Template:Different Models

Usage

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Most of the articles in this Wiki are applicable for the entire L1 family of products. When information is applicable to specific products in the family, there will be marker like the ones shown to the right.

F1 Model 812 Classic L1 Model I L1 Model 1S L1 Model II T1  L1 Compact

How to Tell the Difference Between L1 Models

This is how to tell which L1^® unit you have.

L1 Pro	2020 - Present
Sub1 Sub2	2020 - Present
T4S	2018 - Present		4 channel ToneMatch Mixer (stereo)
T8S	2018 - Present		8 channel ToneMatch Mixer (stereo)
F1 Model 812	2015 - Present		Flexible Array Loudspeaker
Classic	2003 - 2007		Rounded front. The Output Panel has Amp1 Out, Amp2 Out, Amp3 Out
L1 Model I	2007 - 2012		Rounded front. The Output Panel has no outputs for Amp1, Amp2, Amp3. The Output Panel and L1 Cylindrical Radiator® loudspeaker sections have orange L1® markers.
L1 Model 1S	2012 - 2020		Extending legs, one Cylindrical Radiator® (Top Array), Bottom Extension
L1 Model II	2007 - 2020		Extending legs, two Cylindrical Radiator®s, Bass Line Out,
B1 Bass Module	2003 - 2020		Up to two per Power Stand (above). More if using the PackLite® power amplifier model A1. 2 x 5.25" drivers, 26.6 lb
B2 Bass Module	2012 - 2020		Up to one per Power Stand (above). More if using the PackLite® power amplifier model A1. 2 x 10" drivers 45 lb. 3 position switch.
A1 PackLite Amp	2005 - 2020		Allows bass expansion for L1 Classic L1 Model I L1 Model II (not L1 Compact not L1 Model 1S)
T1	2007 - 2018		T1 ToneMatch Audio Engine
L1 Compact	2009 - 2021		Integrated Power Stand and Bass Unit, two Extensions

Warranty Information

Another significant distinction is the warranties on the electronic components. See: Warranty Information

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Common Terms

L1®

L1 is often used to refer to one system including the L1 Cylindrical Radiator^® loudspeaker, Power Stand, and one or more B1 Bass Modules. "PAS" has never been used by Bose out of respect for another company's trademark.

Classic (L1® Classic)

2003-2007: This was the original L1 and this has now been replaced by the L1 Model I. See L1 Classic

L1^® Model I (L1® Model I)

2007 -     : The L1 Model I is the new version of the L1 Classic. It is RoHS compliant for release in Europe but functionally basically the same.

Distinguishing features include orange labels on the back of the power stand and on the line arrays. Also many of the accessory connectors have been removed on the back panel. See L1® Model I

L1^® Model II (L1® Model II)

2007 -     : Lighter, smaller Power Stand with folding legs, uses an articulated array in the Cylindrical Radiator. This uses the T1 as its recommended user interface and connection point for all inputs. At least one B1 Bass Module is required for proper operation. See L1® Model II

T1^® (T1 ToneMatch® Audio Engine)

2007 -     : This is a the user interface and input panel for the L1® Model II with inputs for microphones (up to three) and line level inputs (up to two more). It is compatible with the L1® Classic and L1® Model I as well. See T1 ToneMatch™ Audio Engine.

A1 (PackLite® power amplifier Model A1)

2006 -     :Power Amplifier used to support one or two B1 Bass Modules. All the L1 Power Stands (L1 Classic, L1 Model I, L1 Model II) can support up to two B1 Bass Modules. With PackLite® you can add more. See: PackLite® power amplifier Model A1

B1 (B1 Bass Module)

2003 -     : These supply the bass frequencies for the L1 . Up to two of these may be attached to the Power Stands of any model except the L1 Compact. These are often referred to as "subs".

For the L1 Classic and L1 Model I the B1 Bass Module is optional. With the L1 Model 1S and L1 Model II at least one bass module B1 Bass Module or B2 Bass Module is required for the proper operation of the System. See: B1 Bass Module

B2 (B2 Bass Module)

2012 -     : These supply the bass frequencies for the L1 . One of these may be attached to the Power Stands of any model except the L1 Compact. These are often referred to as "subs".

For the L1 Classic and L1 Model I the B2 Bass Module is optional. With the L1 Model 1S and L1 Model II at least one B1 Bass Module is required for the proper operation of the System. See: B2 Bass Module

L1 Cylindrical Radiator® loudspeaker

This refers to the actual loudspeaker that plugs into the L1 Power Stand. This breaks down into two pieces for transport, but when assembled, functions as a single unit. See: L1 Cylindrical Radiator® loudspeaker