I think the post simply shows that for the perfect type of gig, the Bose's are the perfect PA. Things might have been different if the owner wanted LOUD at the dancefloor and quiet in the back of the room, though.

I have to admit, for churches, with long, narrow (usually) coverage and the need for even volume from front to back, I can't think of a better system.

I think this forum divides into two camps. Those that do loud dance and bar music, and those that do quieter, background (or at least, not in your face) entertaining. The Bose's are a great PA (although expensive) for the latter. But not so much for the former...

The hard part seems to be getting some diehard Bose fans to admit that there MIGHT be a type of venue that the Bose DON'T provide the best solution. I would expect because they rarely if ever get to play those gigs where they DO need loud and proud at the front, and quiet at the back...

I can easily envision a situation where the Bose would be best. Why do they have so much problem envisioning a situation where they AREN'T?