I have the non-bluetooth optical capable version. Does the Bluetooth compare in audio quality? I like the optical version more than MM-1 and Bose 20
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Not an expert but optical is definitely a much better connection than Bluetooth. I do not know how much better optical is that AUX. I have a Mac mini AUXd into my audysey bluetooths , I use the the BT connection for my iPhone when I'm in the room
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Did not know they made a model with optical audio but that will always have superior signal quality to a Bluetooth signal. That said, the Bluetooth Audysseys have excellent sound quality, one of the best small Bluetooth speakers on the market.
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I returned this last Dec. I did not BT speakwrs that only worked with my smaetphone.However, I purchased a Sony BTX500 BT speaker from Costco. It is awesome and better than the Bose Soundlink.
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The Bluetooth does degrade the sound. I would never use it for an audiophile listening experiance. As far as I'm concerned nothing comes close to vinyl but this is great for general listening & you can always make it sound better with eq and it does sound better with the digital coax.
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Yes, there are several newer devices out now that have optical and co-ax type digital outs. Search amazon for "bluetooth receiver with digital" that will get you started. They are more expensive but I would probably go that way today if I wanted a new one, just for the flexibility. None of these little devices will "ever" have the level of DAC as you can find in a high end audio system but then again streaming high end audio over bluetooth is almost an oxymoron even with aptX. Enjoy.
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Yes. This unit has amazing sound. Best value in the category IMO, so much better sound than the Bose ... and more top-end volume, too.
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I own this device, a SoundLink Mini, SoundTouch 20 & 30. I can honestly not detect any difference in sound quality between the Mini, Air or 20. So between the Mini and Air . . .I choose the Mini to take outdoors because 1. Replacement is cheaper should something happen to it and 2. it's completely BlueTooth so doesn't need to be within range of my WiFi signal to work.
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I looked over the specs and they appear to be the same. I'd recommend going with the lower price is this is the same deal I got on these. I love these headphones and feel they are a best value in this category based on the performance vs value. The Bluetooth connectivity is amazing and I use it all the time. You can use a cable as well which 90% of this style units do not offer. The Boses still have better noise canceling but no Bluetooth model is available.
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Be careful because there are several similar models, the bluetooth version is MDR10RBT. That version works amazing in bluetooth and actually has more features than when you use them in wired mode (you can advance tracks, play/pause and adjust the volume remotely). There is an internal rechargeable battery and if it runs out you can simply plug the cable in and use them as wired headphones. I find the wired mode has better sound quality, in fact I find it excellent.
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I've only used Bose for an ipod dock. So sorry I can't compare. I am actually back to listening to my skullcandi in ear buds and they sound better than Montster dna. Good luck
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It's v3.0. Anything after 2.1 EDR has no difference in audio quality when comparing Bluetooth versions though.
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Sorry, I don't use the bluetooth function. I connect with a very short audio cable. A friend of mine told me that audio quality is depreciated via bluetooth transfer vs. direct audio cable. Thus, I have not bothered to compare for myself since I am fine with resting my ipod atop the speaker, as it is connected via the audio cable.
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Everyone has their preference, mine is the Bose, next person may prefer B&W. Visit a Big Box Store and compare both.
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I use them, and love them, from my computer. They have sound levels on them but they also respond to sound increases/decreases made from the computer provided that I connect by bluetooth or 3.5 jack. With an optical connection they do not. There is a slight delay when using bluetooth which is fine for music but not for watching tv on the computer.
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I love mine. The volume is pretty good and quite clear--better than giant flatscreens with Clearvoice. There is a jack for headphones which I never use, but I sit pretty close to mine. I sit on chaise lounge & put DVD player on tabletop. The volume isn't very very loud so you may want to splurge and get the next level that is Internet ready & Bluetooth enabled so you can hook up to speakers by wireless. I don't think there's Bluetooth on this model. But I love mine!
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The bluetooth is barely an issue. You just have to restart the speaker it takes 5 seconds. Also the sound quality is worlds better than the big jambox and much louder. However, the tdk is bigger.
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Depends on which version of bluetooth it is. 3.0 version is all I could get to work! Selecting individual albums no, artists to a point just make a playlist genre same just make a play list other wise no!! If the Zen can recognize car stereo blue tooth you got smooth sailing. Otherwise your blue tooth is screwed!!! Works well if it can recognize your blue tooth item be it stereo, car stereo or head set. Most of my 3.0 headsets were unrecognizable. Very hit or miss but sound is great but range is also limited! Look some where else, there are better ones out there, but they do cost quite a bit more. Good luck!!!! Controls to put the zen into pairing mode suck! Depends on which version of bluetooth it is. 3.0 version is all I could get to work! Selecting individual albums no, artists to a point just make a playlist genre same just make a play list other wise no!! If the Zen can recognize car stereo blue tooth you got smooth sailing. Otherwise your blue tooth is screwed!!! Works well if it can recognize your blue tooth item be it stereo, car stereo or head set. Most of my 3.0 headsets were unrecognizable. Very hit or miss but sound is great but range is also limited! Look some where else, there are better ones out there, but they do cost quite a... » Read More Depends on which version of bluetooth it is. 3.0 version is all I could get to work! Selecting individual albums no, artists to a point just make a playlist genre same just make a play list other wise no!! If the Zen can recognize car stereo blue tooth you got smooth sailing. Otherwise your blue tooth is screwed!!! Works well if it can recognize your blue tooth item be it stereo, car stereo or head set. Most of my 3.0 headsets were unrecognizable. Very hit or miss but sound is great but range is also limited! Look some where else, there are better ones out there, but they do cost quite a bit more. Good luck!!!! Controls to put the zen into pairing mode suck! « Show Less
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I have used with ipod and works very good, not problem with blue tooth conection..the only thing that i do not like is because i use glasses and the sony mdr is a little anoying using borh and working out...
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I own a pair of these and I've never noticed/tested bluetooth capabilities.. perhaps I should try!