Billy Steele for Engadget

RATING : 7.5 / 10

Pros Great audio vocal clarity

Refined design

Easy setup

Versatile in the living room

Cons Underwhelming bass performance

Louder/complex genres get muddy at times

Stereo pairing connectivity

Multiroom limited to AirPlay and Google Cast

When someone mentions Bose, I don't immediately think of speakers. For me, the company is synonymous with noise-canceling headphones since I've spent years testing various QuietComfort products. However, Bose actually has a number of speakers under its belt, a lineup that comprises portable, home and living room models alike. The company's latest home audio option, the Lifestyle Ultra Speaker ($299) , is part of a trio of new Wi-Fi-connected devices that can be used as a multiroom setup or as part of a robust home theater configuration.…