I see what you are talking about "echo_" i personally havent done any research on boes, but they are known "worldwide" if ya no what i mean. and honestly, i havent heard too much bad reputation about bose.
but im not lookin into buying excellent quality speakers at the time, so when i do, im sure i will do a lot more research for the most "bang for my buck"
but thanx for the heads up, im glad you mentioned that to me, cuz i wouldnt have done too much research if i didnt hear some negatives about Bose...
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