Wow no love for the Alto Blacks OR TrueSounds? I have three of the Altos TS112a I use mostly for monitors (a few SOS spoken word applications). Owners are also pleased at how solid the cabinet and overall workmanship is. Whilst the DXR15s are superior in every regard the Altos sound surprisingly good with good clarity and generous depth of bass. 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. Submitted by Burton Brown (not verified) on Feb. 22, 2017. Had them about a year, no failures so far after about 40 bar gigs. Pros Several users were amazed by the K10's sound, with commendations coming from a wide variety of backgrounds - from church sound technicians, to musicians, to DJs, and event organizers. Smaller events only need as much as 2 powered 12"/15" Main speakers and 1 subwoofer. Speaking of which, why aren't 5" speakers included here? 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. Cons Users were initially put off by the lack of an actual large speaker but as they tried out the iP300, however they found the low end to be more than adequate. 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. Although many of their speakers are priced above the current limit of $2000 for this guide, they do have some like the JF Series which do technically qualify. QSC is brand known for premium sound and build quality, and the CP8 lets you experience their brand of quality in a compact and affordably priced package. Recently purchased one of these (SRM210) and have been very impressed with the sound and functionality. We have provided a rating for the Alto Professional TS215, however we have not rated the Studiomaster Drive 15A/6A because it doesn't meet our current availability criteria for the United States. 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. What constitutes small-medium size venues in these reviews? It has two inputs plus an aux with only one of the XLR inputs being capable of being used for Mic level signals. What about the Yamaha DBR12 under $500? So.. The impact put a hole through the Alto case. 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. both of those series rank up there with QSCs ang EVs and mop the floor with JBL. 11, 2022. The Yamaha DBR10 represents great value at the sub-$500 range. Technicians also find the sound to be ideal for public speech applications, just as well as for singing. The sound coming out was horrendously distorting and I thought that I had blown them.
Both speakers you mentioned did not out rank the others in their categories, the Yamaha DBR12 was close though. There are plenty of reports of it working great with hip hop music and other genres that require enhanced low frequencies. 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. 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. The individual product images were sourced from websites, promotional materials or supporting documentation provided by their respective manufacturers. That means there is no possibility of us receiving money even indirectly from those companies via Google/AdSense. 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. Overall The iNSPIRE iP300 was designed to sound great at any volume.
QSC is the brand to beat when it comes to quality, reflected by the almost perfect ratings that a number of their products are getting. To get you started, here are some of our published guides: Powered speakers (This guide. Submitted by Jason Horton on Aug. 28, 2019. 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. Pros Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 22, 2017. David here. I then plugged the same mic + cable into my other TS110a which was next to it and no problem at all. It also gets a thumbs up from guitarists, keyboardists, bassists, vocalists and other musicians who describe it as a full sounding speaker. 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.
We processed over 19,500 of these data sources using the Gearank Algorithm which gave us the rating scores out of 100 that we used to rank the speakers appropriately. 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). The advantage of prioritizing dispersion over volume is better performance at all volumes. 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. 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. Submitted by Henrik Hakansson (not verified) on Dec. 22, 2016. Cons The tonal consistency across the volume range was also praised. Alto TS215 Active 15" Speaker VS. The versatility also allowed the venue to use the same unit for their monitors. Try before you buy. Many were impressed by how loud the DBR10 is, especially when considering its weight and size. 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. Overall Hello David Williams Incorporating 550+ ratings and reviews. 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!). Has anyone on here been able to compare the new Yamaha DBR range to the Alto Truesonic range? Submitted by Jason Horton on Apr. Interestingly, many of the features found in the more expensive DXR series are available in the DBR series, albeit with less output power. They're perfectly suitable for DJ'ing and some can even function as standalone PA systems. You always have to do the right thing, but that's not enough. An overview of this is explained in How Gearank Works. The Bose F1 or the QSC 12K2 or the RCF evox 12? I have no idea why RCF didn't make the cut! This configuration allows for better handling of lows, mids and highs even at high volume levels. 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. Alden Acosta: Product research.Jason Horton: Illustrating.Daniel Barnett: Editing. 26, 2018. The premium sound, build quality, and long term durability makes it an ideal speaker for high-end permanent installations. An influx of positive reviews over the years has boosted the B112D's popularity with audio enthusiasts and sound reinforcement pros. 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. Alto Black 15 sub vs Yamaha DXS 15 vs RCF 705AS A/B tested. For more information about our methods see How Gearank Works. I have some workhouse K12.2s and was considering a pair of K10.2s until I read about this. Can you possibly give me a rating and a recommendation if at all possible? User reviews range from the speakers being used as mains, floor wedges and instrument amplifiers, showcasing the CP12's versatility. I have Yamaha dbr10 and it is brilliant. 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!! You should be advised to include some of the concentric speaker enclosures out there, as powered speakers. 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. Users were delighted at the volume and undistorted clarity from a small and portable enclosure. As always, we've included detailed descriptions and specifications for each powered speaker, along with their strengths and weaknesses as reported by actual users. Have you guys run into the "Protect Mode 4" issue on newer QSC K's? * Behringer are yet to respond to our request for information. He is primarily influenced by guitarists like Kurt Ballou and Paul Gilbert. Boycott speaker/amp companies that refuse to publish their continuous/RMS ratings!! 10, 2021. Its near 100% rating shows just how well received the QSC KW153 is, with sound quality at high volume being its edge over others. Mixer controls were noted to be hard to reach at the bottom of the speaker. Incorporating 950+ ratings and reviews. His favorite pieces of gear are his Ibanez RG550RFR, Orange Brent Hinds Terror amplifier and EQD Acapulco Gold fuzz. This is odd as all I was doing was plugging a mic direct into the input. 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). For this February 2022 edition, we retain our categories based on three main price ranges: Sub $500, Sub $1000, and Sub $2000. I have four electrovoice Elx 112ps for monitors and two Elx 115ps for mains coupled with a Yamaha digital mixer. The built-in reverb left much to be desired for those who got it for this feature. Developments in amplification have made them more compact and portable while increasing their power and efficiency. Submitted by chris stoyan (not verified) on Dec. 20, 2019. The general rule is that higher the max SPL rating, the more space is covered by the speaker. 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. 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. Reviews report that it works great as a Front of House loudspeaker for small to medium size venues, covering different musical styles.
Venues have also changed as larger open air venues utilize larger, mostly active line array systems in conjuction with delayed auxilliary speakers in other parts of the venue to fill in the sound and utilizing powered subwoofers in optimally placed locations (sometimes floated/suspended). Further details: How Gearank Works. 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. Cons I worked at the same club about a month ago and out of 5 wedges they had purchased only 3 were still working. 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!! With so many factors to consider, there's really no set standard for determining specific size category. For this 2022 Edition, we conducted an initial survey of major retailers in the USA and placed 96 active speakers on our short-list for closer examination - you can see them in the Music Gear Database. They just are great sounding. RCF may be out of bounce, but there are others more affordable. 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. 26, 2021. If you know what you are doing it will sound great. You forgot to mention that the ALTO BLACK 15 is also wireless (great feature for weddings). It shines best at acoustic performance venues where detail is favored over loudness. Pros Great little review, you should of posted in the speaker review sticky though. The QSC CP12 is a compact powered loudspeaker designed with portability in mind. 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. Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 13, 2020. It also features Ethercon connection that lets you get the benefit of HiQnet networking software, and is compatible with different mounting types. Cons . Submitted by Alexander Briones on Oct. 13, 2016. It sounded like there was no sound coming from the woofer and just the horn. 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.
Both speakers you mentioned did not out rank the others in their categories, the Yamaha DBR12 was close though. There are plenty of reports of it working great with hip hop music and other genres that require enhanced low frequencies. 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. 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. The individual product images were sourced from websites, promotional materials or supporting documentation provided by their respective manufacturers. That means there is no possibility of us receiving money even indirectly from those companies via Google/AdSense. 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. Overall The iNSPIRE iP300 was designed to sound great at any volume.
QSC is the brand to beat when it comes to quality, reflected by the almost perfect ratings that a number of their products are getting. To get you started, here are some of our published guides: Powered speakers (This guide. Submitted by Jason Horton on Aug. 28, 2019. 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. Pros Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 22, 2017. David here. I then plugged the same mic + cable into my other TS110a which was next to it and no problem at all. It also gets a thumbs up from guitarists, keyboardists, bassists, vocalists and other musicians who describe it as a full sounding speaker. 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.
We processed over 19,500 of these data sources using the Gearank Algorithm which gave us the rating scores out of 100 that we used to rank the speakers appropriately. 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). The advantage of prioritizing dispersion over volume is better performance at all volumes. 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. 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. Submitted by Henrik Hakansson (not verified) on Dec. 22, 2016. Cons The tonal consistency across the volume range was also praised. Alto TS215 Active 15" Speaker VS. The versatility also allowed the venue to use the same unit for their monitors. Try before you buy. Many were impressed by how loud the DBR10 is, especially when considering its weight and size. 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. Overall Hello David Williams Incorporating 550+ ratings and reviews. 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!). Has anyone on here been able to compare the new Yamaha DBR range to the Alto Truesonic range? Submitted by Jason Horton on Apr. Interestingly, many of the features found in the more expensive DXR series are available in the DBR series, albeit with less output power. They're perfectly suitable for DJ'ing and some can even function as standalone PA systems. You always have to do the right thing, but that's not enough. An overview of this is explained in How Gearank Works. The Bose F1 or the QSC 12K2 or the RCF evox 12? I have no idea why RCF didn't make the cut! This configuration allows for better handling of lows, mids and highs even at high volume levels. 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. Alden Acosta: Product research.Jason Horton: Illustrating.Daniel Barnett: Editing. 26, 2018. The premium sound, build quality, and long term durability makes it an ideal speaker for high-end permanent installations. An influx of positive reviews over the years has boosted the B112D's popularity with audio enthusiasts and sound reinforcement pros. 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. Alto Black 15 sub vs Yamaha DXS 15 vs RCF 705AS A/B tested. For more information about our methods see How Gearank Works. I have some workhouse K12.2s and was considering a pair of K10.2s until I read about this. Can you possibly give me a rating and a recommendation if at all possible? User reviews range from the speakers being used as mains, floor wedges and instrument amplifiers, showcasing the CP12's versatility. I have Yamaha dbr10 and it is brilliant. 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!! You should be advised to include some of the concentric speaker enclosures out there, as powered speakers. 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. Users were delighted at the volume and undistorted clarity from a small and portable enclosure. As always, we've included detailed descriptions and specifications for each powered speaker, along with their strengths and weaknesses as reported by actual users. Have you guys run into the "Protect Mode 4" issue on newer QSC K's? * Behringer are yet to respond to our request for information. He is primarily influenced by guitarists like Kurt Ballou and Paul Gilbert. Boycott speaker/amp companies that refuse to publish their continuous/RMS ratings!! 10, 2021. Its near 100% rating shows just how well received the QSC KW153 is, with sound quality at high volume being its edge over others. Mixer controls were noted to be hard to reach at the bottom of the speaker. Incorporating 950+ ratings and reviews. His favorite pieces of gear are his Ibanez RG550RFR, Orange Brent Hinds Terror amplifier and EQD Acapulco Gold fuzz. This is odd as all I was doing was plugging a mic direct into the input. 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). For this February 2022 edition, we retain our categories based on three main price ranges: Sub $500, Sub $1000, and Sub $2000. I have four electrovoice Elx 112ps for monitors and two Elx 115ps for mains coupled with a Yamaha digital mixer. The built-in reverb left much to be desired for those who got it for this feature. Developments in amplification have made them more compact and portable while increasing their power and efficiency. Submitted by chris stoyan (not verified) on Dec. 20, 2019. The general rule is that higher the max SPL rating, the more space is covered by the speaker. 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. 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. Reviews report that it works great as a Front of House loudspeaker for small to medium size venues, covering different musical styles.
Venues have also changed as larger open air venues utilize larger, mostly active line array systems in conjuction with delayed auxilliary speakers in other parts of the venue to fill in the sound and utilizing powered subwoofers in optimally placed locations (sometimes floated/suspended). Further details: How Gearank Works. 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. Cons I worked at the same club about a month ago and out of 5 wedges they had purchased only 3 were still working. 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!! With so many factors to consider, there's really no set standard for determining specific size category. For this 2022 Edition, we conducted an initial survey of major retailers in the USA and placed 96 active speakers on our short-list for closer examination - you can see them in the Music Gear Database. They just are great sounding. RCF may be out of bounce, but there are others more affordable. 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. 26, 2021. If you know what you are doing it will sound great. You forgot to mention that the ALTO BLACK 15 is also wireless (great feature for weddings). It shines best at acoustic performance venues where detail is favored over loudness. Pros Great little review, you should of posted in the speaker review sticky though. The QSC CP12 is a compact powered loudspeaker designed with portability in mind. 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. Submitted by Jason Horton on Feb. 13, 2020. It also features Ethercon connection that lets you get the benefit of HiQnet networking software, and is compatible with different mounting types. Cons . Submitted by Alexander Briones on Oct. 13, 2016. It sounded like there was no sound coming from the woofer and just the horn. 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.