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In search of Bose Wave IV (or similar quality) w/Bluetooth - Bogleheads.org
I would like to add Bluetooth functionality to progress beyond early 2000's tech, and add CD playing functionality as well. I had heard over recent years of Bose Wave systems which although expensive would fit the bill. Surprisingly, they seem to be discontinued. More on bogleheads.org
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Is the Wave Music System iv Being Discontinued?
I hope so. They're not even worth it at $499 let alone $599. 2000's technology, no physical buttons, so you're a slave to the remote. You have to buy an FM antenna separately as well as a bluetooth adapter. Even then, the audio quality from the bluetooth adapter will sound mediocre on the system. I prefer the sound of the Home Speaker 500 better and that speaker is cheaper than the Wave at $379. More on reddit.com
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discontinuation of some Wave products

Products get discontinued all the time making way for newer and better ones. It's more shocking that the Acoustic Wave lasted 33 years tbh. We may see something similar in the future but it certainly won't have a CD player. Wave Guide technology is used in most Bose products and the SoundTouch 20 is pretty much identical internally to the Wave Music System, just upright instead of flat. Bose use similar technologies in nearly all of there products so don't be bummed that they've discontinued the Acoustic Wave because there is products that use its technology and sound as good if not better. Another interesting one is that the Bass unit from the VideoWave is used in the car audio systems to make a compact subwoofer.

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December 2, 2016
Bose AM/FM, CD Player Wave IV - discontinued for a reason?
The world has moved to smart speakers I guess. Sales must have plummeted. More on reddit.com
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What different audio devices can I play through the Wave music system IV?
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.
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Bose Wave music system IV
Can I use headphones with the Wave music system IV?
Yes. The Wave music system IV comes with a headphone jack.
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Bose Wave music system IV
Does the Wave music system IV offer dual independent alarms?
Yes. Two different wake-up times may be set, customised for each person’s preferences (radio station or beep, volume etc.). This is handy if two people wake up at different times.
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Bose Wave music system IV
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Bose Wave Music System IV | Bose
This Bose radio CD player was one of the most recent iterations of the Bose Wave Music Systems. While the Wave Music System IV was released in 2015 to replace its predecessor, its rich history dates back to 1984, when the Acoustic Wave Music System (AWMS-1) was originally released.
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USAV Solutions
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Bose Wave Music System (Graphite Gray) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
Brand: Bose Bose Wave Music System (Graphite Gray) In the box Included items Bose Wave Music System (Graphite Gray) AC power cord Remote control PDF Owner's guide About this item Lifelike, room-filling sound with breakthrough waveguide technology Fresh, updated design CD/MP3 CD player; advanced ...
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Encyclopedia MDPI
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Bose Wave System | Encyclopedia MDPI
October 20, 2022 - After a long run of nearly 32 years, the Acoustic Wave Music System, as well as its smaller sibling, the Wave Radio IV, were both discontinued in mid-2017, leaving on the Wave Music System IV and Wave Music System IV Soundtouch as the only models ...
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Wikipedia
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List of Bose shelf stereos - Wikipedia
July 21, 2025 - The "Acoustic Wave Music System ... be expensive and lacking in performance and features compared to its competitors. The line of Acoustic Wave Music System products was discontinued in 2017....
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Is There a Replacement for My Bose Wave Radio
January 21, 2024 - Considering Bose has discontinued the Wave Radio, your decision should hinge on whether you prioritize a device for playing CDs with superior sound quality or if the clock/alarm feature holds greater importance. For those seeking high-quality sound for their CDs, we recommend the So
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What CD player should I get to replace my Bose which is skipping all the time? - Quora
Answer (1 of 9): You didn’t quality the sort of Bose CD player. Something like this? My father-in-law had one of these. First, assuming you’re happy with it, it might just need cleaning. If it’s the top-loading sort, you need just a little lens tissue and solution, as you’d use for a camera, to ...
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In search of Bose Wave IV (or similar quality) w/Bluetooth - Bogleheads.org
I would like to add Bluetooth functionality to progress beyond early 2000's tech, and add CD playing functionality as well. I had heard over recent years of Bose Wave systems which although expensive would fit the bill. Surprisingly, they seem to be discontinued.
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Audio-Exchange
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Tivoli Audio Music System BT: Best Bose Wave Radio Replacement
October 10, 2024 - As technology evolves, even the most beloved devices eventually reach the end of their lifespan. The Bose Wave Radio, a household name since its launch in 1993, is no exception. While many have turned to repair services to keep their Bose Wave Radio functioning, a growing number of units are experiencing significant issues.
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Amazon.com: Bose Wave Music System IV - Espresso Black : Electronics
Enjoy high-performance, room-filling sound from a music system that fits nearly anywhere, and now has a fresh design. The Wave music system features award-winning Bose waveguide speaker technology for clear, high-performance sound. There's a CD player and an AM/FM tuner with text capability ...
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Bose Acoustic Wave Music System II. Discontinued Broken ...
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I Ditched the Cloud and Upgraded My Smart Home | WIRED
November 16, 2025 - You’re probably spending more time fixing your smart home than using it. Here’s how I cut down my family’s reliance on Alexa.
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EAW
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Bose Wave Radio IV Music System (Discontinued)
The Wave® radio IV delivers industry-leading performance for a system its size, now in a fresh, updated design. Waveguide speaker technology—the award-winning Bose® innovation that changed the audio industry—fills a room with lifelike, natural, high-performance sound.
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Wave systems | Bose Wikia - Fandom
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