Bose Soundlink Resolve II – Review Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Intro

Time to analyze a case specially created to spread sound 360 degrees. We are talking about the Bose Soundlink Resolve II, the hallmark of which is high sound quality spread multidirectionally. This stylish portable Bluetooth speaker offers above-average sound quality and long battery life. The speaker in question was manufactured by Bose, a U.S.-based company specializing in the production and dissemination of audio equipment of all kinds. The production of this company is characterized by products with excellent electronic components and high audio quality with a modern and innovative design.

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The Bose Soundlink Resolve IIimmediately stands out for its distinctive and elegant design, but above all for its very high sound quality. The materials are of very good quality and the overall quality is very high. This powerful and versatile portable speaker offers an all-around sound experience with high quality and 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 easy to carry around and it is quite durable and suitable for use outside the home.

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This speaker falls in the high end of bluetooth speakers and therefore provides high sound output and excellent power output. 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 8.2 x 8.2 x 15.2 cm in size and weighs about 660 g. Made of high quality materials, it mainly consists of a sturdy aluminum frame and a non-slip rubber base to hold it firmly on any surface. The eventual charging base, on the other hand, is made of durable metal. Given its weight and size, it is quite compact, but more importantly, it is really very elegant.

This case is small, has the size and dimensions of a cylinder, resembling a small air purifier. This case has a pitted layer of durable aluminum to promote sound release, there is also a double passive radiator in this area, with single down-firing transducer. The transducer is used to send sound downward where it will then be bounced back in all directions. It is a case that is easy to grab, slip into a backpack, and is quite drop-resistant, making it perfect for both home and outdoor use.

The power, playback and volume buttons are at the top of the case. Also typical of the Bose style is the rubber cover on top, which can smoothly withstand bumps and knocks. From here you can control Bluetooth pairing, source, and volume increase or decrease if you are not using the app.

There is a 3.5 mm port for wired listening, and there is a Micro USB type input for charging. If we do not want to charge it via cable, there is a charging base you have to buy it as an optional extra at your own expense or buy it together with the case for about 30€ more.

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

Technical and Additional Features

This speaker has excellent sound quality thanks in part to 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 8 watts RMS, which thus allows for a fairly powerful sound with a very good spread. Output response is also quite good with a range from 70 Hz to 20 KHz. It also has two passive radiators to boost and stabilize bass and a speaker with sound baffle that makes multidirectional sound possible.

Speaking of connectivity, it uses Bluetooth 5.1 and NFC that allows us to connect up to about 15 meters away, has a 3.5mm AUX input.

In terms of battery life, we are on a very good level as the battery life is about 15 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. In any case, the charging time is not too long, and we will be able to reuse it after a charge of about 3 hours.

This case is rated IP55 for dust and water intrusion, meaning it can survive water splashes but not freshwater immersion. We can also use the Bose Connect app to help us connect with other units. This speaker has a built-in microphone and voice assistant, supporting Alexa 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 €150 and €200, but given its high quality it is still very good value for money even at the high end.

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

Power output:	8 watts RMS
Outgoing response:	70 Hz – 20 KHz
Speakers	1 tweeter + 1 woofer
Autonomy:	About 15 h
Charging time:	3 h
Waterproof grade:	IPX55 resists water splashes and dust
Size and weight:	152 x 82 x 82 mm, 660 g
Connectivity:	Bluetooth 5.1 and NFC, has 3.5mm AUX input, no RCA input
Price:	Between 130€ and 180€
Additional features:	Has built-in microphone and voice assistant, supports Alexa, Bose Connect app to connect multiple units

General Benefits

This product was created by Bose to create a sleek line product with 360-degree audio. 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, which makes it not suitable for impromptu parties unless you have more than one, in which case by connecting them together the performance is very good. When we are not at a party, we can use it at any volume both indoors and outdoors.

Bass is moderately powerful and well handled with passive radiators, although other speakers in the same range handle it even better. The all-around sound, on the other hand, proves to be very balanced, its highs and lows blending and spreading very well.

Compared with the previous model, sounds and voices can be heard more clearly. In addition, it has good timbre and consistent dynamics regardless of device orientation. Especially the timbre of the upper spectrum is very good, with decent extension. The sound balance is very good, the content is well reproduced, and the directivity of multidirectional sound is also very good. Also, when using the jack to connect to video content, the audio-video latency is acceptable, and this is definitely a big pro.

This speaker is great for listening to most genres, but it is does its best work when listening to podcasts or connected to a TV or monitor. Performance however is very good even with music genres such as pop, hip-hop, blues and rock, it struggles a bit with genres that require high volumes such as tekno and psy-trance. This model is also perfect for those who are looking for a bluetooth speaker model with a sleek design and all-around sound diffusion.

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Value for money and availability

The Resolve II can be ordered from Amazon and the Bose website for €173 in Italy at the moment, its price usually fluctuating with deals between 150 and 200. 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 outdoor and party environments, as well as being very durable.

The price-performance ratio is good for a high-end product, although very good products can also be found in the mid-range and 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

Overall, the Resolve II is an excellent and complete speaker with a well-balanced sound, suitable mainly for home and outdoor activities with 360-degree sound diffusion. This speaker is primarily suited to podcasts and genres that do not require high volumes, and that is where it excels most, but it does well with most genres of music.

This speaker is economical for the high end compared to other Bluetooth speakers on the market, has a modern and stylish design , and is therefore perfect as an ornament. It has good dust resistance as well as water resistancewith IPX55, resisting water splashes but not diving. It is a case that is not too durable and very easy to carry around, combining compactness and performance. Also very interesting is its battery life, which allows us to use it up to even about 15 hours of playback.

Resolve II offers excellent multidirectional audio 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. Definitely as far as speakers with 360-degree audio are concerned, this is the best speaker from Bose for value for money.

Compared with other speaker brands, the Resolve II stands out for its crisp multidirectional sound, elegance, range, and excellent sound diffusion. A perfect speaker for listening to music both indoors and out, combining high quality all-around sound with excellent value for money.

Finaljudgments:

Design: 9/10

Sound Quality: 8.5/10

Sound power: 6.5/10

Resistance: 7.5/10

Autonomy: 8.5/10

Functionality: 8/10

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