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#417606 - 02/29/16 01:04 PM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Bill Lewis]
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A good point about the subs/bass amps made of wood. Since the detachable colume speakers come in two or more pieces(I think), each component would not be heavy. I think the subwoofer of my Maui 28 is all made of wood. A bit heavy, but very good sounds.
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#417623 - 02/29/16 06:03 PM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Saswick]
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Registered: 06/25/99
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I have spoken with Frank about getting a pair of the Maui 5's. I don't think they will sound much different from then Bose Compacts, but there are a few additional controls.
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#417633 - 02/29/16 07:57 PM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Saswick]
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After looking at the spec's Don, I don't think they will sound nearly as good, but I really don't know - specs never tell the whole story. Of course, at this stage of the game, with just two jobs left until full retirement, it really doesn't make any difference to me, or my audiences.

Good luck,

Gary cool
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#417638 - 02/29/16 10:24 PM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Saswick]
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Frank told me that there wasn't much difference, maybe a little more bass response. I've found more than adequate bass response on Bose Compact though.
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#417648 - 03/01/16 06:08 AM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Saswick]
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Registered: 11/24/99
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I think the 2 biggest factors with the Maui 5s compared to the compacts, are

1) price, $300 less, but if you already have the compacts then stay with them

2) the ability to tailor the sound a bit, you have a Hi-Freq control and a sub control, must people use a mixer or have that ability on their keyboards, but its always a good thing to have just in case

3) Bluetooth, now that can mean allot to some people and nothing to others, but it is a feature that is not found on the compact and also is coming in allot of other systems

4) your buying something from me smile
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#417650 - 03/01/16 06:18 AM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: frankieve]
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Registered: 09/21/00
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Originally Posted By: frankieve
I think the 2 biggest factors with the Maui 5s compared to the compacts, are

1) price, $300 less, but if you already have the compacts then stay with them

2) the ability to tailor the sound a bit, you have a Hi-Freq control and a sub control, must people use a mixer or have that ability on their keyboards, but its always a good thing to have just in case

3) Bluetooth, now that can mean allot to some people and nothing to others, but it is a feature that is not found on the compact and also is coming in allot of other systems

4) your buying something from me smile



All great points Frank....
just to add the Bluetooth feature works flawlessly on M5,... I can see using it out on a deck for let's say a cocktail hr wedding etc,....with the Maui 5 & just your smart phone music wireless, while your main sound setup PA remains on stage inside the venue ready to go when the affair starts,..also the Maui 5 covers are heavy duty, easy to remove & put on, zippered and well designed pockets inside for the poles, & accessories, for the system too. cool2

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#417655 - 03/01/16 06:54 AM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: frankieve]
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Registered: 04/13/05
Posts: 5126
Loc: USA
Originally Posted By: frankieve
I think the 2 biggest factors with the Maui 5s compared to the compacts, are

1) price, $300 less, but if you already have the compacts then stay with them

2) the ability to tailor the sound a bit, you have a Hi-Freq control and a sub control, must people use a mixer or have that ability on their keyboards, but its always a good thing to have just in case

3) Bluetooth, now that can mean allot to some people and nothing to others, but it is a feature that is not found on the compact and also is coming in allot of other systems

4) your buying something from me smile



Thank you Frank. Your honest honest comments is what keeps SZ members coming back to you again and again.

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#418012 - 03/08/16 08:19 AM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Stephenm52]
Dnj Offline
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Posts: 43703
Ok reporting back..after 18 small jobs using the Maui 5 its definitely a keeper,...lightweight, great crystal clean sound and the top end clearly cuts thru the mix with vocals, trumpets, etc, without the hint of distortion & nice tight bass. Now I can highly recommend the LD Maui 5 for all your small jobs,...and if using two units for about 100-125pp would sound amazing also. Then add the extra features Bluetooth, EQ, and you have a winner for sure!
give Frank a call at audioworks.com

a Happy Maui5 player.


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#418201 - 03/12/16 09:56 AM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Saswick]
Dnj Offline
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LD Maui 5 covered a room this size with ease & power to spare last night,..approx 80-100pp great coverage with pristine sound vocals & music.

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#418214 - 03/12/16 03:15 PM Re: Maui 5 arrived [Re: Dnj]
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Registered: 01/14/02
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Loc: Buffalo, NY
Originally Posted By: Dnj
LD Maui 5 covered a room this size with ease & power to spare last night,..approx 80-100pp great coverage with pristine sound vocals & music.

cool2


I couldn't get the videos to play!!

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