Bose MediaMate® 2 Speakers

Pros: Versatile, put out great sound, relatively inexpensive.
Cons: Boxy, volume controls can be hard to maneuver.

This past weekend, my husband Bill and I were at the Fort Belvoir post exchange (PX). I had a bad case of cabin fever and desperately wanted to get out of the house. I needed a new watch, a new CD wallet to accommodate my expanding karaoke CDG ...

Pros: None
Cons: Poor quality sound, Ugly, Poor configuration

The Bose MediaMate are the entry-level computer speakers offered by Bose. Bose spends a lot of time marketing their products, and tries to make people think that Bose speakers are the best in the world. The Bose MediaMate are some of the ...

Pros: everything, including sound quality, packaging, sound quality, aesthetics, and did I mention SOUND QUALITY
Cons: none

I have been impressed with Bose sound products before, but I was not aware that Bose actually made a sound product I could afford! When I saw these speakers at Sam's Club for around $60, I didn't need anyone to convince me to get those and replace my ...

Pros: Lower price, Great sound, Two inputs, and they look nice, too!
Cons: None

More and more people, myself included, are using their computers as entertainment centers. A modern home computer combined the functions of a CD player, DVD player, and MP3 player. Not to mention computer games! So why do most people have their...

Pros: Great sound, compact size, no need for sub-woofer
Cons: Difficult to turn volume control, no on-off switch

For their size, these speakers sound fantastic, and unless you need to rattle (or break) window panes - their bass output is just fine for PC use. If you need more power or bass, then you might as well just go the full route and buy a stereo system with...

Pros: good low frequency response for such a small enclosure
Cons: lack frequencies below 50 hz, cuts out at high volumes but protects speakers

I have listened to most computer speakers available to the average consumer (Klipsch, Harmon Kardon, Altec Lansing, Creative Labs, Logitech, etc.) and the Bose Mediamates are the best if you want stereo sound that presents a clear image and relatively...

Pros: Crystal clear sound, every nuance of the recording is captured
Cons: A bit expensive

I have to say, I've been a Bose fan since 1970 or so when my big brother used to blast his 901's until the windows shook in our house! I've never actually owned any Bose product myself though, until yesterday when my MediaMates finally arrived!
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Pros: Excellent sound, tasteful design -- very clear and crisp, especially for computer speakers.
Cons: No subwoofer, so not-so-great bass response

I've owned several pairs of computer speakers in my life -- a cheap pair of Altec Lansings, a subwoofered pair of Monsoon MM-700s, and this pair of Bose Mediamates. I would recommend these speakers more than any of the others, primarily because they are...

Pros: Great looking, Great Sounding, Affordable, Easy Setup
Cons: Short cables included

I worked at Best Buy last year and wanted to get some new computer speakers. They carry a lot of basic logitech stuff and other apparently weak sounding speakers. I noticed the Bose and tested them out. I found the sound to be incredible for the size ...

Pros: Great quality sound. Dual inputs for more than one audio source.
Cons: A bit pricey

I am very picky about sound. For example, I returned my TV after I had bought it just because the sound sucked and bought a different more expensive TV just for the sound. For most people they wouldn't have cared. But for me, it's important, in order to ...

Pros: INCREDIBLE Sound. Great Build Quality. Excellent Design.
Cons: No 'off switch' - But that's it!

I heard these when I went to the Bose Factory Shop to buy my Wave CD (See my other review on this) and was impressed - a few weeks later I bought them!

The design is great and allows for two separate inputs, which you can mix via a 'fader' on...

Pros: Compact, excellent sound
Cons: Price, but you get the best

Well, I bought these speakers at Best Buy, so I was able to test multiple systems. I always had my eyes on the Bose, since I have a Lifestyle system and have found it to be bulletproof.
The price range is a little steep for some, but all medium...

Pros: Stylish choice of colors, deep bass, easy set up, headphone jack in front.
Cons: Too many cords, not portable, sound quality, is it really a Bose product?

I bought these speakers to compliment my new Dell Laptop. I usually use headphones for computer use, but sometimes, such as for DVD movies, I like to use speakers. I listened to these in the Bose store, and they sounded good. I decided to get them, and...

Pros: Everything Kicks a$$
Cons: Price is a bit steep, but your paying for the best.

History:

Very Recently my current multimedia speaker set was not enough for the games and mp3's that I have been playing on my pc. As a result I decided to use the pass down theory and give them to another family member in need and grab a new...

Pros: Great sound, and price. Sleek and stylish on your desktop.
Cons: No on/off button. No big deal turn volume all the way down

I bought these based on the name only and knowledge of their other great sounding Bose products, and ...

Pros: Easy, great sound, new low price
Cons: None

I have gone too long with lousy speakers on my computers, like much of the rest of the world. When I really want to hear music from my PCs, I either hook a laptop up to a "real" stereo, connect to my Tivoli PAL radio, or use (ugh) headphones.

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Pros: Good sound, solidly built, fits in a very small space.
Cons: Overpriced like all Bose speakers; no true surround sound. RCA cable is too short.

I have a very small computer desk and needed 2.0 speakers as I have no room for 5.1 surround sound setup. The Bose MediaMate speakers, which I bought at Sam's Club for about $60, sound great -- no distortion, decent sound quality, and compact enough to ...

Pros: Best two piece speakers. New lowered price.
Cons: Still pricey compared to other 2 pc systems.

I was looking for a two piece system last year. I ran across the Mediamate at a friend's place. They sounded great. When I went to a Bose store, they said they discontinued them.

I just visited a Bose store recently and they are back! With...

Pros: very good dont take up space
Cons: when i first got them they kept going off so i had to unplugg them and replug them in they dont do it anymore though

Now these speakers dont have very little bass but if you people would do some research before you buy speakers you would know that they are for clear rich sound and not for bass. I would rather have these than some cheap labtecs that by the way can kiss...

Pros: Simple, compact, convenient, price, SOUND, Bose.
Cons: None.

I bought these to replace my bulky satellite/bass box setup. What attracted me was the simplicity of setup (no sub) and the ability to add an additional input without having to unplug anything from the back of my computer tower. Unlike the first reviewer above, I am not an audiophile - if I were, I'm sure there are better and more expensive solutions. I wouldn't have wasted my time on Bose. My needs were simple: a good sounding near-field speaker system that sounded good. Bose delivered in a big way. "Near-field" meaning you are sitting in front of your computer = speakers are close. Bose sounded great for this. If you like simple and good sound, I'd give them a try. I bought mine from a Bose store and they let you try them for 30 days to see if they work out for you.

Pros: Crystal-clear sound. Great stereo separation. Impressive frequency range.
Cons: Ultra-low bass (as in things you'd only hear from a subwoofer) is inaudible.

Look, it's this simple:

If you want window-shattering bass and loud, circuit-shorting wattage, these are not the computer speakers for you.

If you want crystal clear, well balanced, pleasant looking, non space-hogging, easily controlled, tasteful computer speakers, look no further.

A previous reviewer seemed to have a pre-existing bias against Bose products. He has every right to say that Bose is not God's gift to home audio (most of their products are superb but there are also inevitably some stinkers). However, these speakers are an EXCELLENT choice for anyone but the adolescent headbanger/gangster rapper who needs a 200w subwoofer so he can annoy the neighbors. These speakers use similar technology to Bose's renowned waveradio, which in itself should be a dead giveaway that these sound BEAUTIFUL!

Pros: Small and light, full sounds spectrum, no clipping, attractive design
Cons: None

I have had these speakers now for about two months and I am very glad I bought them. I am buying another pair for my second computer. For $70 I can't imagine getting more. Sound quality is deep, clear and full. Never clips even at high computer volumes. Overall very pleasant sounding and makes sitting at the computer for hours enjoyable if you have a library of music. Does not compare to the sound of my 201s or 901s, and it shouldn't. But for what they are and the price I can't imagine better sound.

Pros: Sounds great, good price, bose Quality
Cons: None so far.

I got these at Sams club to replace some Z560's that I had. (Control box was going out & Logitech offers no replacement for them)

So I got these, I knew that I wouldn’t have the same bass, so I wasn't looking for the bass. But what I did want is the Sound Quality.

So far after using them for a month, all I can say is that they rock, they sound great. I notice that when I am listening to Jazz or Classical that there Strengths really shine. Having the dual inputs also helps quite a bit, I now have my computer & Pioneer Airware (xm2go) hooked into them and totally enjoy them during my hours playing WoW

Pros: Remarkable sound quality, remarkable sound quality, period.
Cons: None

This may come across as a bit odd but after all the accolades given above, I don't think there's much to add. The speakers are great! I honestly enjoy them so much that I want stay at my computer and work or play just to keep listening to my MP3 or streaming media. I refer to the Bose "Magic" and by that I mean when you're between two Bose speakers, you can almost believe you're hearing it live. Their company motto says a lot: Better Sound Through Research.

Pros: Great sound, good looking, can connect two sources
Cons: ummmm..... Expensive?

I'm writing to let everyone know that the new BOSE® COMPANION 2 are the new substitutes for the Media Mate PC Multimedia speakers. The BOSE® COMPANION 2 deliver crisp sound that can't be compared to any other brand of multimedia speakers. They are quite small like the Media Mate and the sound is excellent delivering clean sound for a small space like a small office or a bedroom. The speakers come with all the cables needed and they have dual imput and output so you can install your computer and another source. They are small and have a nice contemporary look. I mainly use them to hear MP3 of classical music but they sound great with other type of music.

I have had this speakers for almost 5 months now and I really recommend them.