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Bose L1 Compact Portable Line Array System

Fill the room with clear, even sound with the Bose L1 portable compact PA system. 28 People rated this product: Rate and Review This Product
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Product Description

Bose has completely redefined what live sound can be with their introduction of the L1 series of line array systems. The L1 Compact--the most basic entry in their L1 series--utilizes all of their cutting-edge features to create a portable PA system.

Maximum Coverage: On-Stage and Off

Improve the way your sound travels. In traditional live sound systems, the multi-faceted monitor, main, and back-line configurations usually leave the performer hearing a much different mix than what the audience hears. Bose solves that problem with the L1 Compact, which uses their Spatial Dispersion (tm) technology to achieve exceptional balance and range. Plus, with six drivers that are precisely configured for balance, clarity, and tone, the L1 Compact projects a powerful range of sound while minimizing unwanted reflections and eliminating feedback potential.

Get Intuitive Control of your Sound

The onboard mixing console has two channels and features Bose's ToneMatch (r) technology. The ToneMatch (r) systems provides precise EQ and tonal settings. The XLR input is configured with ideal settings for vocal reproduction, while the second channel is optimized for either guitar or media devices and includes 1/4-inch and RCA connections.

Truly Portable PA

Weighing in at just 29 pounds, the entire Bose L1 Compact PA system breaks down into an extremely managable package. The entire system can be bundled into the base and included carrying bag.

Features:

- Complete PA system in intuitive and mobile package

- Truly portable design with including carry bag
- Two channels that feature Bose ToneMatch (r) technology providing effective EQ and replication

- Designed with Bose Spatial Dispersion (tm) for balance and range zZounds is an authorized dealer of Bose products.
Specifications

Bose L1 Compact Power Stand with Loudspeaker Array:
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 16.5 x 13.25 x 16.75 in. (41.8 x 33.9 x 42.6 cm)
- Weight: 24.6 lbs (11.2 kg)

L1 Compact Loudspeaker Array:
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 16 x 2.75 x 2.75 in. (40.8 x 7 x 7 cm)
- Weight: 3.0 lbs (1.35 kg)

Each L1 Compact Extension:
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 32.5 x 2.75 x 2.75 in. (83 x 7 x 7 cm)
- Weight: 2.3 lbs (1.5 kg)

Collapsed Position (assembled):
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 16.5 x 13.25 x 16.75 in. (41.8 x 33.9 x 42.6 cm)
- Weight: 24.6 lbs (11.2 kg)

Extended position (assembled):
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 78.5 x 13.25 x 16.75 in. (199.5 x 33.9 x 42.6 cm)
- Weight: 29.2 lbs (13.3 kg)
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Shipping Weight: 27 lbs
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zZounds has verified that this customer bought this product from us. "If you are a solo or duo act, sell your other PA gears and get this one. It will save you a lot of time, and possibly improve yo"
Sound: This is the best sounding Bose live sound speakers I've heard to date. I did an RTA and revealed its response is fairly neutral, with a light mid high boost to bring out the presence. Microphone does not sound boomy, as the mic input has some EQ applied. The microphone doesn't feed back, even with a SM-58 mic, gain at 1 o'clock, standing 2 ft right in front of the speaker column. The music material sounds punchy, more so than the size of the sub might suggest. The sound quality is on-par with JBL-PRX and QSC powered speakers, just not in terms of output level. You will not find a better sounding integrated system for less than a grand. Feature: Setup is extremely fast: no poles, no speaker cables, patch cables between amplifier and mixer. Just your instruments/mic and 1 power cord. The modular design allows 3 different speaker heights, depending on how many spacer column you use. When the whole thing is set up, it only takes up a very small footprint: smaller area than a tripod mic stand would occupy. Works very well in tight venues like coffee shop and small classroom. Ease of Use: It doesn't require a professional sound engineer to make things sound good with this system. Bose did the hard work; you just need to control your volume. Everything packs together into 2 light hand-carry stowages. I don't think there is a system out there with a faster setup and easier transporting package. Quality: Build quality is top-notched, not a typical made-in-china appearance. Value: Everything integrated in a convenient good sounding system for less than a grand. That's quite a value. Manufacturer Support: Have not need to use Bose support yet. So can't comment. The Wow Factor: I own it. It has enough appeal to make me want to use it more than I need to use it. The clever design and good build quality does not turn off users like some other cheap products. Overall: Bose really exercised their product bases to put together this integrated system that makes sense and suits the need of many solo or duo bands. They did it right this time, with a small array at top that projects good distance at useful output levels, with a good gain-before-feedback. You don't need a full-length array for a small system like this. This system will not service a 500-people crowd, nor should it. It has its place.
Style of Music: Contemporary
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Sound: I bought two L1 portables as stereo keyboard loud speakers. What amazes me is the accuracy of the sound reproduced by these speakers compaired to conventional PA speakers. I would put it on par more or less with the sound produced by studio monitors but at louder sound levels. What is even more amazing it how the speakers throw the sound around and make it seem as if its coming from everywhere, even when the speakers are turned away from you. What I've discovered with these things is that the volume is not so important as the sound seems to magically travel long distances. The sound color also remains the same no matter what distance you are from it. The only thing bad thing I see with these loud speakers is a certain boomyness in the mid low section, somethng that I was able to fix with a little eq. Quality: Bose uses plastic for these entry level PAs. Their other models use metal. But they seem to be well made and sturdy nonetheless. Value: $899 for this kind of amazing sound in a compact and elegant design, not to mention the sound which is the most important is worth every penny. I dont think anything out there compares with these compacts.
Style of Music: Classical
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