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Reviews report that it works great as a Front of House loudspeaker for small to medium size venues, covering different musical styles. Page created in 0.129 seconds with 25 queries. !I bought 2 RCF and get compliments from QSC owners!!

The QSC K10.2 carries the same features as its smaller sibling, the K8.2, with the main difference being the use of a slightly bigger woofer giving it a bit more bass and volume. There are plenty of reports of it working great with hip hop music and other genres that require enhanced low frequencies. This makes it ideal for performers who have to carry their own PA equipment.

Submitted by Jason Horton on Sep. 9, 2020. *Notes: Gearank = Rating score out of 100. Excellent and impressive are just two of the many positive adjectives that owners use to describe the QSC CP8. Things to consider- Do they sound good. These all add up to a cleaner, tighter sound and even better long term reliability. The alto is $200 to $250. It also gets a thumbs up from guitarists, keyboardists, bassists, vocalists and other musicians who describe it as a full sounding speaker. Impressed owners range from sound technicians, musicians, event organizers and even DJs, all of whom describe it to be much better than their previous speakers.

It impresses users with how it balances projection, frequency handling and sound clarity, a trait that works well with all PA system applications - from music performances to speeches. At the current time our only source of revenue is from the retailers we link to - at the moment that includes Sweetwater and Amazon. There's a reason why so many users are giving the JBL SRX835P 5-star ratings - should be at the top of your list if you're looking for a solid fixed speaker for a medium to big size venue. It's also popular to use as a floor monitor or as a keyboard/instrument amplifier. Submitted by George (not verified) on Jun. Boycott speaker/amp companies that refuse to publish their continuous/RMS ratings!! Overall Submitted by Dj Salsomano G (not verified) on Jan. 5, 2018. QSC also adds a bit more power to the LF driver, which means a bit more low-end emphasis, which helps its small 8" speaker to sound fuller. Today we removed the following speaker due to a lack of availability: Yamaha DXR12.

Incorporating 950+ ratings and reviews. Experienced users also commend its reliability and how it sounds great even when used for long periods. The electrovoice powered speakers are really good. Not a lot of stress on them, classic rock with only a little kick and floor tom for the drummer. If I had to play only for people who liked the music because they heard it on the radio, it wouldn't make me happy. If there is not you guys should do one, thanks. RCF may be out of bounce, but there are others more affordable. We earn advertising fees from: If you run everything flat using Shute mics you will have zero feedback and it Weill sound fine. The K10.2 features a 2000 Watt Class D amplifier paired with a 10" speaker, but what really sets it apart is its built-in DSP, which can be utilized to fine-tune the sound of the speaker - to better fit its intended sound source or venue. The KW153 is another one of QSC's top rated products, enjoying perfect ratings at almost all major retailers. Finally, all these features are packed inside a traditional and robust plywood enclosure. Just reposting this for reference). Having powered speakers also allows for better scaling should you want to expand to having line arrays, multiple subs and monitors, etc. Back in the day, usually used some sort of tri'amp system, in stereo. There's still so much more from this though such as speaker cables, mics and whatnot but I think this is enough information to get you up to speed for now. To get an understanding of our methods please read How Gearank Works. Coming in at 27.1 pounds, the speakers are relatively easy to move around too. Cons It seems that times have indeed changed over the last few decades as many sound system providers have made the jump towards powered (active) speakers and subwoofers.

Technicians also find the sound to be ideal for public speech applications, just as well as for singing. Given its smaller 8" speaker, some users feel that the low end is lacking despite the specifications. The premium sound, build quality, and long term durability makes it an ideal speaker for high-end permanent installations. Site Hosted By Ashdown Technologies, Inc. Hello David Williams Submitted by Peter Houtman (not verified) on Feb. 28, 2017. I plugged back into the first speaker to double check and the problem was still there!?

What's important is you have enough channels for all input sources.

97 out of 100.

This makes it an equally capable floor monitor or keyboard amplifier. Good to know, I haven't bought anything yet, still thinking about it, the K10's that are offered are said to work well, but they look like they've been dragged through hell and I would need to road trip to go get them, so I'm still thinking, also asking a local store what the warranty looks like on a new pair of TS210's, they still have some in stock at a small discount because the TS310 is replacing it.

98 out of 100. The impact put a hole through the Alto case. Submitted by Andy (not verified) on Oct. 13, 2016.

It features "Wide-Z" technology that allows it to handle different types of sound sources directly, including mics, line-level signals and instruments with high impedance such as guitar. But looking at behringer b112d, and not too concerned about quality of sound, don't really know how much potential loudness would suffer (quoted EPL only 113db, much lower than the others on the list). 97 out of 100. The general rule is that higher the max SPL rating, the more space is covered by the speaker. Don't know if they'll fit in that range. Submitted by Jason Horton on Nov. 29, 2016. Ive accidentally forgotten to turn down the output from the mic position to the line position a during a sound check. User reviews range from the speakers being used as mains, floor wedges and instrument amplifiers, showcasing the CP12's versatility. Overall Overall Have you guys run into the "Protect Mode 4" issue on newer QSC K's? It's also worth mentioning that it has 4 application-specific speaker modes: music, live, monitor and sub. If you're looking for a great sounding speaker that can be used for both FOH and as a stage monitor, then get the QSC K8.2. The speaker flew from its position and hit the TOP of the rear door putting a sizeable dent in it then fell to the floor. Overall

In particular, the CVA-28, the CV P1000X and CV P1500X. 27, 2021. 11, 2022.

Clearly, QSC's premium quality shows as many users note that this is one of the best speakers in the market today. TIA, in letting me know if there's a Powered Pole System that will meet the above needs shared.

If versatility and projection are your priorities at this price point, the QSC CP8 is tough to beat. 15, 2021. I tried the mic in the other input and the same issue. Absolutely love my Yamaha DBR10s. It has rudimentary bass/treble controls but lacks the custom DSP modes of other models. Incorporating 550+ ratings and reviews. Cons On the other hand, medium sized venues include enclosed auditoriums, churches, small gardens, and other venues that have a head count of less than 500.

Incorporating 125+ ratings and reviews. It sounded like there was no sound coming from the woofer and just the horn.

The DBR10 continues to rake in positive reviews from DJs, musicians, sound engineers and many more. Despite it's remarkable performance for the price this is a still a budget level speaker and higher range speakers are likely to sound better. It has two XLR/Line inputs with only one being capable of being used as an input for Mic level signals. Submitted by Marco Time (not verified) on Apr.

I know that this is not a comment about sound but reliability would also tend to be a factor if I were considering these boxes. How do the Martin speakers rate? You always have to do the right thing, but that's not enough. What about the Yamaha DBR12 under $500? Overall

I've been an audio engineer for 20 years specializing in rock and metal recordings, and also I play guitar and produce original music for my band and other content creators. Gone are the days of large racks of power amplifiers for even the smallest of venues. Incorporating 175+ ratings and reviews. Submitted by Steve R (not verified) on Nov. 1, 2016.

If you plan on eventually expanding your setup, go for a mixer with more inputs than what you currently need. They get used for a lot of varied jobs as wedge monitors, bass amp, keyboard amp and FOH for smaller gigs. Note that there have been instances of it being erroneously listed as having a 3-channel mixer. Submitted by Mike (not verified) on Jul. Pros so the deal fell through for the 8's unfortunately, at least that solves a dilemma, but there's a new one!

Owners of medium and large venues that use them as "delay speakers" to extend the reach of the sound system note their long term reliability makes them a good pick for permanent installations. I get regular comments from other colleagues saying how good they sound.

I would personally recommend it to small to medium venues that need a clear sounding speaker with good headroom and can handle more aggressive styles of vocals. Cons The lightweight housing does leave some doubts about it's ruggedness. The versatility also allowed the venue to use the same unit for their monitors. The sound coming out was horrendously distorting and I thought that I had blown them. Just curious as to how/why EAW (Eastern Acoustic Works) speakers never seem to make it into your ratings. Is there a Gearank comparison of 3 way powered pa speakers? Put simply the B112D delivers the essentials well, offering clarity with volume and a pretty respectable level of bass - enough for a pair of them to handle front of house duties in moderately sized spaces.

Submitted by Jason Horton on Jun. An overview of this is explained in How Gearank Works. Not what you want to happen on gigs. On the other hand, sound techs appreciate how it can work with various venues and applications. They describe the speaker as being clear and loud, and many of those that switched to the K10.2 report a big increase in sound quality compared to their previous speaker. Click here to login, The ability to reply to and create new discussions, Access to members-only giveaways & competitions, Interact with VIP industry experts in our guest Q&As, Access to members-only sub forum discussions, Get INSTANT ACCESS to the world's best private pro audio, Promote your eBay auctions and Reverb.com listings for free. This is a real problem for a lot of people with appropriate signal in, gain at noon and ambient room temps, these things randomly turn off and require a reset procedure (that involves letting it play a 100Hz tone). Its near 100% rating shows just how well received the QSC KW153 is, with sound quality at high volume being its edge over others. Another cause of concern is its ABS plastic exterior which some report to be prone to scratches, so proper handling when moving and setting up is advised. Get it if you want a great 10" speaker that's loud and portable.

I also agree with the other posts, you did not even consider JBL and they have the best Mids and Highs, plus value. Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Dec. 15, 2020. In fact last year we removed all banner and display advertising (we were using AdSense) from this website. Cons Noticed that the Mackie SRM V-Class speakers have not been rated yet. The QSC CP8 is a great entry point into the QSC's brand of premium pro audio quality sound reinforcement. Owners are also pleased at how solid the cabinet and overall workmanship is. The 10s had a more balanced voicing and sounded tighter. As has been pointed out previously in this discussion, no manufacturers, including QSC, have paid any money or provided any benefit of any kind to us for anything we have done on Gearank.com. So, with no stores in my area to compare pa systems, I'm curious

Incorporating 325+ ratings and reviews. I'd be extremely surprised if any speaker would survive this without some damage. Budget speakers don't always deliver but the Behringer Eurolive B112D garners enough praise from new adopters and old critics alike to make it to the top of our budget picks. Positioning it properly away from solid walls can help address any harshness.

Submitted by Joe (not verified) on Oct. 4, 2019. The reason they have not appeared to date, and haven't even made it onto any of our short-lists, is because they're not widely available from US based retailers so they don't have enough people rating and reviewing them for us to confidently rate and recommend them. Also, they are very reliable.

The Behringer Eurolive B112D is a popular powered speaker that shows that being affordable doesn't always mean compromising on quality. Alto TX15? Submitted by Jason Horton on Aug. 28, 2019. Submitted by Jason Horton on Dec. 26, 2016. 24, 2018. Most 2 way speakers with just a tweeter and woofer tend to sound more muffled at lower volumes. The Yamaha DBR10 represents great value at the sub-$500 range. All these speakers are driven by a DSP equipped 2000W built-in amplifier, which produces the clean and detailed sound that is expected from QSC speakers. Pros I have some real nice powered speakers but am not seeing the samson brand is that not good in ratings? Speaker and amplifier technology has come an incredibly long way in the past 30 years. Publication of our May 2021 Edition resulted in the following speakers coming off the recommended list above, but you can still see our analysis of them: Submitted by EricDano (not verified) on May. Alto TS310/Yamaha DBR10 vs. DXR8s for live band. You missed all the Cerwin Vega models. BTW you can look up all Samson products we've rated by going to the Music Gear Database. Having a small speaker means that low end and projection is limited, however, this is not as much of a compromise for speech and acoustic guitar. ESPECIALLY in price/performance comparison! Compared to the CP series, The K series adds premium speakers, DSP and cooling. I did not find them in the database either, just the Dark Matter 112.

As a result of our August 2019 update the following speakers came off our recommended list - but you can still read our analysis of them: Submitted by joe (not verified) on Oct. 17, 2018. An influx of positive reviews over the years has boosted the B112D's popularity with audio enthusiasts and sound reinforcement pros. Submitted by Jason Horton on Apr.

The Peavey RBN 112 has never made it onto our short-list for this guide over several major updates, mainly due to a lack of popularity rather than its ratings, however I've published our rating of it today for all to see: Peavey RBN 112. 25, 2018. Submitted by Alexander Briones on Oct. 13, 2016. Incorporating 325+ ratings and reviews. I have had to get one of the TS112a's repaired but I wouldn't say it was down to the Altos being badly made. Usually consisting of either: 2" high horns, 12" speaker mids, & 18" lows/subs(or some similar combo), w/a separate rack of amps to push the spkrs. The Mackie Thump 15A is a great pick for those looking for a powered speaker with enhanced bass. Sound Reinforcement - Forums for Live Sound Professionals - Your Displayed Name Must Be Your Real Full Name To Post In The Live Sound Forums, Topic: Yamaha DBR VS Alto Truesonic? So.. Create a username and password below and an account will be created and your post entered.

If you're looking for a compact but capable speaker with multiple uses like mains, monitors or instrument amplification, the QSC CP12 is a good, versatile choice. Submitted by David Williams (not verified) on Dec. 3, 2020. Recently purchased one of these (SRM210) and have been very impressed with the sound and functionality. The 5" and 8" series are widely regarded among the best if not the best in their class. Despite its smaller 8" LF driver compared to most in this price range, the bass is actually present enough to have a full range sound.

If you're looking for a premium quality 10" powered PA speaker that's still reasonably portable, then check out the QSC K10.2. I had both Alto (InMusic group) and the store I bought my TS110a test it for the fault I had and neither can find a problem with the speaker!? https://m.facebook.com/501898166639804780404/?_rdr, Already have an account? Many were impressed by how loud the DBR10 is, especially when considering its weight and size.

The newer "modular?" For mixers, any mixing console can do. They have been knocked over a few times but no major impacts. Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 20, 2017. You forgot to mention that the ALTO BLACK 15 is also wireless (great feature for weddings). Submitted by Jason Horton on Apr. You have a job where people have to trust you. The speakers are able to handle a packed small venue with just two units. with these newer 'Powered' Pole systems, which make & model is the Best Bang for the Buck, that will compete, meet, or, if possible, exceed the Full Wall of Sound produced from the older Passive Spkr systems ? Please note, if you are a returning djforums member from prior to 2012 (end of the mayan calendar) and have not yet re-registered, you will need to re-register to the site for 2.0. http://usa.yamaha.com/products/live_es#tab=feature, http://www.altoproaudio.com/download_SpecSheet.pdf, http://www.calimaro.com.br/alto-professional.html, https://www.ptxstore.com/akaipro/pro093881fe671c74, https://www.facebook.com/DJRiddims?ref=hl. Publication of our March 2022 Edition resulted in the following speakers coming off the recommended list above, but you can still see our analysis of them: Submitted by Michael J Scarione (not verified) on Dec. 6, 2021. For more information about our methods see How Gearank Works. Pros Has anyone on here been able to compare the new Yamaha DBR range to the Alto Truesonic range?

Do note that only one of the channels is capable of running at mic level gain and the aux channel gain is shared with line level at input 1. I was wondering when someone would ask us about EAW - it looks like you're the first! Submitted by Ike (not verified) on Feb. 20, 2017. After about a 2.5+ decade hiatus of music involvement (bands & sound engineering), recently been helping some old friends; so, kinda getting back into it. 96 out of 100.

The singer in our band bought a couple of the Alto TS112s a few days ago and we used them this weekend for a couple of small pub gigs. 31, 2022. They were using the 12" models as monitor wedges and I was impressed. That means there is no possibility of us receiving money even indirectly from those companies via Google/AdSense.

It shines best at acoustic performance venues where detail is favored over loudness. And surprisingly, even DJs love it because it works great with sub woofers. Pros Achieving almost perfect ratings across multiple retailers is no mean feat, but the SRX835 gets it done, and should continue to do so for a long time, judging by its ever growing number of 5-star ratings. Overall Special features include Behringer's Ultralink wireless system compatibility, 2-layer speaker protection limiters and a large HF driver waveguide for dispersion. They just are great sounding. Cons Yup, one company rated their speaker as 2,000 watts peak and 200 continuous!

Due to its size, it is often utilized as a floor monitor to great success, as reported by saxophonists, guitarists and other musicians. Yamaha DXR15s - KX Audio (KV2) KX12s - RCF Art 310As - Yamaha DXR8s - Yamaha DXS12 subs (X2) - Wharfedale Titan 12A - Yamaha MG12/4 - Yorkville PGM8 - Peavey PV10 - Shure cordless - Stanton CD player - Sony Minidisc decks - LED lights - AMDJ dual SD player.

Cons I have Yamaha dbr10 and it is brilliant. Mackie is well known for their affordable speakers with good low-end thump, so it's not surprising to see the Thump15A rating highly for its bass response. Nirvana! Submitted by Brian Dennis (not verified) on May.

Alto Professional TX15: https://www.gearank.com/gear/alto-professional-tx15. Pros So a good starter system for a small venue would be 2 powered mains, 2 powered floor wedges, a subwoofer and a mixing console. 25, 2018. The negative comments about JBL are hilarious. Cons I am puzzled why they dont show up often on the best of reviews. We've also included a highly rated affordable option for those who are working with strict budgets.

I worked at the same club about a month ago and out of 5 wedges they had purchased only 3 were still working.

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