I was at a Crawfish boil last weekend & the DJ had the same EV speakers,they sounded great. Thanks for the demonstration.

this is the exact video i was looking for! i'm on a tight budget and was looking at these two

Either or listening to them in person and purchasing the one you like the most will be the most satisfying. I personally love Ev products but I went with some JBL SRX 835p 3 way tops. Good full range but the dsp does take away the "character" with the factory flat EQ. I am wanting to get a pair or 2 of the EVs for a smaller rig as well as buy about 6 of the 18s or get some RCF 8006s.

This a BADASS review fo these two speakers!!!! You are awesome, dude!!! The audio sample comparison you did was phenomenal and I'll be looking to buy a pair of Mackies!!! I would buy them from you just because you are awesome but I'm not near you and I cannot use either one of your links because they don't ship to my location but you da best!!!

I bought an ev zlx 12 two days ago and I've been happy with my purchase so far. It sounds great at all volumes, has adjustable eq settings and an aux input which is an added bonus. It has plenty of bass in my opinion, plus theres a club mode and you can add xtra bass/treb as well. I believe it has a 3 yr warranty, not sure if mackie has that. Youd be happy with either speaker but I would recommend the EVs or QSC for higher end!!

I think you should keep the track playing and switch between speakers. Don’t start the track from the beginning. I think it’s easier to see what speaker is performing better if you do that. Thanks for the comparison video. You’re a wealth of knowledge.

@j-new6278

Жыл бұрын

Ehh you have to hear the same sounds coming from each speaker to truly compare... Like how does that not make more sense for a apples to apples comparison. I think he is doing it the correct way.

Cool way to show product comparison, subscribed!

Nice work man, thank you for the help!

Love your video ‘s , I’m looking to buy a JBL IRX SERIES 112 BT WANTING TO LISTEN IN STEREO WITH GOOD SET OF AMP SPEAKERS . And of course listening to your advice and different types of speakers . Trying to determine.what direction I should go .listening to you talk about various types of speakers I have a good idea of which way to go . Thanks to your advice. Thanks again

Thank you ! Do you think that the same comparison in both 15 " Would be the same results ?

Hi, sorry to be a little late here but just found your channel and your reviews are really pretty good. Right now I'm going back and forth between the Mackie Thump 12 inch and the Alto TS312. I thought you did a comparison review of these two speakers but can't find it, can you help me out and point me in the right direction for this review? Thanks!

I'm using electro voice zlx12p for live on piano Yamaha sx900 on vocal for live whoah so very beautiful sound on electro voice thanks Ev❤️🔊

I've used both & the EV's are better.

@WillyBernardus

4 жыл бұрын

Agree

@user-mz4cm2ts8p

2 жыл бұрын

Agree too

First, thanks for your speaker comparing test. The test was worth a like from me. Second, I know you're testing sounds through KZread and a viewer cannot expect to hear the exact difference between the two. But viewers, if you put on the headphones you can hear the difference. @Expert island, I have recent purchase two Mackie DRM312 and they sound similar to the Mackie Thump12A your tested. I know my new speakers are costumed to djing (and I am a dj) but when I did this recent event, I was expecting a more delicate sound like the EVs. What I got is heavy bass (sometimes, out of control bass) and that is a crazy comment coming from a dude like me who like a lot of bass. (I mean Reggae hitting hard bass, like I give you a heart attack bass) and I have those type of speakers. I came to your vlog because I was expecting the Thump to sound a like bit elegant but it didn't. Thanks again for your test because it helped me think about my next additional speaker set.

@FTA.29

Жыл бұрын

Now this comment I can really lean on for best needed clarity... By any chance, have you tested the EV 18" subwoofer, I really would love to know if it delivers a warm enough bass sound? (I'm very inexperienced with these speakers overall, so I am depending on the comments and vlog reviews)

Really nice video. Think the EV sounds a bit more musical, clearer. For the price I say it's worth it. Getting ready to buy the EV. Thanks

I agree with most of the other comments, the EV's I think is cleaner (in default mode) I use 5 of the ZLX 12P's for monitors with my band and the ETX35P's on top with ETX 18P's for subs for our mains. The sound is incredible.

Between these two I prefer the EV by a large margin. A much smoother and more musical speaker. Throw in the Mackie SRM 450 and now I swing slightly in favor of the SRM. Not nearly as large a difference but noticeable. The SRM 450 is also a lot more $$ @ $549

I got 6 zlx 15 and the ekx 12 18sp woofer I love them ev it's the best

The zlx with a sub is perfect

Hello, please tell us what is best for DJ, live vocals and conducting events, weddings, banquets for up to 130 people. MAckie Thump 15A + SAB Alto ts 312s or Alto Ts 315+ SAB ts 312s ? Not only the volume is important, but also the quality. Thanks

EV sounded better. Clearer than the thump. I just ordered my EV zlx 12p. Thanks for the review

I bought a 15bst by Mackie for a family party of 60 to 70 people next week, anyone any advice on where to keep the sound settings so not to over drive it. Really would appreciate it

Hi . Can i use Alto Ts-308 as home theater center speaker ! Thanks.

I have the previous version of Thump 15, 1000 Watts. Their sound quality is not close to EV, but for DJing on weddings and events up to 100 people, they are the best choice. Especially if you use only 2 PAs without subs.

@melindakiss2083

6 ай бұрын

Thump 15 250w maximum

I have a pair of the ZLX 12p's and love the smooth top end clarity but as others have noted they limit easily with bass heavy material. It seems to be running about 250 watts RMS since that is the rating of the passive version.. I'm guessing the Mackie is around 300WRMS since it can outrun the EV.

Would have liked to hear vocals for clarity of that, since that is primarily what I would be using this for in solo performance

I have the Mackies- totally regret not spending a little more for the EVs. Sound is muffled and just doesn't cut through a crowd well. I am a mobile DJ and when it comes to talking on the mic the mackies are muddy, and while they sound pretty good on sound bass heavy music (hip-hop, rap, EDM) when I am playing lighter genres like soul, R&B, soft rock, classical etc.. they are sorely lacking in crispness and definition. Going to buy the EVs and have the Mackies as my "emergency" backups

@heathphoenix1612

2 жыл бұрын

get a mixer

@lukej7758

Жыл бұрын

@@heathphoenix1612 I have a mixer, the Mackies are still terrible compared to EVs

@FTA.29

Жыл бұрын

This comment really helps in my decision to purchase. Thank you for posting.

@j-new6278

Жыл бұрын

Thanks man

I really like the old Thump series with the giant exposed horn, the slightly newer ones with the green power light in particular. Those seem to have the clearest treble of all the Thumps, without sacrificing bass.

@expertisland

Жыл бұрын

There is a good amount of power on the Tweeter So clarity is not a problem.

@FTA.29

Жыл бұрын

Which series are the old Thump series if you don't mind me asking?

Both very good. The EV seems to have a slightly better clarity to me. Thx

i got 2 zlx 12 for about 2 years and sound very clear better than JBL and i don't have any issue till now love my zlx and now recently buy a pair of etx 135 and those are my rifles for war and no issuees i recomend EV

I got a pair of the Mackie thumps 15a and I had a pair of zlx EV 15. The sound quality was better on the Ev but the Mackie had more power.. after adjusted the equalizer on my mixer a little bit the Mackies sounds awesome..

@Keyboardman88

2 жыл бұрын

Power does not always equal quality. Today people have a jones for power and are hung up on wattage. I prefer a speaker that is much more efficient with a hight SPL output.

Hello are these two roughly the same in sizes?

I just wanted to know if the EV is a BI AMP speaker?

Wow, I got the mackies and they are great. But these ev's sound at least ten times better.

I have 2 EV Zlx15P almost 2 years now it really sounded great Crystal clear crisp and no problem at all pushing to the hi volume until LIMIT is displayed on the DSP you have to slide down your mixer so it wont diaplay the Limit again and thats it. Awesome speakers.

@Hubjeep

2 жыл бұрын

Yup! I like how they really spell it out on the display. Cut and dried!

i went today to a Guitar Ctr and demo’d the MACKIE 15” against the EV 15” (which i use weekly at a club, for over a year now and do love the way they sound;) BUT .... i bought the MACKIES, in person they sound as good as the EV’s (but DO have more midrange - which can be dialed back on the DJ/mixer) and for the $100+ less (each) totally worth it, i’ve had a mackie mixing board since the 90’s that’s amazing so i am a fan of this brand anyway ..... this video TOTALLY doesn’t do the MACKIES justice!

@ArtofZenDigital

4 жыл бұрын

It’s hard for me to agree with this. I have 3 sets of PA DJ Speakers, two QSC K12.2s, two recent Mackie Thumps, and lastly the EV ZLX 12BTs. The QSC K12.2s are cleaner overall, and have more head room. They can go well without a sub, but sound a little harsh without a treble cut, and the bass is too pronounced, so a slight cut is needed there too. The EVs sounded nicely balanced, also, on nights where I don’t strictly DJ, I do karaoke events and DJ in between. The EV sounds nice by default, but has a slight fuzz from the Class D amplifier. Lowering the limiter to -2 cleaned most of that up. Now I run them with the 18” EV EKX 18” sub with the cutoff set to 100 or 120. Either of these sounds beautiful. As mentioned, the headroom is much lower, but for a room of 150 or lower, that setup is perfect. The Mackie Thumps have more fuzz when someone is singing and there are silent moments in a song. Lowering the limiter doesn’t remove this at all. Also, the bass is more pronounced, and it’s not clean either. Lowering it still results in muddier highs. The only thing I use them for is as a floor monitor. I love to properly EQ mixes, and the Mackie doesn’t ever actually sound nice. Also, the build quality is lower. The EV and the Mackie aren’t even close to 1000 watts. The RMS of both are closer to 250 watts. Compared to the QSC, both limit more quickly playing the same songs. The difference is that the EVs sound clean and I can use them for live sound, plus, the DSP is excellent. I use the QSCs for wedding gigs, and bring the EVs out as back ups.

I have owned and used both models. I prefer the EV over the Mackie. It is a much flatter sound than the Mackie. The Mackie is too bassy for me. When I need to get loud and fill a large room, I add the EV EKX18sp (1300 watts). I set the cross over at 100 htz in each unit. I also own the ELX12p (wood cabinet) EVs. They sound better than the the ZLX12P, but not as loud. Not sure which is louder between the Mackie and the EV. I didn't like the Mackie tone as much. So I returned them without really pushing them. EV advertises the speaker at 1000 watts. When I had one of them serviced recently, I was told by the technician that the RMS output is only about 600 watts.

...ok I understand your problem when you recording. You are not sending a mono signal. That’s why sometime there is so much differences between both speakers. All in all the EV ZLX 12 seems clearer but a little bit less bass.

Good day Wilbert I'm a professional reggae DJ...I have ev all the way...you can play them loud for hours & don't have to worry about over hearing or clipping..& sound quality is excellent..

@africangodman6145

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not a fan of powered speakers, what's the best passive speakers in the EV series?

Yeah to my surprise EV sounded better... unfortunately I bought the mackies 12s... they still sound good a lot of bass...but I'm sold more on the EVs now after hearing them side by side... thank you great videos! 👍

@DJActionVasquez

5 жыл бұрын

I've been using EV's since 1983. I still use an EV-centered mid/highs cabinet that I made. And, with EV having more affordable choices nowadays, it should always be included in speaker buying research

Great video 👍 thank you Sir.

Whats best for Tech, Deep, house music??

EV was a much clearer/cleaner sound, the Thump sounded somewhat muffled at times in comparison.

@3dcsheldon

5 жыл бұрын

Muffled, he left the sticker covering half of the horn, what do you expect. he should have taken the sticker off before doing this test.

@donstevenson2170

5 жыл бұрын

It would help if the host would have removed the marketing sticker that was partially blocking the tweeter on the Mackie...

@markwitt811

5 жыл бұрын

I have personally listened to both of these speakers side by side and the Mackie definitely sounds muffled compared to the EV. The EV is $100 more but well worth the money. The Mackie sounded ok by itself but then when you turn on the EV there was no comparison. EV sounded a lot clearer, much better sound quality.

@calebrabion

3 жыл бұрын

It's all on how you set your EQ. Any muffled sound is easily cleared up.

I use ev products and mainly zlx. Zlx is definitely a much cleaner sound. There is only one thing that isn't cool with them and that is they tend to lower themselves in volume after running 4 to 5 hours at loud volume. But the trick to use at Loud volume when it's truly time. A wedding is average 7 hours. So for 2 to 2.5 I run them at 40 percent then once ready to pump the party up I crank to 70 percent. Typically I use subs but some events don't require it. The DSP in my opinion does make a difference. The new 1300 watt mackie seems to have good low end but I feel the sound overall wasn't crisp. Sounded more flat toned in the vocals. The highs seemed to work higher when you did the test after you mentioned that the zlx has dsp. But obviously not being side by side I'd say both speakers will work for most type of gigs. For Live Sound though I'd go Ev. My two cents on this. Happy choosing fellow Djs and Entertainers. Ps...your videos are very informative and I have definitely learned alot. Thank you.

I can clearly hear the EVs are clearer/cleaner sounding and produce more bass therefore, worth the extra few bucks. Icing on the cake is that the ELXs 12Ps sound even better. IMO.

I feel that the room affects how the speaker on the left sounds comparing to the right speaker, its very similar to your other comparison video, where the left speaker from my point of view sounds better then the speaker on the right side..

I can say the EVs are an great speaker and they sound better than the Mackie in a side by side comp

Please show Presonus AIR series vs EV ZLX, their price is really close and division seems similar.

Buena comparación Electrovoice 👌🏾

good vid thx!

It would help if the marketing sticker that is on the Mackie is removed so it is not partially blocking the tweeter...

The Mackies sound brighter in most of the demos...but they also have a hollow sound.

You should do a video of the JBl Eon 612 vs EV elx 12p or even better JBL-PRX 800 VS EV ELX 200 VS MACKIE SRM VS RCF ART MK4 JUST SOME IDEAS

Thank you!

Do the EV play stereo Bluetooth music

Buen video Gracias por agregar subtítulos en español

What the song on the first one

You should switch back-and-forth quicker so we can hear him equally. I think the EV is better sounding overall.

Good one, Thank you sir

Better alto TS415 or MACKIE THUMP 215 ?

I have mackie thumps and honestly I do believe the ev’s sound cleaner but I run my thumps with a sonic maximizer through a mixer and honestly that makes it sound so much more than it’s worth and the extra power is a huge bonus

@JGilly-cp1tk

2 жыл бұрын

Would u go as far to say when equalized they could sound better than EVs

@the61919

2 жыл бұрын

@@JGilly-cp1tk Yes! I’ve had my thumps for about a year now and have use them for all kinds of scenarios, DJ, live performances, etc they’ve never clipped on me and I’ve pushed them hard, with proper equipment these speakers sound way more than their value alone.

@the61919

2 жыл бұрын

@@JGilly-cp1tk I have family members who have Ev’s and when they hear my thumps they are surprised they cost less, of course I run them with processing and other equipment that helps but I’ve played them with no fancy stuff other than just a mixing console and that’s still enough to make a difference, Ev I’ve always noticed clips easier and quicker than the thumps, I was hesitant also but so glad I went with mackie

Thanks, Robin, Another excellent vid. Really appreciate these product comparisons, so informative. EVs win this one IMO. I have a pair of EV Zlx 15ps and they sound great, I use them for DJ and they fill a regular size function room with 100 people with ease. However, they clip v easy in club mode if you push them. you can get more volume in music mode before they clip. They also get hot as hell on a long night. You can smell them getting hot. I've considered buying two small fans to run behind them to keep them cool on a big night. Would love a video on Subs for the zlx 15ps. Can't afford to buy x2 EV Subs at the moment, so I'm wondering how budget subs would sound? Or would I be wasting my money, and better off saving up for the EV 18s? "You the Man Robin " Keep up the good work! From Bren Dublin Ireland

"I think the first one gives you a richer tone but the second one has more depth" - says me listening through some cheap $2usd-gas-station headphones XD

I own both speakers in the 15" models. The Ev's sound clearer but the Thumps are louder and have more "thump"! The Evs clip easier.

@MonieMusic

Жыл бұрын

I'm kinda looking at some Mackie 15" Thump boosted series to play along side with my 15"EV ZLXP speakers so that I can have just a bit more Thump without having to get any Subwoofers. I don't play as many Big parties anymore, but I sometimes worry about my EVs clipping. I have some older 12" EV lxP that still do good, but they are heavier than my 15" ZLXPs!

I'm hearing better highs and clarity out of the EV

I need your help please. I want to buy some good quality speakers, but I don’t know which I should buy, . The speaker that I have is always getting overheating. I need to buy a better one, thanks

@ArtofZenDigital

4 жыл бұрын

Go with the EVs, I’ve been using the ZLX 12ps since 2016, and recently switched them to the ZLX 12BT, which is the same speaker, but with Bluetooth. There was nothing wrong with the ZLX 12ps, I was just hoping that I could control them with my phone the way the way one of my EV ELX 18 subs can be controlled. You can save money by getting the regular model. You’re not missing anything with the Bluetooth one. Also, while the QSC K12.2s I have sound better, they also cost much more. If you get the EVs, get a sub and set the sub cutoff to 100 or 120hz, it’ll sound beautiful, and doing so will actually give you more headroom. That’s the best advice I can give you. They sound clean and I’ve DJing weddings with both my QSCs and my EVs. For crowds above 150, or larger halls, the EVs limit too soon, and you’d need either another one for reinforcement, or a set of speakers with more headroom. I have the Mackie Thumps as well, they aren’t reliable, nor do they sound clean. I wouldn’t trust them for a wedding gig. They don’t sound crisp even with careful EQ settings. They always sound muddy in the high range, and too pronounced in the lower range. There’s a class D amp in all of them, despite the price differences. The Mackie has the lowest quality one. The EVs need a hard limit of -1 or -2 on the DSP to remove some of the hiss, it never really goes alway on the Thumps, hence the price. On the QSCs, it’s almost not even there. The thing is, headroom aside, the EVs sound clean, and they’re reliable. Just get a sub and the padded covers, they dent very easily.

What was all the rum rumming? I didn't get any information out of that. Also, please announce which speaker you are testing when you test it as they look very similar. It will improve your videos.

Unfortunately you're not hearing the actual speaker. You're hearing the microphone reproducing the sound . A different microphone would give different results. Only the guy in this video is experiencing the true sound of both those speakers.

@teatrolites3446

5 жыл бұрын

Chris Mendoza the difference in sound quality would still be apparent no matter the mic

@mr.sepik2105

3 жыл бұрын

Vloging Challengers the camera has a mic, every phone and headphones have different sounds. There’s nothing better than to hear it in person

@JuliusDeBerryJr

2 жыл бұрын

You can still compare the sound that is heard even if through the mic. Of course it's not accurate, but you can still compare. (If you want to)

Hello. Awesome videos always. Can you do a turbo sound sienna vs qsc k12.2? It be awesome if you can thank you!!

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

TourboSound and QSC would make great videos, But we don't have them in the showroom yet.

@ManuelRivera-rz7qk

5 жыл бұрын

expert island ok thank you the reason I ask it’s because there is not much about turbo sound. And I heard them once and they are impressive loud and clear. But love some opinions about it.

@nenesitomas

5 жыл бұрын

I will request a quick switch between speakers lasting 1to 3 seconds nex time please.

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

I will add that to the next demo

For 2 cheap speakers that I would never use as main speakers, I would choose the EVs. But would only use them as monitors.

the ev has a more throaty warn distorted classic band stand sound, where as the mackie has a much tighter cleaner sound that almost sounds a bit empty like they are not being driven hard enough.

The EV ZLX 12p has a much better sound than the Mackie Thump 12p. I have had a bad experience with the Mackie Thump I have blown a set of them. I have never blown a EV speaker. And I am a Mobile DJ. I own a Pair of EV ZLX 12p's & 15P's as well. I love my Ev's! Bottom line you get what you pay for.

Please compare the ZLX to the EONs

I just got a EV ZLX12BT and it seems to have less bass than the ZLX-12P. is that the case? or am I just not hearing it right? The ZLX 12BT is just the ZLX-12P but with the extra blue tooth. Can someone let me know if I should return it? OR I don't have them both to test. Thanks!

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

Are you playing music from Spotify or KZread?

Mackie is so Treble and Sound cracking little bit and Ev sound so Nice clear puchy bass

Yeah ev sound way better. Trying to sell my Mackie's right now. I see why most djs buy evs or qsc. Personally Yamaha make the best speakers in my opinion. High price is the issue, 😆! Thank you island man you are the best around. 👍👍👍

Hi! I curently have Sony Shake X30D and i want to ask you should i sell it and buy a pair of Mackie Thump 15A for small gigs 30-50 persons? Would Mackie's sound louder than the Sony? Thank you!

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

the sony is great for home or backyard parties but if you're looking at 50 people it"s a good time to look at the Mackie.

Increíble las Ev...

I think the Ev wins this battle. It has much better sound quality in your demo. Boss idol, you must know the rms of those speakers, the manuals are there for you to find out. Thanks for sharing this videos. God bless😊

Hi. Can you do a video .... Rcf evox 8 vrs jbl eon one? Thanks.

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

That would make a great video But we still have no RCF in the showroom yet.

for my NEED i have the 12a its better . $200 less for the pair so you can buy mic cables or other stuff for the ev price and the people in the gigs wont notice the difference . plus the 12 a come with a sub eq function wish is very easy to deal with when conecting one.

I own a pair of the Thump 12A. Extremely powerful Bass and Sound for a lightweight 12 inch Cabinet. 1000w for Low end and 300w for High end. Did a gig for about 100 people no sub kept speaker at 50% and mixer main never came close to red. Best bang for your buck.

@thomasrudder9639

5 жыл бұрын

Ya, except they sound like shit. I mean as long as you dont mind a speaker that sounds like shit.....youre fine.

@djangelortiz

5 жыл бұрын

Thomas Rudder Nah I disagree - Tweaking the Mid and High on EQ gets me the sound I need. Find me a 12 Inch 1300 W $299 that pumps as much - I’ll wait..........

@djanthonypereda

5 жыл бұрын

I'm thinking about buying a pair of Mackie Thump 12a, are they loud enough for small to medium size venues? I DJ old school hip-hop and r&b.

@djangelortiz

5 жыл бұрын

par671 If you’re looking for a reputable brand name for less than $300 these are the ones. They have alot of Bass for such a small lightweight size. Great for small to medium gigs. Anything over 100 people I would recommend the 15a or an additional sub. If youre looking for $400 and up then I would recommend EV or JBL.

@djanthonypereda

5 жыл бұрын

@@djangelortiz Thank you for the info. I'm definitely getting a pair of Thump 12s with a subwoofer.

Electro-Voice much clearer. Mackie’s had more low end, but you’d want to pair these with subs anyways. EV’s sound much better to me.

I want a portable speaker in my truck. I want something really loud. My budget is $500, which is the best speaker on the market? Thanks

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

xpredition 8 here is the video link kzread.info/dash/bejne/mWRnqtOEetHcmqg.html

thanks for the demo, clear winner here is EV I think

@expert island in what eq setting did the thump was was it music or live?

@expertisland

5 жыл бұрын

I think it was Music.

@xavierortiz1298

5 жыл бұрын

@@expertisland in my personal experiance they sounded not muffled

@xavierortiz1298

5 жыл бұрын

@@expertisland hey how do u know that the mackies are clipping

I used to have an older Mackie very heavy and that used to shut down went overheated does the new Mackie have these problems? I’m still convinced EV is a better way to go cleaner in sound

@expertisland

2 жыл бұрын

No hotter them any other speaker and if you play in side the limit of the speaker you should be good.

That is the only model I don't like because it has only 250w rms. I love the others EV. Between those 2 speakers Ev has more full sound. Mackie looks better for live music (guitar and vocals not band) and Ev for Dj's. In that range of price and quality my choice is Jbl 612.

EV has always been better, everybody knows that, the only reason I have the Thump 15" BST it's because EV did not have the Bluetooth available until September 2018 and I got the Mackie Thump on May 2018,🙄 bad luck, so I will probably put the ones I have for sale🤣🤣

I choose the alto Ts315s

Anyone know how to connect 2 EVs speakers using bluetooth to and play them both through my phone at the same time?

@Altonivel93

3 жыл бұрын

Link them and connect bluetooth to just 1

The EV's sound much better in this video but watch out, it is a deceptive comparison. I tried both the EV's and Mackies in store and though the EV's sounded cleaner and clearer for rock and pop, their bass end couldn't handle hardcore EDM or dubstep, etc. It got very muddy very fast with the EV's. The Mackies can also get louder without clipping. So for a live band or rock/pop DJ, the EV's will win, but for EDM DJ's you want the mackies because the EV's just can't handle heavy bass. They sound horrible in the bass range. I suggest you listen to both in store before deciding.

@EnterJustice

2 жыл бұрын

This was a helpful comment. Mackies marketing for the THUMP is all about that bass - but EDM/dubstep bass is a little different from your typical hard rock band...

The EV sounds more detailed and clearer. But, i have read about tve amplifiers in the EV ZLX. Is it a common fault with these amps to get burned?

@TheGuitarvette

4 жыл бұрын

I`ve had ZLX-12s for four years, and while they haven`t fried yet, I could probably cook an omelet on them when they heat up. Poor design, horrible ventilation, and their output compared to what they advertise is abysmal.

@kalledisco

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheGuitarvette if i buy a new PA, i think i will buy JBL EON.

Electro voice zlx12p is very perfect

EV ZLX 12BT vs JBL IRX 112 BT ?

Zlx its the best monitors on 2016 2017 2018 and elx 200 15 are the best of 2019....the king so far

@victorccordobasonido

5 жыл бұрын

Zlx 2014, 2015

There is a Utube video where an electronics tech shows that the E/V are actually 250watts rms

Y hace ev 12 i am so happy great speakers

I don't know what it is, but Mackie always sound like they got a blanket over the speakers muffin the highs. I'll probably get me a set of EV'S someday

Unblock the tweeter on the mackie w the sticker... i own these mackies they can run all night w no problem or overheating...