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Bose L1 Pro8 Portable Line Array System

Portable PA System with Compact 8 x 2-inch Loudspeaker Line Array, Integrated Subwoofer, Built-in 3-channel Mixer with ToneMatch Presets, and Bluetooth Capability
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Bose’s Most Portable L1 System Yet!

Ideal for singer/songwriters, the Bose L1 Pro8 portable line array system is lightweight, easy to transport, and delivers top-notch Bose audio quality across the stage and throughout the audience. There's enough power here for a small gig at a café, a record store, or even a backyard party. Even better, the Bose L1 Pro8 sets up in minutes, and you don’t have to be an audio professional to get superlative sound from its onboard 3-channel mixer. Solo artists at Sweetwater enjoy the convenience of the L1 Pro8’s all-in-one design and agree that useful features, including wireless control via Bose’s free L1 Pro Mix App, make it a perfect choice for traveling musicians!

Delivers sound to the audience and sound to the stage

With one trip from the car to the stage, you'll have your full PA system and monitoring system in one hand — all thanks to Bose's line array technology. The Bose L1 Pro8 system has eight 2-inch neodymium drivers inside a vertical enclosure — all positioned at precise angles. The result is nearly 180° of even horizontal sound coverage, so the sound remains the same, even at the extreme sides of the audience or the stage. Instead of dialing in a stage monitor while wondering what the mix sounds like from the crowd, you'll always hear exactly what the audience hears with the Bose L1 Pro8.

Small, lightweight, and easy to set up

Apart from its excellent sound, arguably the best part about the Bose L1 Pro8 system is that it's easy to carry and set up. You won't need to call in help just to get the system into the gig, and you won't have to labor through tons of cable connections and audio-testing steps. Weighing under 40 lbs., the Bose L1 Pro8 is light enough for one musician to carry, and it sets up in minutes flat. You can also choose between two setup positions, depending on the space you're performing in: a collapsed position for smaller spaces and an extended position to fill larger rooms.

Compact and durable high-excursion Racetrack driver

One element that makes the L1 Pro8 the most portable L1 system yet is its 7-inch by 13-inch Racetrack driver. Often found in small audio systems, Racetrack drivers use an elongated cone shape to match the performance of traditional circular speaker cones in a slimmer format. Bose has enlarged the typical Racetrack driver design to deliver solid, room-filling low end from a slim, travel-friendly footprint.

Built-in 3-channel mixer with illuminated controls

On the back of the Bose L1 Pro8’s subwoofer, you'll find a convenient 3-channel mixer with two 1/4-inch and XLR combo inputs, each with 48V phantom power for use with condenser mics, active ribbon mics, and mic boosters. For connecting laptops and other audio devices, the L1 Pro8 contains 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch auxiliary inputs, or you can pair any Bluetooth-enabled device for wireless streaming. Illuminated digital rotary encoders for the volume, bass, and treble controls are easy to see in dark venues. Need more inputs? No problem! Simply connect a Bose T4S or T8S Tone Match mixer via ToneMatch cable to the L1 Pro8’s ToneMatch port.

Two ToneMatch channels with perfect presets for singer/songwriters

If you sing and play guitar, the Bose L1 Pro8 PA system is perfect for you — although its applications extend far beyond just that. What makes the L1 Pro8 so convenient is that it has two of Bose's elite ToneMatch channels. Bose has preconfigured presets for a vocal microphone and an acoustic guitar, so it'll sound great with no tweaking necessary.

L1 Pro Mix App and wireless audio streaming

Get true freedom of movement and take wireless control of the L1 system with the Bose L1 Mix App for Android and iOS devices. With this handy app, you can adjust settings, access custom ToneMatch EQ presets, and stream audio right from your phone or tablet. As a solo artist, that means you can tweak a mix on the fly without having to leave your seat or bend down to use the L1 Pro8’s onboard mixer. And, for live sound engineers, the L1 Mix App enables you to roam the room and fine-tune the mix so that it sounds great from wherever you’re listening.

Bose L1 Pro8 Portable Line Array System Features:

  • All-in-one mixer, PA system, and stage monitoring system
  • Bose line array technology delivers sound evenly across the stage and throughout the audience
  • 8 2-inch neodymium drivers and integrated subwoofer with high-excursion Racetrack driver
  • 2 ToneMatch channels with fixed presets for a vocal microphone and an acoustic guitar
  • Integrated subwoofer with high-excursion Racetrack driver
  • 2 setup positions: collapsed for smaller spaces or extended for larger ones
  • Ideal for musical performances, mobile DJs, classrooms, business presentations, and other events
  • Use with the free Bose L1 Pro Mix App for wireless control from iOS or Android devices

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Portable PA System
  • Speaker Drivers: 7" x 13" (sub), 8 x 2" (array)
  • Number of Mixer Channels: 3
  • Phantom Power: Yes
  • EQ: 2-band EQ
  • Inputs: 2 x XLR-1/4" combo, 1 x 1/8" (aux), 1 x 1/4" (aux)
  • Outputs: 1 x XLR (DI)
  • Bluetooth: Yes
  • Other I/O: ToneMatch cable
  • Total Power: 60W Class D (array), 240W (sub)
  • Frequency Response: 45Hz-16khz
  • Software: Bose L1 Mix app
  • Mounting Options: Floor
  • Power Source: Standard IEC AC power cable
  • Height: 78.9" (includes array)
  • Width: 12.5"
  • Depth: 17.3"
  • Weight: 39.8 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 840919-1100

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Rated 5/5

L1 Pro8 - Lovin' it

Just got my new L1 Pro8 and I'm lovin' it. It took about 15 minutes to set it up, dial in the perfect ToneMatch setting for my Taylor T5 and a Shure SM58. Beautiful sound. Added the Bose T8S mixer for an expanded circle of songwriters. Still learning to tweek the system for different venues and instruments. ToneMatch is a confidence builder for anyone who appreciates great, balanced sound but may be intimidated by complicated mixers. Only problem was initially opening the magnetic cover on the mixer. Had to get help from my hubby with stronger thumbs.
Music background: Singer/Songwriter
Rated 5/5

One word for this - AWESOME!!

I love the Bose L1 Pro8! It is easy to use and has all of the features and capabilities that a solo artist (or small group) would ever need. Bose is always superior, and Sweetwater has helpful people to assist. Service after the sale (and dumb questions) are welcomed at Sweetwater. Cameron Green is excellent!! Thanks much.
Music background: Singer, pianist and guitarist
Rated 5/5

Outstanding sound!

I bought the L1 Pro 8 for my wedding reception. I have some experience with live sound over the past 10 years and looked at the cost of this PA versus the cost of a DJ and they were comparable. So why not get to keep this sweet Pro 8 afterwards? Right? Most of the sound was needed for the dance floor itself and the dispersion was perfect. I made a playlist beforehand and kept my phone on a charger. I already have an S1 Pro and used it for a fuller sound during dinner and cocktails. I have a microphone with the silent mute switch and cables. Buy the Pro 8. The app in combo with a playlist is all you need.
Music background: Live Sound with Waves
Rated 5/5

LOVE the PA and the customer service!

The Bose L1 Pro8 PA is as simple as they get to set up and break down. I have it set up behind me at gigs and the sound is incredibly crisp without any feedback. Geoff Allen, the Sales Engineer who assisted me, could not have been more insightful and clear on his explanations. I came back to him via email and left him voicemails on a couple of occasions with follow up questions and he got back to me right away! Thanks a million Geoff!
Music background: Solo/Acoustic Performer
Rated 5/5

skeptical to buy BUT...

This Bose L1 and bundle are dope!! Love it so much! And thanks also to the sweetwater agent!!
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