Quick speaker question...

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I'll probably grab the two 12s and an 18, and then in a few months I will grab a second 18. I am assuming that I will still need the crossover when running both subs, right?
 
Your 18's will come with built in crossovers here are the numbers.
the EV-quality experience within reach for artists, engineers, and live-sound businesses. ... cool-running 1000 W Class D amp; Biamped with 24 dB/octave crossover

detailed specs:

Case Material 9-ply, 15mm Plywood, Internally Braced, with Texured Paint
Color Black
Coverage (Nominal -6 dB) Omnidirectional
Nominal Impedance 8 ?
Power Rating 700 W
Speaker Type Subwoofer
Woofer Size 457.2 mm (18")
Frequency Response (-3 dB) 36 - 210 Hz
Frequency Response (-10 dB) 32 - 130 Hz
Internal Crossover Yes
Max. SPL/1m (calc) 125 dB
LF Transducer (1) EVS-18K, 457mm (18") Woofer
HF Transducer N/A
Crossover Frequency 100 Hz
Connector Type (1) XLR/TRS Combo Jack, (1) XLR Link Output
Grill 18GA Steel with Black Powdercoat
Height 661 mm (26.02")
Width 507 mm (19.96")
Depth 574 mm (22.6")
Weight Net 31.3 kg (69 lbs)
Shipping Weight 39.3 kg (86.64 lbs)
 
DBX makes some nice units. You can get a Driverack which has Crossover, EQ, Limiter all incorporated in one unit or you can get just a DBX Crossover.
 
Anytime you have subs and tops, you need a crossover somewhere to make sure each cabinet gets what it should. That can either be in the mixer (some have sub outs), in a separate box (either a crossover unit or a driverack type box), or in the speakers themselves, as some powered units (usually the subs) have internal crossovers. Which one you use depends a lot on the speakers you pick.

If you go with the same manufacturer, then the built in crossover (if it's there) will probably work. If you go with a different manufacturer's sub (and that's no problem and often done), the internal crossovers may have specs that might not mesh well with the other product, so an external one might be more appropriate as it would give more control over things. An electronic external crossover (like the dbx DriveRack PA+) will give you features that aren't in the manual external crossovers or the built-in ones, including delay and feedback reduction. Delay might be important if you go with a single sub, as normally they are placed away from tops and a delay to either the sub or the tops might help get the sound a little cleaner. Things to think about and research (or ask more questions about).
 
Ok, just ordered a pair of EV ELX112P's. They should be here Thursday. Thank you for the advice.

In a couple weeks I will order an 18" EV sub or two. :)

Rick
 
I am sure I will. I read and watched a lot of reviews. They all say the sound is great for the price. The only down side is that the wooden cases are not very road worthy (they get dinged up pretty easy) but I figure I could just cover them (carpet or DuraTex spray) if they get dinged up.
 
Sisco.

Can we get a budget?

Without it I would reccomend sit keeping those Peaveys for now and begin with a self powered sub. If the Peavey logo bugs you, take it off. Spend good money one time and get the new QSC KW Sub. Then when the money gets in (assuming you don't have it yet) add the DBX Driverack PA, and then replace the tops with QSC KW.

Adding a driverack should happen even if you have onboard processing in whatever you buy. They just make life easier so you can run all your amps wide open (passive or active) and adjust individual pieces of your PA with tighter control.
 
FYI - The EV Live X 18's have (1) XLR input connector. The 12's have 2. In order to sum L/R, they would have to come from the source already summed (or last device in the chain that can sum). Not sure why you'd use the 'boost' as I think you'd be overdriving then.

18" Controls:
XLR in, XLR out, volume knobby, EV Light on / off, normal / boost.

That's about it.
 
Sisco said:
I am sure I will. I read and watched a lot of reviews. They all say the sound is great for the price. The only down side is that the wooden cases are not very road worthy (they get dinged up pretty easy) but I figure I could just cover them (carpet or DuraTex spray) if they get dinged up.
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You can also get custom covers to transport them. I have always used them since 2002 and when I sold my Mackies they looked and performed as if they were new. My EV SXA 100's the same as well as my Dynacord system all in pristine shape I treat them with kid gloves even with the covers and they remain like new.
 
I'll have to order some covers for them. I baby everything. I still use a QSC 1804 (I actually typed the wrong model in my first post) that I purchased from a member here (T-bone maybe) 2 or 3 years ago and it is still in mint condition.
 
I just checked the tracking and my speakers, sub and stands will arrive today. :)
 
Sisco said:
I'll have to order some covers for them. I baby everything. I still use a QSC 1804 (I actually typed the wrong model in my first post) that I purchased from a member here (T-bone maybe) 2 or 3 years ago and it is still in mint condition.
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I buy my covers from Connie on eBay ( http://www.ebay.com/sch/connietom11...481&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&_trksid=p4340.l2562 ). The covers are made from shipping blankets sewn to fit with handle cutouts. The have served me well for many years.
 
steve, thanks. I bookmarked the link.

The sub just arrived! :) Just waiting on the speakers. The sub was shipped via fedex ground a day after the speakers, which were shipped fedex home delivery.
 
The speakers arrived. They sound much better than I thought they would. Can't wait to set them up in a larger place (as apposed to my livingroom.

Thanks for the suggestions.

Rick
 
Today is our 2 year anniversary.. we had a few friends over and broke in the setup. :) Everyone loved them. I am pleased with the purchase.
 
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