Bose Professional ShowMatch SM5 DeltaQ Array Loudspeaker (Each)

The Bose Professional ShowMatch SM5 is a full-range DeltaQ array loudspeaker module designed for high-performance sound reinforcement in large-scale venues. It provides 5° nominal vertical coverage and includes field-changeable waveguides that allow installers to select 70° or 100° horizontal coverage for precise system tuning.

This two-way array module requires external power amplification and DSP processing to deliver full-range audio performance from 59 Hz to 18,000 Hz. DeltaQ technology enables variable directivity across the array, improving vocal clarity, coverage consistency, and overall system efficiency while reducing the number of required modules.

The SM5 features a compact yet tour-ready enclosure with integrated quick-pin rigging for fast deployment in portable or permanent installations. Adjustable rigging angles and removable side rigging guards allow flexible configuration for long-throw applications and clean visual integration in installed systems.

Key Features

• DeltaQ Array Technology: Variable directivity for consistent coverage and reduced array size
• Field-Changeable Waveguides: Includes 70° and 100° horizontal coverage options; optional 55° available
• High Output Performance: Peak array output up to 145 dB SPL
• Adjustable Rigging Angles: 0° to 5° splay adjustment in 1° increments
• Quick-Pin Rigging System: Supports fast setup with up to 24 modules and a 10:1 safety factor
• Tour and Install Ready: Removable rigging guards double as handles for portable use

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Full-range DeltaQ array loudspeaker module

Application
Professional sound reinforcement

Coverage, Vertical
5°

Coverage, Horizontal
70° (100° waveguides included; optional 55°)

Frequency Range (-10 dB)
59 Hz – 18,000 Hz

Calculated Maximum SPL @ 1 m
121 dB LF / 127 dB HF continuous
127 dB LF / 133 dB HF peak

Nominal Impedance
8 Ω (low frequency)
6 Ω (high frequency)

Power Handling, Long-Term Continuous
450 W (low frequency)
100 W (high frequency)

Power Handling, Peak
1800 W (low frequency)
400 W (high frequency)

Sensitivity (SPL/1 W @ 1 m)
94 dB (low frequency)
107 dB (high frequency)

Crossover
750 Hz, acoustic (requires active 2-way DSP crossover)

High-Frequency Transducers
4 × Bose Professional EMB2S neodymium compression drivers, 2 in voice coil

Low-Frequency Transducers
2 × Bose Professional SM8 neodymium 8 in woofers, 3 in voice coil

Enclosure Material
Baltic birch plywood

Grille
16-gauge perforated steel, powder-coated

Suspension / Mounting
3-point quick-pin rigging

Color
Black

Product Dimensions (H × W × D)
270 × 793 × 467 mm
10.6 × 31.2 × 18.4 in

Net Weight
67.5 lbs(30.6 kg)
Warranty
5 years

What's in the Box

(1) ShowMatch SM5 DeltaQ Array Loudspeaker Module
(2) 100° Waveguide Panels
(1) Installation Guide