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How big is the Bose Wave Music System III?

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Samuel Coleman

Published Apr 02, 2026

How big is the Bose Wave Music System III?

So does the Wave Music System III still have a place in the Android/iOS centric world of today? Certainly Bose knows how to make an entrance. The Wave Music System III is beautifully packed and at just 369 x 219 x 106mm and 3.9Kg it is compact.

What kind of music can you play on a Bose Wave?

Aside from its built-in AM/FM radio and CD/MP3 CD player, the Wave music system IV can play audio from most of today’s portable music devices. The standard 3.5 mm AUX in input accepts MP3 and DVD/CD players, and even older audio cassette players. Does the Wave® music system IV work with Wi-Fi®? No, but we have a distinct Wave® system that does.

Do you get free shipping on Bose Wave?

Free Standard shipping and free return shipping. Enjoy rich, room-filling sound from a small music system that fits nearly anywhere—and now has a fresh design. The Bose® Wave® music system IV includes a CD player, an AM/FM radio tuner and an input in the back for other sources. Just plug it in and you’re ready to go.

How big is the Bose Wave remote control?

Dimensions/weight System: 4.2″ H x 14.6″ W x 8.7″ D (8.4 lbs) Remote control: 3.75″ H x 2.25″ W x 0.25″ D (1.06 oz)

So does the Wave Music System III still have a place in the Android/iOS centric world of today? Certainly Bose knows how to make an entrance. The Wave Music System III is beautifully packed and at just 369 x 219 x 106mm and 3.9Kg it is compact.

Aside from its built-in AM/FM radio and CD/MP3 CD player, the Wave music system IV can play audio from most of today’s portable music devices. The standard 3.5 mm AUX in input accepts MP3 and DVD/CD players, and even older audio cassette players. Does the Wave® music system IV work with Wi-Fi®? No, but we have a distinct Wave® system that does.

Dimensions/weight System: 4.2″ H x 14.6″ W x 8.7″ D (8.4 lbs) Remote control: 3.75″ H x 2.25″ W x 0.25″ D (1.06 oz)

How does the Bose Wave Music System Changer work?

Simply slide one CD or MP3 CD into the slot on the front of the Wave music system, and up to three more into the multi-CD changer. One remote controls all CD functions, plus the FM/AM digital tuner, clock and alarm. The changer has the same small footprint as the Bose Wave music system III.

How does the Wave Music System III work?

Your Wave® music system III is easily operated using the remote control. Just aim the remote at the front panel and press the necessary buttons. 1. Press and hold down either Time button for about 1 sec. Initially, HOLD_TO_SET appears on the display and then quickly changes to – CLOCK SET – as the button is depressed.

What kind of music can you play on Bose Wave?

There’s a built-in FM/AM radio and CD player for standard and home-burned MP3 CDs. With custom system packages, you can also enjoy music from your iPod or iPhone–even your computer, tablet or any Bluetooth device. This system adapts to all your musical needs, and endures because of its unmatched sound.

Your Wave® music system III is easily operated using the remote control. Just aim the remote at the front panel and press the necessary buttons. 1. Press and hold down either Time button for about 1 sec. Initially, HOLD_TO_SET appears on the display and then quickly changes to – CLOCK SET – as the button is depressed.

How long did it take to develop Bose Wave Radio?

The number of years that Bose claims it took to research and develop the Wave audio system, according to one of its user manuals. The work on the waveguide technology earned Dr. Bose and Dr. Short numerous awards. The Bose Wave Music System III, shown with a CD changer. More recent models support Bluetooth. (Handout)

When did the acoustic wave radio come out?

That waveguide technology became the basis of the Acoustic Wave Music System, released in 1985, and the smaller Wave AM/FM radio, released in 1993, and dozens of other varieties since. (Fun fact: The company also produced a massive subwoofer, designed for large group events like movies, that relies on the same technology as the Wave.