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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><br> | |||
;Here is '''the simplest thing that could possibly work''': | ;Here is '''the simplest thing that could possibly work''': | ||
: 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 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+. | ||
* 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+. | ||
These methods have the highest likelihood of success with the fewest variables and the least troubleshooting. | |||
=== Recommended Connection Method === | === Recommended Connection Method === | ||
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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 | This provides a robust, balanced, noise‑resistant connection and matches the S1 Pro+ line‑level input specifications. | ||
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| 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+ === | ||
Channel 3 is the most predictable and trouble‑free input for mixer use | 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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=== 3. Set Initial Levels === | === 3. Set Initial Levels === | ||
Mixer main fader: 0 dB (unity) | Mixer main fader: 0 dB (unity) | ||
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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 | 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]] | ||
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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 | ;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. | ||
;Note: The XLR jacks on the | ;Note: The XLR jacks on the S1 Pro+ are microphone-level signal sources, not line-level outputs found on most mixers. The S1 Pro+ line-level inputs are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3. | ||
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[[File:L1 Pro Line Level Inputs small.jpg|300px]] | [[File:L1 Pro Line Level Inputs small.jpg|300px]] | ||
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;For best results, connect the output(s) of a mixer to the line-level inputs of the S1 Pro+. | ;For best results, connect the output(s) of a mixer to the line-level inputs of the S1 Pro+. | ||
Most mixers have line-level outputs. The | Most mixers have line-level outputs. The S1 Pro+ line-level inputs are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3. | ||
The S1 Pro+ line-level inputs are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3. | The S1 Pro+ line-level inputs are the 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve jacks on channels 1, 2, 3. | ||
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If the mixer has 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Sleeve (unbalanced) outputs (unbalanced), use 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Sleeve cables to connect to the | If the mixer has 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Sleeve (unbalanced) outputs (unbalanced), use 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Sleeve cables to connect to the S1 Pro+ line-level inputs. | ||
[[File:TsMtsM.png|400px]] | [[File:TsMtsM.png|400px]] | ||
If the mixer has XLR outputs, use XLR Female to 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cables to connect to the | If the mixer has XLR outputs, use XLR Female to 1/4-inch (6.3 mm) Tip-Ring-Sleeve cables to connect to the S1 Pro+ line-level inputs. | ||
[[File:XLRFtoTRS.jpg|400px]] | [[File:XLRFtoTRS.jpg|400px]] | ||
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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. | ||
Source: See [[{{PAGENAME}}#References|References section below]]. | Source: See [[{{PAGENAME}}#References|References section below]]. | ||
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{{Mixer to L1 Pro FAQ}} | {{Mixer to L1 Pro FAQ}} | ||
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== References == | |||
{{S1 Pro+ Owners Guide}} | |||
{{S1 Pro+ Service Manual}} | |||
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[[Category: | [[Category:S1 Pro+]] | ||
[[Category:Mixer]] | [[Category:Mixer]] | ||
[[Category:Connections]] | [[Category:Connections]] | ||