Powered speaker options

Marty C · #1 10-15-2015, 08:06 PM

Currently using an old fender passport 150. Fair sound but needs more output and EQ control. Purchased a mackie mixer and this helps, but trying to get more, clear output and simplyfy things.

Any recommendations on a powered speaker? Just vocal and acoustic guitar.

ricdoug · #2 10-15-2015, 10:16 PM

Not knowing your budget, venue sizes and other requirements I'll start out recommending a Carvin AG200 or Carvin AG300. Ric

jomaynor · #3 10-15-2015, 10:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Marty C

Currently using an old fender passport 150. Fair sound but needs more output and EQ control. Purchased a mackie mixer and this helps, but trying to get more, clear output and simplyfy things.

Any recommendations on a powered speaker? Just vocal and acoustic guitar.

What is your budget?

Marty C · #4 10-16-2015, 02:50 AM

Under $500.00 and I will probably buy a second after I find something I like. ,

Laughingboy68 · #5 10-16-2015, 03:57 AM

I really like my EV ELX112P speakers. Great value for your money.

Mike

kaos · #6 10-16-2015, 07:44 AM

You could probably find a DXR10 for under $500.

MikeBmusic · #7 10-16-2015, 07:58 AM

There are a ton of options under $500. What size venues are you playing? Assume you are going to put the speaker on a stand? Some 10" speakers have a better horizontal spread than 12". If you don't use any low end sound source (backup rhythm, etc), then 10" speakers will give you enough bottom end in your sound.

I was playing through a pair of EVs last night, and found them harsh, but that could have been the mixer's EQing, too.

Irish Pennant · #8 10-16-2015, 08:05 AM

I have a pair of Yamaha DBR12's. They sound just fine to me and have been working without any problems. Per speaker, the price is in your budget.

midwinter · #9 10-16-2015, 10:14 AM

I've been using a cheapie Alto TX10 for a lot of gigs lately (acoustic + vox). I'm not a huge fan of the sound (very boxy), and I'm eying a Yamaha DBR10 to replace it.

Both well within your budget.

ricdoug · #10 10-16-2015, 06:24 PM

Carvin PM12A:

http://www.carvinaudio.com/collectio...peaker-monitor

http://carvinimages.com/manuals/PM12PM12Aman.pdf

- System Type: Internal Active System, 12-inch 2-Way, bass-reflex
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz - 18 kHz (-10DB)
- Crossover Frequency: 2.5 k Hz
- Coverage Pattern: 90H x 30upV x 45downV
- Internal Amplifier full range: 400 Watts
- Maximum SPL: 124dB peak
- LF Driver: 12-inch Woofer
- HF Driver: 1-inch exit 1.5-inch VC Titanium Driver
- Enclosure: Molded Polypropylene Plastic
- Mounting: 1-3/8-inch pole mount cup with clamp
- 4 fly Points (requires 10mm X 1.5mm fly hardware - not included)
- Transport: 2 side handles
- Grill: Black steel
- Connectors: Two XLRs (one Male, one Female), Two 1/4 TRS phone jacks, Two RCA jacks
- AC Power Requirement: 90-250VAC 50-60Hz
- Dimensions: 16" wide x 13.125" deep x 24.375" high
- Weight: 29.8 lbs

Marty C · #11 10-16-2015, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeBmusic

There are a ton of options under $500. What size venues are you playing? Assume you are going to put the speaker on a stand? Some 10" speakers have a better horizontal spread than 12". If you don't use any low end sound source (backup rhythm, etc), then 10" speakers will give you enough bottom end in your sound.

I was playing through a pair of EVs last night, and found them harsh, but that could have been the mixer's EQing, too.

I play anywhere from midsize churches, coffee shps and outdoor festivals.

Br1ck · #12 10-16-2015, 07:15 PM

I love my Carvin AG 300. Though an acoustic amp, it handles everything from bass guitar to my uke. It shines on vocals. Using a mixer for the input to the third channel, I ran bass, guitar, uke and two vocal mics into it at the same time. Worked fine. It also has a matching extension cab available, is pole mountable and well built.