Can I use Bose 802 without controller?
Yes. You need the controller if you want any highs or lows out of the box. The design itself relies on extensive equalization.
What does a Bose controller do?
Hi – The Bose 502C Controller equalizes the speakers for optimum sound quality, and also provides a crossover.
How do I connect my Bose 802 Series 2 speakers?
Connect a second Bose 802 speaker to the same channel by inserting another quarter-inch cable into the “Out” port on the first Bose speaker. Then connect the opposite end of the cable into the “In” port on the second Bose speaker.
Are Bose 802 speakers weather resistant?
The Bose® 802 Series III loudspeaker is a 240-watt speaker designed for permanent installations and portable use in indoor and outdoor commercial applications. These materials optimize the weather resistance of the loud- speaker when it is installed outdoors.
Can I use Bose Solo without remote?
Your system can power on and off automatically without remote control. To have your system power on automatically when sound is present, see Turning auto-wake on or off. Your system will also power off automatically after 20 minutes without interaction.
What can I do with a Bose 802 series 2 loudspeaker?
Bose 802 Series II loudspeakers work with the 802C Series II systems controller for active equalization of the system. The 802 Series II loudspeaker is preferred for applications requiring a rugged, portable enclosure, but can be used in permanent indoor sound system installations.
What does the 802 series 2 system controller do?
The 802C Series II systems controller is a single-rack sized device. It is capable of providing crossover functions, active electronic equalization, and dual channel signal processing for both the 802 Series II loudspeakers and the 502®B or 502BP Acoustimass® enclosure.
How much does a Bose L1 Model II cost?
The L1 model II has great coverage but does not sound as good as these with a QSC PLX 1104 amp and Bose SP-24 controller. Plus you would need 2 L1 systems to get any type of stereo effect. At a cost of $5000 no thanks. I bought NOS for a fraction of that.
How much does it cost to get a Bose sound system?
With about a $300 DSP and maybe $200 of consulting time you could get someone to setup something like a Behringer DCX2496 to approximate the Bose curve. Now you’re at $1000+ to get $500 worth of sound that won’t be loud enough for your purposes. There ain’t any more blood in the turnip.