I heard some Alto Truesonics at a club I was working at about 8 or 9 months ago. Has anyone on here been able to compare the new Yamaha DBR range to the Alto Truesonic range? 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.
Incorporating 550+ ratings and reviews. Alto TX15? I have no idea why RCF didn't make the cut!
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. Submitted by Burton Brown (not verified) on Feb. 22, 2017. The QSC CP12 is a compact powered loudspeaker designed with portability in mind. For a speaker with 10" woofer, the DBR10 is loud. 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. 97 out of 100. It also gets a thumbs up from guitarists, keyboardists, bassists, vocalists and other musicians who describe it as a full sounding speaker. 96 out of 100. To get you started, here are some of our published guides: Powered speakers (This guide.
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. Knowing what a speaker or amp can handle for a millisecond is absolutely useless.
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. It is often praised for its detailed sound, especially in the midrange, which is praised by guitarists and other musicians. Hello David Williams Alden Acosta: Product research.Jason Horton: Illustrating.Daniel Barnett: Editing. The impact put a hole through the Alto case. Clearly, QSC's premium quality shows as many users note that this is one of the best speakers in the market today. My personal experience with these speakers is from a local venue I set up sound for. The 10s had a more balanced voicing and sounded tighter. 26, 2018. And even a good quality 16 channel board is going to be half the size and weight on the old ones (and also better sound quality).
I have four electrovoice Elx 112ps for monitors and two Elx 115ps for mains coupled with a Yamaha digital mixer. In my brief experience working with a sound system rental service, a 1,000 capacity indoor venue used a combination of line array system speakers, tripod mounted delayed auxilliary speakers at the halfway mark of the venue and two to three subwoofers. I have three of the Altos TS112a I use mostly for monitors (a few SOS spoken word applications).
So, with no stores in my area to compare pa systems, I'm curious both of those series rank up there with QSCs ang EVs and mop the floor with JBL. Submitted by Mike (not verified) on Jul. So in conclusion which ones are better for a 400 ppl venue.
Positioning it properly away from solid walls can help address any harshness. However, if anyone wants to provide their thoughts on Bose F1 vs EVOX 12 here in the comments, they are certainly welcome to.
For more information about our methods see How Gearank Works. Hi. What about the Yamaha DBR12 under $500? Alto Professional TX15: https://www.gearank.com/gear/alto-professional-tx15. These factors include actual venue size, audience headcount, open air or enclosed, environmental noise, venue acoustics and many more.
7, 2017. The Martin Audio Blackline XP12 isn't widely available in the USA so it didn't meet the criteria to be short-listed for selection - that means we also haven't published a rating for it.
Developments in amplification have made them more compact and portable while increasing their power and efficiency. Can you possibly give me a rating and a recommendation if at all possible? An influx of positive reviews over the years has boosted the B112D's popularity with audio enthusiasts and sound reinforcement pros. I demoed the 12"Hd32amk4 against the qsc12k.2 Qsc got whooped!
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As a result of our December 2017 review of the Powered PA Speaker category we removed several items from this guide but you can still read about them: Submitted by Mark (not verified) on Jul. Further details: Things To Consider When Buying Powered PA Speakers, Methodology - How We Chose Which Speakers To Recommend, Highest Rated Powered PA Speaker Under $500, Highest Rated Powered PA Speaker Between $500 and $1000, Highest Rated Powered PA Speaker between $1000 and $2000, You can click here for the JBL and Cerwin Vega speakers, along with their Gearank scores, that made it to our short-list in the Music Gear Database, https://www.gearank.com/gear/yamaha-dbr12, https://www.gearank.com/gear/alto-professional-tx15, The Best Studio Mics For Vocals - $100 to $1000, The Best Microphones for Recording Acoustic Guitar - Small & Large Diaphragm, The Best Dynamic Microphones - Live & Recording, The Best Guitar Stands - Acoustic, Electric & Bass. I have Yamaha dbr10 and it is brilliant.
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Submitted by Jason Horton on Aug. 28, 2019.
Noticed that the Mackie SRM V-Class speakers have not been rated yet. I'm seriously considering something for my own future endeavors, &, could see the plus of not having to lug around a separate amp rack & saving some time from all the connections thereof.
Submitted by Paul (not verified) on Jan. 1, 2017. 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. It also requires quite an investment, but those who did invest are pleased with what they got for the money. Smaller events only need as much as 2 powered 12"/15" Main speakers and 1 subwoofer.
The newer "modular?" 7, 2020. Incorporating 125+ ratings and reviews. Submitted by Jason Horton on Jun.
Pros It has a peak wattage of 1000 W and a Max SPL of 126 dB; making it loud enough for small venues or medium size conference halls. The great thing about this system is that because the speakers are powered, you wouldn't have to worry too much about impedances and amplifier-speaker matching (though you do have to be aware of your system's current draw on your electrical line!). This configuration allows for better handling of lows, mids and highs even at high volume levels. I was hoping to see something about the Peavey RBN-112's with the ribbon tweeters.
Submitted by Jason Horton on Jun. Incorporating 325+ ratings and reviews. Submitted by Jason Horton on Apr. The three speakers built-into this unit are powered by dedicated Crown amps, all of which have a power rating that adds up to 2000 watts. Incorporating 175+ ratings and reviews. Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 20, 2017.
so the deal fell through for the 8's unfortunately, at least that solves a dilemma, but there's a new one! We have a range of guides related to PA systems which you will find helpful: Powered PA Speakers make setting up rehearsal spaces, venues or events with live sound easier.
For the price they are hard to beat. Most of the high ratings the Thump15A gets are from owners who are impressed with its bass response.
Recently purchased one of these (SRM210) and have been very impressed with the sound and functionality. Site Hosted By Ashdown Technologies, Inc.
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. On the other hand, sound techs appreciate how it can work with various venues and applications. The Bose F1 or the QSC 12K2 or the RCF evox 12? Alto TS310/Yamaha DBR10 vs. DXR8s for live band. Overall 98 out of 100. Submitted by Alexander Briones on Jul.
Technicians also find the sound to be ideal for public speech applications, just as well as for singing.
Submitted by Peter Houtman (not verified) on Feb. 28, 2017. Submitted by David Williams (not verified) on Dec. 3, 2020. 92 out of 100. The K8.2 is one of their top-rated speakers, sporting an 8" speaker and a 2000W amplifier with a built-in 3-channel mixer.
In fact last year we removed all banner and display advertising (we were using AdSense) from this website. Pros 30, 2017.
Many were impressed by how loud the DBR10 is, especially when considering its weight and size.
Submitted by Erik8a (not verified) on Nov. 28, 2016. 21, 2018.
The general rule is that higher the max SPL rating, the more space is covered by the speaker. Others note that the versatility of the unit is also its bane as it's a "Jack-of-all-trades, Master of none" type of speaker. Overall
I have some workhouse K12.2s and was considering a pair of K10.2s until I read about this. However, when I corrected the output position to the line level they were working perfectly which shows the protection limiter did its job perfectly. Apart from this, it's been absolutely fine. 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. Yes, for many years I too worked with the big "wall of sound" (as you put it) systems (and the truck required to move those beasts!). Users were delighted at the volume and undistorted clarity from a small and portable enclosure.
97 out of 100. I am really surprised that electrovoice speakers are not on this list while some clearly inferior products are. The versatility also allowed the venue to use the same unit for their monitors. It may lack in features compared to more expensive speakers, but it doesn't compromise the essentials. In particular, the DBR10 features Yamaha's DSP based FIR-X crossover tuning, D-Contour controls, and onboard mixer (2-channel).
I'd be extremely surprised if any speaker would survive this without some damage. Submitted by Jason Horton on Dec. 7, 2021.
24, 2018. 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. You should be advised to include some of the concentric speaker enclosures out there, as powered speakers. You have to LOOK like you're doing the right thing. Aside from endlessly window shopping and watching hours of gear reviews for leisure, he enjoys playing competitive FPS games, MMORPGs and caring for his 5 cats. 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.
We've also included a highly rated affordable option for those who are working with strict budgets. A pair of any of those aught to be fine however I think you'd get the best value out of the QSC K12.2 based on all the research we've done. Many venue owners that use the speakers also note its durability and step up in build quality versus earlier product iterations in follow up reviews. !I bought 2 RCF and get compliments from QSC owners!! In the past 2 weeks of digging into PA systems I've found peak:continuous ratios of 2:1 4:1 5:1, even 10:1!! The lightweight housing does leave some doubts about it's ruggedness.
See their ratings below: Yamaha DBR12: https://www.gearank.com/gear/yamaha-dbr12 The enclosure felt "cheap" for some which sapped confidence in the long term durability of the unit. 96 out of 100.
They just are great sounding. Alto TS215 Active 15" Speaker VS.
Next we gathered relevant store ratings, written reviews, video reviews and forum discussions about each one - including the latest market feedback up to March 2022. The first edition was published in 2016 and the current edition was published on March 31, 2022. The Turbosound iNSPIRE iP300 is a column-type speaker with 2 x 6.5" LF Drivers and 4 x 2" HF Drivers to deliver more dispersion compared to regular 2 way, bi amplified speakers. There are plenty of reports of it working great with hip hop music and other genres that require enhanced low frequencies. Cons
Cons Submitted by Jason Horton on Dec. 11, 2017. Cons
So if you're looking to invest, I suggest you focus on getting good speakers as your top priority as these influence the overall quality of your rig. 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. Owners are also pleased at how solid the cabinet and overall workmanship is. The main way to set up for live performances is by hooking up the powered speakers directly to a mixer but they can also be used in a variety of other ways such as keyboard amps, drum amps or FRFR speakers for guitar/bass.
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. If you're looking for a premium quality 3-way speaker for permanent installation or large venues, then this is your best bet.
Pros 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).
Given its bulk and weight, this speaker is not meant for as a personal portable speaker.
Further details: How Gearank Works. This is odd as all I was doing was plugging a mic direct into the input. systems now (powered mains matched with one or two powered subs/mixing board) are not only a million times easier to pack and move, but believe it or not, also actually also SOUND much better!!
The advantage of prioritizing dispersion over volume is better performance at all volumes. Note that you can implement multiple speakers in strategic positions for covering larger venues. 27, 2021.
His favorite pieces of gear are his Ibanez RG550RFR, Orange Brent Hinds Terror amplifier and EQD Acapulco Gold fuzz.
EAW is on our radar, and if they become more popular they will definitely make it onto our short-lists and possibly even get recommended in one or more of our guides.
Over the years, Behringer has went from relative obscurity to a household name.
Whilst the DXR15s are superior in every regard the Altos sound surprisingly good with good clarity and generous depth of bass. Pros Submitted by Ike (not verified) on Feb. 20, 2017. Coming in at 27.1 pounds, the speakers are relatively easy to move around too. What constitutes small-medium size venues in these reviews? Because of the design taking inspiration from line array systems, the dispersion of the midrange and highs were noted to be "room filling" and the lows to have a satisfying punch.
Not a lot of stress on them, classic rock with only a little kick and floor tom for the drummer. This powered speaker has a 1000W Class D amplifier for the 15" woofer, and 300W Class AB for the 1.4" titanium dome compression tweeter, giving it a total of 1,300 Watts of peak power.
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Hi - I'm looking for an upgrade from my Alto TX15 range to either of the above without breaking the bank tooo much. Have you guys into the "Protect Mode 4" problem that seems to be plaguing a lot of newer K10.2s (and supposedly some K12.2s)? The QSC CP8 is a great entry point into the QSC's brand of premium pro audio quality sound reinforcement. Special features include Behringer's Ultralink wireless system compatibility, 2-layer speaker protection limiters and a large HF driver waveguide for dispersion. I worked at the same club about a month ago and out of 5 wedges they had purchased only 3 were still working. Speaking of which, why aren't 5" speakers included here? Overall Submitted by Jason Horton on Mar.
https://m.facebook.com/501898166639804780404/?_rdr, Already have an account? Finally, all these features are packed inside a traditional and robust plywood enclosure. I thought J read where you had Martin XP12 as top speaker but I see here it did not make your list. That means there is no possibility of us receiving money even indirectly from those companies via Google/AdSense. This would most likely be used for smaller to mid sized venues, gigs, parties, etc; say, from 100's to 1,000's of peeps. Boycott speaker/amp companies that refuse to publish their continuous/RMS ratings!! Submitted by Jason Horton on Nov. 26, 2019. 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 ? *Notes: Gearank = Rating score out of 100. How do the Martin speakers rate?
Get it if you want a big sound without needing subwoofers. It has rudimentary bass/treble controls but lacks the custom DSP modes of other models.
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Today we removed the following speaker due to a lack of availability: Yamaha DXR12. I wished that Tannoy would release a full live PA powered speaker system. Most 2 way speakers with just a tweeter and woofer tend to sound more muffled at lower volumes. Just curious as to how/why EAW (Eastern Acoustic Works) speakers never seem to make it into your ratings.
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. Thank you Gearspace.com members for 20 years! Its near 100% rating shows just how well received the QSC KW153 is, with sound quality at high volume being its edge over others. Studiomaster Drive 15A/6A 15" Active. Due to its size, it is often utilized as a floor monitor to great success, as reported by saxophonists, guitarists and other musicians. 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. 2 gigs a week, never flinched, never had to repair, all original drivers, that says something, just get protective bags, whichever speaker you decide on.
As its high rating suggests, owners of the QSC K8.2 are very impressed. If you know what you are doing it will sound great. Wow no love for the Alto Blacks OR TrueSounds?
The built-in reverb left much to be desired for those who got it for this feature. Try before you buy. Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 13, 2020. 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. 10, 2021.
Does anyone have experience with these?
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. In particular, the CVA-28, the CV P1000X and CV P1500X. I have three TS210s and they get used several times a week. 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. You have a job where people have to trust you. 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. There seems to be a lot of people experiencing an issue with the newest QSC firmware (1.2.0.3200; failures are mostly in K10.2s, for some reason). And even DJs are happy with its performance when paired with a subwoofer.
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Overall 24, 2021. 20, 2021. Incorporating 175+ ratings and reviews. Page created in 0.129 seconds with 25 queries. Submitted by Dj Salsomano G (not verified) on Jan. 5, 2018.
The TS212 sounded very boomy and scooped when I tried them.
Submitted by Raphael Pulgar on Dec. 15, 2020.
We don't have one yet, but we are currently revising our publishing schedule and I'll add that to the list of topics to consider. If you would like the results of your Head to Head comparison to be included in the data set we use when we next update this guide, then write a report/review detailing your results on one of the popular music gear review sites or forums.
Yup, one company rated their speaker as 2,000 watts peak and 200 continuous!
The JBL SRX series secures a spot in this guide with the top rated SRX835P, a 3-way powered speaker with 15" woofer, 6.5" midrange driver and 3" tweeter.
This particular model comes with a three-way speaker design that can really put out some serious volume, sporting a 15" LF driver, a 6.6" MF driver and a 1.75" tweeter. Some even commend its handling of orchestra and classical style music, pointing to how the KW153 is able to reproduce sonic nuances that otherwise would be lost.
They were using the 12" models as monitor wedges and I was impressed. It has two inputs plus an aux with only one of the XLR inputs being capable of being used for Mic level signals.
They have been knocked over a few times but no major impacts. Submitted by Jason Horton on May.
The iNSPIRE iP300 was designed to sound great at any volume. 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. 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? 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. You forgot to mention that the ALTO BLACK 15 is also wireless (great feature for weddings). User reviews range from the speakers being used as mains, floor wedges and instrument amplifiers, showcasing the CP12's versatility. If versatility and projection are your priorities at this price point, the QSC CP8 is tough to beat. One of the main factors that contributed to its popularity is its overall sound quality for the price. You can click here for the JBL and Cerwin Vega speakers, along with their Gearank scores, that made it to our short-list in the Music Gear Database.
BTW you can look up all Samson products we've rated by going to the Music Gear Database. Pros Calibration was a breeze and the volume and clarity was good even during rock gigs. It also has a similar almost perfect rating across multiple retailers, a testament to QSC's quality standards that they apply across all their products. Users who've spoken to QSC say they will not roll back to earlier firmware, and some are saying that firmware will be updated to the troublesome version when any repairs are done. Still, some may want to consider larger speakers or pair it with a subwoofer. This caused part of the woofer to become loose. The Mackie Thump 15A is a great pick for those looking for a powered speaker with enhanced bass. I plugged back into the first speaker to double check and the problem was still there!?