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[https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/speakers/portable_pa_speakers/l1-compact-system.html#v=l1_compact_black L1® Compact page on bose.com]


Announced: April 1 2009
Announced: April 1 2009


Discontinued: May 2021


;Documentation
{{:L1® Compact Documentation}}
{{:L1® Compact Documentation}}


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High-performing, powered, portable two-way loudspeaker system with a 180° H x 40° V nominal dispersion designed for the production and reproduction of live music, music playback, speeches and A/V sound reproduction
 
Articulated line array loudspeaker technology produces wide, uniform sound coverage throughout the entire listening area—even off to the extreme sides
 
Curved array design provides 40° of vertical coverage
 
Integrated ToneMatch® presets contain hardwired equalization curves for dynamic handheld microphones and acoustic guitars
 
Lightweight, interlocking components for easy transport
 
Offers both collapsed and extended setup positions
Applications
*    Live music performances
*    Mobile DJs
*    Places of worship
*    Schools and universities
*    Resorts and hospitality venues
*    Business presentations
 
 
 
 
 
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== Documentation ==
{{:L1® Compact Documentation}}




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{{:L1® Compact Documentation}}
{{:L1® Compact Documentation}}


== L1® Products Comparison ==
== L1 Products Comparison ==


[http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/popup/compare_charts/pop_compare_l1.jsp Product Comparison]
[http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/popup/compare_charts/pop_compare_l1.jsp Product Comparison]
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== FAQs from the {{Forum}} ==
== FAQs from the {{Forum}} ==
=== Presets ===
=== Presets ===
[[Image:T1CompactEquivalents.png|thumb|T1 equivalent presets for Compact Channels 1 and 2]]
Channel 1:  
Channel 1:  
* {{t1 nl}} equivalent: Handheld Mics
* {{t1 nl}} equivalent: Handheld Mics
* {{Model I nl}} equivalent: 01 Handheld Microphones
* {{Model I nl}} equivalent: 01 Handheld Microphones
Channel 2:
Channel 2:
* {{t1 nl}} equivalent: Acoustic Guitar w/piezo
* {{t1 nl}} equivalent: Acoustic Guitars: Steel String w/piezo
* {{Model I nl}} equivalent: 40 Acoustic Guitar w/piezo
* {{Model I nl}} equivalent: 40 Acoustic Guitars: Steel String w/piezo


[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/4806048934/m/294106511?r=811100711#811100711 Source]
[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/4806048934/m/294106511?r=811100711#811100711 Source]
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[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums?a=tpc&f=3976055944&m=741102282&r=722107292#722107292 Source: Neil-at-Bose]
[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums?a=tpc&f=3976055944&m=741102282&r=722107292#722107292 Source: Neil-at-Bose]


=== L1® Compact Microphone Accessory Pack ===
==== Differences in Volume Settings ====
[[Image:Compact Volumes New Original.jpg|right]]
There have been reports that the volume controls behave differently when comparing early production units and later ones.
:I can see how it could be possible that there could be subtle differences in the position of the level controls between early and newer production units, but this variance should be very small. We did receive some initial comments that suggested that the system got loud very quickly, therefore the pot taper on the newer units is slightly different. The amount of usable volume remains unchanged and there were no adjustments to the tonal balance of the system. &mdash; Neil-at-Bose, January 2010<ref>Neil-at-Bose [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/3976055944/m/315102434?r=545107944#545107944 Why do two Compacts Sound Different] January 2010 </ref>
 
 
 
=== Positioning ===
From the {{Compact Owners Guide}}
 
[[Image:DistanceCompact.jpg]]
 
The {{Compact nl}} does not play as loud, nor as deep in bass, nor does it project as far into a room as either the {{Model I}} or {{Model II}}.  If you are used to performing with a {{Model I nl}} or {{Model II nl}} you may find that you have to run the {{Compact nl}} louder on stage than the others  to project into the room.
 
The {{Compact nl}} has extremely wide horizontal dispersion (like the {{Model II}}. If you are using a vocal microphone you will probably have better gain-before-feedback with the {{Compact nl}} off to the side a bit so the microphone is aimed away from the speaker array on top of the {{Compact nl}}.
 
More: [[Stage Layouts / Positioning Your System]]
 
==== Compact in Table Top Mode ====
{{:L1® Compact Table Top Mode}}
 
=== {{L1}} Compact Microphone Accessory Pack ===
Contents:
Contents:
* Audix OM3 microphone
* Audix OM3 microphone
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* 3.5mm Stereo mini cable
* 3.5mm Stereo mini cable


The Hand held Mic or Audix OM3 preset both work great.
The Handheld Mic or Audix OM3 preset both work great.


To obtain pricing and availability please contact 800-444-2673.
To obtain pricing and availability please contact 800-444-2673.
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[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=613103811#613103811 Source: Eric-at-Bose]
[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=613103811#613103811 Source: Eric-at-Bose]


For optimal performance we recommend using both extensions when the system is set up in its Extended position.
For optimal performance, we recommend using both extensions when the system is set up in its Extended position.


[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=563103811#563103811 Source: Neil-at-Bose]
[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=563103811#563103811 Source: Neil-at-Bose]
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==== Cliff-at-Bose ====
==== Cliff-at-Bose ====
First of all, the L1® Compact is very different in basic nature from the two original ones. It has a head-high vertically-divergent array that is ultra-wide horizontally. the vertical angle is narrow enough so its sound pressure fall-off with distance is not as severe as, say, a guitar amp, but it's somewhat greater than an L1 I or II. We have data galore taken on the L1C array, but to a musician, its not only useless, it's confusing. Thinking about this stuff intellectually leads nowhere.
First of all, the L1® Compact is very different in basic nature from the two original ones. It has a head-high vertically-divergent array that is ultra-wide horizontally. the vertical angle is narrow enough so its sound pressure fall-off with distance is not as severe as, say, a guitar amp, but it's somewhat greater than an {{Model I}} or {{Model II}}. We have data galore taken on the {{Compact}} array, but to a musician, it's not only useless, it's confusing. Thinking about this stuff intellectually leads nowhere.


So, forgetting all this, The L1® Compact sounds the same and, from personal experience playing and singing solo, it feels the same. When I played (this seems to be a typical configuration), the system was off to the side 5' and back of me 4'. It is louder when you get on top of it (unlike the L1) so you need to get a little further from it. But not much.  
So, forgetting all this, The {{Compact}} sounds the same and, from personal experience playing and singing solo, it feels the same. When I played (this seems to be a typical configuration), the system was off to the side 5' and back of me 4'. It is louder when you get on top of it (unlike the L1) so you need to get a little further from it. But not much.  


It's very well behaved and it's easy to arrive at an organically-correct distance from it. But; bottom line; it really behaves like the other L1's. I know it has less overall output than the big ones, but I never felt that limit playing demos for a variety of audiences prior to yesterday's launch. I know the system will allow me to entertain at a level I'm happy with in our live music theater. I really don't want more level from it. Our theater holds over 100 and is acoustically treated to be pretty dry. Charlie Farrin did the same on a number of occasions. He's an experienced pro, playing guitar and singing to demonstrate for other audiences. As an audience member listening to Charlie, I was delighted with the sound quality and level. It was exceptionally articulate musically and I understood all his words, on songs I wasn't familiar with.  
It's very well behaved and it's easy to arrive at an organically-correct distance from it. But; bottom line; it really behaves like the other L1's. I know it has less overall output than the big ones, but I never felt that limit playing demos for a variety of audiences prior to yesterday's launch. I know the system will allow me to entertain at a level I'm happy with in our live music theater. I really don't want more level from it. Our theater holds over 100 and is acoustically treated to be pretty dry. Charlie Farrin did the same on a number of occasions. He's an experienced pro, playing guitar and singing to demonstrate for other audiences. As an audience member listening to Charlie, I was delighted with the sound quality and level. It was exceptionally articulate musically and I understood all his words, on songs I wasn't familiar with.  


I'm guessing if you're playing guitar or keys and singing (a solo gig), you can play for 100 with great quality. I never thought once about the capacity of the LF. My keys are never exaggerated on the low end and I want them to sound like, for instance, a real piano or a Rhodes Suitcase. I'm guessing an organ player playing a heavy bass line and singing, like a solo gig, might put the thing to the test. I haven't experienced this and don't do it myself.
I'm guessing if you're playing guitar or keys and singing (a solo gig), you can play for 100 with great quality. I never thought once about the capacity of the LF (lower frequencies). My keys are never exaggerated on the low end and I want them to sound like, for instance, a real piano or a Rhodes Suitcase. I'm guessing an organ player playing a heavy bass line and singing, like a solo gig, might put the thing to the test. I haven't experienced this and don't do it myself.


[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=294105811#294105811 Source: Cliff-at-Bose]
[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=294105811#294105811 Source: Cliff-at-Bose]
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== Connections from a T1® ==
== Connections from a {{T1}} ==
This refers to the connection from a {{T1}} Master or Aux Output using &frac14; inch jack connections.
{{:T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine to Compact}}
 
[[T1_ToneMatch%C2%AE_Audio_Engine_/_1/4_inch_Output_Connections_to_L1%C2%AE_Family_Members#L1.C2.AE_Compact|T1® to Compact]]
 
{{#lst:T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine / 1/4 inch Output Connections to L1® Family Members|Balanced}}
 
This is page 12 of the {{Compact Owners Guide}}
 
[[Image:CompactOwnersGuideT1Connection.gif]]
 
=== Channel 2 Connection from {{T1}} Details ===
[[Image:Compact Channel 2 Line Level.png]]


== AC Power ==
== AC Power ==
=== Battery Power ===
This is especially for those who want to run the L1 Compact with an inverter connected to a car battery or from a Power Pack.
This is especially for those who want to run the L1 Compact with an inverter connected to a car battery or from a Power Pack.


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Note: The AC line power in can peak around 100W during a loud burst.
Note: The AC line power in can peak around 100W during a loud burst.


We have also tested the L1 Compact with several DC to AC Inverters, mostly the low cost "Modified Sine Wave" (actually three level square wave) ones and all have worked very well, there is no buzz problem from the ones we tried.
We have also tested the L1 Compact with several DC to AC Inverters. Avoid modified sine wave inverters. Pure sine wave inverters are preferable.
I recommend that an inverter of at least 300W be used ($30 to $35 US), less then that has not been tested.
 
I recommend that an inverter of at least 300W be used. Less then that has not been tested.  


Here are measurements we took, realize this also includes the inverter efficiency:
Here are measurements we took, realize this also includes the inverter efficiency:
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There are also "Power Packs" available which have the battery built in with the inverter.
There are also "Power Packs" available which have the battery built-in with the inverter.
To find out how long one of the "Portable Power Packs" will run divide the amp hour rating of the battery by the amps from the list above (usually divide by 3), this is assuming it uses a 12V battery.
To find out how long one of the "Portable Power Packs" will run divide the amp hour rating of the battery by the amps from the list above (usually divide by 3), this is assuming it uses a 12V battery.


[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=782102261#782102261 Source: Tom-at-Bose]
[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/745104421?r=782102261#782102261 Source: Tom-at-Bose]


== Compact Extensions Sticking ==
There was a follow-up question about the impact of using a {{T1}} with the {{Compact}}. Expect that adding a {{T1}} may draw as much power as the {{Compact}} meaning that your power requirements may be double what is show above.
{{:Compact Extensions Sticking}}
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What an interesting inquiry! First I'll note the official maximum wattage spec for L1 Compact is 200 watts max. Keep in mind, maximum power draw would only occur with the L1 playing at maximum, blaring volume. Normal power draw at "normal" volumes will be something much less than 200 watts.
<br>The T1 power supply rating of 81-100 VA is the same as 81-100 watts (volts times amps is watts). So I consider T1 maximum power draw 100 watts.
<br>So based on these official specs this setup presents a maximum draw of 300 watts. A good rule of thumb for an inverter would be to oversize by at least a factor of two so at least 600 watts for the inverter.
<br>Keep in mind official specs can be conservative (as Tom's lower wattage numbers show). Feel free to measure your power draw at home using regular utility and/or inverter power. If you have access to a kill-a-watt or similar, it will tell you how much power in watts your Compact and T1 are drawing with your sources at your levels. Sometimes real-world testing is best.
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Thanks and good luck!
<br>MattS-at-Bose [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/76010377/m/9560030776?r=1240040776#1240040776 MattS-at-Bose]
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== Channel 1==
== Channel 1==
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== Channel 2 ==
== Channel 2 ==
[[Image:Compact Channel 2.png|thumb]]
{{Compact Channel 2}}


===Can a stereo signal be used with the analog input?===
== Line Out ==  
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[[Image:CompactLineOut.gif|right]]


A ¼ inch Tip-Ring-Sleeve connector carrying a stereo signal should not be used with the analog input on the {{Compact}}.
=== Rear panel outputs ===


Even though a ¼ inch Tip-Ring-Sleeve connector can carry a stereo signal this is not how this physical connection is used on the {{Compact}}.
¼-inch output – Mono analog output that accepts either ¼ inch Tip-Ring-Sleeve balanced or
Tip-Sleeve unbalanced cables.  


The analog input on the {{Compact}} is balanced, and will therefore subtract the Left and Right signals on a stereo cable and you will hear almost no signal in the {{Compact}}.
Can be used to link multiple {{Compact}} systems together
by connecting the ¼-inch output from one {{Compact}} system to the ¼-inch input
(Channel 2) on a second {{Compact}} system. This will provide additional coverage
in larger spaces. You can also use the ¼-inch output to connect to a house PA
system and use the {{Compact}} system as your personal monitor.


== Line Out ==
==== Output Level ====


[[Image:CompactLineOut.gif|right]]
¼ inch (6.3 mm) jack: Nominal +2.2 dBu, Max +20 dBu
=== Rear panel outputs ===
¼-inch output – Mono analog output that accepts either ¼ inch TRS balanced or
TS unbalanced cables. Can be used to link multiple L1® Compact systems together
by connecting the ¼-inch output from one L1® Compact system to the ¼-inch input
(Channel 2) on a second L1® Compact system. This will provide additional coverage
in larger spaces. You can also use the ¼-inch output to connect to a house PA
system and use the L1® Compact system as your personal monitor.


Note: Using a TS unbalanced cable will result in a drop in the audio level of -6dBu.
Note: Using a TS unbalanced cable will result in a drop in the audio level of -6dBu.
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:[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/787106852?r=514100362#514100362 Source: Neil-at-Bose]
:[http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7521050644/m/787106852?r=514100362#514100362 Source: Neil-at-Bose]
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== Mixer to Share Presets ==
{{:Mixer to Share Presets on the Compact}}
== Compact Extensions Sticking ==
{{:Compact Extensions Sticking}}
=== Tip for Separating the Extensions ===
{{:Compact / Separating the Extensions}}
== Static Electricity ==
Some Compact owners report static electricity sparks when removing the cover from the Power Stand.
Here is a note from Neil-at-Bose
:It sounds like the sparks are from the cover to the plastic case. They will dissipate without a problem. Engineering thoroughly tested the L1 Compact with ESD (electro static discharge) hits to all surfaces and the most common result is that absolutely nothing happened. On some discharges an audio crackle can be heard.
:We would like to assure you that this will not damage the system.
Source &mdash; [http://bose.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/867107664/m/105104535?r=5770089706#5770089706 Neil-at-Bose]


== Physical Comparison to other L1® Products ==
== Physical Comparison to other L1® Products ==
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{{:Compact Physical Comparisons}}
{{:Compact Physical Comparisons}}
== Quick Start Card ==
{{L1 Compact Quick Start Card}}


== Zusammenfassung in Deutsch ==
== Zusammenfassung in Deutsch ==
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The new L1 Compact system: audio performance, simplified setup and one-trip portability. Only from Bose.
The new L1 Compact system: audio performance, simplified setup and one-trip portability. Only from Bose.


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