Bose ShowMatch System

The Bose ShowMatch System is Bose’s flagship modular line array solution, engineered to bring premium live sound reinforcement to mid-size venues, theatres, and touring productions. It leverages compact, rotatable line array modules that utilize Bose’s proprietary waveguide and Constant Coverage vertical dispersion technology. Each module is designed for fast setup and teardown with rigging that allows for quick adjustment of angles and directionality. A single column of ShowMatch cabinets can offer clear, consistent coverage over a large audience area, and the ability to rotate each cabinet 100° in either direction enables precise acoustic steering—optimizing clarity and minimizing unwanted reflections. This flexibility allows sound engineers to dial in tight coverage patterns or expand the dispersion footprint with ease.

Inside each ShowMatch module, dual 6.5-inch woofers are paired with 1-inch exit compression drivers and an innovative acoustic lens waveguide. The system is powered by external amplifiers fitted with Bose’s proprietary digital signal processing (DSP). Bose provides a comprehensive software package that allows exact tuning of the system for delay, EQ, and cardioid behavior. Users can also program complex arrays, including flown and ground-stacked configurations, and simulate performance using Bose’s modeling tools—enabling accurate predictions during pre-production. When suitable subwoofers are deployed—such as Bose’s MB210 sub or the new PowerMatch subwoofers—the system delivers a tight and impactful low-frequency response that complements the high-end clarity and punch of the modules.

Real-world professionals appreciate the ShowMatch for its combination of sonic quality, adaptability, and user-friendliness. Its fast deployment rigging system and durable construction are valuable on touring routes and in environments where speed is critical. The waveguide technology delivers even vertical coverage and coherent speech intelligibility—making it ideal for live music, spoken-word events, and broadcast scenarios. Adjusting the array’s aim and shape is remarkably intuitive, allowing for flexible adaptation to different venues. The system is scalable—from small arrays utilizing a few modules for intimate spaces to larger flown arrays suitable for arenas and auditoriums.

In summary, the Bose ShowMatch System offers a refined blend of modular design, acoustic control, and processing flexibility. With Bose’s tuning software and rotatable waveguide technology, it enables fast setup, adaptable coverage, and precise system alignment. Whether touring with live acts, outfitting a dedicated performance space, or managing broadcast audio, ShowMatch delivers a premium listening experience through its thoughtfully engineered, scalable architecture and robust mechanical infrastructure.