Uncle Dave & Scott,
There are a few other issues with Bose PAS which should be aired. First let me re-iterate my previous comment that PAS is without doubt a new dimension in sound distribution, & Bose deserve full applause for their pioneering of this technology.
However as it applies to arranger kbds,it is wrong for Uncle Dave to be so dismissive of the stereo issue...I've also read up on Bose & other comentators on this one....Forget about stereo for a moment and just think about sound seperation. All modern KBDs use stereo fields for this purpose as well as the Stereo thing.
I will bet you that within the not too distant future Bose will bring out their PAS version which will address both sound seperation & Stereo all at once in one package.....Just Watch..

Next issue (for Kbds) is control of bass in varying environments. you cannot control vol / intensity of PAS Bass without affecting all other sounds on the KBD..that is in your 20 min. setup time before the gig. The best way to achieve this is via a seperate powered B'bin with Vol. control.

Next issue...PAS really excells in 'OPEN' environments i.e open hall with raised stage, or in Church or in open air.
However, because of the wave dispersion pattern...sound from PAS is easily blocked by close crowd situations ...a dozen or so people standing in front of you...PAS is distributing from floor level to about 7' high...unlike conventional systs where spks are pole mounted.

In conclusion, I believe that these are strong arguments for Bose to address as they move forward on this one,and especially as Stereo Sampled Sounds is the future for KBD Mfgs.
There are 2 different objectives being pursued by KBD and AMP Mfgs.
KBD Mfg...best poss reproduction of individual instument sounds.
AMP Mfg...best poss distribution, dispertion
& overall sound Quality...multipurpose.

Eventually they will each be forced to recognise the need to meet both objectives...however that is to be achieved.

I have already put these issues to Bose...so we'll see what happens.

I can only hope we're not left waiting too long...and don't forget all of the other PA/Amp guys watching on from the sideline...they wont be too far behind either.

LeoD..2cents worth.



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