You just have read my mind! I can’t wait until the new year! Thanks.

So how do I contact this company???

Merry Christmas

My brain was not firing on all cylinders this morning when I shot this video. Very long day, but wanted to get something posted on the project. I spent so much energy working out the logistics of the desk build itself that I didn't have much left to do a video with it. Of course, after some rest, you get that idea & I'll get that video put together after Christmas. We'll talk about in-home studio benefits and some different components you can use for whatever your needs, wants & budget happens to be. We can look at some different set up options as well as ways to grow & expand, even with limited space. See the cool ideas you get after a little rest? Have a great Holiday!

Happy holidays Brian!

Looks very cool and neat. Merry xmas to you and yours

Very nice set Brian, Happy Holiday to you and your family from DJ Wash.

Thanks for all of your videos Brian. Great content and I have used many of your tips.

Nice set up Merry Christmas Brian

Merry Christmas Brian

Merry Christmas Eve!!

Thanks for making this video Brian, I get it now.👍

You still got it kid Merry Christmas to you and your's

I'm old school, I remember the days of hauling around 18" Cerwin Vegas... Never again! I run RCF J8's for all my private events.... not only are they compact, but they sound and look great!

Merry Christmas too you and your family brian

Sounds like the 4 sub guy wants to rattle ballzzz

Four years of being right and then EV decided to prove you wrong 😂. It was very interesting to hear your take on it, always appreciate your videos (from one DJ vet to another). I'm very excited about the 70/100 series. Curious how much bigger they have to make it though... They were able to make a reasonably small and lightweight base on the 50, so "maybe" they have some tricks up their sleeve for the new offerings?

I always used the Evolve 50;s with FBT Subline 112sa subs, I LOVED THE SOUND. But i sold them for RCF NX910A and RCF 905 15 AX subs. I REGRET SELLING THE EV's because they sounded better than the RCF. Believe it or not, the FBT Subline 112sa little subs sound better and play deeper than the RCF 905 15 AX sub. Plus the RCF NX910a has a constant hissing which seems to be normal for RCF. Guys stick with the EVOLVE 50's and go with a 15' or 18' sub under them if you need that BASS

Go big or go home.

Great and absolutely right, even some pro djs set it wrong! Thumbs up!

Been djing for only three months with my first two shows now under my belt already. Been really struggling with impostor syndrome . This video was really helpful. I needed it, thanks.

Love The videos. You should do one when do djs should use Remixes! I like Ultimix Funkymix, etc. I used to use Them all the time in Bars and clubs in the 90's early 2000's. Not so much now.

I actually got into the digital mp3 era (after being out of DJ'ing for years) via MixMeister Pro 5. That was what brought me into the "modern age." From there, I learned Serato Scratch Live and also Ableton (which I use for any pre-event production work I need to do). You can't go wrong using software that you know... especially in a live environment.

Great video, I always learn something new. Ie I didn't know that about the 12s. I have 2 questions, I admit I might be thinking about this wrong but. I want to buy into the evolve line. In your opinion would it make more sense if you are only buying one set to buy the 50 m and be able to turn it down for the smaller crowds and up for the bigger crowd sizes? Second question, I have a outdoor wedding in May. The client is in a band and has invited people world wide. So I don't know from 500 to 1000 plus maybe plus plus could be there. I was considering the etx line with a couple subs to match. Of course now you have me looking at those 12s, just wondering your opinion?

Brian, do you have any issues with the Evolve 30 or 50 hitting thwir limit pretty easily? My fear is nweding that extra volume for peak hour and not having it.

I like this video and I also agree where you don’t need a big super duper sound system booming an event, I focus on the dance floor where people can get up and dance while others who want to catch up and talk sit further away and are able to talk to each other without screaming at each other, also it gives the bartenders more comfort understanding what someone wants to drink. I just got home from DJ’ing a double sweet 16 and the dance floor was enjoying the music and the rest of the people were in conversation. Thanks for the video.

I use Mackie. I never had any issues. Always great sound.

Brian, great video, most of my events depending on size of venue and guests would dictate as to how much sound to use, 98% of the time i use my JBL SRX 812P x 2 (Tops) and JBL SRX 818P x 2 (Subs) plenty of headroom, the other 2% I use a pair of Top's JBL SRX 812P which work great. I have found that the column speakers once you start driving them with songs with Low frequency, they tend to clip speakers, and you can hear the speaker limiter activate constantly. I have often said that they are good for small events, example cocktail hour for a Wedding or Ceremony, House party, they sound good, but I feel they lack when you have to turn it up a notch.

I use a German HK Audio Elements system that doesn’t seem to be available in USA. The Evolve system is very similar except the HK Elements system is designed to be scaled up with extra bass speakers and/or extra tops as required.

All off demmmmm

I normally run my 12” Sub at -3 very rarely do I put it at unity.

As usual Great Video and thank you for sharing your knowledge!!!

That’s a Huge Venue compared to what we have here in NEPA

I use 1 12” EV Sub and 2 12” QSC tops for up to 225 to 250 guests because most venues here in NEPA are not that large.. Anything more is over kill.

Hi Brian!!

I think it totally depends on the client and the conversation you have with them on what their expectations are. If they want a club atmosphere, then I would go hard in the paint. Multiple Subs and Tops if you have it. If they want to party, which to me would mean a combination of dancing and being able to talk to one another, I would keep it medium hot. Maybe 2 tops and a Sub. If you’re just there to set a vibe like a small gathering, I would swing one top and one sub and call it a day. Ha. I should watch the whole video next time before commenting. I agree wholeheartedly Brian.

Great Video - you are so right - even coverage at a lower level is so much better for weddings where the older generation attend If you only have point source then sometimes angling the speakers down into the dancer floor is good - if people want to dance they go to the dance floor area - if people want to speak they don't go to the dance floor area - simples

good stuff....

I’ve used 2 evolve 50 and 1 15 inch subwoofer for 220 people in a big hall. And it works really nice. The sound was full. No complain.

My old system had passive speakers. Two tops with 8" woofers and two subs with 12". All powered from a 100W amp. I did well with 200 people and no one ever wanted me to crank it.

Us sound engineers use this formula: Size and type of room (like dead or lively on the reverb) x type of event (including type of music or speech) x amount of people = system needed. And I would only go 15" top if I wasn't using a separate sub. For everything with a separate sub INCLUDING live music I would've go larger than a 12" top (18" sub) or for smaller events a 8" or 10" top with a 12" or 15" sub. You could replace the 12" top with a double 10" top (and so on). Usually does wonders for voice intelligibility. Most important thing is knowing what your system is capable of and accordingly learning how to ride your master fader.

Honest opinion Anything more than 250-300 people Unless you know what you are doing, bring in a professional company You can do some real damage trying to cater for that many people

Hollywood Dj is the spot! Great prices and they carry a huge range of equipment that isn't usually in stock at most local shops

2 rcf a312's never had an issue with sound up to 250 people i want a 12 " sub

I love column arrays. I have multiple different brands/sizes in both white and black because they are my go to. I try and use them whenever I can. I don't usually feel like it's volume I'm missing but just bass because I like a lot of bass and a lot of what I'm doing is bass heavy music so my favorite combo is just columns paired with a sub. Usually just an EKX-18 or sometimes 2 depending on the venue and type of music I'm playing. Sometimes an 18" is overkilll so looking for a small portable sub and leaning towards a Bose Sub 2. I always always always get unsolicited compliments on the sound when using column arrays, and I can't think of many if any times I get those same compliments using point source. Guests notice the difference as well, I've had people mention it in online reviews as well, the most recent being: "Their equipment wasn’t obnoxiously loud and it was clear! "

Allan at Hollywood DJ is the Man!

Etx 35p are the tall 3 way Ev speakers 1:30

I just wrapped up my work holiday party with over 400 people in a 7,000 sq. ft. room, powered by two QSC K12.2s and two QSC K112s-and it absolutely thumped!

You always need 50 percent more than minimum it’s give you wiggle room. And a safety net for malfunctions

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