I agree, people hate Bose for its High Price; most of the pricey products are the bundled HT systems.
However, I beg to differ when it comes to 201s or 301s they are one of the most competitively priced speakers in its segment and none of the other brands can beat the price and sound quality provided by 201/301s.
At 13,388 INR the 201s beat many of its competitors hands down. I have tested many bookshelf speakers and majority of the BIG names in this price range do not match 201s. Only when you go way above range on 25-30 K range + you may find few which can compete with 201s. At 35K+ you will definitely do better.
Bose has done a great job by pricing these speakers at an affordable price range with great quality speakers!
Test these speakers and compare with similarly priced Polk, BAs, AEs, B&Ws, WDs etc. and see the difference. 201s are the best in its price range and gives out best sound.
Phobia / irrational dislike is what the Bose has faced for years by positioning its products at a premium range; that's not the case now. Try and then decide.
P.S: Let the bashing begin......
