Silly readers ... OF COURSE IT IS !
I called Bose yesterday and this morning UPS dropped the new L1 at my front door!
Free shipping and 12 months 0% interest.
Also 45 day return policy ... great, huh?
So, as an original PAS (L1) owner, what are my impressions after just today�s test drive in my living room?
Well, for starters .... the portability has been GREATLY improved. Yeah - I know! It was already the world�s easiest thing to haul and setup! The new pedestal is � the size and weight of the original and fold up smaller for transport. That�s a good thing.
The towers have altered the fire-angel of the tweeters, so some of them face left, some right, and some center � much smoother spread. At first, the sound seems a little thin compared to the original, but that�s because all the sound is not coming straight at you. As you step back in the room, the new system has a better dispersion and overall improved clarity.
Down side? Just one, and it�s a small one � there is only ONE input and it�s a � inch jack. Now, with THAT said � it�s EXTREMELY hot and I can�t put it past 9o�clock with out getting a headache. The PSR3k plugs right in and the sound is amazing. This also makes it easy for me to turn down the wannabe K-singers that want a second mic � sorry � one input ! Bose added the new T1 mixer to this setup for extra channels and effects - $500, Yikes. For now, I�ll use it with one input unless I need a sub-mixer, and I have a Mackie CFX-12v.ll for larger needs.
So�� Am I happy? Yes!
Am I thrilled, not so much
Will I keep it? SURE ! ( at least for now )
If you liked the original, you will hear a slightly different crossover point between the top and bottom sections. If you never liked the original � maybe this one will make you a believer. For me � I NEED to have the newest, best Bose in town, so really � I had no choice. Anyone that wants my PAS - $1200 without the B1 sub, $1500 with the sub.
Bose was smart � the B1 has not been changed! Works with the new system as well!
Happy hunting guys and gals !
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