Which system would be better , 2 choices listed

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Peter Bajus

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I have the opportunity to buy my first decent system, i am brand new so excuse me for sounding dumb. Just looking to see which would be better sounding and better value for the money

The first
Ev system
2 - Qsc Plx-1804, 2 - Ev Qrx 212 and 2 Ev xi-1191.

Second
A yorkville system
2 - elite E2152, 2 - elite LS800P , 1- crown 3600 macro for the 2152-s, the subs are powered

They are both going for the same price

I have a pioneer jbm 600 mixer to go with either.

It will be for personal use, I have a large shop and for a few outdoor parties.
I know both are probably overkill but I'm good with that.
Thanks !
 
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Being so new I wasn't sure which forum would have higher activity, definitely going newer and self powered, maybe with some of your recommendations 👍
 
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Peter Bajus said:
Being so new I was sure which forum would have higher activity, definitely going newer and self powered, maybe with some of your recommendations 👍
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You would be well served to look here:
store.solotech.com

650P, MEYER SOUND - AMPLIFIED SUBWOOFER SPEAKER | Solotech

Solotech offers the 650P from MEYER SOUND and other AMPLIFIED SUBWOOFER SPEAKER for rental or purchase. Discover our products now!
store.solotech.com store.solotech.com
and here
store.solotech.com

UPA-1P, MEYER SOUND - Self-Powered Loudspeaker | Solotech

Solotech offers the UPA-1P from MEYER SOUND and other Self-Powered Loudspeaker for rental or purchase. Discover our products now!
store.solotech.com store.solotech.com

As I understand it, there is flat rate freight, and you can almost guaranteed get a better price by putting together a system and asking for a discount.

And the system will still have resale value if you decide to turn it over in a few years. The other boxes, not so much.

An external processor/EQ would be recommended, but not mandatory out of the gate. If you plan on running the rig towards its limits, then yes - you'll need some upstream "help".

EDIT to add: The Meyer boxes also come with (free) prediction software, as well as excellent manufacturer support and in-country distributor support from Gerr Audio. I can't say the same from the EV or Yorkville systems.
 
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Brian Bolly said:
You would be well served to look here:
store.solotech.com

650P, MEYER SOUND - AMPLIFIED SUBWOOFER SPEAKER | Solotech

Solotech offers the 650P from MEYER SOUND and other AMPLIFIED SUBWOOFER SPEAKER for rental or purchase. Discover our products now!
store.solotech.com store.solotech.com
and here
store.solotech.com

UPA-1P, MEYER SOUND - Self-Powered Loudspeaker | Solotech

Solotech offers the UPA-1P from MEYER SOUND and other Self-Powered Loudspeaker for rental or purchase. Discover our products now!
store.solotech.com store.solotech.com

As I understand it, there is flat rate freight, and you can almost guaranteed get a better price by putting together a system and asking for a discount.

And the system will still have resale value if you decide to turn it over in a few years. The other boxes, not so much.

An external processor/EQ would be recommended, but not mandatory out of the gate. If you plan on running the rig towards its limits, then yes - you'll need some upstream "help".

EDIT to add: The Meyer boxes also come with (free) prediction software, as well as excellent manufacturer support and in-country distributor support from Gerr Audio. I can't say the same from the EV or Yorkville systems.
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Thanks for the links, actually very reasonable would be less than the kw even with shipping and exchange rate
 
Peter Bajus said:
Thanks for the links, actually very reasonable would be less than the kw even with shipping and exchange rate
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These prices are in usd... i got ahold of someone at solotech and they are available, will be over 4k , but in very tempted to do it after all the reviews I have read , just wondering how beat up they actually are
 
I'd make them an offer. I know a couple other folks that have recently bought multiples of boxes, and they're willing to deal a bit.

In general, they're older boxes so they won't be mint condition. But Solotech is a rental company so they won't be damaged, and I'm pretty sure they warranty all their used gear for at least 30 days - it may be longer. But the up side is that the boxes are not carpeted. If you're really concerned, a week of 1-2 hours in the shop in the afternoon with some bondo, flat black latex paint, and a gallon of Duratex and they will look brand new - the ambient temperature and humidity will determine how long it takes. Example attached (and yes, the grilles were powder coated). :-)
 

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Looks great!!

With those meyers, would i be good with 1 650p sub and 2 upa or would I need 1 sub per side? And if I only had one sub how would I set it up , sub in the middle and the upa close by one on each side?
Or could they all be separated wherever?
What if I wanted to suspend the speakers, sub would still stay on the ground?
Thanks!
 
It will "work" with a single sub. If you want some elevated LF response, do 1:1 sub to top ratio - you'll get about a +6 to +8 dB rise in the low end with 1:1. The easiest setup would be to stack one UPA on one sub. it's a little low in height, but it will work. There is also free software to predict what the system is capable of here:

meyersound.com

MAPP XT

System Design Tool
meyersound.com meyersound.com

The subs are not flyable - they will live (and be most efficient) on the ground. The UPAs are flyable with minimal hardware - rated shackles and aircraft cable. Or, if you buy the MYA-UPA yoke from Solotech, even less hardware. If you have never flown a loudspeaker, please ask for professional help. If you do it wrong, it can kill someone.
 
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