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10-03-2017, 04:28 PM
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JBL EON ONE Pro
Hey all,
Been a long-time member and I love the forum; always good info by a good group of folks  I don't post much, but in the case of the brand new JBL EON ONE Pro I felt compelled to do so. Short background: I've been playing solo for almost 15 years, 2-3 steady gigs a week in St Louis and vicinity, and I've had everything from Fishmans of many varieties, a Schertler Unico (which I still love and use in my studio and often for small gigs), a Bose L1 w/sub, and for many years since they came out, the Bose Compact (which I use with the T1 mixer - I outfitted the little holder that Bose has for the L1 onto the back of the Compact tower). Anyway, I bought the original JBL EON ONE linear PA when it came out; very compact, everything in one easy carrying ensemble (aren't we always looking for an easier load-in and out, albeit with great sound?). However, I didn't care for the sound - it didn't sound full and the bass was lacking, and it didn't have the "horsepower" to fill a small-to-medium room in my opinion. It didn't come close to the power or the sound of the Bose Compact so after trying it in multiple settings over a couple of weeks, I sent it back. Most of you probably know that JBL just came out with a new version called the EON ONE Pro and I was so hopeful it would be an improvement I got on a waiting list for one a while back. In their pre-release news JBL stated that they realized the shortcomings of the original linear EON ONE and added channels to the powered mixer, redesigned the unit (lighter and easier to carry), and added Bluetooth. Also the original was a real pain to disassemble; you really had to work on the spacer columns to pull them apart. They were aware and fixing it. I've got to state again that I was really hopeful that this would be "The One" lol. I love the Bose Compact but if somebody comes out with something easier to carry (all in one) with a great sound, Bluetooth, built in mixer, etc, well heck, I was all for it. Anyway, after trying it once again at a couple of my regular gigs, the sound and power are still an issue at least to me and friends who come to my shows. All of the other improvements are wonderful. They really are - lighter, easier to carry, sticks come apart easier, Bluetooth is great as is the expanded PA. However, not only was the sound lacking in a smaller room but after more folks started popping in (maybe 30-40 at most), I had this thing cranked almost to the max. It was hot to the touch. Bear in mind, I'm a solo singer/player, not shredding (or running backgrounds) through it. Plus my buddy who I share gigs with came by and he was disappointed as well. When the room volume went up, I had no overhead. I sent it back today and sure disliked having to do it. I guess one could say that I'm just used to the Bose sound, but when the JBL was nearly maxed out and very hot - in a smaller setting, I knew it was more than that unfortunately. Apologies if I went on a bit, but this was something I thought worth sharing. Thanks! Steve-R 
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10-03-2017, 06:05 PM
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If there's a moderator in the house, it might make sense if possible to join this to the similarly named thread below, which as some of you know followed a previous thread closed out at 400! http://www.acousticguitarforum.com/f...d.php?t=484415 Very informative comments, Steve, and it's very troubling that you're getting the same hyper-heat deal described by dragonfly IIRC below. This is the kind of thing I don't understand--how can a major company let that kind of thing slip through production? I'm a little surprised to hear the Bose L1 Compact does a better job of filling a room than the Eon One and I guess the Pro as well, though perhaps this is something that I missed since I started to pay a little bit less attention when the SA330x zoomed to the top of my list.
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10-03-2017, 08:54 PM
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Thanks for the heads up, Steve.
You can also read these threads http://www.acousticguitarforum.com/f...d.php?t=465577 http://www.acousticguitarforum.com/f...d.php?t=484415
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10-04-2017, 01:23 AM
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You may not want to try the original Eon One again, but if you do, place anything in between the mic and channel that will give you a proper signal going in. Quote:
As noted by many users, the Eon One (and now its inappropriately named 'Pro' version) needs some signal boost, whether by using a mixer or any appropriate device.
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10-05-2017, 09:12 AM
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I submit the notion this thread stands on its own merit.
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10-05-2017, 10:24 AM
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Nama Ensou, is correct in that if you give it a hot signal you'll have more headroom with the One and One Pro.
The heat from the mixer on the One Pro is crazy hot any time it is plugged in. While on battery it get's warm, but not hot. When plugged in it gets so hot you would not be able to hold your hand on the mixer for long. Heat is definitely an issue when it comes to electronics so I'd be worried about the longevity of the One Pro. So much to like though, easier tower pieces, the 4 combo inputs, the battery, hi-z, phantom power, with equal amounts of dislike for them not fixing the mixer gain, the inordinate amount of heat from mixer when plugged in, the still mushy bass. @Steve-R, I know how you felt having to return it. I sold my One in anticipation of the One Pro and was disappointed when I finally got it.
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10-05-2017, 12:32 PM
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Hey Steve. I'm also in the St. Louis area. I live in Edwardsville and play around the area.
I recently bought the LD Maui G2 and am very happy with it. I do a lot of solo acoustic jobs and also do some duo and trio acoustic jobs. I've been very happy with it.
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10-05-2017, 07:17 PM
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10-05-2017, 07:21 PM
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Maui G1 11.
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10-06-2017, 08:52 AM
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fBqqGj-NPc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOS3L1RXGUk I sent message this guy and he said "Yes the unit works flawlessly. I took it to a park and in 5 minutes made $20. You’ll love it. "
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11-04-2018, 09:02 PM
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Was thinking about snagging one of the JBLs since Sweetwater is blowing out their B-stocks at $499, but after reading this, I think I'll stick with either Bose or QSC.
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11-05-2018, 04:12 AM
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