Your music, amplified. The Bose Music Amplifier connects multiple sources to bring your home to life. Part of our smart family of products, it powers new or existing speakers and streams music over Wi-Fi® from your favorite services.
Power up to two pairs of passive speakers
125 watts per channel
Whole-home audio capability
Stream music wirelessly
Control with Bose Music app
AirPlay 2, Spotify® Connect, Chromecast

Bose Music Amplifier

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Your music, amplified. The Bose Music Amplifier connects multiple sources to bring your home to life. Part of our smart family of products, it powers new or existing speakers and streams music over Wi-Fi® from your favorite services.
Power up to two pairs of passive speakers
125 watts per channel
Whole-home audio capability
Stream music wirelessly
Control with Bose Music app
AirPlay 2, Spotify® Connect, Chromecast
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Bose Music Amplifier
$699.00

Product details

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What’s in the Box
  • Bose Music Amplifier
  • Power cord
  • 3 rack screws for rack mounting
  • 3 connecting screws for rack mount
  • Mounting bracket
  • Rack bracket
  • Quick start guide
Audio cable included No
Speaker 2.9" H x 8.3" W x 8.3" D (5.1 lb)
Product Material Plastic, Glass
Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth, Network (WiFi Enabled)
Bose App Bose Music App

The Bose Music Amplifier helps deliver powerful sound in and around the home, as the amplifier can power two pairs of passive speakers, at 125 watts/channel, ensuring high quality Bose sound. The Bose Music Amplifier supports listening to several different content sources:

a. Streaming connectivity via Wi-Fi and the Bose Music app, Apple Airplay 2, Chromecast, Spotify Connect
b. Bluetooth connectivity
c. Analog line input
d. Optical input
e. Syncs with compatible Bose Wi-Fi enabled speakers for multiroom listening

Key features:

  1. Powers up to two pairs of passive speakers: 2 x 125W output power
  2. Content streaming via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, analog and optical line input. Apple Airplay 2, Spotify Connect, and Chromecast built-in
  3. Connects with other Bose Wi-Fi enabled products with SimpleSync
  4. EQ control for select Bose speakers such as the 251 outdoor speakers and 791 in-ceiling speakers
  5. Wired 3.5 mm analog bass module output
  6. Suitable for rack mounting and stacked installations
  7. Daisy-chain multiple amps together
  8. Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity
  9. Stereo and mono settings
  10. Elegant design with glass top

The Bose Music Amplifier can simultaneously run up to two pairs of passive speakers. This includes bookshelf, floor-standing, in-ceiling, in-wall, or outdoor — and can be either Bose or non-Bose speakers. They can also connect via traditional speaker wires. Any speaker rated at 4 ohms or higher is compatible. When running two pairs of speakers, we recommend using speakers rated no less than 8 ohms.

Most passive speakers from Bose will work with the Bose Music Amplifier. They include:

151 SE Environmental Speakers
251 Environmental Speakers
Free Space 51 Environmental Speakers
161 Speaker System
201 Direct/Reflecting Speaker System
301 Direct/Reflecting Speaker System
Acoustimass 3 and Acoustimass 5 Stereo Speaker Systems
Virtually Invisible 591 In-ceiling Speakers
Virtually Invisible 691 In-wall Speakers
Virtually Invisible 791 In-ceiling Speakers
Virtually Invisible 891 In-wall Speakers

The Bose 901 Speakers are active speakers and therefore will not work with the Bose Music Amplifier. The Bose Music Amplifier also works with passive speakers from other manufacturers that have a minimum of 4 ohms impedance.

Yes. Bose has many passive speakers in the market that can connect to the Bose Music Amplifier. By 2022, Bose will have discontinued selling all passive speakers except for the Bose 251 environmental (outdoor) speakers and the Bose Virtually Invisible 791 In-ceiling Speakers II. The Bose Music Amplifier offers custom EQs for these two sets of speakers. This means when paired with the Bose Music Amplifier, these two speakers deliver clearer, more balanced sound. Over time, additional Bose EQs may be added.

Each Bose Music Amp is considered a single zone. And each amp can have up to two pairs of speakers connected to it. Those two pairs of speakers would be considered one zone and will always power on and play simultaneously.

Yes. We also recommend that if two pairs of speakers are connected, that they be the same type of speaker. Both pairs will get the same EQ applied.

Yes. The Bose Music Amplifier has both Wi-Fi and Ethernet capability. Once the passive speakers are connected to the amp via wire output, you can control them with the Bose Music app connected to your network. Or you can stream content using Bluetooth, Apple Airplay 2, Chromecast or even a wired connection — optical or analog.

Yes. Bluetooth technology allows you to stream audio from any source (like YouTube) directly to the amplifier.

When your device is the source via Bluetooth, music can be interrupted as you receive notifications. When you use the Bose Music Amplifier via Wi-Fi, the cloud is the source, so your music will go uninterrupted as you receive notifications.

When your device is the source via Bluetooth, you must stay within 30 feet of the amp and potentially avoid walls. With the Bose Music Amplifier over Wi-Fi, you can move freely, and your music will continue to stream.

Inputs: Power, Ethernet, Analog, Optical, USB (Service only)

Outputs: Ethernet, Analog, Bass, two sets of speakers

No.

You control the amplifier with the free Bose Music app on your mobile device. Use the app to access the built-in music services, including Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn, Deezer, iHeart Radio, and SiriusXM. Use the app to browse music and play your favorite artists, songs, and playlists. You can also create radio stations, discover new music, and set your favorite music as presets. Or you can use the app to connect with other Bose Wi-Fi enabled speakers and soundbars, or to pair your amplifier with select Bose Bluetooth speakers and headphones. The Bose Music app is compatible with iOS, and Android™.

No. But if you want to use voice commands to get music (or VPA responses), you can connect a 3rd-party Virtual Personal Assistant speaker (like an Echo Dot or Google Home Mini, or other Bose smart speaker/soundbar), to the Bose Music Amplifier.

While the Bose Music Amplifier is Wi-Fi enabled, it does not have built-in VPA. Therefore, it doesn’t include the term “smart” in the name.

Multiroom grouping is the grouping of two or more Wi-Fi enabled Bose speakers and/or soundbars, via the Bose Music app. Add another Bose smart speaker and/or smart soundbar to your home anytime to sync with the Bose Music Amplifier and hear the same content everywhere, or different content in different rooms.

Compatible Bose products are:

Bose Smart Speakers 300, 450, and 500
Bose Portable Smart Speaker
Bose Smart Soundbars 300, 500, 600, 700, and 900, Smart Soundbar 300 Club bundle

NOTE: You cannot play synchronized multiroom content with older Bose SoundTouch products or products from other manufacturers (including Amazon and Google) using the Bose Music app. This type of cross-speaker streaming is only available through Apple AirPlay 2.

With SimpleSync technology you can also pair the Bose Music Amplifier with a Bose Bluetooth speaker, and for example, listen to the same music on your outdoor speaker as on your in-ceiling speakers in the living room.

Or you can even pair the amp with compatible Bose headphones for a personal listening experience. Once synced, use the app to silence your passive speakers and instead enjoy listening to a CD or vinyl record on your headphones.

The Bose Music Amplifier acts as the “parent” device, or the initial source of the content. Through the Bose Music app you can then group your amp with a compatible Bose Bluetooth speaker or headphones by establishing a connection from the amp to the Bluetooth device. Your two products must remain within 30 feet of each other to stay connected. Walls and construction materials can sometimes affect connection.

Compatible products: Bose Bluetooth speakers (SoundLink Micro, Flex, Revolve, Revolve+) and Bose Bluetooth headphones (QuietComfort 35, QuietComfort 45, Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700). For a list of compatible products see Products that support SimpleSync on the Bose Support site.

You can listen to different types of content in different ways:

Bose Music app. The Bose Music app is a central place to browse, play, and manage integrated music services (Spotify, Pandora®, Deezer, TuneIn, iHeartRadio™, and Amazon Music). Once music has been initiated from the Bose Music app (or other sources like Apple AirPlay 2, or Spotify Connect), the presence of the mobile device is no longer needed for music playback, unlike with Bluetooth speakers. The Bose Music app works on phones and tablets running iOS (version 10.3.3 and above) or Android (version 5.1 and above).

Music streaming services. Whether or not they are integrated in the Bose Music app, you can stream music from a music streaming service, using Chromecast built-in, Apple AirPlay 2, or Spotify Connect.

Bluetooth. Pair your mobile device with the Bose Music Amplifier through Bluetooth to listen to content from your mobile device. Pair your mobile device to the amplifier using the Bose Music app. Or put the amp into pairing mode by pressing and holding the Bluetooth button on the front of the amp and then selecting the Bose Music Amp from the Bluetooth settings menu on your mobile device.

Analog RCA input and optical input. Connect any type of external content source to the Bose Music Amplifier using the Analog RCA or optical input, like: CD player, vinyl record player,* television.

* Pre-amp may be required. Not included.

Yes. It is possible to install multiple Bose Music Amplifiers in a rack with other equipment. Please refer to the owner’s guide for appropriate spacing.

Yes. The Bose Music Amplifier comes with a bracket that allows you to wall or rack mount the amp. Check the owner’s guide for mounting.

Yes. This setting is potentially useful where stereo performance may not be feasible. For example, speakers that are spread far apart in a large area or outdoors.

No. The Bose Music Amplifier is neither designed for nor protected from placement that may expose it to rain, condensation, ice, salt water, extreme heat, or other weather conditions. It can be used with outdoor speakers but must be placed indoors.

Download the Bose Music app for Apple or Android. Then follow the step-by-step instructions in the app.

Yes. Both can be controlled in the Bose Music app.

Yes. You can set playlist or radio station presets in the Bose Music app.

No. However, using Bose SimpleSync technology, you can wirelessly pair the amp with compatible Bose headphones for synchronized sound with separate volume levels — which means you can lower or mute your amp/speakers while keeping your headphones louder. This connection is restricted to one amp and one pair of headphones at a time.

For a list of compatible products see Products that support SimpleSync on the Bose Support site.

No.

If you want to add deeper bass to your speakers, you can connect a bass module (Bose Bass Module 700 or 500) via a standard 3.5 mm stereo cable to the “BASS” connector on the back of the amplifier. The bass modules cannot be wirelessly connected to the amplifier.

No. Only one wired bass module may be connected to the amplifier.

No.

The product system software will update automatically as long as you are connected to your network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet.

Yes. The first amp is set up as a “main” amp and then subsequent amps can be connected as “supplemental” amps using the analog line-in/line-out connectors on the back of the amp. Only the “main” amp will show up in the app, but it will control all of the downstream “supplemental” amps and play the same content.

No. The USB connector is for Service purposes only.

Yes. Depending on how you plan to use your main and supplemental amps, you can change the line output to either variable or fixed via the DIP switches on the rear of the product. Set it to “variable” to use the Bose Music app to control the volume. When the line out is set to “fixed” you cannot control the volume via the Bose Music app and must have another way to control volume.

There are DIP switches labelled “SPEAKER SETTING” on the back of the amplifier for selecting the EQ. Check the owner’s guide for details.

Download your product’s app now

Available on Google Play and the Apple Store

Owner's guide
Quick start guide

Connect it your way


Stream music via Wi-Fi without interruption or use Bluetooth® to pair devices within range. Vinyl* and CD players can also join your smart system by connecting to analog and optical inputs.


* Pre-amp may be required. Not included.

Back of the Bose Music Amplifier showing the ports and terminals

Play it your way

Use the app’s integrated music services and internet radio stations, or connect to your phone with Bluetooth, Apple AirPlay 2, Spotify Connect, or Chromecast built-in.

Bluetooth and Works with Apple AirPlay logos
Bose Music Amplifier in kitchen setting

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That extra oomph

At 125 watts per channel, this amp delivers the world’s best sound through your speakers. For added depth, connect a Bose bass module of your choice to maximize its potential.

Home theater setup with a TV, a Bose Soundbar, and a Bose Bass Module

Room for more?


One Bose Music Amp powers up to two pairs of speakers, including outdoor speakers. Create your smart setup on the Bose Music app for a whole-home/inside-outside listening experience.

How the Bose Music Amplifier marries analog and digital sound

Easy on the eyes

The Bose Music Amp is sleek and elegant with a tempered-glass top that complements any décor. Designed so two amps can easily be placed side-by-side or stacked, and comes with a bracket for rack mounting — your choice.

Bose Music Amplifier on a table

Endless possibilities


Connect everything from speakers, to TVs and CD players, then use the Bose Music app to adjust audio or control music.

Features

  • Bose Music app
    Guided setup makes it easy to get started and introduces you to everything your product has to offer.
  • SimpleSync
    Use Bose SimpleSync to connect with select Bose headphones and Bluetooth speakers.

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Ratings and Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great sound and plenty loud I got it as a gift for Father's day. Had some issues linking it to my phone, but after I got it linked it works great.
Date published: 2023-08-09
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Functionality System 900 smart soundbar is well designed and sounds good. However, not able to get much volume out of my rear surround speakers. Not being able to sync speaks in other locations together when watching TV would have been a deal breaker had I known in advance. Hopefully engineers are working to resolve this problem and will be able to do do with a software update. Also issues with getting 900 smart bar to work with TV e-arc and arc.
Date published: 2023-01-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from The app is not working yet! The only problem is that the app is not working yet!! They tell me that it will take at least 15 days to solve the app issues . In the mean time I am not able to use the product correctly
Date published: 2022-11-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great quality of music I bought this approximately a month ago. I rated this as a three primarily because of the software is not user friendly. It is also not reliable in that it is inconsistent performance wise. I would rate the amplifier as a five. I replaced my Soundtouch system with the Music Amplifier. The music is so much clearer and crisp even at a lower volume.
Date published: 2024-04-25
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Good sounding I bought this approximately a month ago. The set up for this product is not user friendly. The software performance is inconsistent. Not all of the features are readily available.
Date published: 2024-04-25
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great product; Poor customer service Bose quality is great. Bose customer service and purchasing process, not so great. It took over A MONTH to complete the purchase of two amplifiers. Front line customer service tried to help, but had limited ability. Elevated call to supervisor, and first one was helpful, purchase made, but Bose canceled the order a few days later without telling me (discovered when I went online to my account to see tracking number). Elevated call again, and 2nd supervisor tried, but still couldn't complete purchase due to flag on my account for no reason. Told to wait a week. Week later, same scenario. Supervisor discounted the purchase for my troubles. Bose AGAIN canceled purchase. Lather, rinse, repeat. Next supervisor saw discount in noted, but call disconnected. Next supervisor "coudn't see discount in noted, so refused to honor it. Finally, after a month of this runaround, was able to make purchase. Shipping was supposed to be express, but they put it on standard delivery. Major pain in the behind doing business with Bose online.
Date published: 2023-12-27
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great…except Great unit until they lock you into only using a Bose sub which is a proprietary connection. If it was a standard sub out, it would be a full 5 stars
Date published: 2023-10-20
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Love that you can connect them to other wireless s Have torouble with the app sometimes disconnecting
Date published: 2023-09-02
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Alexa issue Sometimes Alexa don't respond properly, even there is no network issue. Everytime needs restart to work properly.
Date published: 2023-08-07
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Good hardware, terrible app and software. Sound is very good but horrible software and app. Sound delay adjustment of 200ms is not enough and when grouping, video is ahead of sound, so need negative audio delay. Equilizer should be a lot better with setting for each frequency. Also when I connect bass speakers via 3.5 to amp, i have to unplug it to get it to work with soundbar. Indeed, you all are five years behind sonos in software, which should be the easiest thing to fix!
Date published: 2024-03-08
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Sounds great but that's it I bought this with the idea that I would connect other speakers to it down the road. The soundbar alone makes great sound. My biggest problem is that it constantly disconnects from my wifi for no apparent reason, rendering sound adjustments unavailable until it is reconnected. Unless you know how to reconnect it the right way, you'll never get it reconnected. It took me a few hours to figure it out on my own. If I had to do over, I would not have bought a product that needs internet in order to work fully.
Date published: 2023-08-10
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Troublesome Bluetooth/wifi is a problem on Apple phone the volume jumps up and down. I’m using airplay but it won’t group with other rooms when using sxm. I ordered a Samsung pad will see if that does the trick. I’ve spent hours on the phone trouble shooting with tech, painful Not sure what voice pickup is
Date published: 2023-01-07
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Junk - no improvements in 10 yrs , SA4 was better I bought this 2 weeks age, cant get all the speakers to work . I had no problem with the older SA4. You can’t control the volume individually, as I was misinformed by the Bose representative. Does not work with my older expensive Bose systems to join all speakers together.
Date published: 2024-04-17
Rated 1 out of 5 by from So difficult to connect to the app I tried different phones and different wifi but causing too much headaches.
Date published: 2024-03-20
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Don’t buy it it sucks If there was a zero star, I would give it, this thing won’t connect won’t play nobody calls me. I can’t set it up. He played for five minutes and the sound was flat. It’s definitely definitely going back.
Date published: 2023-12-14
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Missing features The unit doesn’t integrate with my google home device the way I had hoped. I still needed to use a chrome cast plugged into the source. I was also hoping to have independent volume control on each speaker pair. To get the functions out of unit that is hoping for, I need to buy 2. Overall just disappointed.
Date published: 2023-03-05
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Just Didn’t Make The Cut Bought The Amplifier 1 Week Ago And It’s Nothing Like The Sa5. Doesn’t Even link
Date published: 2022-12-13
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