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Bose QuietComfort 45 SE $249 + Delivery ($0 C&C/in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi

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Bose QuietComfort 45 SE $249 + Delivery ($0 C&C/in-Store) @ JB Hi-Fi
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sharemyhead on 09/12/2023 - 06:23 jbhifi.com.au (3994 clicks)
Last edited 09/12/2023 - 07:09 by 1 other user

Bose QuietComfort 45 SE @ JBHiFi for $249. From what I’ve read the only difference between these and the normal QuietComfort 45 is the case so decent deal if someone can do without a hard case.

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  • halley on 09/12/2023 - 06:31
    +5

    And you can buy a hard case for about $19.99

    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/185789907204?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mk…

    • rorypitt on 09/12/2023 - 08:41

      Have you got one of these cases? I see it's not a genuine Bose one, so just wondering if it is a good fit/decent quality.
      Thanks 😊

    • poglet on 09/12/2023 - 17:52

      Qc35 came with this case, surprised the qc45 is missing it. The case is very good, protected my headphones for many years.

      • Rscit on 10/12/2023 - 00:51
        +1

        Qc45 DOES come with the excellent hard case - this one posted is the Qc45 SE, which is the same headphones MINUS the hard case. Each to their own if they want the hard case or not

  • unity1 on 09/12/2023 - 06:59

    So does SE stand for special edition or soft edition?

    • klonky on 09/12/2023 - 07:20
      +7

      Sam Elliott

    • customundo on 09/12/2023 - 08:30
      +3

      Sensitive Eddie

    • Takemymone3y on 09/12/2023 - 08:49
      +19

      Small Ears

    • Hall-fg on 09/12/2023 - 09:33

      Squirrel Eagles

    • lordra on 09/12/2023 - 16:07

      Square Eggz

    • fcamillo on 09/12/2023 - 18:37
      +1

      Sounds Excellent

    • Eskibar on 10/12/2023 - 19:37

      soft enclosure

  • Nugs on 09/12/2023 - 07:23
    -3

    It's a shame that rtings hasn't tested the SE to confirm or deny it's the same as 45
    .

  • jackwilk on 09/12/2023 - 07:30

    So its 45, 45 se and se. 3 models?

    • Chojey on 09/12/2023 - 11:29
      +4

      I spoke with a Bose rep via live chat a few days ago and sent them the JB Hifi link and they confirmed JB's "45 SE" is the same as "SE" on the Bose site - and furthermore, according to the rep technical spec wise SE is the same as the 45 the only difference being the absence of the hardcase. The Bose rep did mention there is a 30 day trial / free return policy and the site offered free shipping so I went and bought it from Bose which I received yesterday - I gotta say I am fairly happy with the product but may buy a hardcase so it doesn't get damaged. I will trial the headphone for another week or so before making up my mind if I want to keep it or return it though.

      • Gumbootboy on 09/12/2023 - 11:35
        +2

        Seriously? What a stupid naming system if the only difference is literally a case. It should all be called the same thing and then just bundle
        It with different cases.

        I’ve been thinking about upgrading from my 35 QC II’s, but the naming makes it super unclear which is the best one at the moment.

        • Jay43 on 09/12/2023 - 12:03
          +2

          The upgrade is definitely worth it. I loved my 35's but the 45's are much better.

          Only downside is the soft case and that they got rid of the button you could assign to use Alexa - as far as I know anyway.

      • lordra on 09/12/2023 - 16:09

        Thanks for confirming. I got my se from the recent student Beans + black Friday deal. Was afraid that was different to this.

  • Lets Make Sandwiches on 09/12/2023 - 07:31
    +12

    What a shame……they hold back for black friday and then discount now. Sorry JB, someone else already got my money.

    • thedragon on 09/12/2023 - 07:38
      +3

      I agree. I’d have preferred to buy from JB, but already bought from Amazon on Black Friday.

    • Reginald7711 on 09/12/2023 - 09:00
      +9

      I bought from Bose. And for $209 w/ student beans discount using an alumni email.

    • freesteakknives on 09/12/2023 - 09:53
      +1

      You have to keep your eyes open with Black Friday. The CentreCom Synology 923+ price on Black Friday was higher than the previous week by 5%

    • Attaca on 09/12/2023 - 13:24

      I got JB to price match Bose stacking with Amex’s Black Fri JB $100/20 cashback offer, ended up being $209

      • pgsn on 09/12/2023 - 14:14

        Can you please expand as I am trying to get Bose to.price match NB so that I can use the student bean discount. But the Bose web chat is telling me to buy at the advertised proce and come back for refund

        • Attaca on 09/12/2023 - 22:19
          +1

          I showed JB the published price from Bose website which was $249. Used my Amex to charge 2 x $100 to get the extra $40 discount as part of Amex black Fri deal

  • Officewalks on 09/12/2023 - 07:38
    +5

    Same price at Amazon

    Bose QuietComfort Headphones SE, Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black https://amzn.asia/d/biqrmu4

  • 00 on 09/12/2023 - 08:06
    +1

    Worth the change over from well worn pair of QC35II’s?

    • thedragon on 09/12/2023 - 08:15
      +13

      If your headphones are otherwise in good condition, you can get replacement pads for about $15-20. They’re really easy to fit.

      • aec on 09/12/2023 - 10:35
        +1

        But not the headband.

      • Minimum chips on 09/12/2023 - 21:24
        -2

        *$15-20 for pads that fit from amazon, but they don't feel the same. $40 for the real thing at JB HI FI. Having a part that wears out so easily and then charging far above cost for a replacement is actually the reason I will never buy Bose headphones again, or recommend them to anyone.

        I recommend Sennheiser instead.

    • PhilToinby on 09/12/2023 - 08:15
      +5

      Just buy some new ear pads and save your $

    • rorypitt on 09/12/2023 - 08:49
      +1

      USB C
      Longer battery life (?)
      Potential firmware differences but it might not make any practical difference

    • Reginald7711 on 09/12/2023 - 09:37
      +4

      yeah. im not even upgrading my QC25II's replaced the ear pads and they are fine

      • Ilikecars on 09/12/2023 - 12:18
        +2

        I'm in the same boat, but having a cable is getting to me 😆

      • thedragon on 09/12/2023 - 14:48
        +2

        I’ve had my qc25s since about 2016. I love them. Replaced the pads a few years back and they’re like new.

        I finally but the bullet on Black Friday and have upgraded to the QC SEs as the chord was starting to get to me.

        The 25s will get handed down to the kids.

        • Reginald7711 on 09/12/2023 - 18:06
          +1

          Oh maybe I mean the 35s then. mine are wireless

    • hoxyz on 09/12/2023 - 09:55
      +4

      For me ANC is better than QC35 II

      • CocaKoala on 09/12/2023 - 10:22
        +6

        I've to agree with this comment. I find that even the passive noise isolation is very slightly better. Besides, my 35 II had a minor battery related issue so Bose actually replaced it with the 45 for free. They've won me over as a lifetime and loyal customer with this level of support.

        • Naigrabzo on 09/12/2023 - 13:13

          Impressive. Where did you buy from? how much was left on warranty? Thanks.

          • CocaKoala on 09/12/2023 - 13:22
            +2

            @Naigrabzo: I originally got it from the Qantas store, but the item was out of warranty. Bose nevertheless sorted it out exceeding my expectations. They even paid for me to post the 35 II back to them!

            It's a known battery issue that Bose replaces QC 35 II for (I suggest searching the web about it).

        • BuyNow Think Later on 09/12/2023 - 14:10

          How did you contact Bose?

            • BuyNow Think Later on 09/12/2023 - 15:31

              @CocaKoala: Tried the Reddit steps. Bose close the free replacement now. It offers discounted Bose QuietComfort Headphones for $375.00.

              • CocaKoala on 09/12/2023 - 15:58
                +1

                @BuyNow Think Later: Comments as late as Oct 2023 state they received a refurbished pair after chatting with customer service. May be they have closed the free replacement, I'm not entirely sure.

            • poglet on 09/12/2023 - 17:58

              @CocaKoala: Happy to hear this helped some people out. I still felt bummed that Bose made it so hard to find and never did a recall or acknowledged it

              • CocaKoala on 09/12/2023 - 18:58

                @poglet: My understanding is that not every unit was affected by the issue, so a recall might have been excessive. I'm not sure why you think they didn't acknowledge it. They went out of their way to replace QC 35 II units that were even out if warranty with a brand new model that's better and of higher value.

    • banana365 on 09/12/2023 - 11:59
      +1

      Probably not https://www.reddit.com/r/bose/comments/q0l43x/review_of_qc_4…

      I was tempted to get these, but it seems like Bose quality isn't what it could be.

  • FullTimeClown on 09/12/2023 - 08:28

    How do these rate against apple airpords

    • JaxSantiago on 09/12/2023 - 09:30
      +44

      Username checks out

  • JasonMelb on 09/12/2023 - 08:49
    +1

    The repairability of these is really poor. The Sony's look much easier to swap the battery pack.
    Don't need a heat gun and a knife.

    • JarrodRebecchie on 09/12/2023 - 11:17
      +7

      From a sample size of one (me), I've used a pair of QC35 for the last six, nearly seven, years. Taken them around the world a few times over, earpads have come and gone, headband is looking a bit scuffed but that battery is a trooper.

    • heef on 09/12/2023 - 20:00
      +1

      the top of the headband craps out before the battery and it's a btch to replace on the xm3/4

  • abs898 on 09/12/2023 - 08:53
    +1

    If Bose price matches on their website, you can you studentbeans code

  • hothed on 09/12/2023 - 08:58
    +2

    Awesome. I use these on the train just with ANC and no music. Bliss.

  • frforreal on 09/12/2023 - 08:58

    Hmm. I was looking at these or the qc ultras. Worth it for the almost $350 price difference..?

    • EuphratesFate on 09/12/2023 - 09:03
      +8

      I tried out the Ultras at JB recently and IMO I felt like Spatial Audio was more of a gimmick. Maybe useful for watching movies. Definitely doesn’t justify the price diff. Trust!

      • frforreal on 09/12/2023 - 10:24

        Thank you! Appreciate it

  • kaz8743 on 09/12/2023 - 09:26

    Is it type C ?

  • Fitzwah on 09/12/2023 - 09:45
    +1

    I've still got a wired pair 😞

    • WwDesi on 09/12/2023 - 10:12
      +1

      You are a Legend

    • SuperLate on 09/12/2023 - 21:52

      That's the way. 👍

  • MrMcHairyHead on 09/12/2023 - 09:51
    -4

    From googling it it looks like these headphones don't allow you to turn ANC off, which is a deal breaker for me.

    • snivy on 09/12/2023 - 11:33
      +4

      Got a pair, you can turn it off.

      • liongalahad on 09/12/2023 - 12:49

        I don't think it's an actual ANC off, more like ANC passing sound through. It's still active just turned to the minimum. You can still tell the difference if headphones are on or off. At least this is with the 700's, I'd be surprised if it were any different with the QC45

        • glashalful on 10/12/2023 - 16:55

          Can confirm it's the same with QC45.

  • Classical on 09/12/2023 - 10:33
    +7

    Bose replaced my 6 years old QC35 to QC45 after developing the power switch problem for free. A+ Customer Service.

    • PhilToinby on 09/12/2023 - 11:02

      You've inspired me to ask about my battery problem on my 6yo QC35'S!

    • Naigrabzo on 09/12/2023 - 13:13

      HOLY MOLY!!!

    • BuyNow Think Later on 09/12/2023 - 14:11

      How did you contact Bose?

    • DGNR8 on 09/12/2023 - 16:35

      Can you please share what you had to do, and do you have to show proof of issue?

  • JayZBlade on 09/12/2023 - 11:06
    +1

    How are these vs the Sony WH XM4’s?

    • Chickenleg on 09/12/2023 - 12:32
      +6

      Not exactly the same but I've been using these for the past couple of weeks after using XM3s for the past 4 years and decided to go for the cheaper option rather than trying for the Sony upgrade option.

      I'd say the major difference is the sound profile is extremely different. The Bose seem to have a wider, more balanced sound profile as opposed to Sony's bass heaviness. Bose wins for the comfort factor with the clamping force being less; i can definitely wear these for longer without my ears or head getting sore. ANC seems on par. Thought i'd miss the touch controls of the Sonys but it's not that bad having physical buttons.

      All in all, they're not bad at all, just different, and a great deal if you can get them for $210. I think i prefer to watch TV with the Bose but would choose Sony if listening to music.

      My 2c.

  • seraphim2017 on 09/12/2023 - 11:11
    +6

    No different to the other qc45 we own, detects as qc45, sounds the same when listening to the same music. Just a soft case instead of hard case. $210 student beans deal.

    • Saintguru on 09/12/2023 - 12:21

      Hi, how did you manage to buy at $210 using student beans? Got told by bose i can only use one either pricematch or student beans.

      • CrispyChrispy on 09/12/2023 - 13:00

        It's $249 off the Bose website, use a Student Beans code to get $40 off?

      • Alexander420 on 09/12/2023 - 13:07

        It’s in bose website and apply beans code at the checkout.

      • seraphim2017 on 09/12/2023 - 14:09

        The student beans code stacks with the price of 249.95

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