Bose SoundTouch 10
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
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Wonderful bathroom radio - good Multiroom entry
In my search for a modern bathroom radio, I found the SoundTouch 10. Perhaps the classic "catch" on the part of Bose for an entry-level multi-room product :)
The deciding factor for the purchase decision was ultimately my trust in Bose and the 6 preset buttons. I still find this one of the best features of the device. These can be assigned to playlists (DLNA streaming), internet radio stations or "external" apps such as Spotify on the app as desired - 6 selection options are wonderfully sufficient for me.
Finally, Spotify is controlled via the Spotify app -> Spotify Connect. I think sooner or later there will only be Spotify Connect on all devices. Spotify doesn't want to have the app "taken away" from it. However, the operation is extremely fast and has no unattractive restrictions. It also makes the Bose app easier to use.
Further to the sound: Bose calls it "top sound" itself - I find the quality good. The SoundTouch can't be held responsible for the rubbish internet radio quality, but what it produces is really very good. You either like the Bose sound or you don't - the most important thing in my opinion is the bass reflex port on the back of the unit. If you put the box too close to the wall (or have to put it too close to the wall), it booms noticeably. However, 20 cm further away from the wall is already enough to remedy this.
Finally, a quick word about the set-up. It is really easy and quick to set up. The app ratings in the Google Play Store are not to be taken too seriously. The app is absolutely stable and easy to use, I don't know which idiot writes these reviews :) You download the app, start up the radio. The app finds the radio itself, you create an account, tell the radio which WLAN to use and what its name should be. That's it... You have to be able to do that today!Pro
- Set up very quickly (even if you don't have an account)
- good app - especially fast and trouble-free
- High-quality workmanship
- Good remote control
Contra
- No white mains cable included
Recommended if you have Spotify
Sound more than correct for the format.
Small disappointment that the only way to listen from an iPhone is through bluetooth: No Airplay
Remote control welcome with programmable shortcuts from the application.
The application can sometimes limit what we would like to do with the speakerPro
- Sound
This review was created for a different variant: SoundTouch 10 (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
Good multi-room system
Good quality, good sound, app sometimes a bit "bitchy".
Pro
- Sound
- Processing
- Control
Contra
- App sometimes loses connection
This review was created for a different variant: SoundTouch 10 (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
More than satisfied
I bought the device 3 years ago and am very satisfied. I had a little trouble with the app, but fortunately it's not necessary. Sound smooth, good bass, almost a little too much, which is why the volume is never at maximum. But all in all, very good, good investment.
Pro
- Robust
Contra
- Handling a little complicated at the beginning
This review was created for a different variant: SoundTouch 10 (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
Also suitable for customers who want nothing to do with IT.
I bought this unit because it also has control buttons on the unit. On/off, volume up/down and six pre-programmed buttons.
So I don't have to get out my smartphone or tablet every time. There is also a Bose remote control included, which has the same layout with the six buttons. The buttons can then be pre-programmed via the app.
I also like the fact that the power supply is already built in. So you don't have to hide it away. The power cable of the white Bose is also white. The housing is of high quality and also seems to be light-resistant.
The sound is surprisingly good for the small housing and the installation and operation via the Bose app went without a hitch.
If you have a WLAN with a range extender, you have to make sure that the Bose box also connects to the extended WLAN, i.e. that it is on the same WLAN as the smartphone with the Bose app.
By the way, it is elegant that you can also use the volume up/down buttons on the side of the smartphone.
The price is steep, but you forget that because it's fun to use.Pro
- Operation
- High quality workmanship
- Buttons on the unit and built-in power supply.
Contra
- Price
Recommendable music box as far as price and performance are concerned. For a little more bang, a subwoofer would probably have to be planted in the system.
The Bose Soundtouch 10 is a cool piece of equipment. For its size, it's amazing what it's capable of. Perfectly adequate for sound reinforcement at home in the living room. Bass should be a bit more, but for a speaker of this size it's more than enough.
The connection to the home network could be a little easier. I was also unable to access my iTunes music library for a long time. After a long search, I found the check mark on ITunes that must be set to have access authorisation.Pro
- The size
- Sound for this size
- Price / Performance top
Contra
- Connection to the network
This review was created for a different variant: SoundTouch 10 (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth)
6 out of 67 reviews
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