The Yamaha YAS-107 vs Bose Solo 5 built-in channels shows that both models are equal – they feature the 2.0 channel system installed, but the YAS-107 supports the 5.1 channel setup, while the Bose Solo supports 2.0 channel quantity only. The Yamaha YAS-107 has a built-in subwoofer and it also features a separate subwoofer connection (using a cable only). The Bose Solo doesn’t have a built-in subwoofer. The Bose Solo 5 vs Yamaha YAS-107 streaming services comparison shows that the Yamaha YAS-107 supports numerous services, including AirPlay, Amazon Music, Google Play Music, etc. The Bose model doesn’t support any streaming services. These models don’t support the voice control feature, but they can be controlled via special applications or using the remote controllers provided.
These models are equal when it comes to the wireless features – they don’t support the Wi-Fi technology, but they have Bluetooth modules. If we compare the ports, then we see that the YAS-107 has an HDMI ARC and an RCA port while the Bose Solo 5 features a coaxial digital port.
Unfortunately, both of them don’t support Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Both models have a special grill that covers the speakers installed inside. However, the Yamaha YAS-107 looks quite slim versus the Bose model that looks a bit taller. These solutions have special panels with all the ports you need. The Yamaha YAS-107 has a small panel with the LED lights. It has all the main buttons – power on/off, volume up/down, mute and input. The Bose Solo does not have any buttons. These models can be placed on a table or wall-mounted, they are easy to use – you can always access the ports you need. The output sound will be always distributed properly due to the speakers’ placement.
Specification | Bose Solo 5 | Yamaha YAS-107 |
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Audio Features | ||
Supported Channel Quantity | 2.0 | 5.1 |
Built-in Channels | 2.0 | 2.0 |
Amplification Type | active | active |
Separate Speaker Connections | wire | |
Separate Speaker (in Package) | ||
Streaming Services | ||
Amazon Music | ||
Google Play Music | ||
Apple Music (airplay) | ||
Other Streaming Services | has not | Chromecast, Pandora, Tuneln, Deezer |
Spotify | ||
Connectivity | ||
Optical Digital Input/output | 1 | 1 |
Hdmi Arc | 1 | |
Hdmi Input/output | 1/0 | |
Ethernet (rj45) | ||
Subwoofer Output | - | 1 |
Bluetooth | ||
Headphone Output | ||
Wi-fi | ||
Analog Audio Input/output (rca) | 1/0 | |
Coaxial Digital Input/output | 1/0 | |
Usb | ||
Features | ||
Microphone | ||
App Control | ||
Voice Control | ||
Multi-room | ||
Remote Control | ||
Dimensions | ||
Weight, Kg/pounds | 1.7/3.7 | 3.1/7.5 |
Size (h X W X D), Cm/in | 7 x 54.9 x 8.6/2.8 x 21.6 x 3.4 | 5.1 x 88.9 x 12.7/2.1 x 35 x 5.1 |
Subwoofer | ||
Separate Subwoofer Connections | wire | |
Separate Subwoofer (in Package) | ||
Built-in Subwoofer | ||
User Manual | ||
Manual | solo-5.pdf | yas-107.pdf |
General | ||
Soundbar Buttons | has not | input, mute, volume down, volume up, power |
Connection To Source | wired, wireless | wired, wireless |
Placement Type | table-top, wall-mountable | table-top, wall-mountable |
Multichannel Surround | ||
Dts:x | ||
Dolby Atmos |