EV Everse 8 VS AlphaTheta WAVE-EIGHT

[@NickSpinelli]

Do you own either speaker? What are your thoughts?

[@Rugerman205]

EV for the Win! 🏆 Size, Price, Watts, SPL

[@snowballentertainments]

And they just brought out the Everse 12 for not much more money!

[@donnycollins1797]

I also use multiple mics at ceremonies. Two lavs and one for a reader, so I use a mixer. I use the Everse 8 and love it. I've got two and two Everse 12s.

[@frankiefrezko]

Personally I got two of the Everse 8 , smaller , easier to move plus I link both Everse either with an xlr or my xvive and you get more loud clarity for ceremony with the mic. Then after the ceremony I use one for my monitor , practical and great speaker.

[@ChrisRulewski]

Great vid! However,With the Sennheiser EWDX you can run 2 wireless transmitters off the one Everse8 5V power. Does that change your final thoughts? 😊

[@masterpdj2623]

Already ordered two a few weeks ago, I also use 3 or 4 wireless mics for many ceremonies and I always use 2 speakers for both sides of the ceremony. When I finally get them the'll replace my 2 Mackie Thump Go's. Thanks for the funny review.

[@jonathanberube5056]

With the everse 8 you can power two mics (Sennheiser EWDX dual mic/ expensive option) (Shure Slxd dual mic/ my option and cheaper). I use that (2 lavs) and an aux cord for ceremonies (don’t trust Bluetooth). I like the technology behind the wave 8 but can’t get over the size and ugliness. Great review Nick! Thank you!

[@cellojoe]

My buddy said he uses the alto stealth wireless pro system with two Everse 8 speakers and loves it.

[@jayharrison9617]

LOL couldn't wait until the end. The commercials got me. I hate bluetooth. When I turn the volume Up or Down I want it to work immediately. Nothing worse than having people say I can't hear anything or it's too loud and you make an adjustment and have to wait for it to work.

[@stricklypoetic]

great detailed and honest review as always

[@djpatrickgc]

Like the more bass and the soft dome tweeters! 🎶

[@djbrentcarson]

I’ve heard the Everse 8 & it sounded great. I typically use multiple mics, lapels as well, so I agree that the Wave 8 would be the better purchase. Plus the SonicLink is clutch! Great review!

[@J-DJ]

SonicLink = SKAA Audio transmitter/receiver........same spec as I see it

[@bboiholo]

Can you connect the sonic link transmitter to any controller or mixer? Of so, where do you plug them ? Rca to Main/booth?

[@justingarret4776]

You can also use the usb c out on the wave 8 to power a microphone receiver. I have an Alto TS08 with a battery pack for a wireless ceremony speaker currently, it has the usb out as well and I use that to power a wireless mic receiver. With a small battery pack velcro'd on the speaker I get about 4 hours cranking. May have to look into upgrading to the Wave 8 this summer.

[@williammurray6872]

Great video, I’m watching here in Mount Laurel, NJ!

[@NukePooch1]

Soniclink doesn't work with the onboard mic mixer, correct? So if you're planning to use a pair for ceremonies, you're forced to use an external mixer into the soniclink dongle?

[@FSP.Entertainment]

Great review! Yeah I agree about the one mic only drawback for the EVs. Wave Eight 8️⃣💯

[@DJErrn]

The x rating is for particulates, dust etc. good rating to know if you do burning man for example.

[@DjPositiveP]

Great content brother as always.. you done a video on your updated ceremony setup yet? 🤞🏼

[@stick_nick]

400 vs 110 watt and 121 spl vs 111 spl is a no brainer

[@Ronniezim]

That + the weight difference….

[@NickSpinelli]

114 spl for the wave eight **

[@stick_nick]

@@NickSpinelli still significant

[@NickSpinelli]

@@stick_nick yeah on paper, in real life they’re both just as loud

[@djjerryg_soundexpressenter5874]

Like Nick said, doesn’t matter between the watts, or the SPL, they’re both just as loud

[@sterlingeventsbysge]

Great review as usual Nick! To be honest, I'm still happy with having Everse vs the Alpha-Theta. I use 2-3 mics at times and can still make it work with the EV. The worst part of the ceremony setup is carrying the tripod. It is absolutely clutch. Now that said, I would be interested in the A-T for satellites if I didn't already have a really nice wireless sending option. Alto Stealth Pro receivers are amazing, and you can power them from the 12v connection on the EV. It still remains truly wireless and the setup is simple. All in all, I would still go with the EV since it handles everything I need to do, without having to haul anything that won't fit in a small backpack.

[@J-DJ]

Cool setup 👍

[@nielsb1303]

@@J-DJ How do you make 2-3 mics work with the ev. External battery?

[@J-DJ]

@@nielsb1303 Try ask @sterlingeventsbysge 😅 but i guess he uses some sort of dual mic wireless systems, you know 2 mics on one receiver and then both mics out of the receivers mix output........just my guess

[@pablomiami]

@Nick saw your ceremony setup video (thanks for that, think is the first and only video showing them in the wild) Have you found ANY issue with the wireless at all? I've been going back and forth between these two (everse8 and Wave8). I've been using the Mackie ThumpGo 8 strictly for PA/Ceremony and for remote outdoor Cocktail hour. Being in Miami, they love outdoor events, and of course it never rains, except whenever I have to have a speaker setup outside smh..hehehe.... Love the fact that these are IPxx rated, and seem to be protected even with an XLR connected, unlike the Everse who seems water protected only on Bluetooth

[@NickSpinelli]

@@pablomiami no issues at all as long as it’s within 65 feet and in direct line of sight. I have had them cut out when I tried to run a second one around the corner behind a wall for cocktail hour… has to be in line of sight

[@cloudthedj]

EV8 til i die. The EV app and control for ceremonies is amazing. We just need that sonic link to be available across all speakers. DC is clutch then use a halo bolt for your second mic.

[@J-DJ]

Take a look at SKAA Audio specs similar to SonicLink

[@jlepre752]

@@J-DJ $500 to use SKAA with Everse 8?

[@skiddz17]

Here's the thing. Everse 8 has digital mixer included, its smaller, its got a good battery, and it powers a mic receiver. Wave Eight, it is heavier, a little bigger, slightly less loud, BRAND NEW WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY, and still rocking. If you already have Everse 8, I wouldn't sell yours for a Wave Eight unless you're a trendy on top of technology type. If you have been debating on an Everse 8, this is where I can see a potential option to get the Wave Eight. I especially think the technology for the wireless transmitting is going to become a really big deal in the near future. You won't go wrong with either choice based on what I saw. Thanks for the videos Nick, appreciate having something to feed my hyperfixation with DJing 😅

[@djviewer]

Probably would’ve have been better to compared the Everse 12 to the Wave-Eight?

[@mannythedj2023]

EV 🔥

[@brianpark5117]

The wave 8 would work perfect for one venue I regularly DJ weddings. ceremony outside; Reception outside in different spot which is outside of the reception hall. So being able to setup outside reception hall and have the sonic link to the wave 8 inside for dinner

[@leonardorosario3255]

I really appreciate your humor and energy during you reviews.

[@dancarthen3634]

Damn that Wave 8 is huge! I'd just get the Everse 12.

[@snowballentertainments]

I’d like you to try the Everse 12 vs the Wave Eight. They are similar size and similar in price.

[@jlepre752]

Thanks for the review vs Everse 8. What's with the 1/4" mic input? That should be an instrument input, so I hope it functions as such. I have been gigging my Everse 8 for over 6 months, and it's been a game changer. I don't think that I will be getting the Move 8.

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

I own the Everse 8 and it’s great for ceremonies and cocktail hour. Then I use ceremony speaker as a monitor. I also got the Everse 12s for bigger shows but I don’t know if I’m going to use them lol.

[@johngambino5854]

I just got the EVERSE 8 and constantly limits out any idea on how to adjust

[@camcandotv]

I love all the features.. but I can't get over how it looks.. I'll stick to my 2 everse 8s for now lol

[@djilyaz]

Why don't you put a splitter or power strip on the output in the back of the Evie so you can power multiple mics

[@dj_rys09]

How does compare to the everse 12? Since its basically the same dimensions as a 12 inch speaker. It is closer in size and price to the everse 12 seems like a better comparison there. The handle and wheels just seem cheap to me like the adj powered 12 speaker that was out awhile ago.

[@Lectrosoul]

Lack of replaceable battery on the Wave Eight is a major concern... especially considering a few reports of people only getting 2/4 hours at 75% battery... its expensive for a device without user replaceable battery

[@mayhemaudio]

On sonic link what tranmiters are currently out their. I know new alpha thada has it build in their controller but it there a plug and play tranmitter units out their if you don't want to run their controller.

[@NukePooch1]

Nope... It's not built into controllers...you have to plug your controller into the dongle, even on the Alphatheta controllers... Take a look at Dani and Streetheart using SKAA technology...they're available now and will run any controller and speaker.

[@DJShellingz]

what is the frequency response range for the Pioneer

[@Lectrosoul]

20Hz-20khz it's what Alpha theta claim but not advertised... in reality who knows, no one I've seen has measured the frequency response..

[@palastirolandrobert4575]

Great video Nick!😎 One note if no one corrected yet, IP actually stands for Ingress Protection, but the rest of the info there was correct.

[@djstevemixx9572]

Your a funny dude. 😂😂😂 Legendary Status my brother

[@FlawlessDJs]

My ceremony setup consists of a Denon prime go and 2qlxd shure mics and Maui 5 go but I might switch to 2 wave eights

[@joshortiz404]

Hey Nick. Does the link receiver works on other or all djs controllers ??? So we have the option to use the wave eight. Or does it only work with the Omnis-Duo controller only . Did you have the option to use your Rev7 with the Wave eight speakers without the cables ?

[@ramonvaldez8050]

Compare it to new Ev everse 12 when have a chance please as well Yorkvile mobile tower

[@djjaydee7706]

For me as a wedding DJ, it is important that the speakers can be aesthetically adapted to the location and also look modern. The Alpha Theta definitely don't do that.

[@NukePooch1]

What bride isn't a fan of the "walmart electronics" look? LOL.

[@monologemitidioten8052]

The AT look is way better. The look like a proper speaker.

[@ramonvaldez8050]

Compare to Yorkbille exm8 please

[@iamdjtask]

Hey Nick, Great review!!! With the rundown on your Ceremony setup that you described, does that mean you pretty much ALWAYS need power at the site? I often do Ceremonies out in the middle of nowhere and everything needs to be running on battery. In these situations I use a Bose S1 with my iPad for music via Bluetooth, and then a Shure PG58 combined with an Xvive U3 for vows etc. Of course with a pair of Xvive's the S1 will take 2 x mics.

[@NickSpinelli]

I have Jackery batteries so I don’t ever need power. I set up where I like! 🤣

[@iamdjtask]

Cool solution@@NickSpinelli

[@ShowemRight]

Wait, are you related to DJ Spinelli outta Boston that has that KZbin Channel DJ Spinelli who plays some of the smoothest R & B music and Old Skool music with no cursing on any ?

[@MRSHAKEOFFICIAL]

What happened to the two mic Ew-dx sennheiser receiver? 😂 I use two mics with the everse 8…

[@NickSpinelli]

I need to run it through a distro as well. Really busy airwaves in NJ/NY

[@ryleysmithson]

Do you guys use the Bose S1? It’s everywhere in Australia.

[@jeremyparker6392]

I just sold mine to go with the everse 8 but in all honesty, The Bose is a great speaker for ceremony or general listening. I always got compliments with it. People were surprised at how loud and clear the sound is. It’s 50 bucks cheaper than the everse and will definitely get the job done. I just wanted a couple of the features everse offered like an app ,eq on the Bluetooth, and the extra spl.

[@djed7371]

Great video Nick, I’m a new DJ and was thinking of getting the Everse 8 are you interested in selling it?

[@dreamentertainmentnc]

Nice review, but you forgot that the ev has BT link to another everse 8.

[@djNineshoxxx]

nice one nick i know what to get to replace my jbl's

[@IdealEntertainmentSC]

Everse with DJI Mic or Sennheiser EW100 system for me. I also use the ew100 system for wireless from speaker to speaker.

[@DJCuhhhstin956]

Id be embarrassed using that wave-eight at an event vs I'd be confident just off the look of the everse 8 alone

[@vacoumy]

No sound comparison?

[@Baxter2005]

I like the fact that you can use the pioneer as a filler speaker right from your mixer

[@N3THof209]

Good review. Both of these are good speakers, but you'll get what you pay for in terms of quality and functionality.

[@shawnclark9674]

After using the Wave, do you still stand by this? Leaving the Everse behind from now on?

[@tyler-xh6oc]

With the Everse 8, if you use a mic receiver with multiple channels that’s a potential workaround isn’t it?

[@DJ2Legit007]

Even before I watched your comparison review, my pick was the Wave 8. Cleveland Terry did a great review on the Wave 8 showing how it sounded cranked up and I love what I heard. The low end didn't disappear. That's important to me. Anyway great review!!

[@Lectrosoul]

Good luck easily replacing the wave 8 battery

[@djjerryg_soundexpressenter5874]

I hope this is a good one because I’m about to pull the plug and purchase 2 Wave Eights due to the wireless feature, which is supposed to be better than Bluetooth

[@NickSpinelli]

This will answer every question you have.

[@billmccay755]

Will the RCF Fan Boy go EV????

[@jmlv4351]

Can you compare them vs the party box jbl ultimate?

[@henzbikertv916]

You can use dual mic for EV

[@ururaycarvalho1262]

Everse 8 is excellent, unbeatable

[@chromemusic4401]

Of course Nick picked any thing other than EV. He’s now in bed with Alpha Theta😂 isn’t RCF gonna get jealous 😂. We all know he hates EV products. Look at past videos. Thanks for the review

[@schizorecordspassau]

What’s about EV 12 vs alpha theta?

[@NickSpinelli]

12” sub vs 8” sub isn’t a fair comparison

[@schizorecordspassau]

Yeah but it’s in the same price range and for DJs (not wedding) who search for a good speaker for outdoor raves which is more than just loud and chunky (soundboks) it’s interesting to compare. I mean the alpha theta possibility to link three boxes and use just one as an subwoofer (via app software frequency steering) is unique in the Batterie PA market (since now) and could be compared to a stereo Everse 12 set.

[@eecycee6073]

U tried Nick but I feel like your leaning towards wave 8 speaker

[@BenJamin-ou7kd]

More watts is needed on the evrse to compensate for the the efficiency of a bigger cabinet on the puoneer, inwould still go with the durability of a titanium driver than a soft dome tweeter

[@DjTecniq]

lol the Wave Eight looks like a Peavey from like 1995…

[@djmachado_flow]

I agree. Pioneer wins. Well for me, I'm blind, and can't use a screen on a speaker, so those traditional knobs and buttons work for me!

[@kimblerogers328]

E.V ... Electro-Voice or E-Verse?? Just noticing it in the comments ... which is it?

[@jelliefishproductions9216]

Love it! Which lapel mics do you use for ceremonies ?

[@NickSpinelli]

Shure SLX-D

[@mm-2018]

Yo nick .alpha theta should sale the wireless technology in a box package to use with existing speakers and controllers.

[@mrkodimen9095]

Very helpful youtube channel. I really enjoy your content, keep up 👏

[@whosjondoe]

Great review Nick!

[@atiegs]

Use a mixer, multiple mics, but use IEM transmitter (P9T from Shure is best bang for buck), and use older SLX4 receivers (soldered, according to Shure website, to make compatible with P9t) and you're golden! EV Everse all the way. Just waiting for the Everse Subs to come out! Pioneer/Alpha Theta can suck a fat one (IMHO).

[@grahamwiggs3417]

Thorough review. Thanks Nick

[@djjerryg_soundexpressenter5874]

Thank you, Nick I value your judgment. I’ve seen several reviews similar to yours. I’m now going to order two of the Wave Eights from KPODJ!

[@James.KingHTX]

Bruh you got that Wave 8 out angling the EV like a mother fer at the beginning of this video. Makes it look like a 12 inch top!! lol!!

[@Gioxtream]

If price is not an object.....I am looking for the best 8" Powered speakers for live singing . Anyone?

[@louvega7570]

Everse 8 🎉

[@supadjmq]

Nice

[@kojiken32]

Alright wave 8 it is! Very informative vid. Thanks

[@PPCCO.]

You have a great talent of communication, I can't wait to see you cover more categories of technology.

[@djphillmp]

Ev has a feedback suppression

[@jeffreysannicolas5364]

Great testing 😂

[@donaldccannon1]

People be forgetting that SKAA been out for how long…..I’ve been cut out wire n djing with that so that sonic link technology is old news been doing that for past 3 years And it does the same thing as sonic link where I can move it speaker to speaker I’m really surprised no one even talks about them oh well guess I will be still exclusive lol

[@NukePooch1]

Agreed, SKAA is much better, especially using Dani/Streetheart -- get pro balanced inputs/outputs, longer range (external antennas)... Personally, I just use Sennheiser UHF mic transmitters and receivers.

[@philipbalistreri6849]

I’m just buying 2 of each ✌️

[@djellony]

lmfao what did we think it was sickoooooo!!! 💦

[@19Jose91]

I thought first number of ip stands for dust

[@billmccay755]

What happens with the NEXT version of Bluetooth comes out? Wireless connectivity for a remote speaker is nice, but how many of us have an Alto Stealth hanging around that you haven't used in years because is 2.4G?

[@bboymac84]

Why not just have the Sonic link built into the controller. This way it makes sense to buy the speaker! 🤦🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@CerraehLaykin]

thank you for this!

[@Rickjamesdj07]

Everse 12 all the way. I know its not in the same category .

[@dj_rys09]

Technical it is closer in price and size.

[@djviewer]

By the way, you can get mic receivers which run two mics (both Shure and Sennheiser have them) and some brands also have 4 mic receivers. So you aren’t actually limited to only one mic as you stated in the video 😉

[@DJAY-DUBZOFFICIAL]

I really hope sonic link becomes the norm for wireless speakers so we can get full size 15 tops and 18 subs with sonic link

[@J-DJ]

Take a look at SKAA wireless, same tech as SonicLink

[@djphillmp]

Ev everse 8 for me

[@tepanganiban]

I actually think the pioneer looks tight. But im a mobile dj and the everse is extremely more mobile. I also don’t buy new gear just cuz its new

[@jeremyparker6392]

Good luck using this as a filler without any option to adjust speaker delay.