The BOSE 301 Series III System is an economical way to enjoy the legendary spatial realism of a Direct/Reflecting ® system. This system creates a natural balance of reflected and direct sound that conventional speaker designs can’t match. The result is lifelike spaciousness that approaches the realism of a live performance. Even sound distribution also enables the listener to sit or stand anywhere and still hear the same volume and blend of musical instruments. This achievement is also aided by three high performance drivers in each cabinet: one 8" woofer and two 3” tweeters. The tweeters are arranged in a three-dimensional Free Space® Array which is mounted slightly away from the cabinet face. One tweeter is aimed inward toward the center of the listening area. The second tweeter is aimed outward so that its output is reflected off the side wall. This arrangement provides the excellent spatial characteristics of a Direct/Reflecting ® system. The 301 system employs the BOSE Dual Frequency TM crossover network. The crossover provides a smooth transition from low to high frequencies by sending sound to all the drivers over nearly a full octave. The result is a clear definition of each instrument and voice. Additionally, the system incorporates slot-port technology which reduces port noise and produces cleaner, more natural bass. The sum of all these unique features makes the 301 Series III speaker capable of reproducing the wide dynamic range demanded by today’s advanced recordings without strain or loss of clarity.