The Bose 301 Series V are classic bookshelf stereo loudspeakers known for their ability to deliver spacious and lifelike sound, thanks to Bose's proprietary Direct/Reflecting® technology. These versatile speakers are designed to work well for both music and home theater applications, either as main stereo speakers or as part of a larger surround sound system.
Key Features and Characteristics:
Direct/Reflecting® Technology: This is a signature Bose innovation that aims to recreate the natural balance of direct and reflected sound you'd experience in a live performance. Unlike conventional speakers that primarily project sound forward, the 301 V strategically directs sound both forward and to the sides and rear. This creates a wider and more immersive soundstage, filling the room with sound rather than focusing it in a narrow "sweet spot."
Stereo Everywhere® Performance: Building upon the Direct/Reflecting® principle, this Bose technology ensures balanced stereo sound across a wider listening area. You can enjoy a rich and consistent stereo image even when you're not sitting directly between the speakers.
Two-Way Speaker System: The 301 V employs a carefully designed two-way system:
8-inch Long-Excursion Woofer: This driver is responsible for producing clean and powerful low frequencies, delivering satisfying bass for music, movies, and sports. The long excursion design allows for greater cone movement, contributing to deeper bass response.
Two 2-inch Stereo Targeting® Tweeters: These precisely angled, front-firing tweeters are designed to deliver clear and well-defined mid and high frequencies across a broad listening area.
One 2-inch Rear-Firing Tweeter: This tweeter adds to the spacious sound by projecting sound towards the back and sides of the room, enhancing the sense of ambiance and realism.
Flared Slot-Port Design: The speaker enclosure features a specially engineered port with a flared design. This reduces air turbulence and compression, resulting in cleaner and deeper bass performance, especially at higher volumes.
Home Theater Expandability: The Bose 301 V speakers can be integrated into a home theater system. They are voice-matched with other Bose component speakers, such as the VCS-10® center channel speaker and 201® or 161® surround speakers, ensuring a seamless and cohesive sound experience.
Automatic Protection Circuitry: This built-in feature prevents the drivers from being overdriven, enhancing the reliability of the speakers without interrupting your listening experience.
Compact Bookshelf Design: The relatively compact size and classic design of the 301 V allow them to blend easily into various room decors and fit comfortably on shelves or in entertainment centers.
Versatile Placement Options: While designed for bookshelf placement, they can also be used on stands or wall-mounted using optional Bose WB-3 wall brackets. Bose recommends keeping the back of the speakers within 18 inches (45 cm) of the wall to optimize the balance of direct and reflected sound.
Specifications:
Speaker Configuration: 2-Way
Drivers:
One 8" (20.3 cm) long-excursion woofer
Two 2" (5.1 cm) Stereo Targeting® front-firing tweeters
One 2" (5.1 cm) rear-firing tweeter
Power Rating: Compatible with amplifiers or receivers rated from 10 to 150 watts per channel RMS and 4 to 8 ohms.
Impedance: 4-8 ohms
Sensitivity: Not typically a primary specification emphasized by Bose, but generally designed for efficient use with a range of amplifiers. One source mentions a sensitivity of 79 dB SPL (1Vrms, 1 meter, 400 Hz octave).
Frequency Response: While specific figures vary across sources, they are designed to provide a balanced and full-range sound for their size.
Enclosure Type: Bass-reflex with a flared slot port.
Inputs/Outputs: Spring clip terminals for speaker wire connections.
Dimensions (per speaker): Approximately 9.75" H x 14.27" W x 9.81" D (24.8 cm x 36.2 cm x 24.9 cm)
Weight (per speaker): Approximately 12 lbs (5.5 kg)
