About the Bose® VCS-30® center/surround package
Experience the thrill of home theater, Bose-style. If your current A/V system includes a multichannel receiver, the VCS-30® package is a convenient way to step up to the excitement of surround sound. Use your existing stereo speakers for the left and right channels the VCS-30® package supplies a VCS-10® center channel speaker and the voice-matched 161 speaker system.
The tuned-port enclosure of the VCS-10® center speaker houses four 2-1/2" drivers whose combined sound draws you into the on-screen action with gripping realism. And its low-profile, video-shielded design makes an unobtrusively elegant addition to your decor.
Each speaker in the 161 system packs several patented Bose technologies into its slender cabinet to ensure spacious, ear-pleasing results. The
Product highlights:
VCS-10® center channel speaker:
- bass-reflex (ported) design
- four 2-1/2" drivers
- recommended power 10-100 watts with receivers rated from 4-8 ohms
- spring clip connectors
- 21-1/2"W x 3-3/8"H x 6-1/16"D
- warranty: 5 years
161 speaker system:
- two 2-1/2" drivers per speaker
- recommended power 10-100 watts with receivers rated from 4 to 8 ohms
- includes wall mounting brackets
- black ABS enclosure
- warranty: 5 years
- MFR # 027029
What's in the box:
Bose® VCS-30® center/surround package owner's manual
- One large box containing two smaller boxes (Center channel speaker box/Rear speaker box):
- Center channel speaker box contains:
- VCS-10 center channel speaker
- 4 Self-adhesive rubber feet
- Owner's Guide
- Bose Product Registration and Warranty Information
- "Our Commitment To You" letter
- Caution sheet
- Rear speaker box contains:
- 2 Model 161 rear speakers
- 2 Plastic wall mounting brackets
- Four 5/8" machine screws
- Two 1" machine screws
- Owner's Guide
- Bose Product Registration & Warranty Information
- "Our Commitment To You" letter
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Features & specs
Enclosure | Bass Reflex | |
Color | Black | |
Tweeter Type | --- | |
Tweeter Size (inches) | --- | |
Midrange size (inches) | --- | |
Woofer size (inches) | 2-1/2 | |
Connector Type | Spring clip | |
Power Range | 10-100 | |
Sensitivity | --- | |
Impedance (Ohms) | 8 | |
Frequency Response | --- | |
Height (inches) | 4-1/4 | |
Width (inches) | 10-3/4 | |
Depth (inches) | 5 | |
Weight | 4 lbs | |
Wall-mountable | --- | |
Bracket Included | Yes | |
Parts Warranty | 5 Years | |
Labor Warranty | 5 Years |
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System Overview: The VCS-30 system supplies a VCS-10 center channel speaker and two voice-matched Model 161 surround speakers.
Driver Technology
Mounting Options
Dimensions
Driver Technology
Articulated Array Speaker Design: By precisely positioning the drivers inside the speaker cabinet, an Articulated Array speaker design can provide a large, consistent sound field. This allows for a more cinema-like experience with the VCS-10 center channel speaker and 161 speakers.
Compound Loaded Drivers: Using a proprietary design, these drivers are engineered to optimize low-frequency output for rich, natural sound from a small enclosure.
VCS-10 Center Channel Speaker: The VCS-10 has two 2-1/2" drivers in an Articulated Array speaker design for crisp, clean dialogue that is "locked" on the screen, even if you're seated to the side. The VCS-10 also uses two 2-1/2" Compound Loaded drivers in a ported enclosure, giving you clear, full bass from a surprisingly small enclosure. The flared port design produces smoother, cleaner bass, especially at high volumes.
Model 161 Surround Speakers: Each Model 161 speaker uses two 2-1/2" Twiddler drivers in an Articulated Array speaker design for lifelike surround sound throughout the room. The next-generation Twiddler drivers reproduce lower frequencies from a smaller cabinet that blends into almost any room.
Electronic Protection Circuitry: The speakers feature an electronic protection circuit that will shut down and reset the speakers in case of an overload. If this occurs, the volume level should be reset.
Recommended Bass Management Settings: The VCS-10 center channel speaker should be set to "Small" with a Dolby Digital/DTS receiver and set to "Normal" with a Dolby Pro Logic receiver. The Model 161 surround speakers should be set to "Small" with a Dolby Digital/DTS receiver.
Mounting Options
Wall Mounting: Wall mounting brackets are supplied for the Model 161 surround speakers. The brackets allow you to mount the surround speakers horizontally or vertically. If mounted horizontally, the brackets will swivel up or down approximately 45 degrees. If mounted vertically, the brackets will swivel left or right approximately 45 degrees.
Magnetically-Shielded: The speakers are magnetically-shielded, allowing you to place them near your television without degrading the picture.
Dimensions
Center Speaker Dimensions: W=21.438", H=3.344", D=6.057"
Rear Speaker Dimensions: W=10.718", H=4.231", D=4.989"
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I initially purchases just the the back speakers and saw this set at Crutchfield for nearly the same price. Order was processed and shipped quickly. Everything works great and we love the speakers.
Bill from Minneapolis, MN