Mixer to S1 Pro+ - Revision history

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	::Use an XLR‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.		::Use an XLR‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.

	* Mixer with ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve		* Mixer with ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve outputs
	::Use a ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.		::Use a ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.

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	: Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 3 input using the ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve connection.		: Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 3 input using the ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve connection.
	* Mixer with XLR Outputs		* Mixer with XLR Outputs
	:[[File:Mixer to S1 Pro+ from OG1.jpg\|thumb\|Mixer to S1 Pro+ from Owners Guide]] Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 1 or 2 XLR inputs.		:[[File:Mixer to S1 Pro+ from OG1.jpg\|thumb\|Mixer to S1 Pro+ from Owners Guide]] Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 1 or 2 XLR inputs. Use an XLR cable (e.g., typical microphone cable)

	::Use an XLR‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.		::Use an XLR‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.
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	::Use a ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.		::Use a ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.

	~~This method has~~ the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting~~. It is most likely way to connect a mixer to your S1 Pro+ successfully~~.		These methods have the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting.

	=== Recommended Connection Method ===		=== Recommended Connection Method ===

ST: XLR mixer output to XLR inputs on channels 1 or 2

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XLR mixer output to XLR inputs on channels 1 or 2

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	: Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 3 input using the ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve connection.		: Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 3 input using the ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve connection.
	* Mixer with XLR Outputs		* Mixer with XLR Outputs
			:[[File:Mixer to S1 Pro+ from OG1.jpg\|thumb\|Mixer to S1 Pro+ from Owners Guide]] Connect the mixer mono output to the S1 Pro+ Channel 1 or 2 XLR inputs.

	::Use an XLR‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.		::Use an XLR‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.

ST at 03:19, 16 April 2026

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	<details><summary>Keep it Simple</summary>		<details><summary>Keep it Simple</summary>

	There are many ways to connect a mixer to a Bose S1 Pro+, and just as many ways for things to go wrong. Different mixers, different cables, different output levels, different channel settings, and different ToneMatch presets create a huge number of permutations.</details>		There are many ways to connect a mixer to a Bose S1 Pro+, and just as many ways for things to go wrong. Different mixers, different cables, different output levels, different channel settings, and different ToneMatch presets create a huge number of permutations.</details><br>

	;Here is '''the simplest thing that could possibly work''':		;Here is '''the simplest thing that could possibly work''':
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	::Use a ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.		::Use a ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve‑to‑¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cable from your mixer’s mono output into Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+.

			This method has the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting. It is most likely way to connect a mixer to your S1 Pro+ successfully.
	This method has the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting. It is ~~the shortest~~ to ~~successfully connecting your~~ mixer to your S1 Pro+.

	=== Recommended Connection Method ===		=== Recommended Connection Method ===

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	=== The Simplest Thing That Could Possibly Work ===		=== The Simplest Thing That Could Possibly Work ===
	There are many ways to connect a mixer to a Bose S1 Pro+, and just as many ways for things to go wrong. Different mixers, different cables, different output levels, different channel settings, and different ToneMatch presets create a huge number of permutations.		<details><summary>Keep it Simple</summary>

			There are many ways to connect a mixer to a Bose S1 Pro+, and just as many ways for things to go wrong. Different mixers, different cables, different output levels, different channel settings, and different ToneMatch presets create a huge number of permutations.</details>

	;Here is '''the simplest thing that could possibly work''':		;Here is '''the simplest thing that could possibly work''':
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	This method has the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting. It is the shortest~~, cleanest path~~ to successfully connecting your mixer to your S1 Pro+.		This method has the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting. It is the shortest to successfully connecting your mixer to your S1 Pro+.

	=== Recommended Connection Method ===		=== Recommended Connection Method ===
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	=== 2. Connect to Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+ ===		=== 2. Connect to Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+ ===
	Channel 3 is the most predictable and trouble‑free input for mixer use ~~because:~~		Channel 3 is the most predictable and trouble‑free input for mixer use. <details><summary>Reasons</summary>

	* No ToneMatch switch (not required with a mixer)		* No ToneMatch switch (not required with a mixer)
	* No reverb		* No reverb
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	* Behaves consistently regardless of the source		* Behaves consistently regardless of the source
	* Leaves Channels 1 & 2 free for microphones, instruments, or other sources		* Leaves Channels 1 & 2 free for microphones, instruments, or other sources
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	~~This simplicity is exactly why Channel 3 is recommended for external mixers.~~

	=== 3. Set Initial Levels ===		=== 3. Set Initial Levels ===
	Mixer main fader: 0 dB (unity)		Mixer main fader: 0 dB (unity)

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	This provides a robust, balanced, noise‑resistant connection and matches the S1 Pro+ line‑level input specifications.		This provides a robust, balanced, noise‑resistant connection and matches the S1 Pro+ line‑level input specifications.

			{{ Callout
			\| type = warning
			\| title = No Y-Adapters
			\| text = For best results do '''NOT''' use any kind of Y-adapter to connect stereo outputs from a mixer to a mono input on an {{S1 Pro+}}. See [[Why_Not_Wye\|Why Not Wye]] for details.'''
			}}

	=== 2. Connect to Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+ ===		=== 2. Connect to Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+ ===

ST at 02:59, 16 April 2026

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	Recommended cable: XLR (mixer) → ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve (S1 Pro+ Channel 3).		Recommended cable: XLR (mixer) → ¼″ (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve (S1 Pro+ Channel 3).

	This provides a robust, balanced, noise‑resistant connection and matches the ~~L1 Pro’s~~ line‑level input specifications.		This provides a robust, balanced, noise‑resistant connection and matches the S1 Pro+ line‑level input specifications.

	=== 2. Connect to Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+ ===		=== 2. Connect to Channel 3 on the S1 Pro+ ===
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	Using Channel 3 for the mixer keeps Channels 1 and 2 available for performers and live inputs.		Using Channel 3 for the mixer keeps Channels 1 and 2 available for performers and live inputs.

	Channels 1 and 2 are the full‑function inputs on the L1 Pro. They support:		Channels 1 and 2 are the full‑function inputs on the S1 Pro+. They support:

	* Microphones (XLR)		* Microphones (XLR)
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	[[Category:Other]]		[[Category:Other]]
	}}		}}

			<details><summary>Full Detailed Version</summary>

	== Full Version ==		== Full Version ==
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	{{Mixer to L1 Pro FAQ}}		{{Mixer to L1 Pro FAQ}}
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			</details>
			== References ==
			{{S1 Pro+ Owners Guide}}

			{{S1 Pro+ Service Manual}}


	~~== References ==~~
	~~{{S1 Pro+ Documentation}}~~
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	[[Category:L1 Pro]]		[[Category:S1 Pro+]]
	[[Category:Mixer]]		[[Category:Mixer]]
	[[Category:Connections]]		[[Category:Connections]]

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	}}		}}
	~~<details><summary>Full Detailed Version</summary>~~
	== Full Version ==		== Full Version ==
	;For best results: Connect the output(s) of a mixer to the line-level inputs of the S1 Pro+. These are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3.		;For best results: Connect the output(s) of a mixer to the line-level inputs of the S1 Pro+. These are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3.
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	Connect the mixer Right Output to the other S1 Pro+ input 3 using the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jack.		Connect the mixer Right Output to the other S1 Pro+ input 3 using the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jack.


	~~== Specifications for the Mixer Section ==~~
	~~[[File:L1 Pro Mixer Section Specifications.jpg]]~~

	Source: See [[{{PAGENAME}}#References\|References section below]].		Source: See [[{{PAGENAME}}#References\|References section below]].
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	== References ==		== References ==
	{{S1 Pro+ Documentation}}		{{S1 Pro+ Documentation}}
	~~</details>~~
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	}}		}}
			<details><summary>Full Detailed Version</summary>
	== Full Version ==		== Full Version ==
	;For best results: Connect the output(s) of a mixer to the line-level inputs of the S1 Pro+. These are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3.		;For best results: Connect the output(s) of a mixer to the line-level inputs of the S1 Pro+. These are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3.
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	Connect the mixer Right Output to the other S1 Pro+ input 3 using the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jack.		Connect the mixer Right Output to the other S1 Pro+ input 3 using the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jack.
	~~<!--~~

	== Specifications for the Mixer Section ==		== Specifications for the Mixer Section ==
	[[File:L1 Pro Mixer Section Specifications.jpg]]		[[File:L1 Pro Mixer Section Specifications.jpg]]

	Source: See [[{{PAGENAME}}#References\|References section below]].		Source: See [[{{PAGENAME}}#References\|References section below]].
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	== FAQ ==		== FAQ ==
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	== References ==		== References ==
	{{S1 Pro+ Documentation}}		{{S1 Pro+ Documentation}}
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