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product_id: 1299113
title: "Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System"
brand: "bose"
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category: "Bose"
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# Compact 3.54"D x 4.72"W x 8.66"H design TrueSpace stereo digital processing Precision volume control pod Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System

**Brand:** bose
**Price:** C$35497
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your workspace sound—because your ears deserve the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System by bose
- **How much does it cost?** C$35497 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ni](https://www.desertcart.ni/products/1299113-companion-20-multimedia-speaker-system)

## Best For

- bose enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bose brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Room-Filling Clarity:** Bose TrueSpace tech delivers a wide, natural stereo soundstage from just two sleek speakers—no bulky subwoofer needed.
- • **Plug & Play Versatility:** Includes headphone jack, aux input, and all necessary cables—seamlessly integrates with your PC or phone for instant upgrade.
- • **Effortless Audio Mastery:** Touch-sensitive control pod with smooth volume dial and instant mute—command your soundscape with a tap.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Precision:** Active electronic equalization balances lows, mids, and highs for pristine clarity—ideal for classical, jazz, and nuanced audio.
- • **Sleek Minimalism Meets Power:** Space-saving design fits perfectly on your desk or bookshelf while pumping out rich, balanced bass and crystal-clear highs.

## Overview

The Bose Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System is a premium two-piece desktop audio solution featuring Bose TrueSpace stereo digital processing for wide, natural sound. Its compact design eliminates the need for a subwoofer while delivering powerful bass and crystal-clear audio. Equipped with a touch-sensitive control pod for precise volume adjustments and mute, it supports headphone and auxiliary inputs, making it a versatile upgrade for PCs and phones. Ideal for professionals seeking audiophile-quality sound in a sleek, space-saving package.

## Description

NOTE: Please refer to Owner's Guide for troubleshooting questions, which can be found on page 17.

Review: Brilliant clarity, but it requires excellent source. - First off - the quality is brilliantly clear - period. The bassis remarkable for such small speakers, my friends were initially looking for the sub-woofer because the deep, thunderous nuances were so well pronounced. If your picky about the clarity over anything else than your on the right track looking at the Bose Companion 20's. This needs to made very clear - the type of music you listen to is going to need to be taken into consideration. The companion 20's do their best work with classical (orchestrated) music or similar live instrumental styles. I'm listening to Barbra Streisand's 'Love Is The Answer' album now which is mostly a type of smooth jazz, and every key and nuance is being reproduced extremely well with excellent bass response. Earlier I was sampling different types of music from techno, hard rock to a variety from the 60's. The speakers did not fair well with the hard rock and techno as I expected. It seemed the trebles were fine but they lack in the hard hitting drum type sounds. Do not let this discourage you though, as some music really needs a large sub woofer regardless. The spoken word and dialogue without music was perfectly crisp with detail beyond the immediate sounds. You really feel as though you are there. Alternate tests were done with LP recordings (rendered at 24bit 96Khz far beyond CD quality) - once again the companion 20's nailed analogue audio perfectly. I personally did not plug the speakers into any source and just fire away. After reading other reviews that rate the Companion 20's sub-par; I'm concerned that too many people blindly listen to music not realizing their source (mostly the DAC in the computers) is inferior for these speakers. I purchased a Creative Labs Sound Blaster Go Pro! THX certified external sound card ($34) before reviewing these speakers which I would recommend to anyone for utmost clarity. The THX modes on the Go Pro! lift up the bass to a much more appropriate level retaining lower notes (such as ones produced with a cello) that would have been lost with my inferior on-board sound system. Remember this before jumping to conclusions if you buy these. Not all audio sounded the same. I placed the companion 20's on the sides of a TV in my bedroom and watched different scenes from movies (Prometheus, Silence of The Lambs, various James Bond films) which were great - while the best audio experience was about 5' in front of the sound system which makes me think they would be very well suited on a bookshelf at about ear level also. While I listen to them now on the computer about 2.5' in front of me in a smaller environment, I need to push myself back some to get the full range appropriately but this is nit picking. Oh, the volume level was much more than sufficient as well. Overall the volume dial is fantastic and made with mostly aluminum parts with a rubber dial, that which if you touch the top of the Bose imbossment on the top it will shut the unit off and on. It came with a male-male 3.5mm cable for PC or pereferal connectivity. All cables were also about 3' long on each speaker which was more than enough. The only thing I could think of that I wish it came with was a digital audio in of some sort but I honestly doubt you would notice a difference being so close to the audio source (digital and fiber optic cables are mostly beneficial when near electrical sources such as a home theater besides). The build quality of the speakers is what should be expecte from Bose - the speakers are a mixture of metal and some plastic, they feel very, very solid and are slightly heavy (as expected with the driver is has). In the end I highly recommend the Companion 20 mostly for the audio reproduction accuracy and overall clarity. Another great product from an American company.
Review: Pretty much the best for their size - I have experience working in audio/visual so think my review might help those trying to make up their mind. By the way, these come highly recommended from other people I know in the audio business who use them at home on their computers. I run a streaming radio station from my bedroom. Space is at a premium at the home made radio rack in the corner of the room. That meant the JBL powered monitor speakers were not going to fit in the space available for the studio monitors. I was looking for studio monitors to replace the existing Bose Solo 5 that rested underneath dual monitors. What I didn't like about the Solo 5 was the lack of channel separation and relatively low bass at low sound levels. Seems that this was made to be used at higher levels in a larger space to reach its potential. Right off the bat the super plus is the volume control pod. Smooth and almost infinite level of adjustments with emergency mute by just touching the top to turn it off. I wouldn't be needing the headphone jack or aux input as the switching for those devices is handled prior to the signal into the Bose Companion 20. Of particular note is the weighting of the volume control pod and the semi-smooth surface on the bottom so it won't move around. Very nice feel to it and it found a home on top the mic preamp / processor which is powdercoated steel. Audio comments: The increased channel separation was welcome. So was the increased bass response at low levels. I really did not want to go with a sub wolfer for this installation as I already have that in another room on a gaming computer. At quite low levels, yes, the bass has a 'disco club' pulsing sound to it. But in my opinion that is an acceptable trade off for doing away with a sub wolfer. At slightly higher levels the sound frequency response has a more natural and level sound. Would I buy these again? Yes!

## Features

- Convenient control pod to adjust or mute volume, connect headphones and add another audio device
- Sleek, space-saving design complements your computer and eliminates need for dedicated bass module
- Enjoy full, natural sound at your computer - or across the room - from our best two-piece system
- Bose TrueSpace technology reproduces wide, natural sound from only two speakers. Active electronic equalisation balances low, mid and high frequencies for more natural tone and clarity. Advanced port design and driver deliver powerful low-note performance and full, natural sound that fills the room
- All the sound comes from just two sleek speakers. Proprietary TrueSpace stereo digital processing circuitry creates a wide two-channel soundstage engineered specifically for listening at your computer

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0053T4PHC |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #360 in Computer Speakers |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Phones |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Customer Package Type | Frustration-Free Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,689) |
| Date First Available | July 25, 2011 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00017817551021 |
| Included Components | Left speaker Right speaker Speaker cable Audio cable Power pack and cable AC power cord Control pod and cable |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Waterproof | FALSE |
| Item Weight | 2.5 pounds |
| Item model number | 329509-1300 |
| Manufacturer | Bose Corporation |
| Model Name | Companion 20 |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop Mount |
| Number of Items | 2 |
| Power Source | AC |
| Product Dimensions | 3.54"D x 4.72"W x 8.66"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Volume |
| Series Number | 329 |
| Set Name | Bose Companion 20 |
| Shape | Rectangular Prism |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 80 dB |
| Speaker Size | 8.66 Inches |
| Speaker Type | Multimedia, Bookshelf |
| Special Feature | Volume Control |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
| Subwoofer Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Surround Sound Channel Configuration | 2.1 |
| Tweeter Diameter | 25 Millimeters |
| UPC | 017817551021 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Type | Limited Warranty |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo
- **Brand:** Bose
- **Connectivity Technology:** wired
- **Frequency Response:** 50 Hz
- **Speaker Maximum Output Power:** 200 Watts

## Images

![Companion 20 Multimedia Speaker System - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/514SUQrC8WL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: are these units compatible with 220v?**
A: Yes, free voltage.  You just need a plug that suits your country.  Plugs costs like $1~$3.

**Q: What is the distance between the speakers?  How far can I spread them?**
A: Where can I get the speaker to speaker extension cable???  Supposedly it's part number 364138-001S but nowhere to be found on their site.

**Q: Is there good any male-to-female connector from Bose to increase the cord length from speaker to computer?**
A: Search Amazon for 3.5 mm (same as 1/8 inch) male to female cable: there's a zillion of them in lengths from 3 feet 100.  Suggest gold connectors for a better and lasting connection

**Q: what is the material of the speaker on the front side? a fabric mesh, or metal?  Thanks guys!**
A: It is metal.  The speakers are just great.  It has brought life to every tune or music that I have played on the internet.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Brilliant clarity, but it requires excellent source.
*by D***Y on February 24, 2013*

First off - the quality is brilliantly clear - period. The bassis remarkable for such small speakers, my friends were initially looking for the sub-woofer because the deep, thunderous nuances were so well pronounced. If your picky about the clarity over anything else than your on the right track looking at the Bose Companion 20's. This needs to made very clear - the type of music you listen to is going to need to be taken into consideration. The companion 20's do their best work with classical (orchestrated) music or similar live instrumental styles. I'm listening to Barbra Streisand's 'Love Is The Answer' album now which is mostly a type of smooth jazz, and every key and nuance is being reproduced extremely well with excellent bass response. Earlier I was sampling different types of music from techno, hard rock to a variety from the 60's. The speakers did not fair well with the hard rock and techno as I expected. It seemed the trebles were fine but they lack in the hard hitting drum type sounds. Do not let this discourage you though, as some music really needs a large sub woofer regardless. The spoken word and dialogue without music was perfectly crisp with detail beyond the immediate sounds. You really feel as though you are there. Alternate tests were done with LP recordings (rendered at 24bit 96Khz far beyond CD quality) - once again the companion 20's nailed analogue audio perfectly. I personally did not plug the speakers into any source and just fire away. After reading other reviews that rate the Companion 20's sub-par; I'm concerned that too many people blindly listen to music not realizing their source (mostly the DAC in the computers) is inferior for these speakers. I purchased a Creative Labs Sound Blaster Go Pro! THX certified external sound card ($34) before reviewing these speakers which I would recommend to anyone for utmost clarity. The THX modes on the Go Pro! lift up the bass to a much more appropriate level retaining lower notes (such as ones produced with a cello) that would have been lost with my inferior on-board sound system. Remember this before jumping to conclusions if you buy these. Not all audio sounded the same. I placed the companion 20's on the sides of a TV in my bedroom and watched different scenes from movies (Prometheus, Silence of The Lambs, various James Bond films) which were great - while the best audio experience was about 5' in front of the sound system which makes me think they would be very well suited on a bookshelf at about ear level also. While I listen to them now on the computer about 2.5' in front of me in a smaller environment, I need to push myself back some to get the full range appropriately but this is nit picking. Oh, the volume level was much more than sufficient as well. Overall the volume dial is fantastic and made with mostly aluminum parts with a rubber dial, that which if you touch the top of the Bose imbossment on the top it will shut the unit off and on. It came with a male-male 3.5mm cable for PC or pereferal connectivity. All cables were also about 3' long on each speaker which was more than enough. The only thing I could think of that I wish it came with was a digital audio in of some sort but I honestly doubt you would notice a difference being so close to the audio source (digital and fiber optic cables are mostly beneficial when near electrical sources such as a home theater besides). The build quality of the speakers is what should be expecte from Bose - the speakers are a mixture of metal and some plastic, they feel very, very solid and are slightly heavy (as expected with the driver is has). In the end I highly recommend the Companion 20 mostly for the audio reproduction accuracy and overall clarity. Another great product from an American company.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty much the best for their size
*by H***I on February 24, 2021*

I have experience working in audio/visual so think my review might help those trying to make up their mind. By the way, these come highly recommended from other people I know in the audio business who use them at home on their computers. I run a streaming radio station from my bedroom. Space is at a premium at the home made radio rack in the corner of the room. That meant the JBL powered monitor speakers were not going to fit in the space available for the studio monitors. I was looking for studio monitors to replace the existing Bose Solo 5 that rested underneath dual monitors. What I didn't like about the Solo 5 was the lack of channel separation and relatively low bass at low sound levels. Seems that this was made to be used at higher levels in a larger space to reach its potential. Right off the bat the super plus is the volume control pod. Smooth and almost infinite level of adjustments with emergency mute by just touching the top to turn it off. I wouldn't be needing the headphone jack or aux input as the switching for those devices is handled prior to the signal into the Bose Companion 20. Of particular note is the weighting of the volume control pod and the semi-smooth surface on the bottom so it won't move around. Very nice feel to it and it found a home on top the mic preamp / processor which is powdercoated steel. Audio comments: The increased channel separation was welcome. So was the increased bass response at low levels. I really did not want to go with a sub wolfer for this installation as I already have that in another room on a gaming computer. At quite low levels, yes, the bass has a 'disco club' pulsing sound to it. But in my opinion that is an acceptable trade off for doing away with a sub wolfer. At slightly higher levels the sound frequency response has a more natural and level sound. Would I buy these again? Yes!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Long-lasting and high quality
*by T***M on October 5, 2025*

I bought these speakers 7 years ago, and they are still outstanding. They are worth the investment. The volume control is convenient, the sound quality is great, and they are powerful enough to serve very well as desktop/computer speakers.

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