The Bose L-1 has Stereo inputs, but they are indeed summed to mono and run through the single channel power amps to one set of speakers.

Those who want true Stereo would have to incorporate 2 Bose L-1 systems to get it. This is indeed an expensive proposition, but does sound very nice.

Yes, it would be less expensive to go with a more standardized type of setup to yield rue stereo onstage, stereo output mixer with stereo power amp and dual speaker system.

That said, many people are quite happy with a single L-1 or L-1 Compact Bose system, trading off the difference of no Stereo output for the ease of obtaining great sound, no need for a monitoring system and portability that is next to none.


--Mac