
Bose 840917-1100 Sub 2 Powered Bass Module
Bose Sub 2: compact powered subwoofer with a unique RaceTrack driver that delivers 15-inch woofer performance in a portable format.
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Overview
Key Features
Powerful Subwoofer - The Bose Sub2 adds powerful bass to virtually any portable PA system with low-end range down to 37 Hz.
Portable design - Compact design with small footprint. Features unique 10” × 18” high-excursion RaceTrack driver; performance rivals a traditioanl conventional 15” woofer.
Add more bass with multiple subwoofers - Stack multiple Sub2 subwoofers for even more bass. Enable Cardioid Mode for focused, directional bass performance that directs bass out front and reduces feedback.
Pair with Bose PAs and other powered loudspeakers - Combines seamlessly with Bose L1 Pro32 portable line array via proprietary SubMatch cable. Pair with other powered loudspeakers via line input and output with selectable crossover modes.
Easy to use - Easily adjust subwoofer volume with independent sub level control knob to get more bass when you need it, and less when you don’t.
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- RaceTrack driver delivers bass performance comparable to a conventional 15-inch woofer in a significantly smaller enclosure
- Frequency response reaching down to 37 Hz provides deep, impactful low end for live music and DJ applications
- Selectable crossover modes and line input/output make it compatible with virtually any powered PA system
- Independent sub level control allows quick bass adjustments without accessing the main mixer
- Cardioid Mode option when stacking multiple units reduces onstage low-frequency buildup and feedback
👎 Cons
- Substantial weight and size still require careful transport planning despite the compact-for-its-class design
- SubMatch cable for Bose L1 Pro integration is proprietary, limiting seamless system pairing to Bose ecosystems
- Premium price point places it well above many competing portable subwoofers
- No built-in DSP presets for room correction or automatic EQ adjustment
- Does not include a protective cover or carrying case