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:
The most portable L1 Pro system — L1 Pro8. A balance of power and portability — L1 Pro16. And the most advanced L1 ever — L1 Pro32.
Built-in multi-channel mixers offer EQ, reverb, and phantom power, plus Bluetooth® streaming and access to the full library of ToneMatch presets. And the intuitive L1 Mix app places wireless control in your hands, giving you the flexibility to roam the room and fine-tune and the freedom to instantly adjust your mix anytime.
Premium sound on stage. Practical portability everywhere else. With an L1 Pro, you can get from parking to performing with ease and from setup to setlist in minutes. It’s the power to sound your best and simply perform.
L1 Mix App
Access intuitive, wireless control of your Bose L1 Pro portable PA system. With the L1 Mix app, you adjust L1 Pro mixer settings during a gig from your phone or tablet. You get connectivity that empowers your performance, giving you greater flexibility for on-the-fly tweaks via channel-level controls that are easy to access and deliver immediate results so you can mix in the moment.
Helpful Links
For more information about the L1 Pro family, click here.
For a video playlist of our announcement and system overviews, click here.
To download the L1 Mix App on the iOS App Store click here and for Google Play click here.
L1 Pro 8
The L1 Pro 8 is available to purchase today in the US, Canada, Mexico and parts of Europe. Find out where you can purchase in the 'Where to buy' section here.
The L1 Pro 16 is available to preorder in the US, Canada, Mexico and parts of Europe. Find out where you can purchase in the 'Where to buy' section here.
L1 Pro 32
The L1 Pro 32 is coming soon! Find out more details here.
Is there a beta group of users familiar with both the old or current L1 series and this new version that can answer comparative questions?
They seem to touch all the bases that have been requested over time, and I believe Ken when he says the new models are better, but I would still be interested in real world comparisons.
I think these look very cool. I would love to see a real world demonstration video from Bose with these from one person to full bands. I love the seemingly even quicker setup times.
A few questions:
Looking at the specs listed, since it's not spelled out, are the wattage ratings peak or RMS?
Also please show stability of the Pro32, as in if someone bumps it from a side, will it topple?
Lastly, is there some sort of cover/carry bag included with the Pro32? The one I see at Sweetwater seems to be separately sold, adding $200 to the cost. If so, sorry, it should be included.
I currently use one L1 Model 2 with 2 B2 bass modules to DJ weddings up to 150-200 people. I use the original l1 compact as a satellite to fill out areas where I need more coverage. I typically run the model 2 at half volume and it is perfect. I also have a little s1 pro that I add when needed.
Now on my question... will the L1 pro16 handle a typical wedding venue for 150-200 people? I mainly need solid music at the dance floor and it is actually nice if the volume drops off after that so people can talk and visit. How does the L1 pro16 compare to the L1 model2? Assuming I get the Pro16, can I run them both if needed without compromising sound quality?
Would I be better served just getting an F1 sub with 812 top? So many options.
I'm a wedding DJ as well. About the same size typical weddings.
I've also been using the model 2'sfor a while.
Now, this is speculation at this point, as I haven't actually used them yet, but I'm guessing the pro 32 would be a step above the model 2. I'm basing this off of 32 speakers on the pro 32 vs 24 on the model 2.
The pro16 seems closer to the L1 model 1s. 16 speakers on the pro16 vs 12 on the 1s.
I'm guessing you'll get more punch with the Sub 1 or 2 than you will with the sub attached to the pro16.
I agree I don't often need all of the model 2, but there are times with a packed dance floor that I don't believe an L1s....or a pro16 would be enough.
Thanks for your comments and information Scott. I was on the fence between the S1 & the L1 compact... However, With the new Pro line coming available that fixed that. I am very interested in the S1 for the future to fill in the L1 Pro 8 that I will be purchasing and doing a unboxing / real world review on. Do you think the S1 would be a good additional match? Plus, Should I buy direct from Bose or Guitar Center?
Is there an official Bose presence here? I see multiple questions, none of which have been answered. The previous forum generated quick and helpful responses (please tell me they didn’t nuke years of in-depth knowledge). I can’t imagine why not, but does the Pro line power the T1 Tonematch as well? That’s one example.
Yes. Can we get confirmation that the T1 works with the new l1 pro systems. I’d like to know this as I use t1 for solo work & a ts8 for my group. Thanks
Thank you all for your comments on this thread, I'm happy to see this product announcement met with such enthusiasm!
Regarding use of the T1 ToneMatch with the L1 Pro systems: The architecture of the T1 ToneMatch differs from that of the T4S and T8S ToneMatch mixers, and is not compatible with the L1 Pro’s S/PDIF audio architecture.
The T1 ToneMatch is based on S/PDIF, but with a proprietary connection for legacy L1 products which allows them to carry other data such as firmware updates. The T4S and T8S ToneMatch mixers use an updated version of ToneMatch protocol, which is compatible with with legacy L1 products, but also fully compatible with S/PDIF. Since the L1 Pro architecture is designed to use standard S/PDIF protocol, the T1 ToneMatch cannot communicate the same way and is unable to send audio via the ToneMatch port.
Although the T1 ToneMatch is unable to send audio it can still receive power from an L1 Pro system via the ToneMatch port. In order for the the L1 Pro system to receive audio, users of the T1 ToneMatch would need to connect the analog main out of the T1 to an available input on the L1 Pro system.
