Weddings Just trying to get a little more information on the L1s.

[DJMN]

I know one system is mostly for smaller weddings and such, and smaller events from what most have said, but what would a typical setup like this cover.

Of course this is the L1 with the two bass bottoms.



I am giving a simple poll to gauge what your response is.

Thanks!!

Also if anyone has any other helpful information that could be given would be appreciated.


And why is Adam going to try Bose??

Because they have a great program for buyers..12 months no interest, and I don't have $4000+ to invest in a great Dynacord System! I have heard those Dynas, and I know this is a great system, but I just don't have that kind of money lying around.

 

[Papa Deuce]

Save us the "pain".

http://bose.infopop.cc/6/ubb.x

 

[DJMN]

Save us the "pain".

http://bose.infopop.cc/6/ubb.x

There should be absolutely no pain at all! I want people to respond even if you don't own them and you have heard them! I prefer the advice from my fellow friends on this site.

 

[Papa Deuce]

There should be absolutely no pain at all! I want people to respond even if you don't own them and you have heard them! I prefer the advice from my fellow friends on this site.

Come on. Be real. You have been here long enough to know about the Bose, and what will be coming as soon as certain people see this post.

 

[DJ SVO]

Call Cap, you've seen the pics from the big events. I believe he's been very successful using the Bose, Ron Auger, Joe (Alphabet), Mike (MBM) Chuck (Maui) Papa, etc. have been very happy with their systems and if the Bose fits your needs and types of events you're doing then go for it.

If it doesn't then you need to find one that does. These are tools for you trade so if it works wnjoy.

 

[DJMN]

Come on. Be real. You have been here long enough to know about the Bose, and what will be coming as soon as certain people see this post.

If those people that we speak of start a peeing match. That's not my fault. As a professional dj, I am looking for more constructive advice.

I don't want to hear what I could buy, because I am already buying this system. I am more interested in seeing what size crowds and such I can adequately handle.

IMO...I think there are better speakers out on the market...I've personally have heard them, so this isn't a thread about that. I personally love those Dynas, but with more quality, they got them priced a bit out of my reach at this point.

I have already have numerous comments about me getting Bose. In fact, a client already stated she and her dad, especially would be very happy if I am able to get them for her wedding.

So again, this isn't a thread to talk about which brand is better, or pricing or anything like that. I am sold on this product, and I will post a debatable review and opinion in a seperate thread.

So in honor of my request and Papas...let's keep this thread as intended.

And yes Papa, I can see where you are getting at. I was reading through some previous threads about Bose reviews and I have seen where it started getting to market comparison.

In fact..thanks Scott for helping decide on this next purchase. I'm looking forward to them!

 

[nextgen1]

I would say for a rocking party and good sound the setup you talked about would work fine for about 150 people. Two systems then would do well for about 300. I think Papa just knows that many will give praise or talk trash. All I know is that mine have been worth every penny.

 

[DJMN]

Call Cap, you've seen the pics from the big events. I believe he's been very successful using the Bose, Ron Auger, Joe (Alphabet), Mike (MBM) Chuck (Maui) Papa, etc. have been very happy with their systems and if the Bose fits your needs and types of events you're doing then go for it.

If it doesn't then you need to find one that does. These are tools for you trade so if it works wnjoy.

From what I have seen so far, and I hope to be corrected, but the bass on the L1s are relatively weak. I have seen people talk about boosting their subs with bigger subs and such..of course not recommended..but oh well right?


I am also in the market of a good sub, since my 1501's are pretty much going down the drain. But my 450s are still kickin butt! Why not keep those 450's and throw some bass on that baby. That's a whole nuther' thread though! And not only that, I have been already given several suggestions on what to get already.

 

[DJMN]

I would say for a rocking party and good sound the setup you talked about would work fine for about 150 people. Two systems then would do well for about 300. I think Papa just knows that many will give praise or talk trash. All I know is that mine have been worth every penny.

And to tell you the truth...give me the goods, or give me the trash..isn't that called pros and cons??

I love the dynas to death: PRO
I hate the price: CON

Big deal...isn't these thread for opinions. We don't have worry about it being a selling thread since I already have my cc #'s sent to Bose. So I am just looking for some "hands on" opinions and advice, without the whole other speakers are better thing. I know this already.

 

[Guest]

DJMN,

If the DYNAs are too expensive for what they are, why are you even considering Bose?

Stick with something that works for you, you are going to get as lot more spl and base response out of just the 450s you already have than you will ever get out of the Bose,

The Bose have their place in the "looks good" department, but you have to pay dearly for that look!

They are great for that which they were desinged for! I am going to quote what the sound company that does some set ups for me told me, and they own 10 of the L1's! The Bose L1s are perfect for conventions where they use light back ground music but excel for speakers and presenters at the conventions!

 

[So Cal Hugh]

I have used mine indoors and out. Both outdoor gatherings were for large groups of 250+ and they did great. I have used them indoors for groups of up to 200 and they were great.

In fact the only time I wasn't satisfied with the sound is when I was in a small group with a wedding of about 40 guests. I had to play it so low that it sounded good only where I was - in the corner.

I agree that the Bose bass punch isn't what we are used to as DJs, but you can double the base bins and make it much better. Still, they work great for me.

 

[jokerswild]

DJMN: Please don't take this the wrong way... but, this thread just seems like you're baiting certain individuals..... Please call Cap he can explain it all to you if you are truely interested.

 

[DJMN]

DJMN: Please don't take this the wrong way... but, this thread just seems like you're baiting certain individuals..... Please call Cap he can explain it all to you if you are truely interested.

I completely take that the right way, and I've got one response.

Let's try to see if I can get professional constructive advice.

As I already told Papa, if this thread takes a vicious turn, I am not taking responsibility for it, but I will let this thread be closed in a hurry. I don't have time for peeing matches this month...really I don't!!

 

[DJMN]

I would say for a rocking party and good sound the setup you talked about would work fine for about 150 people. Two systems then would do well for about 300. I think Papa just knows that many will give praise or talk trash. All I know is that mine have been worth every penny.

DJMN,

If the DYNAs are too expensive for what they are, why are you even considering Bose?

Stick with something that works for you, you are going to get as lot more spl and base response out of just the 450s you already have than you will ever get out of the Bose,

The Bose have their place in the "looks good" department, but you have to pay dearly for that look!

They are great for that which they were desinged for! I am going to quote what the sound company that does some set ups for me told me, and they own 10 of the L1's! The Bose L1s are perfect for conventions where they use light back ground music but excel for speakers and presenters at the conventions!

I have used mine indoors and out. Both outdoor gatherings were for large groups of 250+ and they did great. I have used them indoors for groups of up to 200 and they were great.

In fact the only time I wasn't satisfied with the sound is when I was in a small group with a wedding of about 40 guests. I had to play it so low that it sounded good only where I was - in the corner.

I agree that the Bose bass punch isn't what we are used to as DJs, but you can double the base bins and make it much better. Still, they work great for me.

If I keep getting responses like this...there should be no reason we need to consider throwing this thread in the dump!

Thank you guys!!

 

[jokerswild]

Then I suggest you get the information straight from the horses mouth so to speak.... or if nothing else do a search for Bose in this and just about any other BBS and you'll find the good with the bad....

I don't think anyone will find anything conclusive that will be compelling enough for them to simply plunk out cash for a system they haven't heard... I didn't until one day at GC and even then I wasn't completely sold... but, my wife was... she loved the look, she loved the sound... what more do you need to know.... get one... you can return them for a full refund if you don't like them.

Don't look for answer's in the numbers that's what I am saying... listen to them and judge for yourself.

 

[DJMN]

Then I suggest you get the information straight from the horses mouth so to speak.... or if nothing else do a search for Bose in this and just about any other BBS and you'll find the good with the bad....

I don't think anyone will find anything conclusive that will be compelling enough for them to simply plunk out cash for a system they haven't heard... I didn't until one day at GC and even then I wasn't completely sold... but, my wife was... she loved the look, she loved the sound... what more do you need to know.... get one... you can return them for a full refund if you don't like them.

Don't look for answer's in the numbers that's what I am saying... listen to them and judge for yourself.

Rob: I did a search on Bose reviews, and I seen the direction those threads went.

But what I did not see is a common ground on how big of events this thing could handle adequately.

I have heard a few people talking from under 100-250+....so I just wanted to get a general consensus on what people actually thought in their honest opinion.

I am really not worried about this thread getting closed as much as the thread when I actually start using them speakers, and giving my personal review on them!

I might have to stay away from that one though, the way it sounds.

Thanks again,
Adam

 

[Chuck The DJ]

Okay... First this is Moderator Chuck....

Adam asked a question and if people respond to his question there will not be a problem. I WILL shut down/and delete any post AFTER this one if I feel the response is not what Adam is asking.

No debates. Answer his question or be deleted.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.....

BOSE user Chuck here.... 1 L1 and 2 B1's... I feel no problem for 150 peeps... Yes there is not mega bass, but for most weddings they will be great. Coverage is wonderful, and the look of the set up and the name is well worth the price IMHO. If you want mega bass, there are better options IMHO. but that is not what you are asking. If you get the L1 and 2B1's it can easily be used as a very elegant ceremony system even if you decide that you need something more.

 

[DJMN]

Okay... First this is Moderator Chuck....

Adam asked a question and if people respond to his question there will not be a problem. I WILL shut down/and delete any post AFTER this one if I feel the response is not what Adam is asking.

No debates. Answer his question or be deleted.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.....

BOSE user Chuck here.... 1 L1 and 2 B1's... I feel no problem for 150 peeps... Yes there is not mega bass, but for most weddings they will be great. Coverage is wonderful, and the look of the set up and the name is well worth the price IMHO. If you want mega bass, there are better options IMHO. but that is not what you are asking. If you get the L1 and 2B1's it can easily be used as a very elegant ceremony system even if you decide that you need something more.

Chuck at first I was quite worried about your response! But after the whole response I feel so so so much better!

 

[Dave Winsor]

300 is no problem! That's the most, outdoors at an island wedding. The highs carry and the bass fills in quite nicely. As a matter of fact, on this particular island, there is a pond and at the other end of the pond (1/4-1/2 mile?) people can hear the sound clear as day and actually comment on it.

Dave

That's about 1/4 of the way to where I'm talking about.

 

[jokerswild]

Adam: Last year I only had 1 L1 and 2 B1.... the very first time I used them at a wedding we were in the larger part of the venue with seating up to 220ppl and in the other half just behind a partition wall was a band...... in the empty room I tested out how loud I could get fearing I'd be drowned out by the band....

Well after I was done the venue manager politely told me I could not play that loud tonight because they had a band scheduled for the other room...

I never heard the band all night except when I dropped my sound level or stopped the music for speaches.....

That was one L1/2B1 vs. a Band.... and frankly I won... in my own room anyway.... don't know if they could hear me in the next my assumption is yes they could much the same as me hearing them... only when they were quiet.... their party ended early...

Now I have the dual L1 with quad B1. I would not shy away from any wedding group under 400, or any party group under 300.

No, it is not going to give you club sound... so if you are looking for chest pounding bass... look somewhere else.

If you want smooth sound top to bottom with a huge coverage area.... Bose is for you.