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I listened to several speakers at the store and could not notice much difference in the Bose and the one at review. I have not tested its water endurance and will report back if problems exist per the one review. I can only play the speakers at 35% of max in my back yard due to the great volume. I combined the speakers wtih a 20 year old Sony Amp and WOW!! What a sound.
What's great about it: Great appearance, sound, easy to install and great price.
What's not so great: Mounting bracket is ok and I worked around it.