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[[File:CompactFullSize.jpg|Link=https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/speakers/portable_pa_speakers/l1-compact-system.html#v=l1_compact_black|right|L1 Compact]]   
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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® 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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{{:L1® Compact Table Top Mode}}
{{:L1® Compact Table Top Mode}}


=== L1® Compact Microphone Accessory Pack ===
=== {{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 {{Model I}} or {{Model II}}. We have data galore taken on the {{Compact}} 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 {{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.  
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== Connections from a T1® ==
== Connections from a {{T1}} ==
{{:T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine to Compact}}
{{:T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine to Compact}}


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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]


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.
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.
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<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>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>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.
<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!
Thanks and good luck!
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{{Compact Channel 2}}
{{Compact Channel 2}}


== Line Out ==
== Line Out ==  
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[[Image:CompactLineOut.gif|right]]
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=== Rear panel outputs ===
=== 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
¼-inch output – Mono analog output that accepts either ¼ inch Tip-Ring-Sleeve balanced or
by connecting the ¼-inch output from one L1® Compact system to the ¼-inch input
Tip-Sleeve unbalanced cables.  
(Channel 2) on a second L1® Compact system. This will provide additional coverage
 
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
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.
system and use the {{Compact}} system as your personal monitor.
 
==== Output Level ====
 
¼ inch (6.3 mm) jack: Nominal +2.2 dBu, Max +20 dBu


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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{{: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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