Bose L1 Compact - Dick Tater & The Tots - MustangSally

Example of the new Bose L1 "Compact" Line array system in use by a band with other, full-sized L1 systems. In this case guitarist is using a Classic L1, the bassist (and kick drum) using the newer Model II, and the drummer's vocal mic into the Compact.

Bose specs say the Compact volume level diminishes more quickly than the full sized systems, and are intended for the solo performer. So we are again, pushing the Compact to see what it can do, and were pleasantly surprised at it's ability to keep up pretty well. My vocal part is almost as loud as usual, especially considering the video cam is about 60' out in the audience and way off to the side of the band.

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Music

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• Dick Tater
• Bose L1
• L1 Compact
• PeterVred
• Rick Dennis
• John Thurman
• Mustang sally

[Eomak]

Hi ,can u run a roland v-drum kit threw one of these and have enough power to fill the room with drums to 100-200 people?And have a second one for vocals,guitar,bass and sound full?Or do u need 3 or 4 of these to get a full sounding band for 100-200 people gig?I usaly use Yorkvelle U15P's for the drums but tyhere so dam heavy and big but fill the room like what a real drum kit would.

[PeterVred]

Hi Eomak,

I would say *Yes* you can.

The best system would have 4-B1 bass modules total. Two on the L1 system, and two more powered by a Bose Packlite Amp. That is what I typically use with either acoustic or my E-drums.

You could probably also run a vocal or two thru the same system, more than that, and I'd go with another system with a single B1.

[thejustinsiderband]

you guy's rock...think i know the bass player...he moonlights with another band

[PeterVred]

Yeah, send him back when you're through will ya.

BTW...we need an updated video for you guys.

[PeterVred]

There was about 50 ppl in the audience, it was a very large space...so NOT crowded at all.

Only my (the drummer's) mic is going into the Compact. As stated in the *info* section, my vocal was not as loud as "usual", but was in the mix enough for rock and roll, and it sure lightened up my load that night. Usually I pack a Model II with 4-B1 bass modules.

[PeterVred]

Also...as stated in the info section...the video camera is about 60' out in the audience (zoomed in), to the right of the band, not directly in the line of fire of the L1 systems.

[bassguy531]

The Flame Lights are on Ebay. I had to make the stands and put velcro on the towers.

[korguser2007]

Hi Peter,

where can I buy that lights on the top of Bose tower ?

Can you send me any link ?

Thanx

[thejustinsiderband]

thank's pete we will send him back but he wont be the same....might need a hearing aid...lol..we play too dam loud..thank's for the offer to update our video

[soulhoosier]

You mutha fuckas really suck donkey donG!!! Whassup wit dat bullsheeitt song. Just kidding. Sounds cool daddio, but it is not maintaining or playing all the way through. Michael thought maybe you had Delta Terry download the songs for ye. Ha ha. Dig it.

[jdn4rlb]

I love the song and those burnin' torches!! Great ambiance!