Bose SoundDock 10 Review

You can enjoy an additional sound source, such as an MP3 or DVD player, by connecting it to the system’s auxiliary input. A remote control operates the SoundDock 10 system, plays your iPod playlists and switches back and forth between your iPod and the connected source. There’s even an output for watching iPod video on your TV while listening to it on the system.

• Lifelike performance you simply have to hear to believe
• Deeper low notes from a newly designed woofer enhanced by Bose® waveguide speaker technology
• Auxiliary input for connecting your music phone, MP3 player or other audio device
• Compatible with all iPhoneTM and most iPod® models
• Optional Bluetooth® dock for playing your stereo Bluetooth® music phone

User Reviews: Bose actually aces one! Review Date: October 8, 2009
Reviewer: Mark A. Shallcross,

This is a very, very nice piece of hardware indeed. I had one of their 5-piece floor speaker systems from the mid 1990′s, and frankly, this sounds better than that. Not cheap, of course, and if you want detectable stereo separation stick with headphones. There are no controls on the unit itself – everything is done through the iPod menu, making it immediately familiar, either by twiddling the iPod itself or through a supplied remote.

Be nice if you could access more of the iPod menu tree from the remote rather than the primary emphasis on nexting thu playlists, not albums. You may next WITHIN an album though, but not within an artist. Oh well, time to hack together a bunch more lists. With 4500 tracks on the pod, I tend to go thru Music/Artists, and never spent a lot of time putting together lists other than a few I downloaded. Being middle-aged, I grew up listening to albums at a time, just my background I suppose. Cueing LP’s had overhead!

I now carry the iPhone around with me, making this the perfect resting place for my previously retired iPod classic. It does pack a decent punch, by the way – they do not publish output wattage but will draw a max of 150 watts input, whatever that translates to for output. Fills a cathedral-ceiling lr/dr nicely, with pretty kick-butt bass for it’s size.

This is the real Zeppelin (Led Zeppelin) of Ipod docks…Review Date: September 30, 2009

Reviewer: Anthony Edwards,

I have owned several high end speaker/dock units including GenevaSound’s L, B&W’s Zeppelin, Jamo’s i300 , as well as several Altecs, Logitecs, Bose SoundDock I, II, and Portable, and Soundmatters excellent FoxL mini speaker ($200.00) and many many more.

This is Bose at its very best. No balance, treble, bass, or surround control to dilute it’s audio signal. It is like hearing my Shure SE530 earphones for the first time…Pure Magic! I really think the SoundDock 10 even sounds better than the $600.00 asking price. One thing I’ve noticed, when you change iPods, the EQ setting goes back to off on which ever iPod you have just docked.

Reviewer:  Marg19461

Although this product costs as much as some mid-level entertainment systems, there are people out there, like my parents, who have no idea how to use multiple remotes, hook up different wires, and don’t really have any interest to do so but have joined the digital revolution by buying and learning how to use Ipods. That’s who this system if for in my opinion, people that just want superior, big sound from their Ipod/Iphone without the fuss of managing a multiple component entertainment system. Plus, it replaces large speakers and stereo equipment that some people don’t want taking up space in their family room or what have you. You can say that the smaller Bose Sounddock replaces a semi-portable shelf top system for a bedroom while this Sounddock 10 replaces a larger receiver and speakers system that might be used in a larger family room and kitchen. So in conclusion, obviously it’s not the best use of $600 for someone who knows their way around a stereo/entertainment system but it can’t be beat for a “plug and play” no fuss Ipod/Iphone speaker system that kicks out great sound. I think odds are that Bose will eventually reduce the price, I can’t imagine they are selling a ton of them in this economy.

The Sound is Incredible Review Date: September 21, 2009

Reviewer: M M, NYC

While this looks similar to the other Soundocks there are differences. I already own the portable Soundock, so it’s easy for me to compare the two.

I live in a NYC apartment and the living room is somewhat small. The SoundDock II and portable, which is what I have, is more than enough to fill my living room with outstanding sound. So if you have one of the other SoundDocks it’s probably more than enough. If you want this for a larger room go for it, it’s perfect. If you’re looking to buy a one for the first time and you don’t need portability and you don’t mind spending the extra money go for this unit instead of the SoundDock II. Granted, it’s $300.00 more. But it’s worth every penny. It’s heavy, it’s rock solid.

This new SoundDock 10 is made with what they call Wave Technology. The others are not and are much lighter in weight. This is close to 20 pounds while the other two are just under and over 5 pounds. While I don’t think it’s twice as good as the $300 SoundDock, I’m still keeping it. I have the portable one ($399.00)but I’m still gonna keep this one because I love the sound too much to return it.

Unless you need to have one that also runs on battery your choices are this SoundDock 10 and the original SoundDock II. The 10 is $599 and the II is $299. If money is not an issue go for this one. If money is an issue go for the less expensive one. You won’t be missing that much. Either way you’re in for a real treat with the quality of either one.

I need to be honest and let you know I’m prejudiced towards Bose. I have a lot of Bose stuff because I’ve always liked their sound quality compared to other brands. I’m also prejudiced in favor of Bose because I’ve never been let down by their products. They have an excellent return policy, and if you call customer service you are speaking with someone who speaks English in the United States and you get through rather quickly without hitting touch tone buttons for ten minutes.

Awesome …. Awesome … Awesome !!!! Review Date: November 5, 2009

Reviewer: M. Bhambhani,

Ordered it with one day shipping …. couldnt want (sic) for it, it is the most easiest setup, and sounds the best of the bose products till date. Have a home theater system, and also other speakers, but this one beats them all. The sound fills up the entire home, not only the room and the sound was only at 50% of the max!!

The clarity is amazing, and the bass just right for my ears.

It is an expensive piece, but then all bose products are !

Ohhhh yesssssssssssssss!, April 23, 2010

Reviewer:By Extropian “Heather” (Houston, TX)

I could be repetitive and say pretty much what everyone else is saying. But rather than do all that, let me just say, my friend walked into my house and I had music blasting. When she saw that it was this small radio and not some massive setup with surround sound, she did a double take. She has one too now. lol You can’t imagine how wonderful it sounds till you have it in your house. It sounds like I have a wild party, but it’s just this little desktop device. I LOVE IT!