BOSE L1 PRO 16
Overview
A balance of power and portability, the L1 Pro16 portable line array is a streamlined system with high output and extended low frequency range. With a 16-driver articulated J-shape line array, the L1 Pro16 delivers 180-degree horizontal sound coverage, great for small-to-medium sized clubs, bars, and other venues. An integrated subwoofer with a RaceTrack driver delivers powerful bass without the bulk; a built-in multi-channel mixer offers EQ, reverb, and phantom power, plus Bluetooth® streaming and access to the full library of ToneMatch presets; and the intuitive L1 Mix app places wireless control in your hands from your smartphone. For DJs, singer-songwriters, and small ensembles, the L1 Pro16 gives you expanded bandwidth and supreme clarity — the power to sound your best and simply perform.
Features
- Balance power and portability with the L1 Pro system optimized for both on-the-go simplicity and expanded bandwidth, ideal for small-to-medium sized clubs, bars, and other venues
- J-shaped line array featuring 16 articulated 2” neodymium drivers; 180-degree horizontal coverage, tight vertical control on top, wide dispersion on the bottom to cover audiences whether set up on the floor or an elevated stage, even off to the extreme sides in medium to large venues
- Deliver premium full-range sound with consistent tonal balance for singer-songwriters, mobile DJs, small ensembles, and more
- Maintain supreme vocal and instrument clarity with a J-shape extended-frequency line array featuring 16 articulated 2” neodymium drivers and wide 180-degree horizontal coverage
- Bring more bass with less bulk with an integrated 10” × 18” high-excursion neodymium RaceTrack woofer; performance that rivals traditional round drivers with a smaller footprint
- Go from vehicle to venue easily with a modular three-piece system that’s easier to pack, carry, and set up
- Select between optimized system EQ presets for live music, recorded music, and more
- Connect various audio sources easily via built-in mixer with two combo XLR-1/4” phantom-powered inputs, 1/4" and 1/8" (3.5 mm) aux input, plus Bluetooth® streaming — and access system EQ and ToneMatch presets, volume, tone, and reverb via illuminated controls
- Add in even more instruments and other audio sources via dedicated ToneMatch port; one cable provides both power and digital audio between the system and a Bose T4S or T8S mixer (optional)
- Take wireless control with the L1 Mix app on your smartphone to adjust settings instantly from your phone, roam the room and fine-tune, and access the ToneMatch library of custom EQ presets
- Stream high-quality Bluetooth® audio from compatible devices
HIGH OUTPUT AND EXTENDED LOW FREQUENCY
A balance of power and portability The L1 Pro16 portable line array is a streamlined system with high output and extended low frequency. It offers versatile coverage with a J-shaped line array featuring 16 articulated 2” neodymium drivers. This array delivers 180-degree horizontal coverage, tight vertical control on top, wide dispersion on the bottom, to cover audiences whether set up on the floor or an elevated stage, even off to the extreme sides in medium to large venues.
For DJs, singer-songwriters, and small groups, the L1 Pro16 gives you expanded bandwidth and supreme clarity — the power to sound your best and simply perform.
Bass without the bulk An integrated subwoofer with a unique RaceTrack driver design gives you powerful bass, has an optimized center of gravity, and saves a lot of space. This slim 10”x 18” neodymium driver gives you performance that rivals a conventional 15” woofer without the cumbersome size, freeing up room in your vehicle and on the stage, and making every carry in between — home to car, vehicle to venue — much easier.
Mixer onboard… and on your phone Each L1 Pro system features a built-in mixer, so you can connect various instruments, microphones, and other sources easily. You get two combo XLR-1/4” phantom-powered inputs, 1/4" and 1/8" (3.5 mm) aux inputs, plus Bluetooth® streaming capability. Illuminated rotary encoders give you instant access to volume, tone, and reverb settings per channel. Select between optimized system EQ presets for live music, recorded music, and more. And add in even more instruments and other audio sources via dedicated ToneMatch port — one cable provides both power and digital audio between the system and a Bose T4S or T8S mixer (optional).
And with the intuitive L1 Mix app, you get complete wireless mixer control too…
Intuitive and instant wireless control With the L1 Mix app, you can adjust mixer settings instantly from your mobile device or even walk the room, hear how the mix sounds, and fine-tune as you go. Change volume and tone settings in the app and watch the LED encoder on your L1 Pro move to match — the mixer and app are always in sync, in real time. Plus, you have access to the entire ToneMatch library of custom EQ presets. With the L1 Mix app, you get the connectivity that empowers your performance, giving you greater flexibility for on-the-fly tweaks via controls that are intuitive and instant.
Specifications
| System Performance | |
| Model Name | L1 Pro16 |
| System Type | Self-powered line array with integrated bass module and onboard three-channel digital mixer |
| Positioning | A balance of power and portability with a J-shape extended-frequency line array featuring 16 articulated 2" neodymium drivers for expanded bandwidth and supreme clarity. |
| Acoustic performance | Versatile coverage — J-shaped line array featuring 16 articulated 2" neodymium drivers; 180-degree horizontal coverage, tight vertical control on top, wide dispersion on the bottom to cover audiences whether set up on the floor or an elevated stage, and even off to the extreme sides in medium to large venues. |
| Frequency Response (–3 dB) | 42 Hz to 16 kHz |
| Frequency Range (–10 dB) | 31 Hz to 18 kHz |
| Nominal Vertical Coverage Pattern | 0°/30° |
| Vertical Beam Type | J-shape |
| Nominal Horizontal Coverage Pattern | 180° |
| Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, continuous | 118 dB |
| Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m, peak | 124 dB |
| Crossover | 200 Hz |
| Transducers | |
| Low Frequency | 1 × RaceTrack low-frequency driver 10" x 18" |
| Low Frequency Voice Coil Size | 3" |
| High / Mid Frequency | 16 × Articulated 2" drivers |
| High / Mid Frequency Voice Coil Size | 3/4" |
| Driver Protection | Dynamic limiting |
| Amplification | |
| Type | Two-channel, Class D |
| Low Frequency Amp Channel | 1000 W |
| High / Mid Frequency Amp Channel | 250 W |
| Cooling | Convection cooling |
| Onboard Mixer | |
| Channels | Three |
| Channel 1 & 2 Input: Audio Type | Combination XLR or 1/4" TRS connector (mic/instrument/line) |
| Channel 1 & 2 Input Input Impedance | 10 KΩ (XLR); 2 MΩ (TRS) |
| Channel 1 & 2 Input Trim | 0 dB, 12 dB, 24 dB, 36 dB, and 45 dB analog gain steps automatically selected and compensated by DSP |
| Channel 1 & 2 Input Channel Gain | –100 dB to +75 dB (XLR); –115 dB to +60 dB (TRS); from input to driver, controlled by volume knob |
| Channel 1 & 2 Input Max Input Signal | +10 dBu (XLR); +24 dBu (TRS) |
| Channel 3 Input Audio Type | 1/8" TRS (stereo-summed, line), 1/4" TRS (line), Bluetooth® audio streaming |
| Channel 3 Input Input Impedance | 40 KO (3.5 mm); 200 KO (TRS) |
| Channel 3 Input Channel Gain | –105 dB to +50 dB (3.5 mm); –115 dB to +40 dB (TRS); from input to driver, controlled by volume knob |
| Channel 3 Input: Max Input Signal | +11.7 dBu (3.5 mm); +24 dBu (TRS) |
| ToneMatch Audio Type | RJ-45 connector for ToneMatch cable connection, providing digital audio and power connection for the optional T4S/T8S ToneMatch Mixer |
| Output Audio Type | XLR connector, line level, full-frequency bandwidth |
| Bluetooth Enabled | Yes |
| Bluetooth Types | AAC or SBC for audio streaming, LE for system control |
| Channel Controls | 3 digital rotary encoders |
| Phantom Power | Channel 1 & 2 |
| LED Indicators | Standby, Channel Parameters, Signal/Clip, Mute, Phantom Power, ToneMatch, Bluetooth LED, System EQ |
| AC Power | |
| AC Power Input | 100-240 VAC (±15%, 50/60 Hz) |
| Input Electrical Type | IEC |
| Initial turn on inrush current | 15.7 A at 120 V; 28.4 A at 230 V |
| Inrush current after AC mains interruption of 5 s | 2.4 A at 120 V; 8.1 A at 230 V |
| Physical | |
| Color | Black |
| Enclosures Material | Power stand: High-impact polypropylene |
| Extension & Array: High-impact ABS | |
| Grille Material | Powder-coated perforated steel |
| Product Dimensions (H × W × D) | 2011 × 355 × 456 mm (79.2 × 14.0 × 18 in) |
| Shipping Dimensions (H × W × D) | 1118 × 460 × 650 mm (44.02 × 18.11 × 25.59 in) |
| Net Weight | 23.0 kg (50.6 lbs) |
| Shipping Weight | 28.4 kg (62.6 lbs) |
| Included Accessories | Carry bag for arrays, IEC power cord |
| Optional Accessories | L1 Pro16 System Bag, L1 Pro16 Slip Cover |