Acoustic Audio AA5172
Score: 71/100
Bose TV Speaker
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Bose TV Speaker is an ultra-slim 3-channel soundbar delivering clear dialogue with a dedicated tweeter and simple HDMI ARC/optical setup. Its lack of a built-in subwoofer and absence of Wi-Fi or Dolby Atmos limit bass depth and future-proofing. Ideal for small rooms and budget-conscious users needing basic TV audio enhancement.
The Acoustic Audio AA5172 delivers 700 W of 5.1-channel power with a range of wired and Bluetooth inputs, making it a solid budget home-theater solution. However, it lacks independent verification and is geared toward wired setups, limiting flexibility. Best suited for users who already have a receiver and want an affordable, feature-rich system.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6best | 3 | |
20 Hzbest | — | |
700 Wbest | — | |
5 inbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 20 lb | 8.2 lbbest |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
8best | 3 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Audio(1) | ||
Audio Channels | 6 | 3 |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Bluetooth Version | Yes | 4.2 |
General(2) | ||
Warranty (years) | Lifetime years | 1 years |
Included Accessories | 8 | 3 |
Build & Design(2) | ||
System Weight (lb) | 20.0 lb | 8.2 lb |
System Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 31.2×33.3×17.0 cm cm | 5.6×59.4×10.2 cm cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Bose TV Speaker for its ultra-slim profile, straightforward HDMI ARC/optical setup, and strong dialogue enhancement, positioning it as the top budget soundbar for 2025. They acknowledge its expandability with a wired subwoofer but note the lack of built-in bass, Wi-Fi, and Dolby Atmos as clear limitations compared to higher-end Bose models.
Everyday users consistently highlight the ease of Bluetooth pairing and the clear speech improvement for everyday viewing, while repeatedly mentioning confusion over listed dimensions and a desire for deeper bass. Overall sentiment is positive for basic TV audio upgrades but tempered by expectations for more robust low-frequency performance.
“Best budget sound bar for 2025”
“Easy pairing and music streaming via Bluetooth from phones”
