RCF EVOX 12 - 5 Years Later!

[@HughBahrain]

Disagree. EVOX 12 is a super strong work horse. Build quality is very much higher. After buying them for myself, as a mobile DJ, they are now the go to speaker for rental for house parties and small conferences. Also, the bass unit, with one one of our NEXO PS-15s is an awesome DJ Monitor. We also sometimes put the Line Array units mounted onto the Front of the DJ Desk and place the sub units where they need to be. From an aesthetic perspective, all comment on their looks and we’ve never had any complaints whatsoever. There are always going to be new and updated speakers from competitors, and the Evolve 50s are great, but remember who forced the competition to move in that direction away from the double box standard…. EVOX. 12 or J8 broke the mould. From a build quality, none that you mention are as strong as the EVOX. If used under your own use, either are fine. But in a rental situation, over 3 years, none of our 3 sets have broken down or had any form of construction failure - this includes many situations where they are collected from our warehouse, used unseen and returned. Finally, in my personal opinion, I prefer the warmth of the RCF sub to almost any other. Let’s see what RCF do in their next iteration, with the benefit of 3 years looking at their own and other’s offerings… we will buy it I am sure.

[@opaz.]

Rather than "who forced the competition to move in that direction away from the double box standard". I think the L1 from bose 7-8 years before the evox is where it all started forcing the competition to move. A combination of the moving trend for djs finding alternative ways of sound reinforcement and the competition following and moving towards the requirement that djs were discovering.The bass unit on the floor and the height adjustable Line Array above.

[@kellyaustin7487]

I personally prefer the RCF Evox 12 bang per buck. Besides I cannot stand the clip in design where you can't position the top speaker. You would have to move the entire unit. Also the ability to raise the top speaker on the Evox 12 pole so that you get a much better throw above the crowd is far better then those lazy fixed click n' play tops. I think the Evox 12 is still the big winner and was ahead of it's time.

[@opaz.]

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[@MrAkitaDog]

So I agree with you. I wanted to upgrade my 735a and looked at rcf hdm 45a. Sadly non in stock anywhere. I did manage to find after some time the evox 12 system. The feedback I have had from clients has been amazing!. I would still look at the hdm 45a over the evox but I am very happy with the purchase. Shame covid messed up the ability to obtain high end speakers that said my new evox system is a great product at a great price when you consider that it is a subwoofer and top.

[@TheDjelements]

The only negitive about the ev evolve 50 is after about a hour they start to sound muddy and clip quickly almost like it can’t keep up.

[@sdmackpictures]

EVOX 12 is a class act, sounds amazing. I'm considering adding an EVOX sub. I use a Driverack PA to fine tune my sound and control feedback, etc.

[@rickdey5407]

Steve how do you do your setup with the Driverack Pa. I have EVOX 12’s and have the Driverack PA2 and as of yet haven’t set it up as I don’t know where I need to come out of the Driverack to my speakers. Do you just use it as a 2 way system?

[@sdmackpictures]

@@rickdey5407 It’s really easy to set up. Use the setup wizard and the mixer/controller main out goes to the driver rack input. Take the drive racks stereo out to your powered speakers. There are videos online showing how to do it. It’s very simple. If you have an RTA mic, you can follow the setup wizard for that and the feedback eliminator. From there, you need to learn how to navigate through the compressor settings. You can save numerous setups to recall in an instant.

[@sdmackpictures]

@@rickdey5407 some driveracks have an electronic crossover. If so, take the hi stereo out to the speakers. If there’s no crossover then there’s only one stereo out to the speakers.

[@sdmackpictures]

The Driverack PA2 has an electronic crossover. You only need it if you're adding a SUB. I send a stereo signal to my EVOX 12 from the Drivarack and a separate mono signal to my RCF SUB which I recently purchased. The electronic crossover is configured to send 20hz - 150hz to the SUB and 30hz-20khz to the EVOX 12 speakers. Controlling the EVOX 12 with the additional 18" SUB makes the system sound like a night club installation and earned me my first noise complaint when I tested it out at home.

[@thebeatfreakz4278]

Thanks Opaz, you steered me in the right direction... Evolve 50 it is!!!

[@opaz.]

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[@kellyaustin7487]

Evox 12 blows it away on so many levels but to each his or her own.

[@jasonparker1454]

it depends what are ur needs. If you sometimes have a bit larger events of 150 PX or more the Evox12 gives u more Putput then the Evolve 50. As more professional Ragne Speakers are as less Options they have as then mostly you use external processors. So there is no "better" one its more a "better one" for a specific area of use. If its all about mobility and u never go mover events with more then 80-100 pax probably the Evolve 50 is "better" for you. But it will limit you in Output if you need more. For me the Evox 12 is more like a professional PA in a modular housing it trys to find a compromise. the Evolve 50 is mb the perfect Wedding DJ PA for smaller Events. i would have like to have a bit more detailled comparisons in power and sound then just to say "its better" mb to compare all 3 side by side at least check with a level meter see which ones gets sound disortion first and stuff like that.

[@nielsbraeckmans9849]

Keep doing these videos man. I 've really learned a lot about many spaekers. Would be interesting having a chat with you!

[@opaz.]

Make it public Neils, fire away. Every day is a school day, we're ALL still learning. If I can help I'll do my best 👍🏼

[@jetdeleon]

Thanks for this. How would you compare the build quality, ruggedness and durability between the EVOX12 and the ES1203?

[@opaz.]

Equal

[@techmetal2292]

Do you really think the es1203 has better bass? I found it to drop off quickly in comparison, the evox 12 definitely hits lower notes.

[@doc289]

I prefer the sound of the EVOX 12, compared to the RCF 745 MK2

[@kellyaustin7487]

I'll take the Evox 12 over the evolve 50. Flimsy plastic set speaker that you have to set up on a stack of books just to get the top sound over the crowd 🤣. Turn the entire speaker since you can't simply raise and turn the tops like you can the Evox 12. One just feels professional the other feels a bit flimsy. But can you give me your opinion db technologies vs the Evox? Thank you and One love .

[@opaz.]

My opinion on the dB is in the upload 5.24 Evox NO bluetooth NO multiple Channels NO Eq NO transit bags The dB has ALL of the above and is just as robust and solidly built (and available in white). It is much more affordable here and the absolute deal breaker is that the dB is a stereo system. The Evox is only a mono system and the dB has much more power. The only plus on the Evox is the trolley. If the Evox was better than the dB, it would still be in my lockup! 😆 The dB can do everything that the Evox can do at a much more affordable price. No brainer really!

[@kellyaustin7487]

@@opaz. I don't like the white look in any speaker but I agree with you on the dB's. They are worth every penny. 👍🏾

[@opaz.]

Me too Kelly. Although I said it, white speakers are just wrong 😆. They don't stay white for long. Even if you don't hit them they will yellow or belge over time Yes the dB is a keeper!

[@MrCocky73]

The RCF 9 series are a game changer ,they will go harder for longer without loss of quality

[@MobilediscowirralCoUk]

Do Wonder about 945a

[@MrCocky73]

@@MobilediscowirralCoUk if you've the money go for the 945,,i recently bought a set of 915 and im more than happy.

[@georgegeorgio1751]

Yeah but it’s not the same thing ,is it?

[@LezGõr]

@@MrCocky73 how many people can you do with 2 of them in full range?

[@checkavailability3437]

Hey man really enjoy your videos on the latest DJ Gear. I a solo mobile DJ looking at buying a subwoofer either a dual 12inch or single 15inch. Any suggestions you can give ? It needs to be light 25-30kg and pack a serious punch. Iv short listed RCF SUB 705 as ii or the 905 as ii would appreciate if you have any recommendations for a good 15inch sub.

[@opaz.]

Cheers! Sounds like you've selected some good choices. Unfortunately I can't put my finger on a lightweight sub Hopefully others may be able to point you in the right direction Good luck

[@MobilediscowirralCoUk]

Dont bother with the 705 had it and sold it

[@georgegeorgio1751]

@@MobilediscowirralCoUk Interested to know why?

[@MobilediscowirralCoUk]

@@georgegeorgio1751 If was i honest you wouldn’t believe me, just expected tad more power on the amp so not believe 100% that was true 700watts going to that driver* (after a trip to powersoft dealer i learnt alot about how they truly programme them and its in volts not watts and driver inside is 100% not 700watt driver positive note there amps made by pascal amps loads models lol; rcf dont make them) if it makes sense experience i come from nightclub/pub background tell you now if you heard true 1000w driver from Faital Pro & B&C you be like what have i been buying….or missing out on. 114A or HDM45A all day never have to upgrade. Everything has gone up now madness

[@nielsbraeckmans9849]

@@MobilediscowirralCoUk do you use the FBT 114A or RCF HDM45A wiithout subs?

[@kertinaproduction5486]

I just got my Bose pro 32 but not the subs. Then you gave me this idea why not pair it with db sub. Or should I just return the Bose and get the Db?

[@opaz.]

NO. .. You're the best judge of what you and your ears require. I had the dB over 3 years before I purchased the bose. I am constantly trying to mix & match my equipment. If I never had the dB I would not have tried the two together If I had a sub (any sub) I would have tested the column with it. I recommend you demo with a sub if you or a friend has one or demo the column in a store if you can with a sub, you never know what results you may achieve. Try the sub1 & sub2 also, you just may find the sound you're looking for

[@opaz.]

Whether you choose the bose or db is purely down to what it's needed for. They are both also priced at two extreme ends of the scale

[@shaneberckman]

I am very pleased with my set of PRX1S.

[@opaz.]

The PRX 1 still remains "the PA to buy" today

[@shaneberckman]

@@opaz. i can see why. I am very impressed. The sound that comes out of 1 much less 2 of them. And thank you for your reviews because that helped me make the decision to purchase the 2 PRX ONES.

[@opaz.]

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[@tdem72]

I'm looking for an column array system for small to large weddings. My primary concerns is portability and coverage. I am seriously considering the Evox 12 or the Bose L116 Pro. After this video i've ruled out the Evox 12s, but am now interested n the Db es 1203. What do you reccomend?

[@opaz.]

Have you considered the Evolve 50?

[@opaz.]

or kzbin.info/www/bejne/en-UeXyrqLaIlac

[@tdem72]

@@opaz. I checked them out amongst all other systems and decided on the Bose L1 16 Pro. It is the best fit for what I need.

[@opaz.]

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[@stevedub5006]

Just got my evox 12 for $3500 for the pair. Happy with my purchase.

[@opaz.]

WOW, (depending on what deal you got for two) that's $30 more expensive than what I paid 6 years ago. Good to know they're holding value

[@stevedub5006]

@@opaz. you paid $3500 for a used pair as well?

[@opaz.]

Oh. No, mine were brand new from a store

[@stevedub5006]

@@opaz. oh wow. $3500 for a brand new pair is insane. Did they used to be cheaper?

[@opaz.]

Mine were the general asking price over here. dB Technologies ES1203 brand new now can be purchased here for the equivalent of $1325

[@camobuoy]

I am looking these systems atm. My question is Evole 50 or db es 1203?

[@lucabertolaso2167]

Ev50 sound more Hifi but it's quiter. ES1203 is a beast

[@marcosgava4801]

Hi, i am brazilian, what the best sound? Rcf Jmix8 or Bose L1 pro8 ? Thank you

[@opaz.]

Unfortunately Marcos I have not listened to them both to compare the two. Hopefully somebody else can answer that for you

[@LezGõr]

In your opinion how many people can 1 Db es 1203 cover in stereo setup at maximum volume?

[@opaz.]

Upload to your answer coming soon

[@lucabertolaso2167]

Finally the es1203 take the crown. It's the loudest, it can't go below 50hz BUT man, it's 60-100 Hz is strong! You can change FIR FILTERS via firmware, 10% more power. It's also the cheapest of all 12"column speakers. One of the major benefits is to split the column and have better dispersion outdoor for a larger event. To reproduce the same bass response other system need an external Subwoofer. Can you compare with prx one?

[@josealfredfernandes]

@@opaz. es1203 vs RCF EVOX 12? Which hits lows better?

[@josealfredfernandes]

@@opaz. Bose Sub2 vs ES1203? which is louder? which hits deeper?

[@opaz.]

Can't remember, sorry

[@lucabertolaso2167]

@@josealfredfernandes 1203 isn't deep... It has punchy strong 60-80 hz. Its enclosure is small for 2 12's so it is tuned a bit higher than the competitors

[@josealfredfernandes]

@@lucabertolaso2167 🆒sounds great

[@WWeiss-nv5vz]

Would love to see a comparison : EV50 vs JBL PRX One How do they compare?

[@opaz.]

The original EV was a fantastic pa and still is. The unfortunately poor mids, lack of reverb and only 3 channels are why I wouldn't compare the two

[@AaRoN-xn2db]

Evox 12 Made in Italy Evolve 50 Made in China reason why not to buy EV

[@toneranger]

RCF is "Designed" in Italy, made in China. I'd still buy the RCF any day over EV

[@JoeS795]

Do these stack up against ev ekx 15p and 18sp

[@opaz.]

Have never compared them to ev equipment

[@ludovariason]

Je ne suis pas d'accord avec vous. Je préfère mon système evox 12 rcf. Déjà par sa qualité de fabrication made in italy, toujours une qualité sans compromis. Ensuite il va à l'essentiel sans trifouiller tout les boutons, et il le fait bien. Le trolley est un peu certes pour un poids plus lourds mais modulable avec ses deux roulettes intégrés. Si j'avais un points de comparaison, cela sera le dsp dynamique manquant et l'anti larsen plus frileux que sur Ev. Un câble pour relier la colonne c'est vrai mais au moins je me suis dis que c'est plus fiable dans le temps que l emboîtant intégré de EV. Sans aucun regret pour mon achat Evox 12

[@LB-lx8iq]

Rcf double the price from the altos ts415 but don't sound twice as better check out the altos ts415 trust me they bang for the buck at only 400 each

[@opaz.]

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[@Ziggy_v2]

Maybe the interest is because a few high profile DJs made recent videos calling the EV50 trash and others recommending the RCF Evox 12s. I personally think the Evox 12 is over priced.

[@josealfredfernandes]

Portability is always overpriced! Power which is not portable, is not overpriced! Laptop vs desktop. Etc

[@opaz.]

You hit the nail on the head P V , it is overpriced. Thanks for the info too 👍🏼

[@telefan2]

So what column pa is the very best in your opinion? And If it’s a choice between a column or the RCF Art 745, which actually performs best for live musicians? Thanks again

[@DJ8Boombastic]

@@telefan2 the 745 is a beast of a speaker and way different to the column.

[@opaz.]

If this question is for me, the best pa out there at the moment is the best pa that suits you and your workflow. What you require in a PA may not be what I require in a PA. 745 is a great speaker but live musicians will benefit from the wealth of inputs and options available on many column PA systems: Multiple inputs (dedicated for instruments) EQ Reverb....to name a few

[@obibajk5862]

Waste of time watching this review. Not helpful at all.

[@opaz.]

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[@obibajk5862]

@@opaz. UPDATE: I got mine Evox 12 today and I'm very disappointed with the sound especially the low. I apologise to you. You actually mentioned it and I didn't pay attention. Maybe I rushed to conclusion. before I watched your review, I had seen many others videos which didn't really give enough info. I thought here we gomanother click bait. Sorry big man. Your review was actually perfect. The evox is overrated. not worth the price tag

[@opaz.]

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[@dtweed76]

You’re bugging and I’ll leave ur at that. Evolve 50 over evox 12? Nahhh stop o