New Speakers Needed!

[discomobiledj]

I am looking at getting some new speakers in January but need some advice!

Currently I have 2 X 200W Skytec speakers and use a WA800 amplifier.

I was thinking of getting 2 X 400W speakers.

On Saturday the speakers sounded like they were really struggling but would like some ideas that would be within my budget....which isn't much! (£150) :eek:

If anyone could shed some idea's I'd be really happy :D

Thanks in advance.

Steve

[Sapphire Disco]

I have a pair of Wharfehdale EVP - S15 they are in good condition used 25 times approx, my bottom line price is £195 so it's a liitle more than your budget.

I could take a credit card if it's any help.

http://www.soundlightuk.com/Wharfedale/EVP_Range.htm

[alanrees151]

I have heard good reports on the new skytec 15" passive speakers. I think they are £200 a pair new.

I think discoworld were doing them but they don't seem to be on their website anymore - might be worth giving darren a call.

I have also heard good things about the wharfedale range - especially for the price.

Alternatively - why not keep an eye out for a second hand pair of active speakers?

[501damian501]

get your self down to class d mate, i run a set of class d cd15p http://www.classd.ltd.uk/product.php?productid=16142 , they sound good, others will recommend them but their 100% better than what your running at the moment.

[A1DL]

I was thinking of getting 2 X 400W speakers.


why?

[discomobiledj]

why?

What would you recommend with my amp?

I only tend to do small - medium venues so don't need a power house speaker system....although I have got a large hall in January and I know my speakers I have now are not up for the job.

[ppentertainments]

get your self down to class d mate, i run a set of class d cd15p

When do YOU actually run them ?? I ve not heard much about your actual gigs yet.

Back on topic - why not get a second set of speakers (200w ish each). I have some skytec speakers which are rarely used but have never let me down and were in regular use for quite a while - I know most have had bad experiences but have been fine for me.

I do agree with damian about class-d, for the money they are great. For your £150 I would reccomend http://www.class-d.com/Product.aspx?PRO=621 . Use these for smaller gigs and larger venues use all 4 running off the one amp - your amp will handle this no prob.

A set of bass bins could be the alternative but I rarely use them as normally in small venues and my main clientele prefer the system without them.

[One Vision]

When do YOU actually run them ?? I ve not heard much about your actual gigs yet.

Back on topic - why not get a second set of speakers (200w ish each). I have some skytec speakers which are rarely used but have never let me down and were in regular use for quite a while - I know most have had bad experiences but have been fine for me.

I do agree with damian about class-d, for the money they are great. For your £150 I would reccomend http://www.class-d.com/Product.aspx?PRO=621 . Use these for smaller gigs and larger venues use all 4 running off the one amp - your amp will handle this no prob.

A set of bass bins could be the alternative but I rarely use them as normally in small venues and my main clientele prefer the system without them.

You have just contradicted your own posts mate or is that you used to use them a lott but now rarely :D

[ppentertainments]

Back on topic - why not get a second set of speakers (200w ish each). I have some skytec speakers which are rarely used but have never let me down and were in regular use for quite a while - I know most have had bad experiences but have been fine for me.




You have just contradicted your own posts mate or is that you used to use them a lott but now rarely :D

Were in regular use - now used occasionally.:D :D Don't confuse me, absolutely knackered today - how many days in this month ???

[One Vision]

:laughup:

[Totally Plucked]

get your self down to class d mate, i run a set of class d cd15p http://www.classd.ltd.uk/product.php?productid=16142 , they sound good, others will recommend them but their 100% better than what your running at the moment.

Errrmmm !
Slight problem only an extra £190 more than hes got to spend :bang: :bang: :bang:

[discomobiledj]

I do agree with damian about class-d, for the money they are great. For your £150 I would reccomend http://www.class-d.com/Product.aspx?PRO=621 . Use these for smaller gigs and larger venues use all 4 running off the one amp - your amp will handle this no prob.

Just had a look at these and they could be just right, I have 4 outputs on my amp (2 x Jack & 2 x Speakon) so these are looking promising


Errrmmm !
Slight problem only an extra £190 more than hes got to spend :bang: :bang: :bang:

There's always one!

[A1DL]

What would you recommend with my amp?

I only tend to do small - medium venues so don't need a power house speaker system....although I have got a large hall in January and I know my speakers I have now are not up for the job.

The reason I asked "why?" was to understand why you thought that "2 x 400w" speakers would be more suitable than the "2 x 200w" speakers you already have. They may not be as loud as what you already have.

Also, I would never recommend speakers to match an amp. Match the amp to the speakers.

[ppentertainments]

Just had a look at these and they could be just right, I have 4 outputs on my amp (2 x Jack & 2 x Speakon) so these are looking promising


Best way would be to 'daisy chain' them (Don't know the correct phrase) Amp to speaker, then speaker to second speaker. Repeat for other side. Will also give you greater spread for large stages.

[Totally Plucked]

Best way would be to 'daisy chain' them (Don't know the correct phrase) Amp to speaker, then speaker to second speaker. Repeat for other side. Will also give you greater spread for large stages.

You need to start looking into ohms then
Eg 2 x 8 ohm speakers linked = 4 ohm load.
If you dont understand it you will fry your amp :mad:

[ppentertainments]

You need to start looking into ohms then
Eg 2 x 8 ohm speakers linked = 4 ohm load.
If you dont understand it you will fry your amp :mad:

4 ohm is no problem for the amp mentioned (or for most amps I believe).