Mackie Thump Go vs Alto Busker, Battle of the Budget Battery PA World $350! Sound Demo Comparison

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Alto has a number of important features I didn't mention that the Mackie doesn't have: From the App besides treble and bass there is also a mid control for the Bluetooth channel. On the back of the Alto there is a physical switch for line/mic, there is a USB charge port, FX volume control,48 volt mic switch, and numerous reverb choices. Features Alto wins Hands Down!

[@bcinbergen9097]

Thanks for all the reviews. Purchased the Alto for my daughter to sing thru. She has yet to use it but Im confident thanks to your demos

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Glad I could help! Get back to me, how does it do for live performances?

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Viewer comment: I agree Thump Go are great I own 4 and have used them almost every weekend they are really built like a tank and the battery life is amazing!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Positive viewer comment: I bought 4 of the s1 pro speakers and sent them all back the battery was a big fail for music playback and voice I only got 3 hrs max and when I bu a product I expect it to work as stated, I waited to see if something else would come out and the Buskers I bought 2 and the battery life is amazing, the sound is loud and clear and the mixer is far superior as far as features, I am buying 4 more my experience , I am 15 gigs in with these , they are loud and portable 4 hrs and the battery doesn't come off the green

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Next video: Budget $350 Alto Busker paired with $900 Bose Sub1, a Real subwoofer! Spoiler Alert: Huge difference! True full range sound 🙂

[@superpeyeye223]

on battery only with bluetooth which lasts longer?

[@christianpaulroldan4010]

So which one has true full range?

[@exilioscar]

Thanks for your reviews. Always brings the light about this universe of professional audio.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Appreciate your kind words!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

I don't think I mentioned, the Alto Busker has a USB charge port to charge your devices, original Bose S1Pro doesn't have this!

[@captnsavem]

Thanks for the review. I'm looking for the smallest budget speaker to use at work in a factory. Leaning towards the alto because of size and price. At max volume on Bluetooth is there much clipping or distorted audio.?

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Perfect for that application! Zero distortion at max but gets very lean, missing bass really starts to show and starts to sound harsh.

[@NollaigHealey]

Excellent review ❤

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Appreciate the positive feedback!

[@kkmusic607]

Which one would you use for an outdoor ceremony. One microphone and one input for music.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Mackie is louder at 115dB vs 106dB for the Alto. Outdoors when the wind kicks up you will need those extra dB's. Go with the Thump Go.

[@JHGurganus]

While I was watching the comparison, I was thinking that the Mackie just had a bigger sound. But then I questioned myself and wondered if I was kind of suffering from a visual placebo effect. Then my wireless headphones died. I continued to watch and I think you verified that the Mackie kind of sounded either bigger or more full. But I definitely agree it was close!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

I guess you can't argue with Physics. Mackie, larger woofer/larger enclosure=better bass.

[@Mr.Brolic]

Does the pink flamingo 🦩 add more bass 😅

[@gregsterc5294]

Thank you so much for the great video! Please keep these coming because they are very helpful!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Appreciate for your positive feedback!

[@chumbels]

Thanks. Really leaning towards Alto. Battery life???? Maybe you mentioned it.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

I usually charge at 50% so I have no idea on max battery life.

[@AleSuggests]

Did you take a look at the new Mackie ShowBox presented at NAMM '24? It'd be interesting if you'd review it. Thanks for the nice vids!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Thanks for your support! I would like to. Since I have an Everse 8 the specs are very similar and the EV App is far superior! I think only people who need multiple inputs would trade their Everse 8 for the Showbox.

[@bradleybaum1217]

I'm considering the Thump. I need it for an outdoor wedding. I think I may need two. I want to keep it simple. Other use may be for an outside 4th of July church event. I want to keep it wireless. How do I include a microphone - wirelessly? I will just use a laptop for the music source.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

You will need wireless receivers which get expensive for quality units.

[@Eddie-cs1dk]

Hi, Weiss, Ev everse 12 is out today. Though similar to ev8

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Louder but much heavier!

[@ZackPomerleau]

Louder for tracks. Couldn’t get much more usable volume for guitar

[@MyDJcontrol]

I am waiting for your review about the new Mackie ShowBox vs Everse8. 😊

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

I would like to. Since I have an Everse 8 the specs are very similar and the EV App is far superior! I think only people who need multiple inputs would trade their Everse 8 for the Showbox.

[@PmsPeace]

Hello! Thank you for your video. What would you recommend for a clean sounding classical guitar and a singer? I don't want to add any subwoofer. Just carry a portable PA, to play on the street and small wedding occasions. Your comparison videos are really good, thank you 🙏

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

First choice, EV Everse 8 followed by Bose S1 Pro Plus.

[@sdmackpictures]

I purchased one for use at wedding ceremonies. After hearing the strong performance of one, I ordered another one and coupled it with my 18" RCF sub and will use these as my main system going forward. So, I went from using EVOX 12 speakers with an RCF 18" sub to using two Alto Busker speakers with the RCF 18" sub directly from the controller with no Driverack PA2. I may decide to use my portable rack to house the Shure wireless, furman power conditioner and Driverack PA2. I'm so impressed with the Alto. If i need more sound, I'll get two more Altos and call it a day!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Wow! I would never believe little Altos replacing RCF. Your write up should be on the Alto website!

[@crypticflair5191]

Hi, wanna get enlighted, if the Alto would be good for the bass sound of a drum pad? I have a setup for dance or pop music where the bass is kinda bouncy. I hope the bass sound doesn't get crunchy

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

NO! Little Alto has zero bass. If you want bass from an electronic drum pad you NEED a small subwoofer. Alto with sub makes a great budget rig! kzbin.info/www/bejne/on7OlZmOr9eoiKs

[@johnvlahos2530]

Which PA would you recommend for playing rock/metal guitar with backing tracks?

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Really depends on your price range and weight limit. In the portable/battery PA speakers I focus on Everse 8 is my favorite. If you don't need internal battery QSC K12.2 or similar RCF line is #1

[@nazar_iv]

Thump go has a built in feature that works as a noise gate, it completely cuts off the quiet tails of the sound during live performance, do you khow how turn it off? Thank you.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Sorry not sure??

[@duranmxx]

Great content, pls make a comparation video between the everse 8 and thhe jbl eon one compact!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Thanks for the idea! Everse 8 is louder with a much better App. JBL has a 7 year warranty/EV 2 or 3 years. Both similar sounding high end. Everse has a better low end.

[@alanball2754]

Looking for advice, I have 2x mackie thump go, mainly used at home but have a outdoor family party coming up and looking for the extra thump, any suggestions? About €600 budget, I can stretch the extra little bit if needed

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

If you run from a mixer a small sub would take that system to another level! Behringer B1200 least expensive, next up EV ELX 200-12sp.

[@jonathangraham6412]

Which one is best for a busker? I play guitar and sing

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Thump Go is more full range. Alto size/weight is biggest advantage but lose mid/low end performance.

[@chickens3050]

The Thump Go’s tweeter is on the bottom. Might need to raise the Thump Go more than normal to get the horn to the intended audience

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Good point, I've heard that.

[@eduardduncedeno6091]

Disculpa no se ingles y se porque no me sale traducción, pero una pregunta en donde pones el peluche ¿es el sonido del mismo?.

[@juniorhdez9168]

Si. El que tiene el peluche encima es el que esta sonando

[@t.murphy5978]

One thing I'd think to emphasize: Mackie says mixer w 2 channel, the Alto really has 3 channels when you count the 3.5mm over in the BT channel. That'd be important to me in some situations. Alto wins.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Good point-thanks!

[@chumbels]

I'm ready. Alto or... Mackie thump ?????? Help.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Need more info on your application? Will you be using a subwoofer with the top? Bluetooth play important? Do you need the smallest/lightest? Is max volume the most important? P_laying instrument or tracks?

[@denbo6054]

😊I definitely thought the Alto had a much cleaner sound that in my opinion would work better for accoustic guitar And vocals where as the fuller although more muffled sound of the Mackie might be better for electric guitar leads with some distortion. The Mackie would also be less likely to expose small mistakes whereas the Alto would definitely not be very forgiving as it is very clean and clear through the sound spectrum. Just my opinion

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

I think you are spot on! Alto with a subwoofer is an excellent full range solution, but adding a 40 lbs subwoofer defeats the portability factor and is no longer an all battery rig. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKq8eYuAftBlZ9k

[@yan5362]

Stuck between this Mackie which is around 510 USD and the jbl partybox 310 which is at 650 USD. I like nice loud vocals ans specially loud bass. Which one?

[@jhariette]

Mackie!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

PB310 max 101 dB Mackie same max dB but poor bass! For your application if you don't mind the heavier weight get the PB310.

[@chumbels]

Hard to compare sound on a phone.. which has better battery life? How long does each last ? Anyone know? Thanks.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Not sure but Alto has an ECO mode that might come in handy?

[@BluegillGreg]

Thanks for your auditioning of these little PAs.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Appreciate your positive feedback.

[@superpeyeye223]

on battery only with bluetooth which lasts longer?

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Sorry, I have never done any long term tests. At 50% I charge.

[@mikep1489]

If you have headphone jack on your phone you can plug in the Mackie the mix out works for the sub unfortunately most newer phones don't have headphone jack I'm using old Samsung S8 plus don't want to go get a new one because of the no headphone jacks lol

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Thanks, I'll try it, but losing Bluetooth kind of defeats the purpose of a small portable PA.

[@timothyandrews5975]

​@WWeiss-nv5vz you can get Bluetooth adapter for cheap that connects into the aux input and you can wirelessly transmit from your phone/laptop

[@timothyandrews5975]

This works on RCA inputs as well for non Bluetooth pa speaker 😉, I use the 12" church pa speaker as Bluetooth speaker with this setup at night to listen to music.😂

[@shaneberckman]

Great video I am intrigued by the Alto Busker. I finally picked up a Everse 8. I am playing with the app and the eq today. I put the Everse 8 on my Alto TS312S subwoofer and was pretty impressive. I might have to get a Busker and try it next on that subwoofer. LOL I will probably pick up a ev 12" subwoofer also to match up with the Everse. Great video! Im with you about the mackie thump go's they lack in features but sound good. Thank you again can't wait to see how the Busker dose with the Bose Sub1!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Busker with Sub1 is a great budget solution.

[@iansanchez1470]

That is the Speaker I saw when I walked in a guitar center

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Latest: Mackie $351 Amazon/ Alto $338

[@Emotionalist-yt8vl]

It really helps n gonna buy Alto 🎉

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Glad I could help!

[@NukePooch1]

I like them both, but the Alto sure seems impressive for its tiny size.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

It is!

[@almaximus03]

Thank you!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

You bet!

[@mikep1489]

I was just on the internet browsing the everse 12 was released

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Too heavy for me at 31lbs. To me that weight is not portable PA anymore.

[@Emperorjones]

Quality of the amps, dispersion, and the built like a tank quality… Mackie every time.

[@michaelbattistamusic]

Would have been good to hear these speakers with drums and bass. Whatever this strange music is it’s not what you would be using the speakers for.

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Sorry for the Strange music but I have run into copyright strikes with KZbin using recorded tracks!

[@mallkrawlerz620]

Mackie is the obvious winner Frequency range Frequency response Max Db at a wider range of frequencies Air displacement There are just soo many things that a smaller speaker can’t do

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Agree, only size, weight, and features advantage would sway me to Alto.

[@mallkrawlerz620]

@@WWeiss-nv5vz with that said I purchased two of these. Haha my Mackie thumpgos are literally the same size as my cp12s so I really wasn’t sure why I purchased them to begin with other than the battery and Bluetooth part. Speaking of technology, I like the size of altos but the app is a nightmare. Connecting the speakers, connecting to Bluetooth and linking the speakers together is a nightmare

[@Robertas-u5l]

as such a small alto is very good

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Small but mighty!

[@ALEXANDERCRUZMARIMBA]

Para hacer una prueba de audio con una pista tan mal elegida 🤦

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Alto Busker over Bose Sub1- my new #1 Micro PA! Of course Everse8 is better but much more $$$$ kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKq8eYuAftBlZ9k

[@franciscogonzalez1472]

I buy JBL EON one and change for the Mackie Thump Go, is better than the JBL stronger and louder sound and the price $360!

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Agree, but JBL has a much better App and a 7 year warranty.

[@vicmars6145]

Mackie is 800

[@rodolfoedu1]

Everse 8 or Alto... lives shows singuin soloist

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Everse 8 is MANY leagues above Alto! Only reason I would take Alto is for lightest weight and smallest form factor.

[@junacebedo888]

Makie is brighter than ALTO

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Agree, and louder!