Bose Soundlink Micro – Review Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Intro

Today we analyze a speaker released in 2017 that is still considered one of the top of the line when it comes to small bluetooth speakers. We are talking about the Bose Soundlink Micro, whose hallmark is its extremely high sound quality despite its extremely compact size.

This small portable Bluetooth speaker offers superior sound quality and long battery life. The speaker in question was produced by Bose, a U.S.-based company famous for manufacturing and distributing audio equipment. This company’s production has always featured products with excellent electronic components and high audio quality with a modern and innovative design.

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The Bose Soundlink Microis immediately distinguished by its very small size, but in relation to this its very high sound quality is amazing. The materials are of very good quality and the overall quality is very high. This portable speaker can offer sound quality, powerful bass and excellent sound diffusion.

It is equipped with a sound system with a woofer and a tweeter, which allows any frequency of sound to be heard optimally. Its shape and size make it able to be taken anywhere and in any situation, it is also very durable so we do not have to be afraid to use it at the beach or in the rain.

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This speaker falls in the mid-range of bluetooth speakers and thus provides very good sound performance as well as excellent value for money. In this article we will take an analytical look at the various characteristics of this product so that we can understand what are the major qualities that set it apart.

Size, Weight, Shape and Design

This beautiful case is about 9.91 x 9.91 x 3.56 cm in size and weighs about 290 g. Made of high-quality materials, it is mainly composed of a sturdy structure made of durable plastic. The plastic iscompletely coated with top-quality silicone that provides excellent grip and is soft. There is also a tear-resistant silicone strap, and there is also a metal grille covering the acoustic drivers. The strap also acts as a non-slip rubber base to ensure a firm grip on different surfaces and resist accidental drops. The weight and size are extremely compact, plus it is really very durable and has a nice design.

This speaker has very small dimensions, it has the size and dimensions of a flattened cube . This crate has a layer of strong metal pitted to help release sound, there is also a passive radiator in this area. This element increases bass presence without compromising the compact size of the speaker. It is a case that is easy to grasp, slip into a backpack or clip onto it and is quite drop-resistant, making it perfect for both home and outdoor use.

The power, and Bluetooth pairing buttons are at the top of the case, here there is also an indicator that tells us the charge of the case. Other buttons such as the volume up and down buttons are on the front of the case. There is also the multifunction button here with which we can initiate voice commands and use Siri and Google Assistant. The 3.5 mm port for wired listening is not present; for charging the speaker there is a Micro USB type input.

This model has a very simple power button, which creates a clean and essential look that we can call sleek and modern. It is in fact not only a portable Bluetooth speaker for use outside the home but also a small piece of furniture for the rooms of a modern home.

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Technical and Additional Features

This speaker has excellent sound quality due to the audio technology and also the built-in woofer and tweeter. These are speakers dedicated to reproducing the low and high frequencies of the audio range. The output power is in the average range of 3.5 watts RMS, which thus allows for a fairly powerful sound with a very good spread. Fairly decent output response as well with a range from 110 Hz to 20 KHz. It also has two passive radiators to boost and stabilize bass.

Speaking of connectivity, it uses Bluetooth 4.2 which allows us to connect up to about 10 meters away; it does not have a 3.5mm AUX input.

In terms of battery life, we are on a good level as the battery life is about 7 hours of playback. Clearly this parameter is calculated with an average volume of music, if we use the speaker at maximum volume we should expect a few hours less playback. The charging time is not too long, and we will be able to reuse it after a charge of about 3 hours.

This speaker is IP67 rated for dust and water intrusion, meaning it can survive immersion in fresh water for no more than 30 minutes. Essential to use the Bose Connect app to help us connect with other units and have many additional features available. This speaker has a microphone with noise reduction and a built-in voice assistant, supporting Siri and Google Assistant. Allows you to answer calls and access the device’s default voice assistant directly from the speaker. We can also use the microphone to control music with voice commands.

It is usually priced between €80 and €120, but given its high quality it is still very good value for the mid-range.

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Let’s look at a brief summary on the Technical Characteristics:

Power output:	3.5 watts RMS (we can increase volume with the Bose Connect app)
Outgoing response:	110 Hz – 20 KHz
Speakers	1 tweeter + 1 woofer
Autonomy:	About 7 h
Charging time:	3 h
Waterproof grade:	IPX67 resists dust and immersion in fresh water
Size and weight:	35 x 99 x 99 mm, 290 g
Connectivity:	Bluetooth 4.2, no 3.5mm AUX input, no RCA input
Price:	Between 80€ and 120€
Additional features:	Has built-in microphone and voice assistant, supports Alexa and Google Assistant, Bose Connect app to connect multiple units

General Benefits

This product was created by Bose to create a micro-cassette of the highest quality and excellent sound power. This speaker offers excellent performance when it comes to audio quality thanks mainly to the tweeter, woofer, and audio technology. In terms of sound power, it is not very powerful, but it reaches a much higher volume through the Bose Connect app. With this app we can also connect other Bose speakers to increase the reach of music.

The bass is very powerful and well managed with passive radiators despite the size, it seems impossible but this speaker achieves more power than even much larger and more expensive products. The bass is really very good partly because of the passive radiators. Therefore, for sound, one has the feeling that one is dealing with a much larger speaker than it seems.

Thus, in a very small speaker we have aquality and power that is absolutely off the charts. Sounds and voices can be heard very crisply, low and mid frequencies are very well equalized, others are also very crisp and bright. The volume can be enhanced by changing the settings from the Bose Connect App, and this is definitely an added value; we can customize other aspects of the sound as well.

This speaker is great for listening to most genres; it does its best work when listening to genres such as hip-hop, trap, dance, and electronic music. Performance, however, is very good even with music genres such as pop, blues, and rock. This model is also perfect for those who are looking for a bluetooth speaker model that is very compact but has excellent sound output. At this size it still remains impossible to find a better speaker.

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Value for money and availability

The Soundlink Micro can be ordered from Amazon and the Bose website for €95 in the UK at the moment, its price usually fluctuates with deals between €80 and €120. It has a good price for a Bluetooth speaker, particularly when compared with other models on the market. This is more than just a speaker, however, as it is produced primarily for its compact size and for use in any situation.

Value for money is very good for a mid-range product, although very good products can also be found in the budget range. As for availability, in Italy and Europe it is quite easy to find this case, both online and in electronics stores.

Conclusions and Final Judgment

In conclusion, the Soundlink Micro is a very small but complete speaker with very high sound quality; it is perfect for outdoor activities and even though it is tiny it can be heard very well. This speaker adapts somewhat to all genres of music but especially to hip-hop, trap and electronic music, which is where it excels most.

This speaker is very good value for money for the mid-range compared to other Bluetooth speakers on the market, has a modern and stylish design , and is also good as an ornament. It has good dust resistance as well aswater resistance with IPX67, withstanding immersion in fresh water for up to 30 minutes. This is an extremely durable case that is very easy to carry around, can be clipped anywhere, and combines compactness and performance. Its battery life is incredible in relation to its size, and we can use it for up to about 7 hours of playback.

Soundlink Micro offers excellent audio and volume considering its small size, bass is good thanks to the woofer and two passive radiators that do their job well. In general, the audio mix is also well balanced, rich and enveloping. Indispensable is the use of the Bose Connect App to manage extra features and increase the volume of the speaker even more. Surely this is still the best micro-case on the market.

Compared with other speakers, the Soundlink Micro stands out for its super-compact size, durability, light weight, powerful volume, and excellent sound quality. A perfect speaker for listening to music both indoors and out, combining high sound quality in a very small size with excellent value for money.

Finaljudgments:

Design: 9/10

Sound Quality: 8.5/10

Sound power: 8/10

Endurance: 9/10

Autonomy: 7/10

Functionality: 8.5/10

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