The Speaker Test You Wanted: Demo of all four
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- Опубліковано 7 гру 2015
- People have been asking for this video for awhile! We have EV product specialist Mike Doucot demonstrating the same type of speaker (15" two way) in the four lines of powered speakers: You get to hear the ZLX, ELX, EKX and ETX in this in-depth look at all four lines!
Thanks to Alex for the time breakdown:
37:09 - ZLX-15P
39:12 - ELX115P
41:43 - EKX-15P
47:05 - ETX-15P
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Timestamps for the different speakers:
37:09 - ZLX-15P
39:12 - ELX115P
41:43 - EKX-15P
47:05 - ETX-15P
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Thanks for this video. I know I still need to here these live for a proper comparison, but I could still hear a distinct difference from speaker to speaker. And the information provided (mics, caratoid speakers, delays, etc.) was very educational.
Good work guys...but if you do ever get a chance to talk with the EV guys....mention to them about how poorly they package their subwoofers....picked up 2 ETX18SP and they are both damaged from transit...boxes looked reasonable for a cross the country journey but the packaging is very minimalist. Easy fix for a 1500 dollar sub....some high density foam or reinforced cardboard corners would not cost that much money....
What is the problem with people nowadays acting like morrons and spoiled kids? It's a shame to know most of us commenting here are adults and we are not posting constructive comments. If you are going to bash or make fun of people and make stupid comments on their videos then you have a problem. You better enrich your souls and not your ego. Bragging about your academic education and other silly comments makes you look immature. These videos are helpful to potential buyers who are interested on buying gear and cannot travel to places and listen to them. I live in Honduras, Central America, our market here is very small and sadly we are not able to get most of the gear that we would like to listen to before purchasing. So these videos are the ones that people like me look out for. We probably won't get a full idea on the sound but we do get a slight idea on specs. and characteristic or even tips we must know about the gear before purchasing. So please be constructive people and lets be thankful to all the people who take their time to film and upload these videos for us to enoy! GOD BLESS YOU ALL!
Rommel Vasquez muy bien dicho.
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Exponer tu comentario muy positivo.
I know what you are talking about!!!
Apparently, I missed a plaid shirt sale...
I don't expect to hear the differences in speakers on my computer. I got what I needed by watching this video. The differences in options and performance in the speakers. Nice!
"Best video I've seen on these speakers" 👍🏼
Nice video.. I've been using my E.V. speakers for my raves, house parties, and public events.. The same pair for 28 years.. Never needed any subs at all. The Bass is super loud with high SPL 136 continuous 142 peak 1650 RMS each speaker
I use the ZLX-12P as a floor wedge monitor where I can control the volume locally. I daisy chain it to the mixer. Very light and I think the phone app works with this, although I have not tried it yet.
When I started DJING I used Passive EV’s and now I’m using the Powered EV’s, plus 2 18” EV subs the Live
I have 2 EV 15" ZLXP's and 2 15" EKXSP's. They are very exceptional together. More than I would ever need. Also I have a pair of the the Evolve 50's. They are awesome as well. VERY AWESOME! Both sets! I have asked Djjer questions at times and he has been VERY helpful. EV has it together and good reps as well to help. Djjer and Brian S. Redd are very knowledgeable and are go to's for many questions! Don't want to offend anyone but try as much to go hear the speakers somewhere. If you can't these folks are there to help you and give truthful reviews on many DJ items. Take care all and Peace!
How do you like the zlx volume compared to the evolve?
So for passive versions on an ekx we should put in 750w rms from an amplifier to get the speaker to peak at 1500w however it's better to have a little more put into the speaker and have available power. Why don't the active versions put out that much? I see it only uses under 300w of power
You know two men are legit when they wear matching shirts.
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Excellent review.My choice would be the EKX 15inch thow i would like to go with the ETX 15inch i play hard thow if I do I would not want to see LIMTED during my performance level.Thow after listening to this review your hit LIMTED some where at or near peek performance
How does these EV ekx sound vs the Peavey RBN?
I have the 12” set and my led light in the front died out how do I get the light fixed?
Lovely video ... really explained the diff through the entire line-up.
How would you rate the top of the line 15" ETX cab v/s the ZXA5-90 ?? ... I'm talking about sound quality & tonality, power, spl's ... the dsp is irrelevant to me.
A couple of differences. 1. is sound quality. The ETX does sound better as they sit at mid volumes. The ZLX has a bit more tuning from the DSP to sound good, while the ETX is flat and can produce the better sound quality without and built in EQ boosting. Which means, that at lower volumes, they sound SOMEWHAT similar. But, that changes as you go louder. The ZLX will run out of gas WAY before the EKX or the ETX.. but, for many wedding DJs, the ZLX is the perfect price point/sound quality top to make their shows rock!!! Not everyone NEEDS the ETX or even EKX.
Hi !! Thx for your reply ...
I requested for a comparison between the ZXA5-90 and the 15" ETX cab. You perhaps mistook it for the ZLX ... Hoping you can put things in perspective.
Darn.. .sorry.. didn't look close enough.. my bad.. I have not used or experienced those cabinets..
Bummer ... Coz I have the ZXA5-90's for 6 years & they rock ... loudest 15" cabs ever made ... great SPL's & still unsurpassed in it's whopping 1250 rms power.
This would have been a great comparison although I figure the ETX would sound a little cleaner with the new drivers, wood cab & dsp. As far as loudness is concerned, the ETX has a higher SPL whereas the ZXA5 has 250 more rms power. Wonder which wins there ??
@@prakashwadhwani I would lean towards the ZXA5 more than the ETX if being loud and crisp is what you want. The ETX's have a better look but can't match the power and wow of the ZXA5's.
Every video I watch regarding speakers, only music is ever played... Myself, as a vocalist, I'm far more interested in how vocals come through. Any dipstick can throw a dance song on, but to sing and hear clarity, for me is absolutely essential. Come on guys, get a vocalist to try these out live....
I have a Rock& Roll band and I have to say before I saw this video, I listened to so many speakers. I owned a pair of the QSC 152s and 153s, both great speakers but did not like the 60 degree dispersion of the 152s so wanted to upgrade. I listened to JBL SRX815 which were a huge upgrade from the PRX series but I got the ETX 15ps choosing them over the SRX which were a little louder but not as clean and clear as the ETX which ARE PLENTY LOUD ! I disagree with the EV guy about the ETX 12p preferred for live music. He did say it was just his opinion. With a band you have stage volume along with everyone being mic'd up so the tops need to cut through with clarity, fullness and plenty of headroom to spare and these do it all. Just amazing. I still have the QSC 153s which are fantastic and by using the delay in the EV's we will have a killer set up placing the QSC's out front for deep rooms or outside venues. To sum it up, the ETX 15P are preferred for live bands, not just DJ gigs.Trust me. We have done several shows and always have the typical musician or two come up during and after the shows commenting on the unbelievable sound they put out. Great job EV.
Always great to see world feedback..
Do these EVs comes in any passive series?
Which microphone did he say they're using ?
Hi what is the name of the song you demonstrate the speakers on please ? It's very catchy, I'm a singer and I love it, also love the ETX can't wait to own them, I have been using the EV zx5 90s for past 7 years they have been brilliant flawless speakers the 15" cab,
Question would I be better with the12" cab ETX or 15" ? Being a singer ;-)
+Neil Cox not sure, but it's definitely Zac Brown Band
Where The Boat Leaves From - Zac Brown Band
@discjokeynews I really learnt a lot from your videos, I'm actually considering an ev elx or ekx but elx for the weight reduction, however confused between the powered n passive, which would be better.
Powered. Especially if you're not permanently installing the speakers. Having to lug around heavy amps and set the power levels to the speakers/subs...just a headache.
@@SuperBigVanilla I do passive all day for mobile. Easy one man cariable amp flight case to ground and controller to table subs and tops 4 cables and start playing. Powered are horrible needing extra cases for all xlr plugs and power cords+power exentender cables, yes dont mix power and xlr cords in same box for live situations. Also if you happen to destroy one ekx speaker the amp costs twice than buying 2 passive speakers. And usually you buy 4 channel amp to drive with just 2 channels all tops if you happen to burn one channel, hey just flib speacon to 3rd or 4rth channel and continue. Passive with amps win in smalla amount boxes and cables than active systems. And belive me i have done both, I have loaned active wedding system and used my passive systems and I know what I speak. Passive you need only speackon bag and mixercase witth speakers and controller. lol If I chose always passive also because passive dont have ecectric humm probelms other than if your mixer causes them in some situations. But with active system you can have humms from anywhere, next beer fridge on one speaker and so one. Passive systems never fail. Only good what I saw was ETX had power limiting system, that prevents you beating speakers. But in passive systems usuallu we do tape on knop to prevent dj adding more power. Also we can lock the door for amps, so dj are not able to get to the amps.
An if you happen to do big room wedding with lot speakers on walls, in passive you can connect each speakers 4 to same plug and drive 2ohm load, but then again if you are installing lightining arround the wedding, think how much you need power extending cables more... A lot. And You have extenders for your speakers already in active system. So much more gear needs to be carried and installed with active speakers. Passive reduces a lot install time during weddings and such. Try adding 1 bluetooth active speaker more to drive another rooms, there active speakers execls.
They need a phone app to make the adjustments remotely like the DBX PA 2 does.
If you fly them you can't get to them to make any adjustments.
Nice but have you guys heard of the elites speaker systems they are the best number one in the world as far as sound and power followed by the passive Fender speakers at 600wh each. W Percival from New Zealand 🇳🇿 Gardenia🌺 Band
Where are the ZXA5??? The EV's were brought out 12 years ago and they are still the benchmark for Plastic Cabs! RCF are now on Mark 4 and EV are still on the original
cabs! Having owned TT's and 745 it says a lot about the EV's.... Way
ahead of there time! Just a thought! They are still beasts at 1250 a side RMS......
Hi. Can i use Alto Ts-308 as home theater center speaker with Marantz Per -Processor ! Thanks .
I would look for other options.. that speaker sounds fine for DJ work.. but, for in a small room/living room... there are better speakers designed for that. In a pinch, yes.. for long term use and best sound.. no
Ok . Thanks sooo much.
I'm a mobile Dj, how long before the EKX 15's start clipping.
The first speaker zlx15p and the last speaker the etx-15p
sound the best ..
i need a 15 inch 3 way passive
elctro voice you need to make a digital mixer
at a ceremony could the officiant place her book between the mic and her mouth without problems?
So where does the ELX200's 15" stand ???
a bit above the ELX in the video. That was the old version, and the new version is the 200.
@@discjockeynews oh okay. Thx
i can feel the soft throw of voices in ETX15P , other than those 3 things ETX is much more good ....
I was thinking about buying a ZLX 15P but I just found out they are misleading us about the 1000 watts coz I just watched a video of a repair of a EV ZLX12P AND A EV ZLX15P amps it was said its not a 1000 watts but only 500 watts which means can these companies be trusted.
Its called power rating. You have max power (1000watts) and then there is RMS Which is continuous power (500watts). A lot of audio companies do it all the way around! Car head units claim they do 50 x4. Realistically you're getting between 23 and 25 watts a channel. Have to look how they are rated. A lot goes into it. Active speakers are great because they are mobile and require a lot less setup. If you truly want the best system. Go with a passive version and put a good rack mount amplifier that does at least 500watts over the speakers recommended RMS power handling. I normally double it. Think of it as a car engine. (Say 4k is readline) If you have a 500 watt amp, And you start pushing it and getting into high volume, You are basically starting to redline the amplifier which will cause it to heat up, causing distortion. If you put an amplifier on the speaker that is double what it is rated, using meters and an o scope and finding your clipping levels from input and output setting things up correctly, that amplifier will just be chilling because instead of redlining the amp to get the power the speaker needs....your amp is sitting at 2k on the tachometer, playing cool and efficient because it's nowhere near it's peak power. Most people have no idea that underpowering a driver can damage a speaker more than overpowering it if it's done right. Amp peaks out,heats up,starts distorting, heats up the a voice coil on the driver. Boom...blown speaker.
what happens is that the ZLX is 1000 watts continuous or peak but they give 500 real watts, for what they are worth, they cost every penny. I plan to acquire one and in the bluetooth version.
@@gabrielrh675 According to specs it's rated at 1000w peak. Theres a video on UA-cam where a technician fixes one and shows the chips on the circuit board only allowing 2 × 210watts so it's not even peaking at 1000w. In reality when u look at the power draw, it doesn't even pull anywhere near 500w
No
You should compared them back to back, I mean edit the video without cuts or talk in between test, to give an idea to the audience of real sound differences in between them… you have the material.. you still can do it
Is it just me, or did the ZLX sound best despite the lower output level? ETX vocal response was better, but ZLX seemed fuller sounding to my ears, if a little “v-shaped” in frequency response. I thought the EKX was super brash and boring sounding! To my ears, the ELX actually had less low end in the recording than the ZLX, but it was probably louder over all. There may have been more bass, hence the comment about feeling it more, but the difference in the treble loudness was greater to my ears.
what is the number 1 for you?
RCF
I still don't get why the tops all use tiny horns when everyone else is moving to 3 and 4" horns for lower crossovers.
Let's make business here in Uganda Africa and we teach people
The real mvp.... "Ummmmm ummmmmm uhhhh ummmmmmm" lol
Actually, actually, actually
ETX
I use the EV ZLX 12p for monitor it’s brilliant perfect I even use it on its own for nursing homes. Not to loud a really warm speaker great quality and sound for a low entry speaker 🔈
I agree! The performance:$ ratio is exceptional. The quality at low to mid levels is very detailed. Just be wary of the over heating problem with later models.
7:48 Got it: P means passive. Wait, or does P mean powered? Thanks for 'taking the guess work out it.' lol
P for Powered
my computer is connected to a 12 inch powered speaker its nice sounding
I would advise anyone looking for quality sound AND reliability to consider other brands. EV has made schematics unavailable and most active models have taken very questionable cost-cutting shortcuts. Do your research before buying.
I c you watched that one video lol
Real power of these speakers are 500watts near clipping. By the sound processors on a amplifier boards. You are welcome.
Yeah no where near what they’re claiming
He wasted 5 mins just so we wouldn't make fun of how he held that mic.
Stephen Lozada
Almost same shirts? What the hell? There is no way I would have done this show knowing the other dude had a shirt that close to mine.
Lmao
I have had these since November 2016 I bought the 12p ETX, I bought these and I'm having problems with them clipping already ? I'm a soloist singer, I've only ever set them up on ODB same on my mixer, I don't drive them at all, I even have a BBE Sonic Maximiser, I use DYNACORD mixer newest model unpowered version, yet my EV ETX 12p have been clipping I'm very disappointed after spending over £2000 on these, I used to have EV ZX5 15" powered with Crown XTX 4000 amp lovely sound flawless never missed a beat in 9 years, wish I'd kept them, only reason I changed was carrying to much for a soloist, will be contacting EV really disappointed.
Brilliant review though.
Update Now my Gain Structure is set properly these speakers are Amazing I take back all I say on my review, it was my own fault for not knowing about setting the gain structure.
Since I have set this correctly all I do now is use the main DSP volume control to each room Im performing in and I have to say these are beasts they are outstanding speakers I now love them, and I do not use A BBE sonic Maximiser neither now.
Also EV was fantastic support when I contacted them they was very helpful a class quality Manufacturer
@@neilcox1911 I know this was almost A year ago and you've fixed ur issue. But first thought I had was, I hope he knows how to set the gain on his system. Glad it's working. Just bought new ELX200-12", powered sub. My restaurant gig band likes it alot w our 2xAlto powered 12's mains/2x10" Alto monitors. Wish I had 2 EV tops for the DSP feature.
ernieD hi only just seen your reply. I’m still using my speakers but working on a Tribute show. So thinking of going for a sub what’s the ELX 200 sub like ?
I love my Ev ETX only thing is their heavy but they are worth carrying because the sound is amazing and the DSP is incredible..
etx shines at LOUDER levels.
My old T252 speakers with my qsc amp blows all of these out of the water by far
you both decided to were the same shirts
I prefer the yamaha dsr 112's to the etx 12. the yamaha's sound a little thinner but my GOD is that a beautiful horn for vocals on the yammy's.
Yeah.. they are tuned differently and you can really hear that in the 12s.
same age as jbl srx800's........ i have a set of those....the ev etx is ok, but it is not jbl
I'm a singer, I can't see any reverb?
There is no reverb, i do vocals on mine sometimes and i use a tc helicon pedal that has reverb and pitch correction tunings. I recommend it if you don’t already know of it very simple to attach with xlr cables
EV make those shirts too? Or do you just always match shirts for videos?? lol
If there is a promotion in any of these speakers from the manufacturer, in the world of retailing business that means they are not selling well.....
Jeremiah Diaz not true. How are you going to know a product if its not marketed??
Um uh umm uh uh ommm ugh uh um ah um ahh umm Matching shirts!
Did this obviously keyed up guy just wipe his nose and then touch a speaker at 9:08?
i believe all powered speakers are not true stereo...........digital stereo.
For me, the video was a waste of time. I'm looking for a speaker that has a nice flat response from bottom to top without that hollow plastic sounding midrange. I'm a keyboard player and a digital grand patch has so many overtones and dynamics that need to be reproduced to get a quality sound. Why doesn't someone put out a video of musical instruments being reproduced. I found a pair of Yamaha near field monitors that sounded fantastic....but they are to under powered for live gigs. I'm looking for that type of sound and dynamics out of a pair of larger speakers for he stage.
I am also a keyboard player,,,I have the same problem,right now I use the Yamaha CP73 very nice through a Roland KC500,,great sound but it doesn't fit in my newer car,,,,same reason I didnt get a cp88,,,the only speaker that comes close for me is the EKX,,,I noticed more subtle sounds,,and it the same weight as my Roland,,,Im getting old and was looking for a light weight option,,,I am just a little leery about the zlx,,,I do mostly small clubs as a solo gig,,,cocktail hours and such,,,, but I am also looking for a trio or more to expand my horizons ,,,esp if I get a Hammond sk1 also,,,,,I am leaning towards the EkX,,,as a more versatile speaker,,,what are your thoughts ?
maybe check out danley sound labs, they are not cheap but they sure have a flat response. if you really have budget, take a look at l acoustics.
Get sum radio shack speakers.
expensive is always better, now to the big point:::::: whattyouguysonnabout with testing with that music? normal electronic music is 10times more demanding and then its lot easier to seperate the good from the bad, this music u play u can use a old carlsbro or peavey setup from the 80s and it still sounds the same almost!
anyhoo i have the zlx15 before i saw this video and they are awsome
Guys help me we make a business here in Uganda
You guys look q with almost matching shirts,,,,lol
Bosch needs help.
I like the EV boxes, but what a lot of sales bullshit.
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Are these speakers suppose to make a loud annoying humming sound because I just started playing a pair of ekx 15p I just bought and it’s making this noise, before you ask, no it’s not the fan noise this is coming from the speaker ,is that normal because it’s freaking annoying!!!! THESE SPEAKERS ARE NOT MADE IN THE ‘USA’ AS THEY SAY ........THE PAIR THAT I HAVE ARE MADE IN CHINA IF I WOULD HAVE KNOWN THAT I WOULD NOT HAVE BOUGHT THEM
Libten Ambutkin did you ever find out
What the noise was coming????
Im about to get the ekx serie.
Whit your coment, just make me reserarch a litle more.
tuneroneff It actually was a hissing sound. I called EV which was answered by a customer service person from Bosch Securities, EV is owned by them now. I asked them about the hissing sound and they said it was normal. They said it was due to the amplifier being directly connected to the speaker that you would get a hiss and when the music is being played you would not hear it which was correct. To be honest the speaker sounded good to me. I returned them to the store and asked if all powered speaker made a hissing sound and they said yes. I would not be able to confirm that because did not purchase another speaker. A friend of mine who DJ’S suggested going with passive speakers with separate amps and mixer board because you could adjust the sound to your liking because EV Speakers DSP could not be turned off so you are stuck with that. With that being said I would suggest to go to a store to listen to them and other speakers , even passive speakers with separate amps. Like I said the EV EKX sounded good. I am also annoyed with these speakers being made in China when they say they are made in the USA , but that is a personal opinion.Sorry for the long reply. I hope it helped good luck in what ever you purchase.
Libten Ambutkin thank you so much for your time and soch baliable info.
What you describe, is exactly what i think of power speakers.
Libten Ambutkin I have the EV EKX 15SP Subs and the ZLX 15P speakers and mine are phenomenal! Sometimes the hissing and static sounds can be (and I'm saying, CAN BE) the wiring in your house. Try a 14 awg extension and plug into different outlets in your home or where you are listening to them. Even try a different place to test them. Try cables and other things as well for faults as it may not be the speakers. The process of elimination. I would want to know as well. But I can tell you mine are exceptional and I also own 2 of the the Evolve 50's and they are very exceptional as well. Take care and good luck!
Libten Ambutkin ..Get QSC. You won't have any issues with them.
The review was OK till he started saying the first 2 are 1000w boxes, rather than talking about RMS. I switched off after that.
which is kind of silly.. wattage is somewhat meaningless.. the SPL rating is what you need to know.. how much sound can they make.. over how much power they can produce in a cabinet that might be horribly inefficient and not get very loud with 1000 watts of power. Check out the SPL ratings on speaker over wattage and you will find that a better gauge for comparison.
Did you guys watch till the end ? He clearly says wattage does not matter which is true. He said he would rather not call out those specs. SpL which has much to do with the efficiency of the box is the most important. Even more than RMS
discjockeynews what is SPL?
John Alfieri ,’
only bla bla bla bla and we need listening
HMMMMMM well instead of a etx 15 you can buy a JBL prx 725 dual 15 inch insanely loud speaker. HMMM
EV make the best speakers hands down, their competitors try but still are not nearly as good as any EV products.
Ever hear of QSC?
Over built ZLX by putting a 500watt max amplifier in a 1000watt speaker 😂😂😂
Bosch cheaping out on a speaker and pricing it $600
Personally, any QSC speaker will would better than the ZLX and ELX combined. I'm not badmouthing EV, but EV speakers for subs are better.
Fuck what's wrong with this bloke ,talks to much,forget Ev ,Yamaha dxr 8,10,12,15 ,dxrs sub,15 try them, I owned and played on Ev 28 years ,but yamaha is fantastic,at high level still sound great,please try them ,
used to do videos and Yamaha.. really liked them also.. you can see our videos on them with nearly half a million views! :)
Had Yamaha DXR 15's. Great speakers, no doubt but prefer the ETX 15s
Keep blowing up! and no repair shop wants to try to fix them! I'm just a solo singer with backing tracks! absolute crap, mass produced in CHINA! and I thought they were good! and made in the USA!
...hey hi there ,,I'm into karaoke singing, besides music playback,, through Bluetooth which speaker, would you recommend ,since you seem very knowledgeable, thanks. ..
@@fishingbear69 Hi Edward , I've always loved Electro voice speakers for vocals, but will be changing to Mackie THUMP Series, 12-Inch 1300-Watt Loudspeakers soon! good luck with Your singing. have fun!
@@jimbax1 thanks, for the feedback appreciate the reply,, now I'm looking into the yamaha stage pass 1k..,,good luck to you as well.
An “Umm is annoying. Plural “Umms’s” are intolerable. An “Uh’” can only be forgiven when intended as an “a”.
you talk to much........open it up and show me.