WOW!!! This is the first video I saw someone review these speakers, in my V-Moda headphones, and I could hear good bass from these subs. Thank You 🙏🏽. All the others sounded like woofers in a trash can, that lead me to believe these things were over hyped. Thanks!!!
Props to you for showing everything in the vehicle and on the cart, that's all important for me when considering new gear. I'd say 75% of my weddings I also need my ceremony rig and a speaker for that, and the fullness of your vehicle tells me that wouldn't be possible.
Perfect review! I followed the same thought process as you especially with watching the limit flashing which happens on heavy bass songs. I go ahead and crank them all the way up on main and sub and watch my trim and bass knob more closely on the controller. Good thing is i run an external mixer to keep them all leveled. The way they disperse sound is awesome! The bass response is one of the mysteries because it greatly varies with which song versus a traditional 18 inch cabinet bass . Overall I love mine and been getting compliments from Clients and vendors every gig ! Thanks for the awesome review and can’t wait to see your next one
I‘ve heard some Systems, today. EV, Evox J8, Maui 11 G3, Maui 44G2, Maui 28 G3. I‘ve bought the 28 G3. The 44 g2 is too heavy for me. I’m always on tour as a single DJ (with out a stage hand). The 44 g2 sounds a little bit deeper, but 37 KG are pretty heavy.
These are my everyday drivers. I watched the video just to see what I can take away from what I already know. The shaking of column to take them apart was it for me. I always struggle to separate them. I give them a wiggle wiggle wiggle (whistle sound here) and they eventually come apart. The shaking technique in the direction you were going worked 👌🤙
I have to agree with those that are mentioning getting caster kits for that heavy ass sub plus you can start transporting things on top of your sub & roll them easily to your car & save trips back & forth especially for when you work with an assistant, great review as always bro ✊🏽
Hi again Aaron, 10:25 in the video did you remember to disable the AFS (feedback suppressor) in the QSC TouchMix? If not LD system has to give away a TouchMix with every pair of 44 G2s they sell in the future for the customers to achieve same result 😜
As someone who goes to the gym, you absolutely need to get the casters for the Maui 44 G2s!! And if you’re getting booked in venues with a lot stairs, I would definitely recommend using a more lighter system for those type of venues. But overall, after using the 44G2s for almost 2 years, they’re probably the best column array system
Great video Aaron I’ve been waiting to see how you like them. They are the best investment I ever made. In fact, I sold my evolve 50s to get the Maui 28G3. Every event that I do when I do a large event with my 44s upwards of 300 guests in a large auditorium the sound is superb just like you stated in your video guests can have a normal conversation away from the Dancefloor. As Brian Redd put it in one of his videos about column arrays They create a hotspot on the Dancefloor.
First, I would like to say, I love all your videos you doing fantastic job at it. Second thing I would like to predict is you are not gonna keep those Speakers more than a year lol they are huge heavy and I think you are just experimenting right now Until you find the right fit and the right Speaker for you. Because you have bought a lot of speakers already, and sold a lot of speakers already. And I don’t think those speakers are the right fit for you but time will tell we will see.
Agree! Nope not the right system for Aaron, max 1year and he gets tired of 44 G2´s heavy subs, only 2.75 lbs lighter or 97% of the weight of a RCF sub 8003 AS and thats a 18". But of course if he brings a roadie for every gig I could be wrong. But definitely these 44 G2s are something different than the light-weight "wanna-be-Jason-Jani" RCF TT system with dual 8" subs Aaron tried out. The Evox 12 is getting ooooold, but he has held on to the Evox J8 for a long time so maybe Evox 12s is the perfect fit, and now white is also standard. The RCF NXL 14-A (the brand new member of the NXL Active Column Speaker Series) combined with RCF sub 705 or 905 (57.32 lbs) also a super option vs the 44 G2 subs 80.24 lbs.
Thanks bro, appreciate that. These are soooo close. I do worry after a long night, looking at 80 pound subs might get tiresome at gig 45 lol. Having a roadie with might really help. For sure my 28s are gonna be the main pull this year. They did so good last year. These will be for those larger groups/room. We'll see, not a bad prediction though lol!
@J-DJ The 12s are on my radar. Trying to get one to run up against this one for a future video. My search is endless it seems to you guys lol, I kinda love it though. I love speakers, and getting new ones..the mrs doesn't like it as much shhhh
@@AaronStrawn.......and we all appreciate YOU wasting a lot of money on that "speaker-hunt" so we dont have to🤣 Everybody has diff criterias for the "perfect speakers", and reading the comments/commenting gives insight how different the priorities are, or look at Solstice young and strong dual 18" no problem, for me its absolut No go. In the end you´ll find the right system I´m sure - at least I hope so for the Wifey, she must be SO tired hearing about those damn speakers day in day out 😜I think you´ll end up with RCF´s, go on a trip to the RCF factory in Italy combined with 14days holiday in Italy - and you and your wife live happily ......... untill the next new column-array is revealed at NAMM.🤗
Dude you crack me up!!! You are correct with that. I have the version below this one. The LD Curv 500 TS. And I save those for AV and really big groups. The LDG3s are the ones going out every week.
That was a fun review! Can I give you a suggestion...If you don't already use a DBX Driverack processor (approx $500), I highly recommend it. Graphic EQ, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Limiter, Crossover, Sub Harmonics, Auto EQing....Juat to give you options over settings, etc.
My understanding on connecting the Maui speakers is (to include the 44's & 28's) you are required to connect both left and right inputs to engage all of the amps. For example, left out of controller to left Maui using a Y-XLR cable. Try it out and you will see a big difference in your sound. 🙂
A good option to add a good sounding limiter to the system to avoid too much clipping is to use a digital mixer like the presounus studiolive 16r has a really transparent limiter and it's only 1u rack space or the behringer Xair/x32 rack with the combinator effect, it's a 4 band compressor/limiter that sounds really good when tuned right!
Nice coverage, I did not know that about TWS either. Would be nice if there was a marker for line level on these. And you can use a compressor to make a low volume match a high volume. Not sure how to do it on anything other than my pc though
I love these, the look, the ease. I have these as well. Super sexy speaker. I push them hard too, and i have clipped them a few times. That said, while these are not 18" subs or 15" tops, they perform outstanding for most of my wedding and quinceaneras. For 300+ capacity venues, i take my two RCF 8003s and RCF Art745.
Hey Aaron! In your opinion, do you think a full band would play through a pair of these, and sound full and great? Full wedding band, drums, bass guitar, guitars and vocals. 300 people or that. Thanks my friend, love the vids
Hi Aaron, thanks for the review. I've been using the Rcf J8's and love them. Im considering upgrading. Would you say the Maui's are twice as loud? Is it worth the upgrade? I know it's not a fair comparison but I'd like to know if it's worth the price. Thanks buddy
So have you officially worked out the clipping issue? I am thinking about buying some new speakers, currently run evolve 50's w/ an RCf TT dual sub. My current setup works great but the EV's don't throw sound far in long rooms. I own 4 of the evolve's to get around this. I would love a column array where I dont need a separate sub but can throw sound. Your video you went to the back of the room and it sounded like you could barely hear the speaker. Are these keepers or are you going to be selling in 6 months?
If you want a far throw, I think you need to get a point source speaker. The columns def dissipate as you walk away from them. The clipping on the 28s is fine (LD says this). Just don't run in the red
I've got the Icoa 15A's right now. Love the sound LD offers so would love to stick to them. I'm not sure if I want the 44s or the 28s what's your opinion?
Go with the 44s if you don't want to worry about maxing out your headroom. The 28s are amazing for mid/small rooms and party sizes. I like having both!
@@AaronStrawn Thanks for your response! If only I could have both… I’m probably going to get the 28s as there gonna be best for transport and my venue needs.
I had the LD Curve 500s. Great speakers but those subs were just 2 damn heavy. I’m a big guy, 6’4” 250 lbs at the time (232 now). Had to sell them. Evox 12s my man. That’s the way to go.
Get the roller casters that fit on the back you’ll still have to lift the subs in and out of your vehicle, but you can roll them into the venue. Unless rolling everything in one trip is super important. Just saying, they’re much easier to maneuver with the casters.
Each have their pros/cons. I really wish I could get a little more out of the Sub 2, especially because of how light and portable it is as a 15"/18" sub
The stickers help, but then they just piss you off even more when you watch a guest look RIGHT at the sticker and put their freaking drink on it anyway.
They not harsh cause of where the horn is the crossover is likely pretty low like 800 hz 16khz between the column and the horn. This is the reason traditional PA sound better than column arrays. Allowing speakers to do what they prefer to do instead trying to do it all!
If you stack every feature, the sound, the portability, the look, dispersion, abilty and price the Bose 32's with sub 2s just make more sense. I'm bias, but used the 44's 2 seasons ago so i know how they compare. They are good speakers but for mobile use they gotta be better than just good because there's a lot to accomplish for the overall experience of ownership.
The Bose is waaay lighter and more portable for sure. The sub 2 redlining has spooked a bunch (including me). I'm looking forward to doing a shootout with both of these.
@AaronStrawn but imo the redline is more perception than reality, do you ever honestly feel it's not giving enough performance? I've done 2 350 person weddings with mine at 11 o'clock on the gain. They bump. Also I use either a Bose t4 or Soundcraft ui16 with them so everything has proper gain and plenty headroom. I like the 44's, but the 32s ultra wide dispersion, the smooth sound, the throw and weight just make it better for constant mobile use. You can do tons of events with just 1, not sure the dispersion on 44 can say the same.
You might want to invest on a cargo van or a trailer. Those speakers are to heavy to be lifted at every gig. The review was good. Pretty much what I already knew about the Mauis. I wish they come out with the G3 versions but more powerful
Hey Aaron, I have 4 of these, two white and two in black and I do have the not a table signs on them LOL. I also got the LD lock on rolling wheels cart thing for them, game changer. These speaker are no joke especially for weddings sound and looks wise.
@@AaronStrawn I like the casters as they give the control panels a little traveling protection. These 44's chip easy and I thought about padding my Rock N Rollers but I haven't use them in years. I might have to break one of them back out again, not sure why I stopped using them.
The gator cart with the off road wheels is awesome for a cart. You will lose some space saving abilities with the off road wheels but you will hardly ever have any issues getting across any type of floor, even grass.
And some tracks are way more prone to clipping. Louder. Bass heavier. Lower bass frequencies and we can’t see the back of the speaker! Am I blowing this thing up??
Can someone please give the Maui 44 G2 subs a shot of Wegovy, for a 15" sub they are wayyyy overweight at 80.24 lbs vs 82.89 lbs for a 18" inch RCF SUB 8003-AS MK3 2,200W Powered Subwoofer
No adjustable pole...10 people in front of the column will reduce a lot the output. It's heavy expensive. For less Money you can buy rcf 8003 and nxl24 top .
I bought and returned the Maui 28 G3’s good sound but not quite loud enough. I just got my 44’s yesterday…wow!! Yeah, the subs are heavy, as I just carried both to the basement to appease my wife😂 I blew out my testicles on the first sub so I had to find them and pick em up after I finished bringing down the second one. 😂
Bought these last year. Love Love Love them. For what I do (weddings and small parties around 100 to 150 people). I made my own wheel panels for the back as I thought the LD options was too expensive, but I had enough spare wheels, wood and tools to make them for zero dollars. The wood I used was too thin and I'm starting to get cracks around the wheels. I'm just going to use a cart going forward. Buy the LD caster board if you buy these, even at $200 a piece, they are worth it.. I don't think they are heavy at all, plenty of grip areas. Your set up is messy, clean up those wires 🙂
@@chadnliz2k11 I don't get the ripped off comment.?? I like them just fine, got the pair, white, new with cases and covers for 5K, sold my old QSC stuff for 4K. I'm good
For the same price ($6000), you could buy 2 EV ETX tops, 1 18" sub and a digital mixer (QU pac) and it would absolutely destroy these and you'd never have to buy another speaker for 30 years. Everyone needs to chill about speaker stands. No clients care.
@@nodaysoff2005 have fun buying speakers every 3 years. None of my clients care what I use or what it looks like. I'm as high end as it gets where I am. Just learn how to use a mixer and any speaker system can sound great (just about).
Fair comparison. I mentioned this- the allure of columns is their sleek look and ease of set-up. That's why I love them so much. I will say- I get compliments by venues and photographers over them often. I like that because I have a soft ego that needs constant massaging lol
You will have huge problem when people will Dance Near the speakers. For huge parties db es 1203 will be better choice with adjustable pole to put Sound over the people. I have Maui g3 and the sound doesn't move through the guests on bigger parties: Sometimes audio quality is not the only right choice… You will push the limiter and it will not help you much
I'm hopeful because of how tall they are. Plus, spreading them out helps with this. I noticed my gig in December when the J8s were spread out, they punched through the crowd cause people weren't right in front. We'll see at the end of March!
Bottom line is people DO care about presentation and sleek look. In the wedding industry clean set ups matter. If it’s not for you great, move on, but stop trying to change peoples opinions about how a separate bottom and top is better. Not saying your wrong, just saying each business chooses how to represent their brand. This is an excellent choice for the wedding industry and hands down looks and sounds amazing.
Dude I don’t know why you have that mic close to your mouth from what I’ve experienced you hold it at your waist and then pull out 2 feet from your body this is optimal for sound reinforcement 😂
Did you just fking "beep"? Hahahaha. Nice job on the Aarnold voice. Sound effects...hahahahahahaha. The real thing that sets this apart for many is the size. Did you not get the casters that screw on the back? 80lbs is no joke for weight, but still a lot lighter than many other options. Not having a handle in the top really was a missed opportunity. 1, to avoid being a table. 2, to help with lifting.
I have got to say no thank you to this system. For starters the price is getting really high at $6k once you add in taxes. My EV 15SP subs weighs only 59LBS, compared to this sub at 80LBS. I run JBL EON 712'S as tops. I can't see how this Maui system can beat that. But I will may sell the 712's and get the JBL PRX 912's. Better DSP and +4db more output.
I heard these at Harvest of Sound couple of years ago. these things are a beast when it comes to bass compared to other C.A.Speakers. Out of all the Column Array's out there these and the Evox12 are the only ones I would consider buying. the sound is incredible, but yeah they are (what's the technical term.hmm oh yeah) FKN Heavy hehe. only thing that turns me off about buying these is that im paranoid that I'll end up messing up the mounting hardware or that it will get damaged while setting up at a gig and now im outofLuck. and I don't like that you can't adjust the height, but I get why they're are designed the way they are. As far as something to grab on top to help lift, may I suggest using a small ratchet strap, loop it thru one handle, go over the top then loop it thru the other handle and close the loop on top. maybe leave a lil room to fit your hand around it and it will help with leverage. i dunno, just a thought. I've been renting a van for gigs, so recently I've been using moving dolly's from big box stores, stack them, then ratchet strap them to the dolly. they roll out, on to the ramp, onto the van and then rachet strap to the van anchors, easiest load-in i've had so far. I use my rock and roller for the rest of my stuff (cable bags, upLights, furniture etc.).
WOW!!! This is the first video I saw someone review these speakers, in my V-Moda headphones, and I could hear good bass from these subs. Thank You 🙏🏽. All the others sounded like woofers in a trash can, that lead me to believe these things were over hyped. Thanks!!!
It's tough to get a good gage through YT, but I can tell ya, the subs sound great
You're the reason why I ordered these. Thank you, bud!
Let me know what you think once you get them!
Props to you for showing everything in the vehicle and on the cart, that's all important for me when considering new gear. I'd say 75% of my weddings I also need my ceremony rig and a speaker for that, and the fullness of your vehicle tells me that wouldn't be possible.
Same, never seen that in a video before and thought it would be helpful
Can’t wait for this, I’ve been on the fence for a while!
Man, Aaron Strawn about to be Aaron Strong after this wedding season 💪
Killer video man
I'm here to PUMP..(clap) You UP!
Solid review, Erin … Thanks for the cart set up and also loading into your vehicle. Cheers, my friend.
Man I love that controller case!
Perfect review! I followed the same thought process as you especially with watching the limit flashing which happens on heavy bass songs. I go ahead and crank them all the way up on main and sub and watch my trim and bass knob more closely on the controller. Good thing is i run an external mixer to keep them all leveled. The way they disperse sound is awesome! The bass response is one of the mysteries because it greatly varies with which song versus a traditional 18 inch cabinet bass . Overall I love mine and been getting compliments from Clients and vendors every gig ! Thanks for the awesome review and can’t wait to see your next one
Thanks! Yeah at first I was like..huh? And then realized the gains were high, made sense
Bro you funny af 😂 nice review, thinking about starting with the 28 G3’s
@@kevinsmith272 love the 28s! Thanks bro!
I‘ve heard some Systems, today. EV, Evox J8, Maui 11 G3, Maui 44G2, Maui 28 G3.
I‘ve bought the 28 G3. The 44 g2 is too heavy for me. I’m always on tour as a single DJ (with out a stage hand). The 44 g2 sounds a little bit deeper, but 37 KG are pretty heavy.
Another great review.
You need to get the Rock-N-Roller R12RT. It has the bigger wheels for the snow you can encounter
It extends from 34” to 52”
That’s the one I use. Love it. Had the bigger r18 but the R12RT seems to be the sweet spot
Lot's picking this one- gonna grab it
These are my everyday drivers. I watched the video just to see what I can take away from what I already know. The shaking of column to take them apart was it for me. I always struggle to separate them. I give them a wiggle wiggle wiggle (whistle sound here) and they eventually come apart. The shaking technique in the direction you were going worked 👌🤙
Glad that helped, I heard complaints on that and the shake works!
I have to agree with those that are mentioning getting caster kits for that heavy ass sub plus you can start transporting things on top of your sub & roll them easily to your car & save trips back & forth especially for when you work with an assistant, great review as always bro ✊🏽
Hi again Aaron, 10:25 in the video did you remember to disable the AFS (feedback suppressor) in the QSC TouchMix? If not LD system has to give away a TouchMix with every pair of 44 G2s they sell in the future for the customers to achieve same result 😜
lol
Awesome video!! (As always 🙈)
:)
Virtual DJ has an auto gain feature to match your track levels or you can just use platinum notes to adjust your track volumes to the same DBs.
As someone who goes to the gym, you absolutely need to get the casters for the Maui 44 G2s!! And if you’re getting booked in venues with a lot stairs, I would definitely recommend using a more lighter system for those type of venues. But overall, after using the 44G2s for almost 2 years, they’re probably the best column array system
So you're saying I shouldn't go to the gym..thats great news lol
@@AaronStrawn 😂 for solo Ops it’s recommended. But great video and review as always!!
Pound for pound, feature for feature, all things considered the Bose 32 are just better and makes more sense for multiple reasons
Such a cute little cart
Isn't it?
Great video Aaron I’ve been waiting to see how you like them. They are the best investment I ever made. In fact, I sold my evolve 50s to get the Maui 28G3.
Every event that I do when I do a large event with my 44s upwards of 300 guests in a large auditorium the sound is superb just like you stated in your video guests can have a normal conversation away from the Dancefloor.
As Brian Redd put it in one of his videos about column arrays They create a hotspot on the Dancefloor.
Bro, I love hearing this. For sure they are gonna be my larger crowd/venue go to speakers. I'm a fan for sure of the Maui's!
Awesome Video, makes me wanna buy them.. lol... btw what camera are you uising at home? at 9:00 mins
I'm using a Canon G7X mk3
First, I would like to say, I love all your videos you doing fantastic job at it. Second thing I would like to predict is you are not gonna keep those Speakers more than a year lol they are huge heavy and I think you are just experimenting right now Until you find the right fit and the right Speaker for you. Because you have bought a lot of speakers already, and sold a lot of speakers already. And I don’t think those speakers are the right fit for you but time will tell we will see.
Agree! Nope not the right system for Aaron, max 1year and he gets tired of 44 G2´s heavy subs, only 2.75 lbs lighter or 97% of the weight of a RCF sub 8003 AS and thats a 18". But of course if he brings a roadie for every gig I could be wrong. But definitely these 44 G2s are something different than the light-weight "wanna-be-Jason-Jani" RCF TT system with dual 8" subs Aaron tried out. The Evox 12 is getting ooooold, but he has held on to the Evox J8 for a long time so maybe Evox 12s is the perfect fit, and now white is also standard. The RCF NXL 14-A (the brand new member of the NXL Active Column Speaker Series) combined with RCF sub 705 or 905 (57.32 lbs) also a super option vs the 44 G2 subs 80.24 lbs.
Thanks bro, appreciate that. These are soooo close. I do worry after a long night, looking at 80 pound subs might get tiresome at gig 45 lol. Having a roadie with might really help. For sure my 28s are gonna be the main pull this year. They did so good last year. These will be for those larger groups/room. We'll see, not a bad prediction though lol!
@J-DJ The 12s are on my radar. Trying to get one to run up against this one for a future video. My search is endless it seems to you guys lol, I kinda love it though. I love speakers, and getting new ones..the mrs doesn't like it as much shhhh
@@AaronStrawn.......and we all appreciate YOU wasting a lot of money on that "speaker-hunt" so we dont have to🤣 Everybody has diff criterias for the "perfect speakers", and reading the comments/commenting gives insight how different the priorities are, or look at Solstice young and strong dual 18" no problem, for me its absolut No go. In the end you´ll find the right system I´m sure - at least I hope so for the Wifey, she must be SO tired hearing about those damn speakers day in day out 😜I think you´ll end up with RCF´s, go on a trip to the RCF factory in Italy combined with 14days holiday in Italy - and you and your wife live happily ......... untill the next new column-array is revealed at NAMM.🤗
You asked about a bigger cart? I use the Rock n Roller R14. It's bigger and badder lol. I love it though. Great review Aaron!
I think mine's the smaller version. I'll check that out
Great video Aaron. Get the R12RT. I lay the 44 subs down (fits perfectly w cart fully open). Allows you to put another layer of gear on top.
Perfect!
Amazing! And when you say the 44s aren’t worth it or you don’t really need them, send them my way! Haha. Always good content here.
Oh, I'm keeping these babies
@@AaronStrawn as you should!
Dude you crack me up!!! You are correct with that. I have the version below this one. The LD Curv 500 TS. And I save those for AV and really big groups. The LDG3s are the ones going out every week.
Love my 28's
That was a fun review! Can I give you a suggestion...If you don't already use a DBX Driverack processor (approx $500), I highly recommend it. Graphic EQ, Parametric EQ, Compressor, Limiter, Crossover, Sub Harmonics, Auto EQing....Juat to give you options over settings, etc.
My touchmix 8 has all that! I'm still learning how to dial that in- thanks for the tip!
Can’t wait to see it.
My understanding on connecting the Maui speakers is (to include the 44's & 28's) you are required to connect both left and right inputs to engage all of the amps. For example, left out of controller to left Maui using a Y-XLR cable. Try it out and you will see a big difference in your sound. 🙂
A good option to add a good sounding limiter to the system to avoid too much clipping is to use a digital mixer like the presounus studiolive 16r has a really transparent limiter and it's only 1u rack space or the behringer Xair/x32 rack with the combinator effect, it's a 4 band compressor/limiter that sounds really good when tuned right!
I wonder if the touchmix does this
Very nice and cool video 🔥🔥 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
So do you still have these and use them regularly? I think if RCF does an evox mkII anytime soon that will be my end all be all column array.
Nice coverage, I did not know that about TWS either. Would be nice if there was a marker for line level on these. And you can use a compressor to make a low volume match a high volume. Not sure how to do it on anything other than my pc though
I'd like to figure out a way to do that.
You crack me up bro keep it up
Tryin to keep it light, thanks man!
May i ask what app u used for music decibel counting?
HI AND CONGRATULATIONS FOR YOUR VIDEO, COULD YOU TELL ME WHAT MODEL IS YOUR ADJUSTABLE TROLLEY STP? THANK YOU
R2-RT. That's the one in the video. I'm now using the big Gravity stands one
I keep my EV sub at or between -4 to -7 db
Thank's for the review Aaron! How do these 44's stack up against ALL or any of the RCF's you have used?
When I have the choice, I choose the Maui's. I like their sound better
4:20 what app u using ?
It’s called Decibel X
Why did you go with the black versions this time? Was the white too hard to keep nice on the G3s?
@@BigBlockEntertainment Sweetwater sent these over and they didn’t have white ones or for sure I woulda went that route
Get the sub casters kit
Looking into it
Side by side vs maui 28 g3 . I waiting on the g3 mix edition to pull the trigger
That's coming. I did put out a short the other day showing those 2 side by side
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I love these, the look, the ease. I have these as well. Super sexy speaker. I push them hard too, and i have clipped them a few times. That said, while these are not 18" subs or 15" tops, they perform outstanding for most of my wedding and quinceaneras. For 300+ capacity venues, i take my two RCF 8003s and RCF Art745.
Hey Aaron! In your opinion, do you think a full band would play through a pair of these, and sound full and great? Full wedding band, drums, bass guitar, guitars and vocals. 300 people or that. Thanks my friend, love the vids
ON STAGE CART!
Hi Aaron, thanks for the review. I've been using the Rcf J8's and love them. Im considering upgrading. Would you say the Maui's are twice as loud? Is it worth the upgrade? I know it's not a fair comparison but I'd like to know if it's worth the price. Thanks buddy
The RCF's are louder but the Maui's sound better. This is true with the 44 too. Stay tuned, I have a massive speaker shootout video in the works!
So have you officially worked out the clipping issue? I am thinking about buying some new speakers, currently run evolve 50's w/ an RCf TT dual sub. My current setup works great but the EV's don't throw sound far in long rooms. I own 4 of the evolve's to get around this. I would love a column array where I dont need a separate sub but can throw sound. Your video you went to the back of the room and it sounded like you could barely hear the speaker. Are these keepers or are you going to be selling in 6 months?
If you want a far throw, I think you need to get a point source speaker. The columns def dissipate as you walk away from them. The clipping on the 28s is fine (LD says this). Just don't run in the red
I've got the Icoa 15A's right now. Love the sound LD offers so would love to stick to them. I'm not sure if I want the 44s or the 28s what's your opinion?
Go with the 44s if you don't want to worry about maxing out your headroom. The 28s are amazing for mid/small rooms and party sizes. I like having both!
@@AaronStrawn Thanks for your response! If only I could have both… I’m probably going to get the 28s as there gonna be best for transport and my venue needs.
What decibel app are you using looks cool? Looks like you like the speakers but don't love them.
It's called Decibel X
What is the model of your car? I'm thinking of upgrading mine soon to fit in more gear.
I got a Nissan Rogue (2023)
I had the LD Curve 500s. Great speakers but those subs were just 2 damn heavy. I’m a big guy, 6’4” 250 lbs at the time (232 now). Had to sell them. Evox 12s my man. That’s the way to go.
The 2 best 15" sub columns out there. Wanna get my hands on a pair
Looking at Aarons history with the Evox J8 I think you´re right 👍
I'm sure the G3 will have top and bottom sub handles
That thing is the goat!!! Send me a link to the LD group
I was invited to it, I think it's the LD Speaker and DJ page?
Does 44g2 performance significantly better compared to prx one?
Oh yeah
Get the roller casters that fit on the back you’ll still have to lift the subs in and out of your vehicle, but you can roll them into the venue. Unless rolling everything in one trip is super important. Just saying, they’re much easier to maneuver with the casters.
Can you still have the bag on with the casters?
@@AaronStrawnyes. They actually fit better with the covers in the other direction.
I need them in white been waiting almost a year now still not available
Hollywood Dj has them in stock, looks like 6 at the moment. The white are def high in demand
@@AaronStrawn thank you 🙏
How do they sound in your opinion?
I think they are the best sounding speakers I've ever bought
Good for 200-250 people? I am strongly considering getting rid of my QSC k12.2/QSC 181 setup and replace with the Maui 44G2
Have them aswell and love them but not looking forward to stairs. I will be getting a waiter for assistance 😆
No stairs for me bro! That's why I always check on the venue if I've never been. I see stairs..I won't book it
Yo yo yo how would you compare the 44s to the pro32? Sub2
That video is gonna happen
These over the Bose Pro32?
Each have their pros/cons. I really wish I could get a little more out of the Sub 2, especially because of how light and portable it is as a 15"/18" sub
It's about time to do a real comparison between the CURV 500 TS and the 44g2.
Help me get my hands on a pair 😉
@@AaronStrawn I'm sure you have contacts.
Have u compared to bose pro32
That video is coming. Trying to get a hold of an Evox 12 too
omg , I need those stickers!
I just got these for the 44s: amzn.to/49RNCtb
The stickers help, but then they just piss you off even more when you watch a guest look RIGHT at the sticker and put their freaking drink on it anyway.
@@mattdiano3729 that’s true lol. Can you not read my guy??
Is the same 2 maui 28g3 and one sub 15"
I can see that
Do they sound better than your EVOLVE 50?
I don't have a 50, borrowed that from a friend. I need to get one in a room again and listen to both
They not harsh cause of where the horn is the crossover is likely pretty low like 800 hz 16khz between the column and the horn. This is the reason traditional PA sound better than column arrays. Allowing speakers to do what they prefer to do instead trying to do it all!
The horns make all the difference here. So glad they included them
3.5 inches is big?
It's nothing to sneeze at!
If you stack every feature, the sound, the portability, the look, dispersion, abilty and price the Bose 32's with sub 2s just make more sense.
I'm bias, but used the 44's 2 seasons ago so i know how they compare.
They are good speakers but for mobile use they gotta be better than just good because there's a lot to accomplish for the overall experience of ownership.
The Bose is waaay lighter and more portable for sure. The sub 2 redlining has spooked a bunch (including me). I'm looking forward to doing a shootout with both of these.
@AaronStrawn but imo the redline is more perception than reality, do you ever honestly feel it's not giving enough performance?
I've done 2 350 person weddings with mine at 11 o'clock on the gain. They bump.
Also I use either a Bose t4 or Soundcraft ui16 with them so everything has proper gain and plenty headroom.
I like the 44's, but the 32s ultra wide dispersion, the smooth sound, the throw and weight just make it better for constant mobile use.
You can do tons of events with just 1, not sure the dispersion on 44 can say the same.
You might want to invest on a cargo van or a trailer. Those speakers are to heavy to be lifted at every gig.
The review was good. Pretty much what I already knew about the Mauis.
I wish they come out with the G3 versions but more powerful
I read they have no current plans for a G3. And I can't be a trailer guy, I'll be a menace 😂
You need sub level and main level on 2 o'clock both👌, it's work correctly, you can change to 1 o'clock, or 3 o'clock
I've been setting them to 3
@@AaronStrawn you need top to 1 o'clock, and sub to 3 o'clock 🫶
@@Unicvr Cool, I'll give that a go!
Hey Aaron, I have 4 of these, two white and two in black and I do have the not a table signs on them LOL. I also got the LD lock on rolling wheels cart thing for them, game changer. These speaker are no joke especially for weddings sound and looks wise.
I got a new Rock n Roller cart coming. Gonna see if I can use that instead of the casters. Trying to keep my trips short
@@AaronStrawn I like the casters as they give the control panels a little traveling protection. These 44's chip easy and I thought about padding my Rock N Rollers but I haven't use them in years. I might have to break one of them back out again, not sure why I stopped using them.
compare with the 28G3 already!!!!!
Coming! The video will also include many of the popular columns :)
@@AaronStrawn woohoo 🎉🎉🎉 can't wait.. 28g3 are in my basket to buy just waiting for stock to arrive 😆
Literally need them for 150 people max is all I DJ for.. most around 100
The gator cart with the off road wheels is awesome for a cart. You will lose some space saving abilities with the off road wheels but you will hardly ever have any issues getting across any type of floor, even grass.
@@AaronStrawn Will the wife be part of the comparison video? Gotta know how much the 44 G2 makes her tummy rumble lol
Rock n roller do many sizes of carts
And some tracks are way more prone to clipping. Louder. Bass heavier. Lower bass frequencies and we can’t see the back of the speaker! Am I blowing this thing up??
Exactly. We gotta monitor the sound all night- part of the job
Have more babies and get yourself a minivan. Room for the family and when you have a larger setup win win.
The great step into dad-hood...the mini van
bueno, 👍👍
Thanks
They are amazing, end of story lol
Sounds like there is no need for this video 😂
You know I'm kidding bro lol
@@AaronStrawn
Does the MAUI 28 G3 not do the TWS stereo link?
Nope, just the 44s
@@AaronStrawn aww
Can someone please give the Maui 44 G2 subs a shot of Wegovy, for a 15" sub they are wayyyy overweight at 80.24 lbs vs 82.89 lbs for a 18" inch RCF SUB 8003-AS MK3 2,200W Powered Subwoofer
Agree. I've got RCF Sub 705's. 60 lbs each. Even the EV EKX-18SP subs I used to have were 72lbs.
No adjustable pole...10 people in front of the column will reduce a lot the output.
It's heavy expensive.
For less Money you can buy rcf 8003 and nxl24 top .
Now you’re talking pro level 👍👍
I bought and returned the Maui 28 G3’s good sound but not quite loud enough. I just got my 44’s yesterday…wow!! Yeah, the subs are heavy, as I just carried both to the basement to appease my wife😂 I blew out my testicles on the first sub so I had to find them and pick em up after I finished bringing down the second one. 😂
lol, it should be in the manual what to do if your testies get blown out of your pants
@@AaronStrawn 😂
Great entertaining as fck video.
Thanks!
If you don’t rock that table at your next gig you got no ballz
lmao
Bought these last year. Love Love Love them. For what I do (weddings and small parties around 100 to 150 people). I made my own wheel panels for the back as I thought the LD options was too expensive, but I had enough spare wheels, wood and tools to make them for zero dollars. The wood I used was too thin and I'm starting to get cracks around the wheels. I'm just going to use a cart going forward. Buy the LD caster board if you buy these, even at $200 a piece, they are worth it.. I don't think they are heavy at all, plenty of grip areas. Your set up is messy, clean up those wires 🙂
If you think 100 to 150 is all you can do with those, first your wrong and second you got ripped off lol
I'm leaving the wires out so that people who come to request songs will trip and leave me the f*** alone lol
@@AaronStrawn Ahh, you know I'm just F'n with you. Thanks for the review
@@chadnliz2k11 I don't get the ripped off comment.?? I like them just fine, got the pair, white, new with cases and covers for 5K, sold my old QSC stuff for 4K. I'm good
For the same price ($6000), you could buy 2 EV ETX tops, 1 18" sub and a digital mixer (QU pac) and it would absolutely destroy these and you'd never have to buy another speaker for 30 years. Everyone needs to chill about speaker stands. No clients care.
Depends on your market. If you are a high end DJ it matters
@@nodaysoff2005 have fun buying speakers every 3 years. None of my clients care what I use or what it looks like. I'm as high end as it gets where I am. Just learn how to use a mixer and any speaker system can sound great (just about).
Fair comparison. I mentioned this- the allure of columns is their sleek look and ease of set-up. That's why I love them so much. I will say- I get compliments by venues and photographers over them often. I like that because I have a soft ego that needs constant massaging lol
@@AaronStrawn HA! I get it. They look sweet. I'm just old and cranky and set it my ways
@@rjpimprov as long as we are all working,everything in the middle is our opinion and market
Spread em 😂 that’s what she said
You know it
I'll never understand why systems that are intended to be strictly portable don't include covers.
@@ANATURALDREWSASTER money, cause they can squeeze another $400 outta us
@@AaronStrawn 😂
You will have huge problem when people will Dance Near the speakers. For huge parties db es 1203 will be better choice with adjustable pole to put Sound over the people. I have Maui g3 and the sound doesn't move through the guests on bigger parties: Sometimes audio quality is not the only right choice…
You will push the limiter and it will not help you much
I'm hopeful because of how tall they are. Plus, spreading them out helps with this. I noticed my gig in December when the J8s were spread out, they punched through the crowd cause people weren't right in front. We'll see at the end of March!
@@AaronStrawn Wish you good luck! I ordered db es 1203 and i will compare with Maui g3. After few weeks i will tell you how was it :)
Bottom line is people DO care about presentation and sleek look. In the wedding industry clean set ups matter. If it’s not for you great, move on, but stop trying to change peoples opinions about how a separate bottom and top is better. Not saying your wrong, just saying each business chooses how to represent their brand. This is an excellent choice for the wedding industry and hands down looks and sounds amazing.
I agree. Sound is so subjective. Both get the job done. I prefer columns because of how they look and how quick they setup
Underwater base..... The Term Is Muddy in my audio world
That's not what I meant lol, didn't you hear my sound effect??
Dont use the cart, get the skit wheels for the subs. Those wheels on the skit are better than the rock n roller. I dont use rock n rollers anymore.
Got em!
Dude I don’t know why you have that mic close to your mouth from what I’ve experienced you hold it at your waist and then pull out 2 feet from your body this is optimal for sound reinforcement 😂
And turn your head constantly lol
Did you just fking "beep"? Hahahaha. Nice job on the Aarnold voice.
Sound effects...hahahahahahaha.
The real thing that sets this apart for many is the size. Did you not get the casters that screw on the back? 80lbs is no joke for weight, but still a lot lighter than many other options.
Not having a handle in the top really was a missed opportunity. 1, to avoid being a table. 2, to help with lifting.
I didn't yet. Got a new cart. It's bigger. Gonna see if that's the way to go
Steps are going to kill your back
Don't think I've ever had venue steps. If so..I'd never go back
I have got to say no thank you to this system. For starters the price is getting really high at $6k once you add in taxes. My EV 15SP subs weighs only 59LBS, compared to this sub at 80LBS. I run JBL EON 712'S as tops. I can't see how this Maui system can beat that. But I will may sell the 712's and get the JBL PRX 912's. Better DSP and +4db more output.
@Aaron Strawn you are going to have your wife hit the gym with you..
I heard these at Harvest of Sound couple of years ago. these things are a beast when it comes to bass compared to other C.A.Speakers. Out of all the Column Array's out there these and the Evox12 are the only ones I would consider buying. the sound is incredible, but yeah they are (what's the technical term.hmm oh yeah) FKN Heavy hehe. only thing that turns me off about buying these is that im paranoid that I'll end up messing up the mounting hardware or that it will get damaged while setting up at a gig and now im outofLuck. and I don't like that you can't adjust the height, but I get why they're are designed the way they are.
As far as something to grab on top to help lift, may I suggest using a small ratchet strap, loop it thru one handle, go over the top then loop it thru the other handle and close the loop on top. maybe leave a lil room to fit your hand around it and it will help with leverage. i dunno, just a thought. I've been renting a van for gigs, so recently I've been using moving dolly's from big box stores, stack them, then ratchet strap them to the dolly. they roll out, on to the ramp, onto the van and then rachet strap to the van anchors, easiest load-in i've had so far. I use my rock and roller for the rest of my stuff (cable bags, upLights, furniture etc.).
My EV ETX18p are like 115 lbs...those subs are for " little girlie man!"
lol