i know i know this has been posted a 100 times but i need help buying a speaker for a mobile set up using a numark ns7fx i prefer powered for easy in and out but will listen to every ones input...my budget is $1100 and i dont need a subwoofer right away so let me know what would be the best bang for my dollar and why if you have had experience with them thanks
Need help choosing a speaker...
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You will get many replies are there are DJs. Each one will tell you what they use is the best. I will share with you some facts which you can use to make your determination.
Powered Speakers:
If you intend to wear your speakers like Headphones you may want to invest in these. My reason for that statement is that you have to run two cables to each speaker, one for AC Power and the other for Signal. If you spread them apart then of course you will need to run the two cables or at least the Signal Cable and then look for a nearby AC outlet. The clip lights....if your speaker has clip lights and they are far from you then you may not have the ability to see the clip lights. Powered speakers tend to be heavier than their passive counterparts because they have amps onboard. You are limited in the configurations you can make. For instance its not easy to configure a custom three way system using powered speakers because they already have crossovers onboard and you wil be limited by those parameters.
Passive Speakers:
It is easier to mix and match passive cabinets and amps. You also can purchase an amp with ample headroom to ensure that you have effortless sound. It is much easier to spread out your speakers where they will sound better without having to worry about clip lights. You can customize two, three and four way setups easier with passives as the customized signals will first go to the amp which in turn will power the speaker with that given frequency range.
There are a lot of good Brands out there for both Powered as well as Passive speakers. EV, JBL, QSC, Peavey, RCF, EAW, Mackie, Community, Dynacord, etc. Whatever you buy, make sure it is adequate for the job. Don't expect a speaker system designed for two hundred people to fill a Gym with sound holding 500 people. Effortless sound is the key.
im sure what ill be needing would be for no more than 300 people not trying to do any big venues...
My most recent speaker purchase was the EV- ELX 115p. For the money I love them. Very good sound from the wood enclosure. Not too heavy. As with any wood box, get speaker bags! I got my custom stictched with my company logo.....looks sharp. The low end is pretty good, but I do use a 12" powered sub at times....depending on the situation. The highs are clear but can be a little overpowering at some times, but nothing a keen ear and some board adjustments can't dial in.
I'd vote for the ELX 115P's...... i'm sure you can get a great deal on a pair.
I'd vote for the ELX 115P's...... i'm sure you can get a great deal on a pair.
I suggest that you get out to a store or a local trade show where you can listen to speakers side by side with your own ears rather than relying on other people's opinions. Using your own ears allows you to judge if they sound good, or have peaks that need EQ to flatten out and tell you if they have decent bass response without a sub. I also suggest that you also check resale values or all speakers that you plan to purchase. Buying a $500 store brand speaker, finding out you don't like it, then finding out it has a poor resale value will hurt much more than buying a $500 repsected name brand speaker which has a very good resale value relieving some pressure on not hearing it first.
i think i will narrow it down to the ev's the carvins and the rcf the only thing i am unsure of is to get 12's or 15's i will be adding a subwoofer later on also anybody have any feedback on these three speakers are far as the best bang for my buck...or just the better speaker...where is the best place to order online...???
I have the ELX112p and 2 sets of Carvins (12s and 15s) powered by Peavey IPR3000 amps. Hands down, the passives are less stress and worry on my part and IMHO they sound better than the powered cabs do. BTW, I do recommend using subs in either config, always.
I have 3 systems: Powered - EV Live X 12"s with a 18" sub. A Turbosound Passive with 12" tops and 18" subs, and a JBL Jrx Dual 15"s, Eon Passive 15" monitors and 18" subs.
They all serve their purpose. The EV the easiest to use. The Turbosound's definatly sound the best and The JBL's I don't care if they get blown up.
You have to find what right for you. There is no set of speakers other than EV Zx5's that will cover 300 people without a sub.
I would say go with the EV Live X, but don't expect to cover more than 100 - 150 people without a sub.
If you buy the Carvin's make sure you buy a stereo 31 band eq, you will need it.
They all serve their purpose. The EV the easiest to use. The Turbosound's definatly sound the best and The JBL's I don't care if they get blown up.
You have to find what right for you. There is no set of speakers other than EV Zx5's that will cover 300 people without a sub.
I would say go with the EV Live X, but don't expect to cover more than 100 - 150 people without a sub.
If you buy the Carvin's make sure you buy a stereo 31 band eq, you will need it.
thanks cam i have the jbl jrx 15s and 18s subwoofer dont care for the sound or the weight of these speakers but they were given to me so i use em when i have gigs but im trying to go a little on the light side so i will go to guitar center and check out the EVs and see how good they are thanks
You could give the Yorkeville NX55p out. it might be a little over your budget though but they will also be a little more speaker for that price
I totally disagree with Yorkville NX55p's they are really junky speakers. Just have terrible sound, lack level and go into limit super easy. I had a pair and hands down the EV Live X will blow them away.
the Yorkies were very power hungry in my opinion especially when paired up with my Italian Mackies.
Do you run an external equalizer? We've got the JBL SF15's (the generation before they were renamed JRX) and they sound very nice.
Ben at NLFX is a Sponsor and EV Dealer here on this Forum. Send him a PM and he will get you a good deal.
yeah i did it was a behringer still sound like crap to me i heard some yamahas that sounded way better but thats just my honest opinion mines are for sale if you want them ill let them go for dirt cheap