5 Best Portable PA Systems That Won't Break Your Back - Great For Outdoor PA Systems Too!

[@jonathanhazlett8880]

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[@BennyHueENT]

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Underrated comment

[@nickfeder]

IT’S KUBRICKIAN

[@nitnickers]

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[@TroyNaumu808]

I use Bose S1-Pro. It may not be a Roland but it is still a Boss. It is loud, versitile, and powerful. Good for busking and small gigs.

[@delphinoaleon6436]

Manual reviews are off the hook. Your excitement is contagiously entertaining. With love from America

[@leewot]

“I’m 6ft 5..” “ I only work in metric “ Comedy gold

[@HughOKelly]

I have played on the street with a Bose S1 with piano. Works really well with vocals and can be heard 4 streets away.

[@mizellgg]

Best audio review guy ever. I could listen to you for hours. Nice job 👍.

[@curtpyro1518]

His personality kind of reminds me of Jack Sparrow

[@LoudmanSpeaks]

I've worked with the JBL's,QSC and Bose systems. My experience with JBL is superb with just about all products. A bit more expensive but definitely worth it!... The Bose is really tailored to a vocal and acoustic guitar, low end drops off under 100 Hz. But I think they'd be excellent for a home theater system. QSC is great for the $$.

[@businessenglishlessonseslf8492]

I'd get a bose system cos I can use it for my TV amplification as well as for gigging. I've used Bose ever since they appeared on the scene and I've never been disappointed. Rock on!

[@ianarbiol1809]

Am I the only one seeing Captain Jack Sparrow on this guy’s body language?

[@borg386]

I have the Bose L1 compact and the S1 pro. The ultimate combination!

[@annmaria]

Ah interesting! I was wondering whether they'd work together

[@havenlane992]

How do you combine them? One as a monitor and the other to the crowd?

[@borg386]

@@havenlane992 Yes! Even though you don't really need a monitor with the compact, I've always felt the singer wants to hear " themselves " singing, so I give them the monitor so they have their own personal speaker. The s1 pro is hands down the best monitor on the market, and also sounds great on it's own as well. But the compact alone is excellent on it's own without a monitor too. I use the s1 pro as my primary speaker though because of the Bluetooth, and run a cable to the compact from the s1. Sounds amazing!

[@borg386]

@@annmaria sorry, I never saw your comment. Hope you ended up with a Bose system.

[@cresshead]

behringer has some great options

[@billm4262]

ION Total PA at Sam's Club on sale for $159 each right now. I got 2 last night and they are amazing. Just over $300 for the pair. I love them.

[@SavioNoronha]

I use two JBL EON ONE speakers, with the Yamaha MG16XU mixer. These speakers are way too good, loud, clear and have the perfect amount of bass (neither too less, nor too much).

[@PushpendraChauhan123]

How is JBL208 for small singing session with few accompanist,plz tell

[@austinmillerae]

Yeah that QSC is no joke, pretty nice for sure.

[@somekindofmonkeyapprentice8697]

Just use dagan in every vid Defo the best

[@mikepeytonmusic]

this guy needs his own channel

[@anthonydigeronimo7976]

I really enjoy all the reviews I've seen you do. Obviously you want us to buy the product you're reviewing, it's your job but your passion for all things musical really shine through and to me just that fact alone makes me feel I can trust your opinion. I enjoyed your review of Epiphone Prophecy SG very much!! Keep on rocking my rock and roll brother!!!!

[@borg386]

Tell you one thing about the bose s1 pro, the Bluetooth range is insane. I got 300 feet out of it on a direct line of sight. Sounded great from that distance as well. Of course I was in a huge 100,000 sq.ft building, but still sounded insanely good. Also Many local bars in my area use the bose l1 compact, and it sounds awesome in every setting.

[@kevon217]

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE!

[@markfernandes4165]

Great reviews! Your delivery style totally reminds me of Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean. Good day, mate!

[@corneliusquinn8633]

I see Dagan, I click.

[@mixalizambetas3215]

Class vid mate currently doing small gigs through laney vocal amps but its time for an upgrade. Pop in soon for prices. 👍

[@JackAndrews-Music]

I have 2 x Yamaha stagepas 1K's for sale, North East Engladn, TS12. Message me if interested :)

[@GAMINGNOOBIE]

i use the L1 Compacts and S1 pro's for smaller shows when companies hire. they are good and loud highly recommended

[@erpringle]

I have 2 L-1 compacts and a 4 channel tone match mixer and I love it. Can't go wrong with bose.

[@NotAnotherSatchFan]

What do you guys think of Korg Konnect?

[@benb1738]

What a great time to be alive... yeah...

[@kuyakoi3469]

Does roland cube street Ex still counts?

[@rommieoverton3847]

What are your thoughts on using a PA system for everything? Such as home stereo, Home Entertainment and performing on stage. Using it for a PA system. Thank you so much

[@jonthomas1377]

My PA rig sounds like poop in the living room. Even with heavy eq it just is not designed for hifi. The HF floods the room and bass is overpowering at 45hz... It is just the wrong tool for the job ... put 100 people in a bar and it sounds great.

[@tanomacias4204]

Everything is great but we want to know prices also...

[@tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587]

How much do they each cost?

[@garryroylegr]

This is a brilliant and very entertaining video. Thank you so much for doing it. I love Bose but it's a bit pricey please can you do a longer review of the Eon and maybe include the Bose compact' s bigger brother the L1 S1

[@VancouverMagic]

Does QSC have a battery powered PA speaker/system?

[@ianbarber2937]

What do you suggest for gigging with a synthesizer?

[@Manc-fh5we]

Which one is the best choice for singers using backing tracks?

[@charlierickitt4129]

Really useful, great video as always

[@SanFranciscoFatboy]

great host!!!!! dude should be hired by JBL or Bose............ just as good as TV.........

[@RitchieRosson]

That was cosmic. You know that I have a Corsa! Great video guys.

[@RitchieRosson]

I'm watching again 4 years later. And i've still got a Corsa.

[@antplaysdrums]

thanks captain...jack...sparrow! good video!

[@jerryhollis8155]

No mention of FBT? The FBT Versus system knocks the spots off of all of these set ups

[@jerryhollis8155]

@Jane Thorson FBT is an Italian P. A manufacturer.

[@michaelluczak3019]

Yamaha makes great small to medium sized PAs

[@mattydatboi]

This guy has a Russel Brand vibe lol

[@britishboxer6875]

nope, he is the bf of queens new singer ADAM

[@demzynavarro3415]

More like Jack Sparrow

[@roninaikido5179]

I was thinking about that RUSSEL BRAND WHILE TALKING ABOUT MEDITATION USING P.A. SYSTEM . DAMN I ALMOST PUT RUSSEL WESTBROOK NAME HAHAHAHA !!!😂😁🤣😃😄😅😆

[@caidenhaas2147]

I’m not the only one who thought he had jack sparrow energy

[@spilknasty8923]

Question what was Jonna Hill like?

[@bobbysays]

Hard to imagine any of these little pa systems being loud enough for rock gigs. Maybe a crowd of 50 people at the most. Also, gonna need a mixing board to mic the drums etc...

[@johnstimley4255]

Def go with QSC mini rig!

[@peterp1665]

If you tied 2 of the Roland speakers together, are you able to use 4 mics or will it handle just the 2?

[@brianwolle2509]

plug a mixer into it.

[@turiagaristreamingvideo9612]

Proel seson 4 ?? Rcf evox 12 ?? Fbt ?? Wat category ?

[@sheelmirji5494]

Can we use this for pure music listening in home Leaving room / hall ? Are they great sounding?

[@m4drums]

There is a comment above about this combination for living room, apparently it's not good for that, it will flood the room with the whole bunch of high frequencies and a lot of bass but it's just not designed for hi-fi,, but if you put it in the bar with 100 or more people it will sound amazing - that's what they say, and that's what it's for. Plus these units are spreading the signal in 180° direction for all the people in the big place to get the sound - so it's not really designed for home hi-fi system, as far as I understand from all the comments about that. Sorry for my English, - not my native language

[@EPHONIC]

@PMTVUK I have a Zoom LiveTrak L-8 mixer and want to start a karaoke business. Can I go small for weddings and smaller parties or do you suggest I go bigger like the Yamaha larger PA systems?

[@ToddBarrow]

Excellence!!!

[@thelolguy007]

Rcf Evox 8 if your budget will stretch to it 👍

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

QSC. did not mention if BT and battery ?? Lets compare feature the same on each !

[@PeterDMayr]

This is a great review. Thanks. I have one (stupid) question. Can you hook any of these to a tv (and how, if you can)? Can you have 5 speakers (+1 or 2 subs) working out of the system or could you with added equipment?

[@graceamora456]

I a powered mixer and speaker connected to TV it's easy

[@erikamunozmusic]

How about the RCF Evox 8 paired with the Touchmix?

[@charlycash]

Great review I will probably go with the Roland or JBL. I must say this with all due reapect reviewer reminded me of Johnny Deep doing Jack Black Sparrow from Pirates movies. Very entertaining. 😂

[@alexanderschrager6448]

I was about to say the same thing he was very fun to watch

[@alunlivemusic]

Is the BA330 loud enough on noisy streets?

[@BiggieCiggie01]

Do most PAs already have mixers built in them?

[@urbnctrl]

Most portable systems do yes

[@spikesparks4615]

Love the board, speaker combo.🤘

[@ericzohar1345]

Loved the knowledgeable imfo thank you ! One question, if i may; You said that you are not a P.A person.. What would you use for great sounding max 30 people party or singing gigs.. Thanks

[@maximusheronimus23980]

Hi Dagan, could you use a PA set to create a "live enviroment sound" i would love to experience, my jazz records in a more live stage sound and dynamic manner

[@edwardmirza]

Great presenter!

[@rubenmartinez6285]

Good review

[@patrickrwhite8354]

I have the bose Speakers for 300 people in a crowd. But I am always wondering there are 12 speakers in the tower and the bass stands alone so is this unit Stereo? It's incredibly loud and in small rooms you barely turn the volume up. So question is it stereo.?

[@lukec.6051]

Great vid guys! Defo gonna help when i get enough money to buy one!

[@jedturner9173]

great demo, it aint ez to do one, nice job

[@Brianbauermusic]

Great video!!

[@djpedroabreu]

hi there do you already had tried the HK POLAR 12?

[@wellnix53]

Is it possible to use Saramonic wireless mics with the Roland?

[@aanantharajaram8568]

Thank u brother

[@djslaii2032]

I own 2 of the JBL EON ONE PA's for a year now, and I must say, apart from the flawed 10" sub (no coil vents in the magnet, causing the coil to burn on prolonged playing) it's an awesome design......great loud, clean and rich sound. if anybody do own any of these I recommend replacing the sub with the Bazooka 10” 4 ohm Dual Voice Coil Replacement Woofer (WF1042DV)….has the same specs as the JBL sub..... wiring both coils in parallel for an 8ohm load and it plays even better, (more bass). Best JBL EON YET!!!! GREAT VIDEO!!!

[@dragonstone6594]

What do you think about using studio monitors, (like the Tannoy Gold 8), connected to a Laptop with a sound card for playing with electric guitar? It that sufficient or it needs a subwoofer also?

[@PMTVUK]

That would work just fine 🤘

[@dragonstone6594]

@@PMTVUK Awesome! thx

[@hemamodi7962]

hello sir, i have bose S1 , if i don.t run on battery , it does not get drained right? i have the unit plugged in all the time. i use battery only once in a while for an hour or so. but then i plug it in . is it fine ?

[@geirbyre]

Just love my EV Evolve 50! 👍🏻

[@DallasBarr]

Been wanting to hear one. Tell me more...

[@isettech]

I've noticed a trend in audio aimed at the consumer home practice market where RMS power is not in the specifications. The up to 11 hour battery life and "with it cranked up bothering the neighbors" are contradictory. Up to 11 hour is at low average power such a spoken word. This would not work at events I take a diesel trailer generator set to run the amp rack. The one speaker he mentioned 105db sound level, but did not specify at what frequency and at what distance. For smaller gig stuff, a Roland CM30 cube has worked well and has a power rating. Hard to compare these with what I have as they are using any specifications which would compare to other small amps. Those small systems simply will not replace the thump of a pair of 15 inch 2 way speakers with 2 and 3 inch voice coils. Did anything he showed have a voice coil larger than 3/4 inch?

[@erpringle]

Yeah but at 65 years old, I have a problem with the weight of the 15's. That's the whole point of compact system. Lugging all that weight around is hard on an old body.

[@sylvestercaff5691]

Got a kam rz8a, it's OK at a good price, I like the bose s1pro maybe one day

[@a-1151]

Are all of them good with a bass guitar

[@locarnese5598]

Why do you specify "acoustic" guitar? Won't some of these like the Bose L-1 work with (say) an archtop?

[@brianwolle2509]

loved those same qsc speakers -for a while. then the loudness disappeared. took it back. gave me a used one... same thing. all my other amps... no prob. why the qsc died, i'll never know. they sure were loud, though. $600 for one.

[@dmrobby4309]

Is the s1 pro stereo?

[@patbassman8251]

Any tips for Busking with a bass setup ?, I was thinking it may be possible with my TC RH450 amp ,small cab , motorcycle battery and an inverter to 240v , a friend of mine used to use a Car amp and speaker with a motorcycle battery for his Piano worked well , I cant seem to find and vids of buskers using this idea.

[@gatlinproduction]

What you recommend for a Video Shoot for on the go play back? I was wondering if anyone of the system that runs on battery life that has a power source that I can plug 🔌 in a Mixer inside of the speakers. I have a Roland CD 2000 and I love it because I can make location points or I can use my MacBook Pro using protools if I can power up with the PA System.

[@LTJR.]

I just saw a different powered JBL on Sweetwater I think it was it seemed comprable and it has output for power or power output...charging capabilities for external devices so I guess I'm trying to say

[@Hrcak1]

@Hrcak1 0 seconds ago I’m playing only front of family and few friends. I don’t want use pick up, just microphone for singing and acoustic guitar. That means I need two microphones. Any advice, acoustic amp or PA and which one? Many thanks.

[@skidwick]

Great video. Thanks, Dagan. Interested in a good setup for solo (acoustic guitar and vocal) but which can also add a second person (with his guitar and vocals too). Not clear if the duo is not appropriate for the all-in-one setup. ? Or is the two-speaker setup not appropriate for solo?

[@TheAlbiCollier]

Excellent work mate your like a sane musician version of Russel Brand! Keep it up your a natural!

[@livervid]

Need some general advice. Could not hear audio properly. friend of mine is considering using a PA system hired for music for a charity event of 25 people including Samba Dancers They are only familiar with basic sd card played from a portable music system (£100 max price paid), but NOW want better quality and sound. Is everything generated via Bluetooth? Does it have to be a phone sending the signal, can i player or I pad be used? They are nervous about Bluetooth, can a wired system be used with them? What else should they ask about?

[@GurnamSinghchannel]

Bose line array vs Jbl eon?

[@allanmahmod4264]

Quick question after quick statement?.. Awesome Video Thank You So Very Much for sharing!!! Question, JBL as well as Bose F1 --- good enough for any type of DJ'ing application? Indoor large banquet hall as well as outdoor very large grove type party?

[@DayNNyteDJs]

None of these should be your main DJ rig if you want to do large events. These are all the smaller systems, great for more intimate settings such as coffee shops, acoustic performances, wedding ceremonies, etc.

[@billcampbell8031]

Will the Roland BA330 handle a Keyboard and vocals? Thank you.

[@johnlackner1193]

2 mic inputs, 2 stereo line inputs. Yes. for small venues/events like a coffee shop.

[@juliachrobok3734]

Thank you!!!

[@BrettEvan]

Anyone know which are compatible with a tablet for eq?

[@ed.t.hansen6499]

LBL eon one. again compare those only with BT and battery . how can you compare big and smaller portable; ?

[@edwintapia8110]

QSC SPEAKERS IS THE BEST FOR ME

[@tiffsaver]

THANK YOU for this great video!! I was thinking about the JBL EON system to do some small karaoke parties, but to tell you the truth, the price tag would nearly break me... which is why I really appreciated you mentioning that TouchMix digital mixer and matching loudspeaker. Just one question. For singing in a small venue, does the one you mentioned measure up the much more expensive JBL?? Many thanks.

[@KlimLevene]

Have you looked at the jbl partybox? I think that may be more of what you’re looking for at a better price.

[@tiffsaver]

@@KlimLevene For months, I've been researching every busking unit on the market. Unfortunately, the JBLs don't work on battery power or have built-in Bluetooth. I eventually settled on the Bose S1, and I love this little thing like CRAZY. Granted, its not as loud as its A/C cousins, but for small venues, its incredibly light weight and small size works perfectly for me.

[@KlimLevene]

tiffsaver well the jbl partybox has 12hr battery (claimed) and bluetooth- but if you already have the Bose and like it then all good :)

[@tiffsaver]

@@KlimLevene Oops. I was confusing your box with the larger, more powerful JBL Eon Pro. I checked on the specs of this small speaker too, and decided on the Bose. The overall sound quality and user friendly controls are really perfect for my needs. It's almost like a large bookshelf speaker, and I actually carry it in its own backpack. Thanks!

[@Fragments_Ov_Shattered_Malice_]

Does anyone know any affordable PA systems loud enough for bands? My friend is the vocalist my band, and he's looking for an affordable PA for mostly vocals and is loud enough to keep up with 4x12 cabs

[@Fragments_Ov_Shattered_Malice_]

@@margomartinezmusic6190 I said affordable

[@ryanjohnlis]

Thanks very informative!! John Waterford Ireland

[@robfriedrich2822]

I use beside Bose L1 compact a LD System Maui 5. About microphone I add a TC Helicon Voicetone T1, that makes good sound.

[@ze-ce.cra_]

I'm looking for something to plug my multi effects since it has amp simulation, and I'm gonna use it mainly for practicing in the studio.. Anybody got recommendation?

[@pianodon]

I needed something to power a Hauptwerk digital pipe organ for concerts. I bought two JBL Eon One systems. If they will reproduce a pipe organ in a moderate-sized room oh, they should be good for many applications. I always like two speaker positions , left and right because even when I use digital piano, I like the stereo sound to fill the room. I would also offer the harbinger MLS 900, half the price and a great room filling sound. For my need I would use a subwoofer with the 2 harbingers. However I discovered them after I bought the Eon ones. I think the JBL Eon one will do the job right.

[@Nate-Dawwg]

Ok I need help/advice. I want to start doing my own live sessions in my home. However I want to be able to sing,play guitar, and use my drum machine. Can i do all this through a PA system? Now my other question. I recently bought a vox ac15 amp. I want to mic it to the PA system can i do that? And lastly. Can i connect everything through my boss rc-30 loop station without any problems? I cant find anything on setting up for live sessions. Thank you to whoever reads this and responds. Lol

[@joshhoover1202]

Yes to both of those assuming you have a mixer. I got a used, little (12 channels, so not the smallest) Yamaha one for maybe a little over 50 bucks, so you won't break the bank getting one. There are videos on KZbin about getting whatever setup you want running.

[@Itwiznayme1]

It's Kenny Everet. !

[@FLOPSandBART]

That was great bro..I was just looking @ buying the "EV EVOE 50..Just on AUD $2,000..ready to set up in 5 minutes.. But after your demo of the JBL EON ONE"-- I'm going to go & demo this..& probably buy 2 of these units instead.. I do like the look of the QSC TOUCH MIX 22 Channel euthanasia the QSC K8.2- 2000 watt..but I want simplicity right at this time as I'm a full time gigging muso..Electric & Acoustic rigs..& I'm hoping I can successfully put my Fender guitars thru this system direct??..& get my sound I need??.. Or o I will continue to use my Fender amps??..& DI into the JBL EON"??.. But I like the set up is Like - 10-15 minutes.. It takes me about 45- 60 minutes to set my rig up now??..& similar times to pull down & more time to bounce out with trolleys of gear, Amps, & guitars.. Etc.. Thank you.. Great review.. 😎🎸🎤🎹🎩👍.. Doc J Feelgood..Surfers Paradise..Gold Coast, Qld..Downunder.. Australia..

[@theselector4733]

Do u reckon any of these rigs would be suitable for a small band ( 2 - 4 piece) running midi files? Cheers