Mackie mr mk3 series is a popular option on the higher end of the price range. We now have two sets of jbl prx635s and are planning on two more. The jbl prx815w 15 active pa speaker is a fullrange speaker that is perfect for both front of house and floor monitoring applications. It also provides a lot of power with 1800 watts and a 15 inch woofer. There are a lot of alternatives available in this price bracket. The black prx412m twoway 12 passive speaker by jbl has an asymmetrical enclosure shape, allowing it to be used as an foh main or a wedge monitor. Active 12 pa speaker comparison buzz speaker hire sydney. Mackie highdefinition audio processing provides unmatched sonic accuracy and clarity. Aug 06, 2012 the weights are close jbl officially lists the prx412m at 35 pounds and ev has the sx300es at 32 so thats plenty close enough for me. This mackie loudspeakers classd fast recovery amplification produces a ridiculous 1,800w of peak system power. Mackie hr824624 vs krk v86 vs jbl lsr308305 gearslutz. Jbl prx625230 rev f package wiring diagram 0714 technical manual. All that said, these speakers are a disappointment.
They may be designed to be almost unbreakable meaning they are not setup for maximum output. Note that none of these value subs will do loud, extremely low bass with low distortion. It wasnt an applestoapples comparison as all the competition were 3way boxes but rather, a solutionstosolutions test. Jbl prx412m twoway 12 passive speaker black prx412m. Whilst both are loud, after trying out db technology opera 405s, i. The jbl prx635 is a very versatile portable active speaker, and delivers really great sound, with plenty of output available when needed without compromising the quality. Jbl 4355 speakers restored by kenrick sound has been delivered to mr. It has handle access openings that allows the speaker handles to be used with the cover. Jbl prx815w manuals manuals and user guides for jbl prx815w. Yorkville, etc, those companies all make good active gear. Jbl prx815w powered 15 twoway fullrange main systemfloor monitor with wifi the prx815 offers the perfect balance between size and performance. Dec 15, 2014 qsc k12 vs jbl prx612 vs jbl prx712 vs mackie srm450 vs mackie srm550 vs rcf art 312a mk3 vs yamaha dsr112 vs yamaha dxr12 vs alto black12 black series.
Jbl prx635 2x15 2way 1500watt powered loudspeaker, single speaker electronics this is one of the best sounding speakers i have listened to. The mackie hd1531 3way highdefinition powered loudspeaker delivers class leading power, clarity, and flexibility in a design that is stunning yet understated. It is compact and light enough to be safely and easily pole or standmounted, and worthy of serious consideration for just about any mediumsized application you could think of. This could be a good thing and make these reliable rental units, but it does seem to limit their capabilities, even if that is only slightly. Product information item weight 3 pounds product dimensions 22 x 17 x 5 inches. We have 1 jbl prx635 manual available for free pdf download. If anything, i prefer the mackie for the hi mids no doubt the 12 driver helps here. Jbl prx815 powered speaker 1500 watts the jbl prx815 twoway, 15 portable powered pa speaker is a member of the most advanced loudspeaker family in its class. Buy jbl bags jbl flightprx635 flight case for 2x prx635, 12inch plywood construction and 3. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs.
The jbl deluxe padded cover for prx635 speaker black is designed to fit over a jbl prx635 selfpowered 15, threeway, bassreflex speaker. Used mackie hd1531 power speaker sweetwater marketplace. You could also try the nxg, which has a reputation as a tighter, more musical sub. We now have two sets of jbl prx635 s and are planning on two more. At buzz speaker hire sydney we were looking to increase our hire stock range with some powerful and portable 12 speakers. An audio amplifier takes a small signal and makes it bigger without making any other changes in it which results in better sound, so any sound source can be connected to speakers. Pa jbl vs mackie when you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. The mackie hd1531 3way highdefinition powered loudspeaker delivers classleading power, clarity, and flexibility in a design that is stunning yet understated. I should mention i dont plan on buying any of these three systems. So, i settled for a small mackie rig of 2 hd1531 tops, and 2 hd1801 subs. This is the second revision and replaces 445212001. Interestingly, the jbl s seem to be more of a dj product in general, with the evs being more commonly used by musicians and bands.
The mackie producer bundle is everything you need to get your home studio up and running with professionalquality sound with 2 microphones, headphones, and an audio interface. In over 20 years of being a dj i have never had speakers so awesome. The hd1531 3way highdefinition powered loudspeaker delivers classleading 1800w of peak system power via ultraefficient classd fast recovery. Mackie cr series is a very popular option at the bottom of the price range. Low vip pricing, financing and free shipping available. Restoration of 220v electric subwoofer with capacity of 250w. Its in the top 3 bestselling studio monitors and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as seismic audio sa10m. The pro sound guys dont like the limited power that jbl put in the prx series.
I compared the 2way zxa5 against the qsc hpr153, qsc kw153, mackie hd1531 and yorkville u15pb. Classd fast recovery amplification produces a ridiculous 1600whd1521 or 1800whd1531 of peak system power. Jun 19, 2011 jbl prx 625 jbl prx 618s xlf dj jason llamas 2 duration. We have been playing with these speakers for the past four months and this is what we have learned, tight and punchy are perfect adjectives for these speakers. Active multifunctional loudspeaker class d power amplifier, power. I searched around and i found the mackie srm650 at a reasonable price and the sound is pretty supreme at 1600watts. So the jbl prx 712 is rated at 2x 750w and the mackie srm550 rated at 2x 800w. If anyone has used the srx800 line, i would love to hear your thoughts. Obvious alternatives include the qsc kw153, the mackie hd1531 and rcfs 4pro 6001a. Use only the mountingrigging points on the loudspeaker enclosure intended for. We have 2 jbl prx815w manuals available for free pdf download. Jbl prx635 amplifier assembly 444741002 speaker exchange. Get free 2day shipping and free lifetime tech support with your order. The builtin wifi provides you with complete control over volume levels, an 8band parametric eq and speaker delay, from anywhere in the venue just download the free prx connect app for your ios or android.
Hd1531 high definition 3 way powered speaker hd1531 mackie. Passive multifunctional speaker 15 1, 2 x speaker twist, 600 1200 watt program peak, 8 ohm, 55 hz 19 khz, 128 db max, 90 x 50, dimensions. Buy the jbl prx635 15 3way powered speaker at planetdj. Jbl prx815w 15 twoway fullrange main system and floor. Qsc k12 vs jbl prx612 vs jbl prx712 vs mackie srm450 vs mackie srm550 vs rcf art 312a mk3 vs yamaha dsr112 vs yamaha dxr12 vs alto black12 black series. Whilst both are loud, after trying out db technology opera 405s, i couldnt go back to the jbls or mackies. Hd1801 cover hd1801 cover mackie speaker cover for hd1801. Looking at the specs for the new jbl prx 712 and mackie srm550 we see that both use 2 amplifiers of half the published power rating, one each for the woofer and high frequency drivers. One last thing whatever brand of power speakers you buy i. More than just another great jbl sound system, the new eon600 is a true step forward in technology developed specifically to deliver the best sound possible regardless of its application. The hd1531 is way smaller then the qsc and jbl boxes, and looks a lot more pro. The mackie studio bundle is a complete recording package with an interfacemonitor controller, 2 microphones, headphones, and studio monitors. Jbl prx635 manuals manuals and user guides for jbl prx635. I love the sound of acoustic guitars coming through these monitors.
Imo, the jbl prx 600 series does not seem to have an excessive number of problems when compared to comparable offerings from the other mfgs. Jbl factory speaker replacement driver 2408h2, 5020337x. When mounting or suspending loudspeaker enclosures, it is essential that load ratings, rigging techniques, and special safety considerations be appropriate for the installation. Not to mention, neither ev or qsc even make a dual 18 for their mainstream powered systems. So the jbl prx 712 is rated at 2x 750w and the mackie.
Jbl prx 625 jbl prx 618s xlf dj jason llamas 2 duration. Its in the top 3 bestselling studio monitors and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as behringer truth or jbl lsr305pair. The mackie hd1531 has more of a stylish and sleeker look to it than most speakers do. This durable, foamedlined nylon cover will protect your mackie hd1531 subwoofer from the inevitable rigors of the road.
Twoway fullrange main system and floor monitor with wifi featuring for bands, djs, clubs, schools, churches, optimized for foh or monitors, 15 woofer and 1. If people are complaining about the fan on the prx series then i turn up your speaker because i dont think they were made to be played so soft a fan would annoy you. Completely rethinking how truly good an affordable selfcontained, portable pa system can be, jbl. In this case, its the threeway, allactive jbl prx635, which incorporates dbx speakermanagement dsp.
Feb 22, 2011 jbl 4355 speakers restored by kenrick sound has been delivered to mr. Our virginiabased experts can help you find the best gear. The prx412m houses a 12 woofer and a 1 polymer diaphragm compression driver for 300w of continuous power capacity. Wifi technology and sophisticated dsp give you complete control over the tuning and performance of your system from anywhere in the venue via the free prx connect app.