel to right channel and left to left. 4. Connect the amplifier OUTPUT of the active equalizer to the MAIN AMP IN jacks on the receiver or amplifier.

What receiver works with Bose 901?

yamaha receivers are bright which may help the 901s but i think you will find onkyo and denon may have a little better sound to offer.

Is Bose 901 still made?

Posted February 21, 2018 (edited) I just learned that the Bose 901 is no longer being made available from Bose Corporation. This would be the end of a glorious 50-year run for this fine old speaker, and it’s probably safe to say that if founder Amar Bose were still alive, no one would dare discontinue this model regardless of low the sales volume!

What does the Bose 901 equalizer do?

The Bose 901 is a direct-reflecting speaker made of 9 small full range drivers of which 8 faces the rear, so the purpose of the equalizer is to flatten the system’s frequency response given its unusual design.

Are Bose 901 speakers discontinued?

Unlike other Bose speakers, the 901 Series was not intended to be used without their included 901 Active Equalizer. While the speakers included metal pedestal stands, ceiling mounts were also available. It was sold until 2016, when the 901 Series VI was discontinued. A review of the 901 by Stereophile magazine in 1979 concluded: