Bose has introduced the Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system for computer users who enjoy movies, music, and games. With one simple USB connection, the system turns the computer into a complete entertainment hub, delivering today’s multi-channel audio content from just two visible speakers and a hideaway Acoustimass® module.
The new Companion® 5 system requires no software installation, no sound card upgrade, no adapters or complicated wiring for setup. With plug-and-play simplicity, it creates a desktop-theatre, providing much of the performance of a fully wired five-speaker system.
A new generation of proprietary TrueSpace® surround processing circuitry, developed specifically for computer applications, enables the system to deliver a vivid, immersive soundstage without using rear speakers; sound seems to come from beyond the enclosures themselves. This technology provides the 5.1 audio experience many games and movies are encoded to deliver, and also enhances the enjoyment of stereo music collections many people now store on hard drives.
The Companion® 5 system’s elegant speaker arrays come preassembled on stands for out-of-the-box setup. Angled for accurate performance, each array measures only 14.7cm wide and 9.7cm deep, fitting neatly and inconspicuously to the right and left of a computer monitor. The Acoustimass® module, which provides deep, accurate lows, can be hidden out of sight on the floor.
"The new Companion® 5 will nicely complement your desktop or laptop computer, without obtrusively adding equipment; so while you'll still get much of the experience that you expect out of a 5.1 surround system, you'll have just three speakers", said John Dodson, General Manager, Bose® Corporation, Middle East & Africa. John went on to say "the breakthrough proprietary TrueSpace® surround processing circuitry delivers an enveloping soundstage from two closely held speakers".
The small control pod puts system operation within easy reach, letting users adjust volume and access one-touch muting. It also offers a headphone jack and input for an additional audio source –- such as an MP3 player.
Bose proprietary integrated signal processing maintains accurate tonal balance even at low listening levels, ideal for users who listen in areas where louder volume could distract others. Music maintains depth and clarity, even when played softly in the office or during a late night at home.
"With the personal computer having overtaken all other mediums in being the primary source of entertainment in most homes these days, the new Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system with just two satellite speakers and a hideaway Acoustimass® module, addresses the need for having a single, yet unobtrusive system, capable of playing back 5.1 encoded audio as well as stereo sound", said Amit Gera, Area Manager, Bose® Corporation, Middle East & Africa. Amit went on to say "the Companion 5 connects to the computer through a single USB connection, without need for special adapters or any sound card upgrade."
The Companion 5 system is compatible with both PC and Mac platforms. For the best performance, Bose recommends Windows XP or later for PC users and OS X 10.4.6 or later for Mac users.
In addition to introducing the new Companion® 5 system, Bose has updated the Companion® 3 and Companion® 2 multimedia speaker systems. The Companion® 3 system, designed for premium stereo performance, comes with newly designed speakers now pre-positioned on stands. The Companion® 2 system, offering a simple yet high-quality speaker upgrade for computers or portable players, has also been refreshed with a new speaker design.
The Companion® 5 multimedia speaker system is available in graphite gray with silver trim. The announced minimum reselling price is AED. 1999. for more information visit: www.bose.com.
About Bose Corporation
Bose Corporation was founded in 1964 by Dr. Amar G. Bose. Today the company is one of the largest and best-known audio technology developers and product manufacturers in the United States and throughout the world. Bose is known for home entertainment speakers and systems, the Wave® products, premium automotive music systems, noise reducing headsets for consumers and pilots, and sound for public spaces.
