Bose Soundlink Micro Speaker Review
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- Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
- Bose’s audio products almost never fail to disappoint and you don’t have to look any further than the company’s most recent products launched over the past couple of years. All the products under the QuietComfort umbrella are mighty competitive while their speaker products impress in both looks and performance. However, if you take a look at their current product portfolio (at least at the time of writing), you’ll notice at least one product that’s been around for more than 5 years. I’m talking about the Bose SoundLink Micro which serves as the company’s smallest and most affordable Bluetooth speaker.
While I’m wondering why hasn’t Bose launched a successor, I suspect the answer could be this little speaker is such a popular seller and people are so happy with it, Bose doesn’t need to re-invent the wheel. We’ll see about that… In this review I’ll test it out to see how it sounds and what it’s like to set up and use, as well as any special features it has. I’ll also take a quick comparison to see how does it hold up against the sub-$120 / $150 CAD category of increasingly impressive Bluetooth speakers like the JBL Go 3 and House of Marley Get together Mini.
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Bose SoundLink Micro Review
What do you get with Bose SoundLink Micro
Unboxing the Bose SoundLink Micro feels like opening a time capsule as the speaker has this sort of vintage rugged look with the same classic Bose logo you’ve seen for the past few decades. The design isn’t flashy, but if you check out the SoundLink Flex I reviewed last year, you’ll see Bose keeps it high and tight when it comes to the style and colourways. Think of Bose as more Jamie Lee Curtis, less Doja Cat.
What also makes the package really feel like a time capsule is the USB-A to micro-B charging cable that comes with the speaker. Not entirely Bose’s fault as Bose launched this speaker back in late 2017 but it’s 2023 and we are in an age where charging adapters and even some powerbanks only have a USB-C port. Take this into strong consideration especially considering that you’ll likely use this for traveling.
Onboard controls
The Bose SoundLink Micro keeps things simple with a small, clicky 3-button array positioned on the speaker’s upper face just above the grill. The “+” and “-“ predictably adjust the volume while the center button commands the usual play/pause function and doubles as an answering button if the paired phone is receiving a call. Quickly pressing this button twice or thrice triggers a next or previous music track if the connected device is playing a playlist.
Set up Process
Setting up the Bose SoundLink Micro is as easy as pressing the physical power button on the top of the speaker and waiting for a voice prompt indicating that the speaker is “ready to connect.” If you’ll pair it to a smartphone, Bose recommends you download the free Bose Connect app as it will guide you through the steps in pairing the speaker. There is a physical Bluetooth button as well in case you want a little less fuss. I was connected via Bluetooth in about 3 seconds.
Connections/Ports
The only port you’ll find on the Bose SoundLink Micro is the aforementioned microUSB port. Although the port lacks a cover, the entire speaker unit is still IP67-rated making it waterproof and dustproof while withstanding extreme temperatures.
The silicone exterior does give it a confident rugged feel and could make up for the dated Bluetooth 4.2 specification if you don’t mind the maximizing Bluetooth range peaking at roughly 30 feet or 9 meters.
What makes the Bose SoundLink Micro really stand out is its clever tear-resistant strap on the back and you might not notice it at first since it looks like a flat and extra design accent. Just lift the bottom tab of the strap on the back to unclip it so you can attach it to a bike or something.
Sound Quality: Bose SoundLink Micro
Battery Life/Charging
A nice little detail of the Bose SoundLink Micro is the five, small battery light indicators. Because Bose rates the battery capacity at around 6 hours, you can consider each light as an hour, giving you a surprisingly helpful hint on how much juice the speaker truly has left before you need to recharge.
Charging a fully drained speaker takes about 4 hours and you chop down an hour of charging time if you use a 1.5-amp or higher charging adapter. Four hours is a bit long, considering the total battery life isn’t much more than that, but fortunately, you can continue using the speaker while it is charging.
Overall review: Bose SoundLink Micro Bluetooth Speaker
I’m a musician and I went through years of drama with Tascam, Olympus, H1N1’s, fussy microphone placement, tangles of power supply cords, et cetera, just to get a half way decent room recording of rehearsals. Results were mixed, especially of the low frequencies. For about 4 years now, I ONLY use two devices to record and for playback; my iphone and the microlink. My fellow musicians continue to be blown away by the playback quality of our rehearsal tunes.
I have two of these speakers now, bought one for my son about two years ago, and am about to buy one for my parents.
I hope Bose doesn’t try to fix what isn’t broken.
That's terrific, thanks so much for sharing your experience!
I’ve got a few of the Bose Sound link Micro speakers they are amazing 🤩
How is the bass??
I love this review! Straight to the point no BS and I love the fact that you played Lavender Haze By TSwift lol
😁😁😁
I guess it's a sign for me to get this right now. I came here for some reviews to help me decide! Thanks for this, really helpful!
Perfect! And thank you so much, glad to hear it!
I really hope that Bose does not make major changes to this speaker. Ok..changing the charging port would be ok but in my opinion, there is not a more rugged and portable speaker out there that has this quality of sound. This speaker is the first thing that goes in the suitcase when we go literally anywhere (for tropical vacations 2 of these speakers go with us and we link them in stereo mode using the Bose app).
That bike handle bar you tried clipping onto was quite substantial. The speaker easily clips onto mine and is great company when out for a ride. We also clip it on to patio umbrellas, palopas on vacation, chain link fences, golf carts etc. etc. etc.
I bought my first Micro when it first came out and it recently bit the dust, so 6 years of pretty much constant use and abuse and we wore out the battery (it won't charge anymore) so a replacement will be ordered soon when Black Friday sales kick in. Sadly we won't be able to replace the orange colour!
To me the best thing about this speaker is how rugged it is. We've dropped it countless times and the rubber exterior does a great job of absorbing the blow. I can't imagine dropping the House of Marley speaker.
This speaker is so universally loved in our family that we now have 6 scattered throughout the family. Couldn't recommend it enough!
I would love to attempt a repair on that for you!
I like the Mini USB vice USB-C input. I have a small USB battery pack that will help keep this speaker going during a weekend, on the road, or even during a power outage.
For best sound effect.. let it sit in the corner facing and about one feet away from the wall. Try it
hi , can the micro connect to two devices at a time .?
I got this one, on monday for $50 cad. I was amazed for it's size. 😍
Right!?
@@ErinLawrenceTV yeah, some people didn’t know that Bose speakers has more deeper bass than any any speaker’s. you can hear and feel it even it’s low volume.
Great Review! Can you give out the titles of the songs you played 😊
Just got one at the pawn shop for 60 bones. Sounds great
Excellent!
What a great review. Excellent speaker (Erin, not Bose), and mentioned high points and not-as-high points. I just bought a Flip6 but realized it's too big for my bicycle rack. So without even testing it, I'll be exchanging it for one of these bad boys in the morning. Too bad on no aux input tho. I'm the only guy at the gym that still carries old school, wired, no- Bluetooth mp3 players. Guess it's time to upgrade...sigh
Thank you so much!
Can you answer calls from it ?
The strap on this actually works great - even on golf carts. Just stretch it a little! This is why I won't be "upgrading" to their newer models.
Perfect!
First time seeing a Canadian accent review, you guys really say out as oot🤣 , reminded me of Himym🤣
No doot aboot it.
Love the Jamie Lee Curtis reference!
Thanks for the review, very helpful
I'm so glad!
Great review of the speaker, rhank you
Great video it needs usb c and needs new vibrant colors and upgraded sound and power I love the JBL clip 4 and Marshall Willen excellent sound. Bose needs to step it up.
I agree with you
@@ErinLawrenceTV you give a great informative video presentation always I’m a big BOSE fan I have their products all over the home but as to Bluetooth speakers they take a long time to upgrade they did 2 new colors of the micro no upgrade other then color I love the orange one the best. JBL GUVES THE COLORS the sound upgrades all around every 2-3 years the micro 2017 geez. The big three I’m loyal too Bose JBL and SONY BUT TRIBIT AND SOUNDCORE ARE REALLY GOOD TOO WHAT A COMPETITIVE MARKET I LOVE IT TRIBIT HAS A NEW SPEAKER COMING OUR STORMBOX FLOW SEPT 18 looks just like the flex 25 watts of power I can’t wait list for 80.00
I still can't find anything better than bose soundlink micro.
Glad to hear this is still a solid pick!
i would say its extremely extremely difficult to find speakers as small as the bose soundlink micro with drivers that even come close in terms of quality of sound........
hell i would say its even better than most mid sized JBL or ultimate ears junk.....
its a pity it hasnt had an update after all these years,i was hoping bose could come up with something even more brilliant...
..this Bose is excellent. Just don’t drop it because it change the quality of the sound
Hahaha!
This model 2015? Today 2024
Anything new in coffee machine videos?
Have a new one coming later this week in fact.
how incredibe traveling.
Bose is the best
Do you own a Bose speaker? If so, which one?
Thank you.
Thanks for checking this one out, Ron! I hope you are well!
I bought this for $20 brand new from Facebook market place
Great video and review but I saw micro ant 🐜
I was waiting for someone to comment on that.
Yesss!🍷
just because it says its water proof dont dumb it on water