Most portable

Introducing the L1 Compact system: the smallest, lightest, easiest-to-set up L1 system yet.

L1® Compact system

Bose® Spatial Dispersion™ loudspeaker technology delivers sound evenly across the stage and throughout the audience—even to the extreme sides
Integrated bass plus two ToneMatch® channels with preset equalization to optimize the sound of a handheld microphone and an acoustic guitar
Ideal for musical performances, mobile DJs, classrooms, business presentations and other events

Versatile original

Groundbreaking L1 Model I system provides wide, uniform coverage with four integrated inputs.

L1® Model I single bass package

Bose Spatial Dispersion loudspeaker technology delivers sound evenly across the stage and throughout the audience—even to the sides
Expandable bass plus two ToneMatch channels with over 90 selectable presets for a variety of popular microphones and instruments; two additional channels for instruments and portable media players
Ideal for musical performances, mobile DJs, public speaking and music playback

Most advanced

L1 Model II system combines our best sound coverage with easy transport and setup.

L1® Model II single bass package with ToneMatch® audio engine

Bose Spatial Dispersion loudspeaker technology delivers our smoothest, most consistent sound coverage and tonal balance
Expandable bass plus four-channel T1 engine with over 100 ToneMatch presets and a suite of studio-class effects on each channel
Ideal for professional musicians and mobile DJs

Advanced tone control

The T1 ToneMatch audio engine for L1 systems features innovative tone-shaping technologies available only from Bose.

T1 ToneMatch® audio engine

Features our largest library of customized ToneMatch presets for a variety of popular microphones and instruments
Four input channels with independent selection of ToneMatch presets and effects
Includes proprietary zEQ for precise tone control, plus a complete suite of studio-class effects and processing
Works with any L1 system

Bose L1 systems provide a different approach to live sound amplification

New directions in live sound

More than just a new type of loudspeaker, L1 portable line array systems provide a completely different approach to live sound. Using proprietary Bose technology, L1 systems combine PA and monitors into a single, highly portable unit that can be positioned behind or to the side of individuals onstage. This novel approach to amplification helps eliminate most of the issues with conventional PA systems—including excessive reverberation and extreme volume on and near the stage.

Lightweight, interlocking components help make L1 systems especially easy to transport and set up. And their distinctive vertical loudspeaker enclosures don't require separate speaker stands.

Vertical line array design of L1 loudspeakers has positive effects on coverage

What makes an L1 loudspeaker so different?

It begins with the shape. L1 Model I and Model II loudspeakers contain a column of closely spaced small drivers mounted in a slim enclosure. This unusual vertical design has significant effects on the sound. An L1 loudspeaker projects sound waves forward and to the sides at nearly 180 degrees, but very little up and down, reducing unwanted room reverberation. Amplified sound also spreads out more evenly across the stage and into the audience, and the volume level drops off much more slowly than with a conventional speaker.

The L1 Compact loudspeaker array is smaller than those in L1 Model I and II systems, but it produces comparable horizontal sound coverage. L1 Model I and Model II loudspeakers project sound further with less dropoff of volume than the L1 Compact array.

ToneMatch presets optimize L1 system tone for specific microphones and instruments

One-touch tone optimization

Customized ToneMatch presets—found in the T1 ToneMatch audio engine and the L1 Model I power stand—offer another distinct advantage in achieving exceptional tone. Just select a ToneMatch preset for a specific microphone or instrument, and the channel's tone is instantly optimized for use with any L1 system. Bose engineers continually develop new ToneMatch presets for a variety of popular microphones and instruments, often with the help of the manufacturers themselves.

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Downloads of new ToneMatch audio engine presets and L1 systems firmware are available free

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