Playing with one column and stereo images with MAUI is not a problem. All MAUI systems have two inputs on the mixer and connect L and R from the keyboard. One columne reproduces the stereo signal. The sound impression is not exactly the same as when played on two column, but at least the stereo signal is not lost.
The BOSE systems mentioned in the topic have only one input and we can only connect a MONO signal from the keyboard (MAIN L + L / R) to it. The RCF EVOX J8 / Jmix8 or Yamaha STAGEPAS 1K models have the same "problem".
When only an acoustic guitar or piano is played, this may not be a problem. But if we play on an arranger like the PSR SX, then we should know that the MONO signal can never sound as good as STEREO because we have panoramas on the accompaniment channels, panoramas on the DRUM elements and finally, there are stereo effects on the keyboard that are useless in the MONO.
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It is very impressive the difference of sound quality when setting mono/stereo as you show in the video. Does LD show that in the user manual?
Have you also tested smaller LD? No good enough?
Ciao,
Angelo
The user manual describes how to properly connect a STEREO signal to only one column. The problem is that people don’t read the instructions so they misunderstand the MONO and STEREO status I showed in the video.
I also tested a smaller version, MAUI 11 G2 and the sound quality is quite similar to version 28. The only important difference is the power so I could recommend it for all those who play up to a maximum of 100 people. Given the price, it is better to buy two MAUI 11s than one MAUI 28.
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I would like to give advice to all those who are in a dilemma. The only real test of what is best can only make your ear and your impression. Let them combine two different brands at the same time in the store. Listen for the difference in sound and amplify a little above what is pleasing to your ear. Then you can better hear which product is of better quality.
And don’t get confused because sometimes a twice as cheap product can sound better than one that is more expensive.