Bose F1 Model 812 Flexible Speaker Array

[Leading Edge]

I've been running my SX900 through a Bose L1 Model 2.  Last weekend the Bose developed a major fault midway through a gig and I had to piggyback into the piano players Bose system for the rest of the evening.  My Bose is now over 20 years old and has seen a lot of work.  I'd like to move on and  possibly replace it with a Bose F1 812 speaker array system.  Has anyone used or had any experience of the Bose F1 812 please?

Thank you.

[michael]

Hallo we have had 2 bose F1 and 2 subwoofer for about 3 years and we are very pleased they sound terrific and are easy to set up
and when we have small gigs we only use 2 F1 and you have a lot off sound for every place I can really recomend
And for monitoring we have 2 Bose S1
Michael

[Leading Edge]

Thank you for the reply Michael.  That's very helpful. 

When you use the F1's on there own do they have enough bass without the sub-woofer?   Are you running through a mixer?

Thank you.

Vic

[hammer]

Like you I have used Bose speakers for about 20
years.  I currently use a Bose L1.   My advice, stick
with the Bose L1.  Light weight, great sound coverage,
affordable, easy setup.

Deane

[Leading Edge]

Thanks Deane.  I'm guessing you're referring to the Compact when you say L1. 

Regards

Vic

[hammer]

Yes,  The compact. It works great

Deane

[michael]

F1 have enough with bass on their own and we are usin Behringer XR18 mixer it´s small and useful for every gig and sound good

[Leading Edge]

That's very helpful Michael.  Thank you.

I was wondering about the need for the 'sub'.  I've got a Bose T1 mixer so I'm OK in that department.   I'll ask the dealer to demo the F1 with and without the sub. 

Your input has been invaluable.

Thanks

Vic

[OmbDave]

Hi Vic, you could perhaps consider listening to the HK Audio Polar12 system, in my opinion it sounds better than the Bose . I've used both and also QSC K series but overall I'm blown away by the German HK's. Very powerful too (2Kw amp) and HK provide systems for concert venues and have a great reputation. I purchased the Polar 10's just before the start of Covid and after lockdown finished I've been using them every weekend for gigs and never had a proble. Give 'em a listen mate
Cheers
Dave

[Leading Edge]

Thanks for taking the time to reply Dave.  I'd not heard of the HK Polar System until you mentioned it.   I'm open to any suggestions/recommendations so I'll take a look to see if I have a local dealer.   

Cheers

Vic