With much trepidation, I bought a Classic in 2003 and at that time continued to use the Barbettas for smaller venues until I replaced the Barbettas with the Compact. I use the Compact for my restaurant gigs, the L1 Model1 + a B1 for larger venues, and as I did this past weekend for the Margarita Festival, I used the Compact/T1 on stage with me, and the L1M1+ two B1’s in front of the stage. I continue to be very happy with the Bose equipment.
Ciao,
Jerry