Thank you Don...that is precisely my situation...the restaurant I work in is one large room with different levels.

If they had separate rooms, it wouldn't be an issue, but the Bose just covers too well.

I also prefer stereo...the Bose is mono, unless you want to spring for two of them...but that is more than a bit costly.

The Bose is a great unit, but as it has been said, not for all situations.

Ian