Quick answer: You can hear BassBoss speakers in person at the Hollywood DJ warehouse, 934 E 11th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021. We keep BassBoss tops, subwoofers, and line array modules on display and powered up, which makes us one of the few places in Southern California where you can actually listen to these systems before you buy. Call 800-700-4542 to book a listening session, or browse the full BassBoss collection.
At some point, every serious DJ, club owner, and event producer runs into the same wall: the spec sheet stops telling you anything useful. Two subwoofers can list nearly identical numbers and sound nothing alike at 2 a.m. on a packed floor. When a single cabinet costs as much as a used car, you do not want to find out what it really sounds like after the freight truck leaves. That is exactly why we put BassBoss on our demo floor in downtown Los Angeles.
Why you should hear a system like this before you buy
BassBoss builds premium, fully powered loudspeakers and subwoofers, hand-built in Austin, Texas, with amplification and DSP processing tuned to each cabinet by designer David Lee. The whole point of the brand is what it does to a room: effortless headroom, low end you feel in your chest without mud, and vocals that stay clear at full tilt. None of that comes through on a YouTube video played on laptop speakers.
Most BassBoss gear in Southern California gets bought sight unseen online. We think that is backwards. Our warehouse is set up so you can stand in front of the actual cabinets, play your own music, and compare models side by side before you commit. Ten minutes of listening answers questions that weeks of forum reading cannot.
What is on the demo floor in Los Angeles
Hollywood DJ is an authorized BassBoss dealer, and we stock the range from the compact SV9 all the way up to the flagship 21-inch subs. Here is the current lineup you can listen to and order:
| Category | Model | What it is | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tops & mains | SV9 MK3 | 9" powered micro main, huge output for its size | $1,595 |
| DIAMON MK3 | Lightweight 12" coaxial point source | $2,795 | |
| DV12 MK3 | 12" two-way bi-amplified top | $3,495 | |
| AT212 MK3 / AT312 MK3 | High-efficiency dual and triple 12" powered tops | $4,995 / $5,495 | |
| KRAKATOA MK3 | 7,500-watt full-range flagship loudspeaker | $17,995 | |
| Subwoofers | DJ18S MK3 | Single 18" active sub, the mobile DJ favorite | $3,495 |
| VS21 MK3 | Single 21" powered sub | $4,995 | |
| SSP218 MK3 / ZV28 MK3 | Dual 18" active subs | $5,995 | |
| MAKARA DBL21 MK3 | Dual 21" powered sub, 5,000 watts | $7,995 | |
| KRAKEN MK3 | The flagship 21" subwoofer | $17,995 | |
| Systems | MFLA MK3 | 12" powered line array module, flyable | $6,995 |
| SUBLIM8 MK3 | Column system over an 18" sub, black or white | $7,995 | |
| CCM12 MK3 | 12" coaxial stage monitor, 1,200 watts | $2,295 |
Every model above is fully powered with onboard DSP already dialed in, so there are no amp racks or external processors to buy, match, or tune. Matching wheel carts and rigging accessories are available for nearly every cabinet.
Which BassBoss setup fits the work you do
High-end mobile DJs and private events
A pair of SV9s over a DJ18S is the classic one-person rig: it fits in an SUV and embarrasses systems three times its size. For upscale weddings and estate events where the gear has to look as good as it sounds, the SUBLIM8 in white disappears into the decor while covering a full reception.
Nightclubs, bars, and venue installs
AT212 or AT312 tops over ZV28 or SSP218 subs deliver club-level SPL night after night without a processing rack behind the bar. If your room lives on low end, this is where the KRAKEN earns its reputation.
Event production and festival work
The MFLA line array flies or ground-stacks over VS21 or MAKARA subs for outdoor stages and larger rooms, and because every box is self-powered, your amp world is the cabinets themselves.
What a demo at Hollywood DJ looks like
Bring the music you actually play. A phone, a USB stick, or a laptop all work. We will power up the cabinets you are considering, let you A/B them against each other and against other brands on our floor, and talk honestly about coverage, transport, rigging, and what your specific rooms and gigs need. No pressure, no scripted pitch. If a smaller rig covers your work, we will tell you.
We are located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles at 934 E 11th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021, minutes from the 10 freeway. Demos are best by appointment so we can have the right cabinets staged and warmed up: call 800-700-4542 and ask for a BassBoss listening session. Financing options are available, and we can arrange local pickup or delivery anywhere in the LA area as well as shipping nationwide.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I hear BassBoss speakers in Los Angeles?
At the Hollywood DJ warehouse, 934 E 11th St, Los Angeles, CA 90021. We keep BassBoss demo units on display and powered up, and we are one of the few dealers in Southern California where you can audition them in person. Call 800-700-4542 to schedule a session.
Do BassBoss speakers need a separate amplifier or processor?
No. Every BassBoss loudspeaker and subwoofer is fully powered with onboard amplification and DSP that is factory-tuned to that exact cabinet. You connect signal and power, and the system is ready.
Are BassBoss speakers worth the price?
For working professionals, the value shows up in headroom, reliability, and how few boxes you need. Many buyers replace a larger rig of mid-tier cabinets with a smaller BassBoss system. The best way to judge is to listen, which is exactly why we keep them on our demo floor.
Can I bring my own music to a demo?
Yes, and we encourage it. Judging a system with the tracks you actually perform with tells you far more than any demo playlist.
Does Hollywood DJ deliver BassBoss systems in Los Angeles?
Yes. We offer local pickup at the warehouse, delivery throughout the Los Angeles area, and nationwide shipping. Financing options are available on qualifying orders.