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Dual T4S with dual L1s - best stereo hook ups?

Forum: ToneMatch® Mixers
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I thought about two T4 versus one T8, and the advantage of two versus one is the same as with the original T1s ... distributing control to the performers (or sets of performers). Given each T4 has choice of stereo digital or analog outputs, and each L1 has one digital and one analog input .. What are the trade-offs and choices for connecting from two T4s, each in stereo to a single pair of two L1s? Thanks, - JimRead More...
Jim Mead
Most of our gigs these days are just three of us: 1. me (Jim) guitar 2. Sue - mandolin/fiddle/banjo/percussion 3. Patricia - flute/fiddle/whistles/percussion. Sue uses the most individual channels - low mic for banjo, high mic for fiddle, and sometimes direct mandolin. With just the three of us, I'm stage left playing guitar, and most times, it works fine for my guitar to be only in the L1 near me. Patricia is stage right, and most times, it works fine for her to be in the L1 nearest her.Read More...
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Connecting sub.

Forum: L1 Family of Products
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May seem a silly question, but my slight OCD condition requires, Lol. Can the bass line out on the L1M2 power stand be used to run straight to a powered sub? Wanna make sure I'm not gonna fry my favorite sub or my brand new system!Read More...
AudioWraith
Thanks ST. I appreciate the advice! Hope ya have a good'un!Read More...
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Stereo Bluetooth?

Forum: S1 Pro System
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Is there a way to use a pair of S1s as Bluetooth stereo?Read More...
ST
Hi Wes, Thank you for joining the Bose Portable PA Community. I'm glad you're here. Bluetooth stereo isn't supported for the S1 Pro. The closest you can get is dual mono. Connect to the first S1 Pro via Bluetooth. Connect the first S1 Pro Line out to the second S1 Pro channel one or channel 2. Is there anything else you'd like to know about the S1 Pro? STRead More...
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Distorted 1x12" Combo Amp Direct Into F1?

Forum: F1 Family of Products
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Hello, I'm interested in purchasing a F1 Model 812 and I wanted to know if it is possible to run my Blackstar HT40 1x12" combo direct into the F1? When I play live I can use the Emulated Output on the back of the amp and run the amp direct into the house PA system/board. However most of the time my amp is mic'd up by the sound guy and it's put through the house PA that way...mixed at the board. Running it direct through the emulated out direct in is ideal for me in this application because I...Read More...
ST
Hi Funboy, Happy to help. Please let us know if you have any other questions. STRead More...
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L1 Compact with one extension?

Forum: L1 Family of Products
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Does anybody know why the Bose L1 Compact manual states if extensions are used, both need to be used? It seems to work fine with one extension.Read More...
ST
Hi Andreas, If you're getting the results you want with one extension, that's great. Here's what Bose has said about this. Q: Why does Bose say that I have to use both extensions? A: You can use either or both extensions but we didn't see applications where there are advantages to using one so we don't promote it that way. — Source: Ken-at-Bose Extended Position Recommended for larger audiences, the extended position allows users to elevate the L1 Compact loudspeaker array, enabling it to...Read More...
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How to mount T1® on L1® Compact

Forum: L1 Family of Products
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Any one know if there is a built in mount or bracket that can be purchased? THanks, -Lee edit: Title - previously "How to mount T1 on L1C"Read More...
Mike N
I superglued the vertical mounting bracket for the T1 to one of the tower extensions. This gives me two choices for where to mount it - if I plug that extension in first, then the T1 sits just above the base of the Compact. If I plug the other extension in first, then the T1 bracket sits at about waist level. And then I just slide the horizontal mounting bar in like you would with any other L1 system.Read More...
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Basic S1 Set Up

Forum: S1 Pro System
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I’ve been looking for a portable battery powered PA for small intimate gigs. I’ve been looking specifically at the Roland Street Cube EX. Now that we have the Bose S1 Pro thrown into the mix. I have a few questions. I’ve read many reviews on the S1. Seems a lot of folks are going through other amps, mixers and pedals before going to the S1. The use of these external devices add color to your final output, the speaker (S1 in this case). Also, most of these external devices need external...Read More...
Halorecordings
Walt, Great review. Your setup is almost identical to mine (except I'm using the Fishman solo at this time). I also mount my ipad to the mic stand. I recently bought a bluetooth receiver for the fishman. Love not using wires and mixer for the ipad. I also use the ipads eq. I think I'm using the "acoustic" eq setting. I should break out my mandolin. Haven't played that in a while. I use an a/b switch to switch between my acoustic and electric. For the electric, I'm running through a Fender...Read More...
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Microphones

Forum: L1 Family of Products
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Any opinion on vocal microphones , is it worth it to invest on a high end mic or keep using an sm58 wich is about a 100 dollars, I read that a high end mic only works well with a quality pa system, if someone had any experience with the neumman kms 105 , sennheisser 965 and had notice any different with the sm 58 or other less expensive mics please share your experience and opinions .Read More...
opusthe2nd
I have been around the block and back to the sm58. I am thrilled with how it sounds on the L1. I learned years ago, no one mic is going to make me a better singer, no matter how many different ones I try.Read More...
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S1 Pro - noise when turning channel 1 and 2 volume controls rapidly

Forum: S1 Pro System
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ST
Gary's original post has been moved to a new discussion. My Bluetooth channel has serious dropout mid pot. and we have renamed this discussion: S1 Pro - noise when turning channel 1 and 2 volume controls rapidly to reflect the subject of most of the posts here.Read More...
Oldghm
Thanks O..Read More...
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My Bluetooth channel has serious dropout mid pot.

Forum: S1 Pro System
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gary10113
My Bluetooth channel has serious dropout mid pot. Edit: This post has been moved from S1 Pro - noise when turning volume controls rapidly - originally posted March 24, 2018 @ 7:22 AM . -- STRead More...
ST
Hi Gary10113, Please call Bose Support tomorrow. They will help.. Bose® Product & Technical Support at (877) 335-2673 (U.S. and Canada only) Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM ET Thanks, ST Original time of message: 3/25/184:19 PMRead More...
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STOPS MAKING SOUND FOR SECONDS THEN COMES BACK

Forum: Technical Questions & Issues
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I have just purchased my second set of L1 MODEL 2 with B2 SUB without T1 to achieve my personal taste of stereo set up (I am not satisfied with source coming just from one speaker system. It lacks the feeling of musical immersion) and to be able to play (One Man Band with dance backing track) in front of 100 to 200 dancing crowd which my first BOSE MODEL 2 system can not handle. But my first test of the new system paired with my old system goes wrong. My new bose L1 will automatically shut...Read More...
DjBiso
ST, After almost 4 months, finally tracked down the Bose Support. On my way to see them now. Fingers crossed that this can be resolved... BisoRead More...
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New ToneMatch presets

Forum: ToneMatch® Mixers
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Archtop Eddy
This question is kind of related to the "Microphone" thread, but I thought I'd ask it here so it doesn't get lost in the extended conversation. The only ToneMatch presets I see for Sennheiser mics are for one that's for an out of production mic (the e855) and the MD 431-II. Any chance Bose will update the presets to include the popular Sennheiser e900 series? Or perhaps, there are updated software downloads with the Sennheiser mics that I've missed. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated.Read More...
Archtop Eddy
Hi ST. Given your corrected copy, I've deleted the questions I asked to make this thread easier for other readers to understand.Read More...
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T1 connected to the L1 Classic

Forum: ToneMatch® Mixers
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Do I need to have the T1 connected to the L1 Classic & both on while downloading/installing updates?Read More...
ST
Hi Squid, You don't need to have the T1® connected to the L1® Classic while installing updates to the T1®. What version level is your T1®? Turn the Rotary Selector to Prefs Press the first button Turn the first button until you see Versions Press the button The versions for the firmware will be displayed. The versions shown below are sample values. See: T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine Firmware Updates for the latest firmware See: T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine Firmware Updates for the latest firmware...Read More...
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Connecting sub.

Forum: L1 Family of Products
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May seem a silly question, but my slight OCD condition requires, Lol. Can the bass line out on the L1M2 power stand be used to run straight to a powered sub? Wanna make sure I'm not gonna fry my favorite sub or my brand new system!Read More...
AudioWraith
Thanks ST. I appreciate the advice! Hope ya have a good'un!Read More...
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L1 Compact with one extension?

Forum: L1 Family of Products
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Does anybody know why the Bose L1 Compact manual states if extensions are used, both need to be used? It seems to work fine with one extension.Read More...
ST
Hi Andreas, If you're getting the results you want with one extension, that's great. Here's what Bose has said about this. Q: Why does Bose say that I have to use both extensions? A: You can use either or both extensions but we didn't see applications where there are advantages to using one so we don't promote it that way. — Source: Ken-at-Bose Extended Position Recommended for larger audiences, the extended position allows users to elevate the L1 Compact loudspeaker array, enabling it to...Read More...
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Distorted 1x12" Combo Amp Direct Into F1?

Forum: F1 Family of Products
0 likes · 12 views
Hello, I'm interested in purchasing a F1 Model 812 and I wanted to know if it is possible to run my Blackstar HT40 1x12" combo direct into the F1? When I play live I can use the Emulated Output on the back of the amp and run the amp direct into the house PA system/board. However most of the time my amp is mic'd up by the sound guy and it's put through the house PA that way...mixed at the board. Running it direct through the emulated out direct in is ideal for me in this application because I...Read More...
ST
Hi Funboy, Happy to help. Please let us know if you have any other questions. STRead More...
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Dual T4S with dual L1s - best stereo hook ups?

Forum: ToneMatch® Mixers
0 likes · 25 views
I thought about two T4 versus one T8, and the advantage of two versus one is the same as with the original T1s ... distributing control to the performers (or sets of performers). Given each T4 has choice of stereo digital or analog outputs, and each L1 has one digital and one analog input .. What are the trade-offs and choices for connecting from two T4s, each in stereo to a single pair of two L1s? Thanks, - JimRead More...
Jim Mead
Most of our gigs these days are just three of us: 1. me (Jim) guitar 2. Sue - mandolin/fiddle/banjo/percussion 3. Patricia - flute/fiddle/whistles/percussion. Sue uses the most individual channels - low mic for banjo, high mic for fiddle, and sometimes direct mandolin. With just the three of us, I'm stage left playing guitar, and most times, it works fine for my guitar to be only in the L1 near me. Patricia is stage right, and most times, it works fine for her to be in the L1 nearest her.Read More...
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Stereo Bluetooth?

Forum: S1 Pro System
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Is there a way to use a pair of S1s as Bluetooth stereo?Read More...
ST
Hi Wes, Thank you for joining the Bose Portable PA Community. I'm glad you're here. Bluetooth stereo isn't supported for the S1 Pro. The closest you can get is dual mono. Connect to the first S1 Pro via Bluetooth. Connect the first S1 Pro Line out to the second S1 Pro channel one or channel 2. Is there anything else you'd like to know about the S1 Pro? STRead More...
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My Bluetooth channel has serious dropout mid pot.

Forum: S1 Pro System
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gary10113
My Bluetooth channel has serious dropout mid pot. Edit: This post has been moved from S1 Pro - noise when turning volume controls rapidly - originally posted March 24, 2018 @ 7:22 AM . -- STRead More...
ST
Hi Gary10113, Please call Bose Support tomorrow. They will help.. Bose® Product & Technical Support at (877) 335-2673 (U.S. and Canada only) Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM ET Thanks, ST Original time of message: 3/25/184:19 PMRead More...
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Great sound for the U.S. Mint!

Forum: F1 Family of Products
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jdbassentertainment.com
We had the great honor of providing sound for the U.S. Mint for the new Apostle Islands quarter! We used two 812 tops in full range and just the subs as glorified speaker stands! We did this because of the small foot print and lack of tripping hazard. There was easily 500 people packed in the convention hall. For a mic system we used a wireless Shure QLXD in the VHF band with the Beta 58a Transmitter and active directional antennas... It sounded clean and crisp all the way in the back!Read More...
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New ToneMatch presets

Forum: ToneMatch® Mixers
0 likes · 53 views
Archtop Eddy
This question is kind of related to the "Microphone" thread, but I thought I'd ask it here so it doesn't get lost in the extended conversation. The only ToneMatch presets I see for Sennheiser mics are for one that's for an out of production mic (the e855) and the MD 431-II. Any chance Bose will update the presets to include the popular Sennheiser e900 series? Or perhaps, there are updated software downloads with the Sennheiser mics that I've missed. Any thoughts on this would be appreciated.Read More...
Archtop Eddy
Hi ST. Given your corrected copy, I've deleted the questions I asked to make this thread easier for other readers to understand.Read More...
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