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Bose Wave Music System IV Platinum Silver
Last Updated: April 11, 2022 (Refresh Now)
8.6
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
265
Unverified
77
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94.49 meters
SIZE
Yes
FM RADIO
Yes
BLUETOOTH
Review Analysis - 657 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
Sound
347sound, system, radio, cd, bose wave
+96%
-4%
" ... every day listening ... "
" ... Great sound, but highly questionable CD player (mechanics). ... "
" ... Bose does offer Wave Radio Sound Touch Music System IV that is Bluetooth enabled for $100 more than the Wave Radio Music System IV. ... "
" ... I already have two other Bose Music Systems which is the reason I bought a another one. ... I had two different music systems in my office and both quit working, so decided to go back to the quality and reliability of Bose. ... "
" ... We loved our old Bose Wave system but it was beginning to fail. ... Love the Bose Systems. ... "
" ... Sound equal to my $75 dollar micro stereo system. ... "
" ... The size is much smaller than my previous unit, & the sound quality much fuller. ... "
" ... This is my second Bose radio and I can tell you it has the highest sound quality ever. ... Turned up to the highest volume the sound remains true and clear. ... "
Usage
76easy to use, easy, buttons, system, room
+96%
-4%
" ... My 2nd Bose - for my living area. ... "
" ... I have positioned it on a sofa table in the center of my great room. ... "
" ... Good Sound and easy to use. ... "
" ... The sound quality is excellent and I can actually hear it throughout my small house. ... "
" ... I wanted the new version that has Bluetooth capability and utilize the old one in an upstairs bedroom. ... "
" ... My "old Bose" has buttons on the top and it is easier to program at night. ... "
" ... Easy to program. ... "
" ... Has great sound and is easy to use!!!!! ... "
Remote
59control, radio, bose, easy to use, controls
+81%
-19%
" ... While I appreciate the very clean, uncluttered look, I'm concerned we may misplace the remote and not be able to use the player. ... "
" ... The remote control is intuitive and easy to use (although there are no controls whatsoever on the Wave itself). ... "
" ... the Remote was still in its shrink wrap package . ... "
" ... The remote control is easy to use and the price was reasonable for what you get. ... "
" ... Sound of course excellent and remote works great. ... "
" ... It's a wonderful sound machine, but I really did not need another remote for anything! ... "
" ... CD’s play flawlessly the price is acceptable for the sound quality, but I would prefer a larger remote control. ... "
" ... In addition to having a remote control, it now has headphone connectivity. ... "
Marketplace
55amazon, product, returned, return, defective
+58%
-42%
" ... My new Bose Wave IV arrived within days of placing the order (before even the earliest delivery date shown when I placed the order). ... "
" ... Was so happy to find this one on Amazon! ... "
" ... Product was as advertised. ... Lucky the inside box was not damaged. ... "
" ... No flaws and packed perfectly safe. ... Timely receipt of the product. ... "
" ... We ordered espresso and received silver, but it was so nice didn't exchange it. ... "
" ... Exactly as described ... "
" ... I have ordered that and will update my review after I get it. ... "
" ... Arrived ahead of scheduled delivery date. ... "
Reliability
45working, bose, stopped working, defective, cd
+67%
-33%
" ... This is the third Bose I have had in the last 15 years. ... "
" ... Loved everything about that radio, but after 26 years it died suddenly. ... "
" ... I owned a Bose for nearly 20 years, so it was easy for me to order a new one when my original Bose started showing signs of attrition. ... "
" ... This new one replaced the one I had for over 30 years. ... "
" ... Use it daily while working. ... "
" ... I expect the same long-lasting excellence of my new system. ... "
" ... Wish we had bought it years ago. ... "
" ... This unit replaces an older model that stopped working properly--it's a terrific product. ... "
Body
40compact, size, space, small, system
+98%
-3%
" ... Like the sound and size ... "
" ... The size is much smaller than my previous unit, & the sound quality much fuller. ... "
" ... I didn’t expect such full sound from a little portable . ... "
" ... Compact enough to set anywhere. ... "
" ... It is compact, fairly easy to use, and although not inexpensive, produces great sound. ... "
" ... I have no room on my desk for the system - even though it is nice and compact. ... "
" ... I would love to have a changer that holds at least 3 cds. ... "
" ... It didn't have CD, but I was able to add portable one. ... "
Size
34compact, size, small, system, fits
+97%
-3%
" ... Compact enough to set anywhere. ... "
" ... Have a Bose 3 CD playing attachment that fit seamlessly. ... "
" ... The sound of it is amazing considering its size. ... "
" ... The quality of Sound that you get from the Bose System is unequal in my opinion to any other system of this size. ... "
" ... Like the sound and size ... "
" ... I didn’t expect such full sound from a little portable . ... "
" ... It didn't have CD, but I was able to add portable one. ... "
" ... Fits in a small space but has big sound and quality. ... "
Price
31worth the money, worth, waste, system, cost
+74%
-26%
" ... Quality outstanding great value ... "
" ... This system is worth every penny. ... "
" ... It is worth the money. ... "
" ... Worth the money. ... "
" ... Money well spent on my end.👌👌. ... "
" ... It is worth recommending ... "
" ... The price was amazingly low. ... "
" ... The price is higher than it should be ... "
Connectivity
28bose, device, music, devices, blue tooth
+71%
-29%
" ... Would like built-in network and Bluetooth at the price. ... "
" ... We thought this system was able to pick up wifi. ... "
" ... I love this newer model because of the additional USB hookups. ... "
" ... Just using the unit itself and not connected to other electronics. ... "
" ... I wish Bose would do more to make these more friendly to Bluetooth speakers and headphones. ... "
" ... I wanted the new version that has Bluetooth capability and utilize the old one in an upstairs bedroom. ... Have not had an opportunity to try blue tooth but very happy with purchase ... "
" ... With the advent of Bluetooth operated sound systems, this seems dated. ... "
" ... THEY ARE PERFECT LISTENING DEVICES - CANNOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD ABOUT THEM! ... "
Marketplace / Marketplace
23amazon, product, advertised, vendor, response
+78%
-22%
" ... Exactly as described ... "
" ... BTW, great 3rd party seller, too. ... "
" ... Just got our second! ... "
" ... Timely receipt of the product. ... "
" ... Great seller, very thoughtful. ... "
" ... I would not hesitate to buy from this seller in the future. ... "
" ... Excellent product, Works as advertised. ... "
" ... WITH ALL THAT IS GOING ON JUST WANTED TO SAY THAT AMAZON EMPLOYEES ARE DOING A GREAT JOB! ... "
Marketplace / Returns
19return, sent, replacement, item, years
+21%
-79%
" ... Sent it back. ... "
" ... We'll see how the return policy works. ... "
" ... Not what I expected item returned ... "
" ... I returned the Bose and now don’t see my replacement yet! ... "
" ... I sent an email to the seller but never got a response. ... "
" ... That's why I'm returning the unit because it's defective. ... "
" ... When I returned it to Amazon, I had to pay a $68 restocking fee! ... "
" ... The item did not work and had to be returned. ... "
Marketplace / Delivery
17arrived, delivery, fast delivery, shipped, seller
+94%
-6%
" ... Fast delivery as advertised. ... "
" ... Product was carefully packed, QUICKLY shipped. ... "
" ... Ordered and delivered very quickly. ... "
" ... Unit shipped immediately after my order was placed and arrived on time. ... "
" ... My new Bose Wave IV arrived within days of placing the order (before even the earliest delivery date shown when I placed the order). ... "
" ... VERY FAST DELIVERY. ... "
" ... The condition was exactly as described, and works perfectly. ... "
" ... It arrived in pristine condition. ... "
Design
12sound, sleek, good, design, love
+100%
" ... I love the sound and the looks ... "
" ... It also looks good. ... "
" ... It is very attractive in a very subtle way. ... "
" ... The sound is perfect, and it looks so sleek and nice. ... "
" ... Looks good to. ... "
" ... I liked the appearance of this product. ... "
" ... But that aside I deal with tiny print. ... "
Marketplace / Defective Delivery
9box, unit, damaged, returned, item
+22%
-78%
" ... Mine however was defective out of the box. ... "
" ... I hung on to the box for 2 weeks in case it was faulty. ... "
" ... FOR A DEFECtiVE MACHINE? ... "
" ... This one seems defective. ... "
" ... That's why I'm returning the unit because it's defective. ... "
" ... The item was defective and had to be returned ... "
" ... This unit was defective. ... "
Clock
6alarm, complicated, clock radio, cd player, cd
+67%
-33%
" ... Playing CDs to sleep by, alarm, listening to music, clock ... "
" ... Able to add CD to listen to or use for the Alarm clock! ... "
" ... Perfect for my kitchen or anywhere as it has has alarm. ... "
" ... So far I am pleased with the product and the features of clock, radio and cd player. ... "
Cleaning
6cd, sometimes, player, may, clean
+50%
-50%
" ... Sometimes, wiping the cd excessively helps, sometimes it doesn't. ... "
" ... Especially when you are dusting it! ... "
" ... So I now have a $500 dust catcher on my bookcase. ... "
Battery
6restocking, fee, charges, charged, adapter
+50%
-50%
" ... Charges $120 restocking fee for returns! ... "
" ... I returned it to Whisshops and was charged a restocking fee. ... "
" ... I returned it and they charged me 15% restocking fee. ... "
Marketplace / Product As Described
4product, exactly
+100%
" ... Product was as advertised. ... "
" ... Excellent product, Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Absolutely as advertised! ... "
" ... Exactly as described ... "
Software
3error, would, tried, playable, play
+33%
-67%
" ... That would be like buying a TV that couldn’t use streaming apps. ... "
" ... The error message said "Not Playable". ... I googled this error message and tried to follow the steps, but it did not make sense. ... "
Network
3reception, house
+33%
-67%
Features
3features, top, one, feature
+100%
" ... I have used a very similar system but this is really handy to have the on/off feature on top of it. ... "
" ... The new one is equally great sound, maybe even better as I get to acquainted with some new features. ... "
" ... I love the features on the new models. ... "
Battery / Charging
3adapter
+67%
-33%
" ... I had to purchase an adapter for that at far less than Bose charges for their adapter. ... "
" ... They charged actual shipping costs saving me almost $20. ... "
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Specifications
Body
Size: 94.49 meters
Connectivity
FM Radio: Yes
Bluetooth: Yes
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