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Bose L1 Compact Portable Line Array System

Includes one Bose L1 Compact Power Stand and one L1 Compact Extension.

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"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" submitted June 20, 2011

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Musical Background: Band leader
Music Style: Contemporary
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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.
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"Amazing stereo sound!" submitted January 3, 2012

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Music Style: Classical
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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.
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"Loud, clean, and COMPACT!" submitted August 28, 2011

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Musical Background: Professional Musician
Music Style: Acoustic Rock
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Sound: The sound is fantastic. It's clean and loud and sounds the same no matter where you're standing or sitting in the room. Unbelievable! Feature: I love how simple this system is. I only wish I had the ToneMatch accessory to go with it as I could then adjust the volume without have to get up or bend over. And that will also allow me to add some reverb as well. Ease of Use: Simple and COMPACT. This thing effortlessly fits in the trunk of my Yaris with my guitar and luggage. Value: I wish it was cheaper, but you get what you pay for! This is still a good deal compared to what it would cost to get anything comparable. The Wow Factor: This system makes people's jaw drop. They cannot believe that much sound is coming out of that little array. It's hard to stay humble about it. Overall: I love it. I plan to buy the ToneMatch accessory and use it to chain a second L1 Compact for even larger venues. Although this unit is PERFECT for any coffeehouse, restaurant, or venue seating less than 100.
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"Baby, You're the Best" submitted June 28, 2011

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Musical Background: Saxophonist
Music Style: Smooth Jazz
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Sound: I've owned four other personal PA systems made by other manufacturers, and this is by far the best. Clear sound, lightweight, small footprint, minimal cords, visually pleasing. Thank you, Bose and Zzounds. And Zounds, thanks also for your Play as You Pay program.
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"AMAZZZZZZZINGGGG !!!" submitted July 14, 2010

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Musical Background: DJ
Music Style: Juke & House
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Sound: The sound quality is pretty good. Its nice and clear. Loud. I just wish it had a little more bass. I used this system for a small DJ gig. I think the sound is great for a small house party (indoors). If your looking for something with a little more power and bass I'd recommend the Bose L1 Model I System Single Bass Package. I'd recommend this particular speaker for a guitar or any other live instrument. I would not recommend this speaker for a DJ gigging at large venues. This is more for a smaller DJ gig or maybe even better used as practice speakers. Feature: The product included carrying cases! Ease of Use: This speaker is very easy to use. The best part is how easy it is to put the speaker together and to take it apart. It's super light. Its powered so thats another great thing about it. Its super simple and to the point when it come to connecting a guitar or a mixer or for most instruments for that matter. Quality: The product is high quality which you can expect from most if not all Bose products. Very dependable, feels sturdy. I think this product would be good for traveling. It's very compact and easy to carry around. It's super light also. Seems like it'll last a long time. Value: Yes it's definitely worth the money! Manufacturer Support: Haven't had to deal with support so that's a good thing ! The Wow Factor: It's pretty sexy ;) very nice design i must say. Overall: I would keep this speaker but I would also want to have something a little more powerful for DJ gigs. More bass specifically. You can never have enough bass when it comes to spinning records. But i think this is a great speaker for live instruments as well as a great clear quality practice speaker for todays DJ.
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"Bose L1 Compact" submitted May 14, 2012

By Bert B in Murrieta, CA
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Music Style: Rock, Country, Pop
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Overall: This Bose system is just awesome. I use it at a gym facility for classes as well as background music. The sound quality is top notch and the volume is WAY more than needed. I had thought about supplementing a separate sub to enhance the lower end, but have not really needed to. The acoustics in the gym works well enough. I still may add a sub, as sometimes we do conduct classes outside because of capacity limitations, and the low end is not heard (or felt) as well outside. The sound quality so impressed our gym members, that some of them are considered buying their own for their own purposes. I rated the Manufacturer Support as 1 star, because I have not needed to use it, therefore I can't rate it. For some people, the cost might be on the high side. The sound quality, the ease of use, and the versatility makes it worth the cost. If you're looking for a system that is very portable, flexible, and want the quality of sound that only Bose can deliver, then you'll be happy with L1 Compact.
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