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Bose TV Speaker (2nd Gen) 901067-1100

#3 · Best Compact One-Button Dialogue Bar
7.4 /10 Our score
Lowest verified price $199.00 Amazon
Our verdict
A good mainstream pick for seniors who want a no-fuss upgrade. Check the price across retailers before you buy.

Pros

  • One-button Dialogue Mode
  • HDMI cable included, TV-remote control via ARC/CEC
  • Dedicated speech tweeter
  • Bluetooth for phone and tablet audio
  • Compact size suits small and mid-size TVs

Cons

  • No adjustable dialogue levels
  • No independent lab test of its dialogue performance
  • Price varies widely between retailers
  • Limited repair or parts information

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Last reviewed October 28, 2026
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Review

What to know about Bose TV Speaker (2nd Gen) 901067-1100

A compact 23.5-inch all-in-one bar with a center tweeter dedicated to speech and a one-button Dialogue Mode that separates vocals from background audio. It connects by HDMI ARC (cable included) or optical and adds Bluetooth. A simple, senior-friendly step up from TV speakers; Tom's Guide picked it for its vocal enhancer.
Editorial notes

Why it stands out

Why we like it

Setup is plug-and-play, and the HDMI cable is now in the box. It supports CEC so your TV remote controls volume, and it needs no app. The cabinet is about 2.2 inches tall, so it sits under small and mid-size TVs without blocking the screen.

The dedicated speech tweeter and one-press Dialogue Mode make it the easiest bar here to operate.

What to know

Skip it if you want proven lab results or big bass. No independent lab test exists yet, and owners describe modest bass. Despite some listing titles, it is not a Dolby Atmos product.
Performance

Score breakdown

Dialogue clarity

How intelligible speech is in tested content (news, dramas, busy action mixes), as judged by independent testers. Center-channel performance counts here.

7.5
Dedicated speech tweeter and Dialogue Mode, with an editorial pick but no lab data.
Dialogue boost range & controls

Range and fine-tuning of speech enhancement (number of levels, AI or auto modes), plus volume leveling and night modes that help hard-of-hearing listeners.

5.5
Single on/off mode.
Ease of setup & use for seniors

Simple single-cable setup, TV-remote control via HDMI-ARC/CEC, a clear remote with big buttons, and no required app.

9.0
HDMI cable included, CEC control, no app needed.
Overall sound quality

Music and movie sound beyond dialogue (bass, naturalness at normal settings), so the bar suits the whole household.

7.0
Fuller than TV speakers. Limited bass without a sub.
Value

Dialogue performance per dollar at typical US street prices.

8.0
$199 on Amazon vs $299 list price.
Safety, energy & repairability

Recall history, idle power, availability of replacement remotes and power supplies, and renewed or refurbished options.

5.0
Neutral: no parts or idle-power evidence found. No recall for this model.
Specifications

Bose TV Speaker (2nd Gen) 901067-1100 specs

Specifications

Exact evaluated bar, subwoofer and surround configuration
TV Speaker (2nd Gen) bar only
Exact US model and regional suffix
901067-1100 (per Amazon listing)
Soundbar width
596 mm
Soundbar height
57 mm
Soundbar depth
106 mm
Meets editorial 800-mm width and 80-mm height filter
Yes
Full HDMI source inputs excluding ARC/eARC return port
0 ports
ARC/eARC, optical, TV-specific and adapter requirements
HDMI ARC/CEC (HDMI cable included) or optical
Physical remote, TV remote, account and app requirements
Included remote; no app mentioned, plug-and-play (Bose)
Compatible named optional subwoofer and surround configuration
Bose Bass Module 700 or Lifestyle Ultra Subwoofer (per Amazon listing)
Observed direct manufacturer selling price
299 USD
Listing, indexed listing, cart, delivery or conflicting-render status
Amazon $199 sold by Amazon (live); bose.com $299

Buying workflow

Workflow type
Standalone compact bar

Dialogue

Dialogue feature
Dialogue Mode
Dialogue enhancement levels
1 levels
Dedicated center channel / speech driver
Yes

Audio

Channel configuration
Left/right angled drivers + center tweeter (Bose)
Dolby Atmos
No
Separate subwoofer included
No

Connectivity

HDMI ARC/eARC
Yes
Optical input
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes

Size

Width
23.47 in
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AmazonLowest $199.00 $299.00 In Stock View deal
Walmart $199.00
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Best Buy $299.00
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Lowest verified price $199.00
30-day low $199.00
90-day average $215.67
90-day low $199.00

Based on 6 retailer price observations captured during the last 90 days.

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