L1PRO P O R TA B L E L I N E A R R AY SYST E M S Application Guide L1 PRO8 L1 PRO16 L1 PRO32 with SUB1 The most portable L1 Pro system A balance of power and portability The most advanced L1 ever or SUB2 L1 MIX for Apple & Android devices
TABLE OF CONTENTS L1 PRO SERIES PORTFOLIO LINEUP...............................................................................1 L1 PRO32 + SUB1.................................................................................. 14 L1 PRO ONBOARD MIXER.................................................................... 3 L1 PRO32 + SUB2................................................................................. 15 L1 PRO MIX APP.......................................................................
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PORTFOLIO LINEUP L1 PRO SERIES Dialed in for pure performance L1 Pro portable line array systems advance a PA category invented by Bose into a new era of on-the-go audio for singer-songwriters, mobile DJs, and bands. Three models offer legendary 180-degree horizontal coverage, unmatched clarity and tonal balance, plus extended bass response with a unique RaceTrack woofer design.
L1 PRO ONBOARD MIXER L1 PRO SERIES 1 2 Signal/clip LED indicator illuminates green when a signal is present and will illuminate red when the signal is clipping. 3 Channel mute by pressing the button. While muted, the switch will illuminate white. 4 Channel ToneMatch button selects the ToneMatch preset for an individual channel. Use MIC for microphones and INST for acoustic guitar. The corresponding LED will illuminate white while selected.
L1 PRO MIX APP L1 PRO SERIES Download the Bose L1 Mix app to your phone or tablet to take wireless control of your L1 Pro system via Bluetooth LE connection. Adjust settings instantly, roam the room and fine-tune, mute the reverb, access the ToneMatch library of custom EQ presets, and stream audio. The L1 Pro system indicators and controls update in real time with changes made in the app.
BLUETOOTH CONNECTIONS L1 PRO SERIES Wireless Control and Audio Streaming L1 Pro Systems include two separate Bluetooth connections: Bluetooth LE and Bluetooth Classic. Each of these type of connections serve a different purpose: control or audio streaming. When you open the L1 Mix app and follow the steps for connecting, your mobile device or tablet connects to the L1 Pro system using Bluetooth LE technology.
RACETRACK DRIVER L1 PRO SERIES Powerful Integrated Performance Small Beginnings, Massive Performance Racetrack drivers are most commonly found in small and slim audio applications. Bose has achieved the engineering feat of enlarging the racetrack driver to meet the needs of the traveling performer. This allows for a slim integrated package to match the performance of a standard larger loudspeaker system.
LINE ARRAY TECHNOLOGY L1 PRO SERIES The Bose L1 Pro series incorporates line array technology that provides advantages compared to a traditional point source portable PA loudspeaker. In general, line array technology provides more targeted audience coverage as it acoustically aims its sound energy to the intended listening area and away from non-intended areas like the ceiling or floors.
DIRECTS SOUND TO FARTHER DISTANCES L1 PRO SERIES Line Source Behavior The L1 Pro systems implement the benefits of line source technology while maintaining portability as an audio solution. The result of this innovation allows for sound to propagate further than a standard point source system. This happens because a line source system is not bound to the inverse square law within the near field critical distance. Traditionally a point source will lose 6dB of sound pressure (SPL) per doubling of distance.
OVERCOMES CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENTS L1 PRO SERIES Vertical Coverage The L1 Pro line of PA systems is compromised of three different coverage patterns. The L1 Pro 8 system is equipped with a C-Shaped array vertical coverage pattern. This allows it to have the widest coverage of all L1 Pro systems but the shortest throw distance. This makes it suitable for smaller venues or more unique placement situations that require an extremely flexible PA system where a stage may not be present.
SLIM ADAPTABLE DESIGN L1 PRO SERIES The L1 Pro8 and Pro16 have optional extensions for use when a stage is not present. This allows for a fantastic audio experience at both a local coffee shop or performance venue and extreme flexibility for PA placement in challenging enviornments. L1 Pro8 L1 Pro16 Without Stage With Stage Without Stage With Stage Lighter weight with easier portability The L1 Pro systems allow for the benefit of line source technology to be brought anywhere.
SELECTION GUIDE L1 PRO SERIES L1 PRO8 L1 PRO16 L1 PRO32 + SUB1 L1 PRO32 + SUB2 Loudspeaker Type 8 x articulated cricket drivers w/ integrated 7” x 13” racetrack transducer 16 x articulated cricket drivers w/ integrated 10” x 18” neodymium racetrack transducer 32 x articulated cricket drivers w/ modular 7” x 13” racetrack transducer 32 x articulated cricket drivers w/ modular 10” x 18” neodymium racetrack transducer 122 dB (cont.) 128 dB (peak) Max SPL 112 dB (cont.) 118 dB (peak) 118 dB (cont.
L1 PRO8 L1 PRO SERIES The most portable system The L1 Pro8 is ready whenever you are, enabling easier load-in and faster setup. With an eight-driver articulated C-shape line array, the L1 Pro8 offers 180 degrees of horizontal sound coverage, equipping singer-songwriters and DJs for small venues like coffee shops and cafes.
L1 PRO16 L1 PRO SERIES A balance of power and portability The L1 Pro16 is a streamlined system with high output and extended low frequency. With a 16-driver articulated J-shape line array, the L1 Pro16 offers 180 degrees of horizontal sound coverage and is a perfect fit for DJs, singer-songwriters, and small ensembles performing in small-to-medium sized clubs, bars, and other venues.
L1 PRO32 + SUB1 L1 PRO SERIES The most advanced L1 ever For DJs, singer-songwriters, bands — and your audience — the L1 Pro32 delivers a truly superior experience. With the supreme clarity and output of a 32-driver articulated line array, the L1 Pro32 offers 180-degree horizontal sound coverage, giving you an unrivaled portable PA system for medium-to-largesized venues and events like weddings, clubs, hotel ballrooms, festivals, and more.
L1 PRO32 + SUB2 L1 PRO SERIES The most powerful L1 ever For DJs, singer-songwriters, bands — and your audience — the L1 Pro32 delivers a truly superior experience. With the supreme clarity and output of a 32-driver articulated line array, the L1 Pro32 offers 180-degree horizontal sound coverage, giving you an unrivaled portable PA system for medium-to-largesized venues and events like weddings, clubs, hotel ballrooms, festivals, and more.
SUB1 | SUB2 L1 PRO SERIES Bass without the bulk A powered, portable bass module, the Sub1 or Sub2 subwoofer combines with virtually any portable PA and delivers low-end performance down to 40 Hz or 37 Hz respectively. Sub1 is the more compact subwoofer option for the Bose L1 Pro32, combining seamlessly via single-cable SubMatch connectivity. Sub2 is the more powerful option. M20 Threaded Insert The Sub1 and Sub2 are designed to complement your L1 Pro32 system.
SUB1 | SUB2 L1 PRO SERIES Sub connection configurations Included SubMatch cable A single cable connectivity for both power and audio. This innovation allows for a simpler and faster setup when using an L1 Pro32 system + a Sub1 or Sub2. The color coded cable connectors and keyed ports make the setup of the most powerful L1Pro system plug and play. This cable also allows for more than one subwoofer to be used when more low frequency reproduction is needed. Simply plug in a second Sub1 or Sub2 and perform.
CARDIOID SUBS EXPLAINED L1 PRO SERIES Bass where you want it A cardioid sub configuration allows for a coverage pattern that is not unlike a cardioid microphone pickup pattern. This coverage pattern allows for most of the sound energy to be focused in front of the sub module stack while drastically reducing the sound energy that is propagated behind the subwoofer stack.
CARDIOID CONFIGURATION L1 PRO SERIES Connecting and setting up To configure cardioid subs, stack two identical modules as seen to the left, connect the top sub module to an L1 Pro32 via a SubMatch cable or an external source and A/C power. Next set the top sub to positive polarity and the bottom sub to cardioid mode by pressing and holding the polarity button until the CARDIOID LED is illuminated.
VENUE RECOMMENDATION L1 PRO SERIES With the ultra-portable L1 Pro8 for intimate venues, the portable-with-punch L1 Pro16 for small-to-medium spaces, and the peak-performance L1 Pro32 for larger audiences, there’s an ideal system for almost any venue.
CONNECTION DIAGRAM L1 PRO SERIES Ch 1 & 2 Ch 3 Channels 1 & 2 feature a combo jack and accept either a balanced XLR or TRS connector, or an unbalanced TS connector. With this type of flexibility, you can connect mic, instrument, or line-level source devices. Stream audio using a wireless Bluetooth connection or connect a line-level source device using either the 3.5mm or 1/4” input jack. Ch. 3 Ch. 1 or 2 * Alternate Connection This scenario may require a specialized cable or adapter.
L1 PRO8 SYSTEM DIAGRAM EXAMPLE L1 PRO SERIES The L1 Pro8 isn’t just for singer-songwriters and DJs; presenters need to be heard too. In this example, the wireless mic receiver can be connected to input 1 or 2. A PC laptop for multimedia presentations can connect to channel 3 either using a Bluetooth connection or the 3.5mm aux input. Level adjustments can either be made directly on the built-in mixer or from the L1 Mix app on a mobile phone or tablet.
L1 PRO16 SYSTEM DIAGRAM EXAMPLE L1 PRO SERIES When the whole band decides to join you, flank the sides of the stage with a pair of L1 Pro16’s. Connect up to eight microphones or instruments to the ToneMatch T8S mixer, and use the ToneMatch connection to provide a digtial audio connection to one of the L1 Pro16’s and power for the ToneMatch mixer. Wire the full bandwidth line out to the second L1 Pro16 for increased audience coverage.
L1 PRO32 SYSTEM DIAGRAM EXAMPLE L1 PRO SERIES In this example, the wireless mic receiver can be connected to input 1 or 2 with the free input left for the guitar. A PC laptop loaded with backing tracks can connect to channel 3 either using a Bluetooth connection or the 3.5mm aux input. Use proprietary SubMatch cables for both power and audio to connect your L1 Pro32 and 2x Sub2 modules in cardioid mode for a focused low end on the audience.
L1 PRO32 SYSTEM DIAGRAM EXAMPLE 2 L1 PRO SERIES In this example, the main left and right outputs of a DJ mixer feed line level inputs on stage left and stage right L1 Pro32 systems. A PC laptop with DJ software and additional music tracks connect to the DJ mixer over a USB cable. While the L1 Pro32 system can easily accomodate a microphone, it is instead connected to one of the DJ mixer’s mic preamps so that it may be routed to the master and on to both L1 Pro32 systems.
TONEMATCH L1 PRO SERIES Expand your system Take control of your music with T4S and T8S ToneMatch® mixers, compact 4 and 8 channel interfaces designed for performers. Engineered with powerful DSP engines and intuitive user controls, they offer studio-quality EQ, dynamics and effects processing. Sound great with integrated Bose® ToneMatch® processing and zEQ, especially when connected to a Bose L1 Pro system for full end-to-end tonal control.
ACCESSORIES L1 PRO SERIES These optional accessories are sold separately.
ACCESSORIES L1 PRO SERIES These optional accessories are sold separately.
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