Yep, when you put it that way, it sure does...but many people don't look at gear as an investment...I do.

It also makes even more sense when you consider the Bose will last a long time, as well as not taking up much space compared to a conventional PA with monitors.

My Yamaha MS60S speakers are over 20 years old...they were pricey when new...but, I've needed nothing else since I bought them and they have paid for themselves many times over...plus they sound great for restaurant work.

For a long throw PA the Bose in stereo will easily do the bigger jobs, and I'm sure it will give me as much value over long term as the Yamaha MS60S have done.

I always say, "you ultimately play the speaker", so it had better be good.

Ian