Bose L1 Pro 16 Portable Line Array (Review): The Best Column Array Speaker?

Bose L1 Pro 16 Portable Line Array (Review): Balance of Power and portability.
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The L1 Pro16 portable line array is a streamlined system with high output and extended low frequency range. With a 16-driver articulated J-shape line array, the L1 Pro16 delivers 180-degree horizontal sound coverage, great for small-to-medium sized clubs, bars, and other venues. An integrated subwoofer with a RaceTrack driver delivers powerful bass without the bulk; a built-in multi-channel mixer offers 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 from your smartphone. For DJs, singer-songwriters, and small ensembles, the L1 Pro16 gives you expanded bandwidth and supreme clarity - the power to sound your best and simply perform.
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Balance power and portability with the L1 Pro system optimized for both on-the-go simplicity and expanded bandwidth, ideal for small-to-medium sized clubs, bars, and other venues
J-shaped line array featuring 16 articulated 2” neodymium drivers; 180-degree horizontal coverage, tight vertical control on top, wide dispersion on the bottom to cover audiences whether set up on the floor or an elevated stage, even off to the extreme sides in medium to large venues
Deliver premium full-range sound with consistent tonal balance for singer-songwriters, mobile DJs, small ensembles, and more
Maintain supreme vocal and instrument clarity with a J-shape extended-frequency line array featuring 16 articulated 2” neodymium drivers and wide 180-degree horizontal coverage
Bring more bass with less bulk with an integrated 10” × 18” high-excursion neodymium RaceTrack woofer; performance that rivals traditional round drivers with a smaller footprint
Go from vehicle to venue easily with a modular three-piece system that’s easier to pack, carry, and set up
Select between optimized system EQ presets for live music, recorded music, and more
Connect various audio sources easily via built-in mixer with two combo XLR-1/4” phantom-powered inputs, 1/4" and 1/8" (3.5 mm) aux input, plus Bluetooth® streaming - and access system EQ and ToneMatch presets, volume, tone, and reverb via illuminated controls
Take wireless control with the L1 Mix app on your smartphone to adjust settings instantly from your phone, roam the room and fine-tune, and access the ToneMatch library of custom EQ presets
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[@colleenmarshallmusic1849]

Excellent review ! Thank you so much ! I just purchased one !! I’m in love with Bose pro products being a vocalist. and your review sealed the deal for me .. ( wanted to upgrade from older L1..model 2 B2)..! Can’t wait to get my L1pro16 .Delivery date tomorrow!!🎶😀

[@danielmontoya8759]

I'm sold on those bad boys!! I recently went to a high-school state competition to see my niece perform and the L1 PRO was used for audio. My mind was blown on the clarity and the bass it puts out! Rocked the whole basketball gym!

[@elnenedlasyales1]

was it one speaker or two?

[@Ronniezim]

@@elnenedlasyales1 I wanna know same thing

[@leesdoinit]

did you use one or 2?

[@jeffreybahandi3818]

The sound of L1 pro 16 is good indoor or outdoor. The only problem is that the array speaker is wobbly.

[@VanzSolo]

One I have to say this was a really great video I dropped the sub instantly but two I wanted to mention that I wish I would have found this video before I made the purchase although it didn't make me regret my purchase by any means he would have just helped me make my decision faster! It was awesome to see someone who is an actual DJ of weddings.

[@djAXCESSmusic]

I have been loving my Bose L1 system for about two years. looks like its time to upgrade. Nice review and thanks for the heads up Barr!

[@djAXCESSmusic]

Oh no they messed up the case big time!!! The case for the OG L1s is perfect.

[@foreveryseasonphotography]

I have set of 2 L1 Model 2 with B2, and I plan to have for at least 3 more year.

[@tccstucco2150]

We just bought this System and no shit, Its amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The sound is phenomenal......nothing else to say.

[@msawhney59]

Great! Explaining the features

[@chadwickdavis1749]

I run a pair of Turbosound IP1000 line arrays, 2000 watts per pair, complete coverage, light, made from birch wood, and I always get complements on my sound

[@madness8556]

They're a nice speaker and also look very stylish.

[@eldestotador]

I just bought the L1 Pro16 and also that carrying bag, I like the fact that it feels sturdy and well made. Excellent review bro!!😎

[@rudypena74]

I was skeptical until today and that’s because I saw this video when Barr put it out. and I should’ve taken his advice and gone out to listen to these at a local music shop. I ended up buying KS 118’s, which pack a punch but they are super heavy. Today I listened to one at guitar center and I was mind blown. I paid four grand for ks118’s. I would have gladly paid 4grand for two of these Bose array systems all in all, I’m probably still gonna buy a set of these.😊

[@moka10251]

Great review thank you

[@whitefriars13]

Great review thank you☘️👍

[@giannismavridis]

I bought a pair of L1 Pro 32s a month ago... My head blew from the volume and clarity of sound! Amazing columns...!

[@djmaverick]

What’s the biggest venue you have done with them? I’m looking at the Pro 32s or the Maui 44g2

[@giannismavridis]

@@djmaverick Both are great! During to covid not at a big Venue yet but I played them in a big house and I can assure you they sound extremely loud! I couldn't handle so much power in my head. The clarity of sound Bose gives will be something new for your ears. If you can afford go for the Bose but with sub2 definitely! 44g2s are great too and probably I m gonna buy them in the future but the sound is much greater on Bose and you can carry them all alone but the Lds need two persons to carry. I hope I helped!

[@Anand_prem]

Can we connect with T V?

[@giannismavridis]

Yes!@@Anand_prem

[@SpiritandWill]

Listening to this video via Bluetooth on my brand new Bose L1 pro 16.

[@Dranomoly]

Never doubted they were good... that price tag though...

[@702bosslady]

I use the PRO 16 - IT IS TOTAL BAD A$$$$$$$$$$ - Only complaint is the $55 fee (non-protection) slip cover!! BOSE should have included it with the high cost of the speaker. GREAT REVIEW 🙂

[@michaelscott9266]

Hey Barr, what moving heads and what trusses do you recommend for a beginner setup? I plan to start with house, graduation, birthday gigs

[@tolytes71]

When I see you using this as your main PA system for your gig.to see is to believe.

[@jazzmusic40]

lo mismo pienso y ademas como seria comparativo, Contra RFC evox 12 ese seria un buen video informativo. no incluyas las evo 50 pq de verdad no creo q esgen en esa liga. Usalos en un evento y creere si son realistamente buenos.

[@johannjohann6523]

What's cool about Line Array instead of 2 or 3 way speakers, is the 16 - 2 inch speakers being full range speakers makes the speaker system behave like one large 32 inch speaker, since they work in unison. That gives a consistent sound across the dispersion of the speakers. Thankfully, they have "finally" reached normal consumers recently. Before, they were only offered for commercial applications.

[@antreaskonstantinou8585]

16 two-inch speakers have the same area as a single 8 inch woofer. What you said is beyond stupid. To get the same area as a 32" youd need 254 of the 2 inch speakers. Explains why these systems only sound good if you are standing next to them.

[@ifuknh8urass]

Thanks for the review, I've had my eye on the Bose 32 Sub 2 but wasn't sure if they were good enough for DJing parties with them. 👍🏼

[@diannewyatt3770]

How do you like them?

[@omarosorio3283]

do you still recommend even has a rocking issue and heists sound of that model? did you observed that issue?

[@josephhenderson2017]

can you use it with out the extension

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

Nice bro! Are you going to test them at a gig?

[@EricArbour-]

Hi, Brand new DJ here, not sure I get (sorry French is my first language) the information about the size room. Let's say I hava a party ti 50 persons and a dance floor of 30 x 30 squares feets. Just one speaker would do the job ? Where should i put it ? in a corner or in the front middle of the dance floor ? thanks for all your answers in advanced.

[@hollybrien7430]

Thanks for this video. Really helpful. I've just bought my Bose pro 16 unit.. I used it at wedding on Saturday but I struggled to get sound playing through it. I used an XLR in the 'Line Out' and connected to the Master XLR on the back of my DJ mixer. I'm guessing I don't use the 'Line Out' option to connect to a DJ mixer then? Would it be the Aux 1/4 jack output I use? Thanks!

[@hollybrien7430]

Just to clarify, I ended up plugging my XLR into the channel 1 'Input' - as I panicked! but i did get some sound out of it.

[@rubenfernandes4903]

This bose 16 he the best

[@pacio270]

Saludos amigo una pregunta cuanto cuesta rentar la makina de chispas y donde merecomiendas rentarlas saludos

[@DJPOPAAL]

RCF JMix8 are the truth! my customers mouth stay open, they cant belive the sound that comes out a little speaker.

[@djjesse1294]

Hey Barr. We going to see your next gig log with these??? Wow!! You have to add another package for these speakers.. Mas $$$$

[@Edward135i]

I've always been interested in line array's, but man does bose want a lot of money for these.

[@RonoTron01]

Is there a smaller version built for home use? I would like to find something that will replace my current Bose soundbar. also, will this work in stereo if I get a pair of them, or will they sound muddy if there are two?

[@vwr32jeep]

Why would you want a smaller version for home? Go big.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

A pair of Bose S1 Pros with a Sub1 is an incredible system. Compared to a sound bar this is on another planet! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWqrgp6irqaqabM

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

The Bose Pro 8 is the next smaller speaker in the line. You will need to use a mixer to run stereo.

[@seljoypro]

These actually sound better than the L1 Pro 32’s

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

In what way???

[@marcogutierrez2967]

Quick Question, but are those replacing the famous JBL SRX 815P's ??? That's How You Know They Top Notch.

[@BenJamin-ou7kd]

Its a diferent animal , srx will play louder, especially with a sub, the bose is a more portable design all in one system

[@angadchana2087]

Awesome video bro

[@renerodriguez1876]

Good stuff Barr! This system or the EV evolve 50 ?

[@TheDj8X]

Evolve 50

[@renerodriguez1876]

@@TheDj8X why tho? Cuz I’ve heard both and I like the Bose better

[@TheDj8X]

@@renerodriguez1876 I might have to take a second listen but the EV had crisper highs. I'll do another test this weekend and play around with the EQ settings.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

How would you compare two Pro16s with one Pro32/Sub2?

[@luvmymusic4336]

THE PRO 32 WILL BLOW THE PRO16 OUT OF THE WATER AND THE PRO 32 CAN CATER FOR UPTO 3- 400 PEOPLE

[@DJBpartyTV]

Ease off use is the difference. Pro16s for DJs & Pro32 for applications where you need it to cover larger events with a blanket of even sound.

[@madness8556]

How does the L1 Pro 16 compare sonically to EV Evolve 50?

[@TheDj8X]

The Evolve 50 is brighter with highs that are more crisp.

[@DJBpartyTV]

Pro 16 blows Evolve 50 away

[@itrashyouit7954]

how can you get pro latin remix

[@angelcrespo2704]

What settings should L1 16 for djs be set at .

[@jayrobopro]

I read at the Music settings

[@tolytes71]

Are you going to replace your jbl srx with that bose as your main PA?

[@josealfredfernandes]

😂more like a downgrade.

[@iceman012776]

I have one I love it!!! Compare to the F1 system 😱

[@DavidB_AudioTech]

How is sound vs f1 with sub??

[@iceman012776]

@@DavidB_AudioTech to me is better. And I say because I was after the f1 for about 2 years I did my testing.. I’m no pro. I used it for personal family gatherings.. but I have two Dj s that had the f1 but now use the pro 16 they love it.. Abd one of them saw mine then got it. It’s your preferences Brother

[@DavidB_AudioTech]

@@iceman012776 thank you for your reply ,is it more or less similar for power? I also have a 2 f1 kit with sub but I'm always ready to have lighter and equivalent

[@TheDj8X]

@@DavidB_AudioTech all you will get is a lighter system. The F1 is heavier for a reason. It blows the Pro 16 to shreds. But if you want good sound at less weight, go with the Pro 16

[@Vacanation]

🤯 Amazing video. I know this might be on different leagues but I'll ask anyway.. How you compare sound coming from 2x QCS K12.2 with and without KS212C? Thanks

[@Georsiro]

Hi . i just compare wirh my EV 50 Bose Pro 16 is very more powerfull ! and bass is more punchy, however , i regret a big miss in the low medium for the bose. The best system behind a Syva L acoustics is the Maui 44 G2 ( big box and heavy ) but nothing better on the market fore the price. Update : I set up a double pro 16 for the first try in real condition. Résultat: awful ! I don’t know if there was an inversion of bass but I try all settings and Sound was really bad. I quickly change the setup with EV before my party and sent back bose to the shop.

[@madness8556]

The Evolve 50s in a stereo pair are truly awesome.

[@leesdoinit]

you gave to use a tone match gor good results.

[@walasfilms]

Im Guessing you obviously plugged it as stereo mode right?

[@bea78tles]

Man I hope you see this: If I bought just one Bose L1 Pro16 do you think I could do wedding receptions of about 100-150 people in a medium hotel banquet room? Sorry if this isn't enough info for you to go on. (Thanks for making the videos btw. They are a huge help to a novice like me.)

[@BayardoRugama]

Do you have 1 or 2 of these? They are great and loud speakers. But with just one your might be pushing it.

[@bea78tles]

@@BayardoRugama I have 0 of these. I was going to buy one , but I'll look for something else now. Am I ever glad I waited for your opinion. Thanks 1,000,000 man! You basically saved me from making a questionable 1800 dollar purchase.

[@borg386]

Of course it will handle 150 people easily. I used the old l1 compact outside facing bleachers with a 100 people or so, and it was phenomenal. And it only has 6 speakers and a tiny little sub.

[@cliffordraubenheimer5923]

Maui ld44g2???

[@MrDjpayal]

Hi, I like Bose and this review but if they are the best speaker, why don't you use it ? (You always have jbl in your venues)

[@sssnacksss]

Screaming reviews aren't my favorite - perhaps a lapel mic? It a bit hard to sit through this.

[@thenewmy97.57]

Barr, you going do a real gig with them ? I would be interested to see how they are with 200 or 300 people and outside!

[@TheAnkeetModi]

id love to see that too..

[@poweranimal02]

What's the good choice for home use?. Pro 8 or 16?. Just living room or bed room.

[@BayardoRugama]

Pro 8

[@davidgeorge1294]

Pro 32. I like it loud.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Two Bose S1 Pros with a Sub1. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWqrgp6irqaqabM

[@djodmaticca.8384]

Wow! And man! That stimulus check will fall way short for theses speakers.

[@djcoalcut9399]

Great Review 👍🏿. But these "Column Arrays" aren't for me. Well, maybe for a ceremony but that's it. It's like comparing a "Sound Bar" home theater system to a mid level full 5.1(etc) system. No comparison.

[@iambobby3537]

3:58 "so don't let the size of the drivers fool you" - that's what he said.

[@edwardaleong7692]

Barr. Bose compared to EV Evolve?

[@Xanadoumusic]

Die Lautsprecher wackeln!

[@chuckwalters4759]

dude....chill

[@raulhernandez9987]

What’s up Barr!

[@josephhenderson2017]

please i would to know

[@djjohnnyhaines]

I want a pair of Evolve 50M's! There cases are better, they have the ability to mix multiple channels via an app, and they sound great!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Agree, EV App is a game changer!

[@edubr97]

and the F1 is best of these?

[@Elsonidojunior]

hi bro

[@CalvinKleinManzano]

did bose fix the wooble cheap plastic connector and the hissing sounds?

[@josealfredfernandes]

Nope. He is just praising it because he got sponsored. Duh. Common sense. Get a Bose L1 Pro32 with Sub2 or Bose F1 system.

[@spgv379]

bose of old was good now very cheap overpriced plaaaastic

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

Sub 42Hz is pretty ordinary, I would have expected around 20Hz

[@paulfarnell9071]

I've never seen it demonstrated by a Band ,there are endless demoes by individuals waving their arms about and endless yapping .do you get just one or do you need 2 ,can it be connected to a mixer and used in stereo.Will it handle the band instruments miked up

[@plairesfx]

F1 system by Bose, this is a good system for dj at weddings now the L1 pro are very weak for this purpose. Why don't you talk about F1 Bose?

[@kevinflanagan8538]

I have the F1 tops paired with a QSC KW181 sounds great but i'm tired of hoisting heavy speakers over my head. L1 Pro 16 has gotten my attention.

[@fishingbear69]

Is this speaker rechargeable ?

[@brandonhursell]

Unfortunately, no...

[@patientzerobeat]

There is no battery component to the L1 models. They all require AC power.

[@raulhernandez9987]

What’s up Barr?!

[@castnbash9840]

FYI those are NOT line array speakers they are column ....( check you title ) line arrays go horizontal not verticle

[@francescog53550]

go listening the 32 and you will be even more surprised by the bass!

[@ninjatzuuninjazuu8776]

These sound clean but I wasn't impressed at all. This isn't at all good for hip hop, Rnb, garage, drum and bass or British urban music as the sub doesn't go low at all, you miss those bass notes. Line arrays are not for everyone.

[@josegaby381]

Envolve 50 is the best

[@BayardoRugama]

they are ok lol

[@rubensanchez2437]

Hey Dj Barr how’s everything. Please do a sound and quality review on this Bose product. Other are rated no good for the price. Your thoughts. Dj NEWYORICAN

[@bigjentertainment876]

For that price point there are better options. I will bet these cannot match the Evox 12s.

[@marcogutierrez2967]

yesss!! that's what i was thinking

[@djmaverick]

I’ll believe it when I see you stop using those heavy JBLs 😂

[@dantonliam]

If JBLs are too heavy you need to hit the gym.

[@djmaverick]

@@dantonliam Let’s not use powered speakers either. We can carry both speakers and amps! Let’s not use a laptop. We can carry vinyl. 💪

[@josealfredfernandes]

@@dantonliam 😂this made my day

[@christiangabales4468]

that case looks like a coffin..

[@robertodiaz9781]

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[@spiner111333]

EV Evolve 50 RULES!

[@ronedwards8239]

Why are speaking with the cadence of a robot?

[@BAADSessions]

The best column array speaker is the L'Acoustics SYVA. It's not even a competition. After that it's K-Array

[@rickmontana1164]

L'Acoustics: $30K+ USD, and NOT portable. K-Array KR402 (sold in pairs): $14K, significantly less portable. Apples and oranges.

[@josealfredfernandes]

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[@Georsiro]

I tried a system just behind Syva and for the price it will break the game !! MAUI 44 G2 ( 2500€) woauhwww

[@uspdjs216]

Equipment is getting more exspensive and all these lames in Ohio wanna pay chump change. Smdh.

[@Murtle.]

.

[@chef6782]

you talk to munch

[@ninjabluewings]

Yeah I saw an Elvis impersonator last week and he has one of these and it sounds VERY NICE!! but that case is freaking ENORMOUS!! 😂😂😂