In The Mix - Bose L1 Pro32 Sub1 PA System

[@miggs.countrymusic]

Holy CRAP! I am blown away. I've been looking at all options as a singer/songwriter with minimal setup. I've been looking into the EV 50m and the Bose L1 Pro16/32. But I wanted to also be able to setup a band. Your example was able to mirror exactly what I wanted. Thanks man. Kick ass licks on that guit too.

[@JayLeonardJ]

Really appreciate it!

[@chrischiron630]

@@JayLeonardJ have you tried the EV 50? That's the other one I'm looking at.

[@berniequigley4396]

Thanks

[@philipb.kelley2609]

This is the review I’ve been looking for!!! Thank you for showing this with a band!

[@chrischiron630]

I've been looking at lines. Finally a band revue. Thanks man.

[@timschlaghecke2154]

Thank you so much I was waiting for someone posting a video with an ensemble playing with the L1 Pro 32, now I really want to have!

[@JayLeonardJ]

Glad I could help!

[@kennycarter2346]

Great demo! Enjoyed seeing George Costanza over there on the wall...

[@JayLeonardJ]

It really ties the room together.

[@Dogsrule777]

I can’t wait to see live music again! Bose is the best- 🏆🎧

[@aaronnemiroff3169]

Great demo/review Jay. Sounded great! My band did our first gig with the Pro32 Sub 1 systems as well, and LOVED it! Didn't think the L1M2 setup could be improved upon, but they did.

[@tommarks8324]

Can I ask what instruments and number of vocals you put through the systems? And what mixer? I’m currently putting 1 guitar amp micd, 1 guitar through Helix direct, 1 synth, 1 bass direct to mixer no amp, kick mic and some drum mic system with 3 vocal mics through a mackie dl32r to 2 L1 Model2 with 1 B2 each. We love it but thinking about upgrading with the L1s getting pretty old. Sounds like you like the pro even more but just wondering what kind of band/music.

[@aaronnemiroff3169]

@@tommarks8324 Hi Tom. We run everything through the Bose T8S mixer, which is connected digitally to (and powered by) one of the towers via the ToneMatch cable. I then run a line out of that tower into the other tower. We have 3 vocals. My guitarist runs through a Helix, connected to the mixer. My bass is plugged direct to the mixer, and using the Lakland w/Bartolini ToneMatch setting. We play rock, dance and country.

[@tommarks8324]

@@aaronnemiroff3169 thanks! That’s helpful. Time to start saving $.

[@FLdb-wj4wc]

@@aaronnemiroff3169 hello Aaron, I'm thinking about the same system you're running for my band. We have three vocals, two guitars, bass, kick drum and keyboard. My bass player would always bring an amp. The traditional system I use with two tops, two subs and three monitors takes over 2 hours to set up and it's hard to mix sound while playing. Just wondering if you're happy with the Bose system because it's a huge investment. If you're using two towers and Bose 8 channel mixer that's around $7,000. I'm wondering if you're still using it and if you're happy with it. Thanks

[@aaronnemiroff3169]

@@FLdb-wj4wc Hi there. Yes, still using the Bose systems, and very happy with them. With the way they break down into pieces, I can fit both full systems and cable bags, etc all on my rock'n'roller cart to load in on one trip. Although I prefer to go earlier and take my time, I have loaded in, set up and been ready to go in under 40 minutes when it was necessary. While I agree it is a huge investment, you get what you pay for. The lighter weight, quicker setup, and (most importantly) higher quality sound make it well worth it for me. We still get compliments on the band's sound, as well as the occasional looks of astonishment that all that sound is coming from the thin towers.

[@davidmaraisthecampfireguit2596]

Brilliant demo and brilliant musicianship, Jay. Excellent.

[@TheTinMan123]

Jay and the boys that was awesome what a great set up , 👍

[@JayLeonardJ]

Thanks so much!

[@johnmary1852]

Your a beast on guitar and you guys ROCK!

[@JayLeonardJ]

Thanks so much!

[@jonkomatsu8192]

Diggin' the band set demo! Rock!

[@JayLeonardJ]

Thanks!

[@MrAndarsyah]

This is Pro👏 great performance 🙌

[@JayLeonardJ]

Thanks :)

[@Aty3Studios]

I was so caught up with your jam session that I forgot I was here for the Bose L1 pro32 review. Can you do the review again?🤣😂🤣 This was great! Thank you🤣

[@sixweekssobergtr1]

Bruh! I love It!

[@timcason3479]

Man.... that's some serious stuff!!! Good job! Thank you for sharing. I have the L1 model 2 last generation. I would love to have this system. It would fit my needs so much more but I can't afford it! : )

[@jeffmilkey]

I owned two of the L1 Type II....just sold the last one. Sad to see them go but the new Pro generation is lighter and sounds better IMHO.

[@TravisRocco]

Tim I've been a bit of a Bose consumer for years and as a frequent buyer I know the stress of putting down large sums of cash to buy the "latest and greatest Bose". I have just about every popular Bose speaker that they make (from the S1 PRO, F1's, L1 Model 2's w/ B1 and B2's and now the L1 Pro 32 w/ Sub 2. They've all served me well in various situations and wouldn't trade them back for any QSC, JBL etc that I've ever owned. As a "one man band" I've honestly gone back to using the L1 Model 2's with the B2 the last couple of weeks over the Pro 32. The Pro 32 w/ Sub 2 is just "missing" something as a solo artist (I play acoustic guitar with a kick drum and snare stomp pedal" so I definitely need and enjoy hearing a robust low end. I would say the new system with the Sub 2 sounds "harsh" to me. Almost like the Sub 2 doesn't match well with the tower. If I turn the Sub volume either way other than "12 O'Clock" it doesn't sound right.. (with tons of eq'ing from my tonematch as well) It sounds as if I'm losing much needed frequencies in the vocals or guitar or adding too much low end and rumble if i turn the sub up. It's just "Missing" some frequencies that I've been accustomed to hearing and getting easily with the Model 2's/B2's. (I've used Bose exclusively for the last 10 years so I'm very familiar with them) The L1 Model 2's just have a "warmer" sound to me (I'm running them through a Tonematch TS4 or TS8 depending on the gig). I've set up both together A/B'ing them and tweaking the EQ on both of the systems' settings for hours. I've deep dived into this issue and have heard that the Sub 1 (for the type of music I play) is a better fit than the bigger Sub 2 and rounds out the sound better. I will be ordering the Sub 1 tonight to test this out. If you're a DJ than I can attest that YES the L1 Pro 32 w/ Sub 2 will outperform the L1 Model 2's in any DJ setting (louder, more low end, throws sound farther.) They look super slick and the Sub 2 has a great build quality. When I opened the Pro 32 tower I was taken aback by how "cheap" the tower felt. Plastic casing and it felt way too light. The base also feels cheap compare to the heavier L1 Model 2 base. Almost feels like the tower could tip over easily. The L1 Model 2 tower feel like such a better build quality and weight. The new subs outperform the B2's without question but I like the old L1 towers better (I'll have a Final analysis when I pair the Pro 32 tower with the Sub 1) Long story short. You shouldn't feel like the Pro 32's are way superior to your current L1's. If your main gig is DJ'ing I would "upgrade" at least to the Sub 2 and keep the L1 Model 2 towers. You can run the old L1's with the new subs. Long comment but I'm super passionate about sound and know the monetary commitment of owning Bose systems. Best of luck!!

[@daveelder4792]

@@TravisRocco hi! Have you had a chance to try out a sub 1 yet with your Pro 32 yet ? If so, how did it go? Thanks

[@TravisRocco]

@@daveelder4792 Yes Dave I've used it at 3 shows so far and the Sub1 was a BIG WIN! It sounds better paired with the Pro 32 tower than the Sub2 does for my purposes. Acoustic music (with a Kick and Snare stomp pad, acoustic guitar and vocals.) The "missing frequencies" that I had been experiencing for some time have now "returned." It put an immediate smile on my face from the very first performance. It has a small footprint but it's big on bass (smaller but Better sounding than the B2). It makes the Pro 32 set up sound better than the L1 Model II's for sure. I'm Super happy that I spent the money to get the Sub1 and test that theory. Not sure if I'll keep the Sub2 for a back up or if I'll sell it. (Don't see myself using it) Sidenote: I also purchased an Auralex GreatGramma V2 Isolation Pad to place the Sub on. Makes an audible difference for sure as it separates it from the ground and eliminates rumble etc. Great addition for an extra $100 at Sweetwater.

[@Stash777]

Shame you didn’t show what it was like without the line out ‘blended in’ it makes it impossible to tell what it actually sounded like, also did you do post eq to the video?

[@berniequigley4396]

Great video !!!

[@BillyLydon]

Great review! I have one and as a DJ what volume settings to you suggest? I have the volume on 4, treble 1, & Bass 1….Or should I have those higher connecting with my DJ Controller? Thx

[@charleskusi7791]

Awesome 🔥

[@noegostudios7130]

What is the 414 plugged into? An auxiliary mixer?

[@berniequigley4396]

Hi there, So if I have a band of 4 singers and I mike 2-3 instruments, using the T8S mixer board, can I still use L1 iPad App for adjusting ?

[@seljoypro]

Would love to hear you guys rock out on this 32 system outdoors. You rock 🤘🏾

[@JayLeonardJ]

Thanks!

[@brijjoshi9856]

O My God Excellent presentation Can we have just one set up for audience around 150/200 in mediul hall or club/Banquet OR we need to set up a pair of Pro32Sub1? Thank you so much

[@jeffmilkey]

This set up would work for 500 people easily

[@corporateEncounter]

I would use the Sub 2, but a single Pro32 would be fine.

[@HoangTran-bz4uu]

how much

[@ronniemocciola9147]

Is the room mic picking up the acoustic or is the sound coming 100% through the 32. Sounds amazing..almost too good..

[@JayLeonardJ]

it is mostly room. I used the Direct Out more to get a little more definition to everything and add a touch of brightness.

[@ronniemocciola9147]

@@JayLeonardJ Thanks! I demo'd a pro 16 with my guitar and it sounded great...my local GC doesn't carry the 32 in store so I ordered my 32 based on the 16 sound and your video..ha!

[@MattyHaynesMusic]

Hey could you easily run a stomp pedal using jack input to channel 3? I’m guessing you just can’t have reverb on the last channel?

[@miguelperez6985]

Can this be used as a Bluetooth speaker for party’s ?

[@JayLeonardJ]

Yup 👍

[@mbruzoni]

Great review! I also have the 16 and past 4-5 volume dots it starts to hiss quite a bit. How did you record the audio into this video? Was the Bose connected digitally somehow to your recording?

[@jeff_dyck]

Curious if you've had any success with this? I'm trying a Pro16 as well for band use and seeing the same issue - tried the firmware update and moved to XLR-TRS cables but still seeing the issue.

[@ONEHENDRIX]

Great channel.

[@pnnhorton2430]

Hey! Is this good for a duo Backing Tracks & Drummer who does Lead & Backing Vocals, he Wears in ear monitors. we have a qsc Tops Bass Bins 2 Monitors ,Dynacord mixer...We need to lighten the load now. will this be suitable ??? Thanks f any help.

[@JayLeonardJ]

Should be great!

[@micahgrauel8770]

I'm a dj, but your acoustic guitar licks were delicious.

[@JayLeonardJ]

Really appreciate it!

[@micahgrauel8770]

@@JayLeonardJ no problem.

[@felixvasquez5898]

Yo should do a similar vídeo of Bose S1 pro and Sub 1

[@MikeeGemini]

Sub 1 a little bit lighter than the sub 2? It is much much lighter not just a little

[@HarvestBaptistIola]

Could a church use this as their house? Would it eliminate the need for monitors?

[@corporateEncounter]

All depends on the room size, placement and I would do a demo with your local music equipment dealer. I am exploring the same thing. Room seats 300.

[@HarvestBaptistIola]

@@corporateEncounter ours would be for about 300 as well. A room 65x66 with a large stage elevated about 22"

[@HarvestBaptistIola]

@@corporateEncounter My closest music dealer is about 2 hours away

[@HarvestBaptistIola]

@@corporateEncounter will you let me know what you find out after you experiment?

[@corporateEncounter]

Just set it up on the weekend: Pro32 with Sub2. Very powerful and loud. Filled the room just fine. Now you only need one, so placement of the speaker is a little awkward… ideally should be center of the stage. Bass was great. There is a hiss once you get loud and no inputs are on. The noise floor is audible at louder volume, but still investigating that. Either way: in terms of power / volume…. No issue. We were hitting 95db at the tower with the volume set to 10 o’clock.

[@nguyenlam727]

Does it have the hiss sound like l1 pro 16? Thanks.

[@JayLeonardJ]

Weird. I have the L1 pro8 and Pro32 and don't notice any extra hiss. Actually, compared to my other PAs, these are super quiet. Maybe reach out to Bose and have them figure out your 16.

[@nguyenlam727]

I'm considering buying 16 or 32. The 16 has bad reviews about its extra hiss. If the 32 is quiet, I'll go for it. Thanks for your reply.

[@jeffmilkey]

I own the Pro16 there is no hiss.....lots of people don't know how to setup PA systems.

[@chadnliz2k11]

@@jeffmilkey there are documented cases of defective 16 models with a hiss issue. So your assumptions are wrong in many cases.

[@TravisRocco]

Almost no "hiss" running the L1 Pro 32 with Sub 2 through a Bose TS4 mixer. Super super quiet. Un-noticeable.

[@plairesfx]

My favorite is F1 and then F2 when I come out. L 8 16 32 systems are not systems that I identify with. I like tops with at least a 12 inch speaker to give that real fat sound. L-systems are good systems but for those who want to save space in transport although the F1 don't take up much space. Towers with mini loudspeakers as tops don't convince me at all. For now the 4 f1 systems I have are my boys, when their replacements come out then I'll change it assuming there will be improvements, otherwise I'll be fine as I am.

[@jeffmilkey]

Take those masks off...

[@jovangaltic]

Yeah, that was ridiculous... Good demo though.