Technical Description - Bose 550 Service Manual

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

The Model 550 AM/FM Stereo Receiver features a high quality AM/FM Stereo tuner and a
direct-coupled amplifier with 40 watts of RMS power per channel.
The Model 550 includes a built-in 901 ® Series IV equalizer, that provides extra value and
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convenience to present owners and future purchasers of Bose 901 loudspeakers. The built-in
equalizer can be switched into the circuit when playing Bose 901 Series III or Series IV speak-
ers. You can pre-set the Model 550 via the rear panel switches for various combinations of
loudspeakers. This provides correct equqlization when switching from one pair of speakers to
the other.
The receiver incorporates Source and Room Compensation Controls unique to Bose electronic
equipment. These controls allow you to compensate more accurately for problems in room
acoustics and recordings. The result is greater realism and enjoyment.
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