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Bose Smart Soundbar 900 With Speakers + Bass Module Review

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    Updated Dec 20, 2023 11:28 AM

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    This premium soundbar setup is highly optimized to deliver a deeply immersive surround sound experience, which makes for exciting movie-watching and justifies its high price. Its bass has an extra punch to it, though it lacks an EQ and a display.

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    Table of Contents

    Product Snapshot

    Overview

    The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module is a premium smart soundbar that was first announced in 2021.

    Its soundstage is wide thanks to PhaseGuide technology, and this delivers an immersive surround sound performance where on-screen action feels like its happening all around.

    This feature alone makes it one of the best speakers in the market, or one of the best soundbars to consider for a listening experience unique to the room size.

    The range of audio formats supported includes Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Digital Plus content, while its port selection includes an Optical Audio In, HDMI ARC port, and an Ethernet port.

    It has both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa support built in, and connects through Bluetooth, WiFi, Apple AirPlay, and even Chromecast. In contrast, the JBL Link Bar only supports Bluetooth and WiFi music streaming. We’ve covered it in our JBL Link Bar review.

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    Best For

    • 5.1

    • Bose

    Consensus

    our Verdict

    The Bose 900 is a sturdy, well-designed soundbar boasting good bass depths, combined with its robust max volume and balanced sound profile, creating a captivating, expansive audio arena for movies, TV, and music.

    The stereo frequency response is exceptional, preserving crystal-clear vocals while harmoniously blending with rich vocal and instrumental tones, delivering a sonic experience.

    Voice commands register effortlessly through the adept built-in microphone, and the Bose Music app facilitates seamless setup and personalization.

    With impressively low latencies tested at 56ms (ARC) and 55ms (Optical), audio and visuals sync flawlessly. Versatile wireless connectivity options include Bluetooth, WiFi, Chromecast, Apple AirPlay, and Spotify.

    Regrettably, the 900 lacks a display and EQ adjustments, and input choices are limited to a single Optical Audio In and Ethernet port.

    ReasonS to Buy

    • Good build and sound quality
    • Many different wireless connectivity options
    • Loud max volume
    • Impressive Dolby Atmos experience for movies and TV shows
    • Wide soundstage for immersive listening
    • Sound adapts to room size
    • Easy to use Bose app
    • Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa

    Reason to Avoid

    • No display for visual feedback
    • Use of Bose Music App required for setup and adjustments
    • Lack of HDMI pass-through and eARC support in some cases
    • Remote control lacks backlighting, making it hard to use in the dark

    Bose Smart Soundbar 900 With Speakers + Bass Module Specs

    Bluetooth EnabledBluetooth EnabledYes
    DepthDepth4.21"
    Dialogue Enhancement FeatureDialogue Enhancement FeatureYes
    Energy Star CertifiedEnergy Star CertifiedNo
    HDMI ARCHDMI ARCYes
    HeightHeight2.29"
    Number of Audio ChannelsNumber of Audio Channels5.1.2
    SubwooferSubwooferOptional (sold separately)
    Surround Sound SupportedSurround Sound SupportedDolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD
    Voice AssistantVoice AssistantAmazon Alexa, Google Assistant
    Wall MountableWall MountableYes
    WeightWeight12.68 lbs
    WidthWidth41.14"
    Wireless ConnectivityWireless ConnectivityBluetooth, Wi-Fi
    Wireless Subwoofer ConnectivityWireless Subwoofer ConnectivityYes
    Works WithWorks WithAmazon Alexa, Bluetooth, Google Assistant, Remote Control, Wi-Fi

    All Specs

    Test Results

    These are the most important criteria to test for Soundbars based on our comprehensive Testing Methodology.

    Low End Roll Off (Hz)29.537
    High End Roll Off (Hz)17,221.559
    Max Volume Test (db)96.1
    Latency (ms)56
    THD @ 80dB0.43

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    Product Comparison

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    Market Context

    		 The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module is a premium smart soundbar that was first announced in 2021. Its soundstage is wide thanks…

    The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module is a premium smart soundbar that was first announced in 2021.

    Its soundstage is wide thanks to PhaseGuide technology, and this delivers an immersive surround sound performance where on-screen action feels like its happening all around.

    This feature alone makes it one of the best speakers in the market, or one of the best soundbars to consider for a listening experience unique to the room size.

    The range of audio formats supported includes Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Digital Plus content, while its port selection includes an Optical Audio In, HDMI ARC port, and an Ethernet port.

    It has both Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa support built in, and connects through Bluetooth, WiFi, Apple AirPlay, and even Chromecast. In contrast, the JBL Link Bar only supports Bluetooth and WiFi music streaming. We’ve covered it in our JBL Link Bar review.

    		 The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module has built-in Chromecast support and Bluetooth connectivity while the Sonos Arc with Sub + One…

    The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module has built-in Chromecast support and Bluetooth connectivity while the Sonos Arc with Sub + One SL speakers does not. However, the Sonos Arc has a surround level adjustment feature while the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers does not.

    		 The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module can get louder than the JBL Bar 9.1 without any sound distortion at max volume,…

    The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module can get louder than the JBL Bar 9.1 without any sound distortion at max volume, and it also ships with a Digital Optical Cable while the JBL Bar 9.1 does not.

    		 The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module might appeal to most buyers since it ships with a dedicated subwoofer and satellites while…

    The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers + Bass Module might appeal to most buyers since it ships with a dedicated subwoofer and satellites while the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 only ships as a standalone unit. As a result, the Bose 900 with speakers produces a much lower bass response compared to the Bose 900. Feel free to check out our Bose 900 soundbar review if it still sounds interesting.

    Bluetooth Enabled

    Yes

    No

    Yes

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    Depth

    4.21"

    4.56"

    4.7"

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    Dialogue Enhancement Feature

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

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    Energy Star Certified

    No

    No

    No

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    HDMI ARC

    Yes

    Yes

    Yes

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    Height

    2.29"

    3.43"

    2.4"

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    Number of Audio Channels

    5.1.2

    5.0.2

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    Subwoofer

    Optional (sold separately)

    Optional (sold separately)

    Included

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    Score Card

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    Expert Score

    81

    *.75

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    Customer Score

    89

    *.25

    We place a 25% weighted value on Customer Scores

    True Score

    80

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    Expert Scores

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    • Rtings
      101.4

      Category Trust Rating

      82
      The Bose Smart Soundbar 900 with Speakers and Bass Module is impressive for mixed usage…. Read More

      By:

      Jake Thauvette
    • Sound Guys
      75.83

      Category Trust Rating

      NR
      For an all in one home theatre system with 3D Dolby Atmos sound, this one… Read More

      By:

      Jasper Lastoria
    • CNET
      52.25

      Category Trust Rating

      80
      Bose’s Smart Soundbar 900 does everything you’d expect from a flagship soundbar. It looks great,… Read More

      By:

      Ty Pendlebury

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