Norfolk DJ 0 Posted April 28, 2009 Report Share Posted April 28, 2009 Hi all Whilst the Mackies are very reliable, I think I need to acquire a spare Active speaker for emergency use only. i don't really want to shell out £350 for another Mackie speaker which i might not ever use. Just 1 which if needed will get me through 1 gig or 2 whilst running repairs are made. Rob Link to post Share on other sites
spinner 0 Posted April 28, 2009 Report Share Posted April 28, 2009 Have a look at the Skytec RC series, available through Tower Hi-Fi. Link to post Share on other sites
Bouncy Dancefloor 0 Posted April 29, 2009 Report Share Posted April 29, 2009 W Audio PSR 12A's i run two discos with them, includes great carry bag too, approx £420 ish a pair Link to post Share on other sites
JCarey 0 Posted April 29, 2009 Report Share Posted April 29, 2009 Thomann 12 Behringer I've heard both and for what your looking for perfect. John DJ John Carey Link to post Share on other sites
Dukesy 0 Posted April 29, 2009 Report Share Posted April 29, 2009 A DJ@ member purchased the Behringer Eurolive B215A and is extremely happy, maybe a second hand system is worth investing in? Link to post Share on other sites
McCardle 1 Posted April 29, 2009 Report Share Posted April 29, 2009 I can also recommend the Eurolive's too as I have a pair - used just for rear sound reinforcement purposes in larger halls and marquees. I found them excellent value for money, and don't seem to suffer too much from the 'toppy' bright treble that plastic cabs in this price range often suffer from :Thumbup: People are quick to compare a pair of £330 speakers with others costing £800 or £900 and this is NOT a fair comparison, and like comparing a Fiat Panda to a Jag . With the Behringer you do get quite a decent 15" active speaker with a nice bass response and no 'in yer face' treble. I'd happily compare them to others in the medium £300 - £500 price bracket as I feel (having demo'd several) that they are quite a fierce contender, and the cheaper end of the price equation if you buy them from the right place. I got mine from here http://www.whybuynew.co.uk/Behringer-B215A...e-Speakers.html (During one of the rare times that they ACTUALLY HAD STOCK ) "The voice of the devil is heard in our land" 'War doesn't determine who is right, war determines who is left, and you wont win this war.' Link to post Share on other sites
disco4hire 1 Posted April 29, 2009 Report Share Posted April 29, 2009 (edited) I can also recommend the Eurolive's too as I have a pair - used just for rear sound reinforcement purposes in larger halls and marquees. I found them excellent value for money, and don't seem to suffer too much from the 'toppy' bright treble that plastic cabs in this price range often suffer from :Thumbup: I got mine from here http://www.whybuynew.co.uk/Behringer-B215A...e-Speakers.html Same here, I use the Behringer Eurolive B215A for my budget hire stock, and have been delighted with them, taking the price into account, (£350 new, guaranteed a year and delivered) IMO they can't be beat. Performance wise they sound OK on their own but when I run them with a mackie 1501 sub they sound great. Edited April 29, 2009 by disco4hire New Site Clouds Disco Link to post Share on other sites
Raymilkybarkid 0 Posted April 30, 2009 Report Share Posted April 30, 2009 Have just received through the post blurb about Tapco Thump apparently they are designed by Mackie may be worth a punt. Professional DJ Since 1983 - Having worked in Clubs, Pubs, Mobile and Radio in the UK and Europe 29 Years Experience and still learning. Link to post Share on other sites
disco4hire 1 Posted April 30, 2009 Report Share Posted April 30, 2009 There's a single 450 on eBay at the moment, usually singles go cheap it may be a steal HERE New Site Clouds Disco Link to post Share on other sites
Bouncy Dancefloor 0 Posted May 1, 2009 Report Share Posted May 1, 2009 Have just received through the post blurb about Tapco Thump apparently they are designed by Mackie may be worth a punt. they are not in the same league!! Tapco are quick to associate themselves with Mackie, yet Mackie are quick to distance themselves, what does that tell you? Also Mackie doesnt have any Tapco spares in the UK, every spare part is ordered from the far east and the waiting time is approx 3 months Link to post Share on other sites
Raymilkybarkid 0 Posted May 1, 2009 Report Share Posted May 1, 2009 they are not in the same league!! Tapco are quick to associate themselves with Mackie, yet Mackie are quick to distance themselves, what does that tell you? Also Mackie doesnt have any Tapco spares in the UK, every spare part is ordered from the far east and the waiting time is approx 3 months Not the sort of thing that we would use just saw the price and thought could be good as a back up. I would say that spares wouldn't be a problem simply speakers in the US seem to keep them, not that you shouldn't need them if they are only being used as a backup. But I know what you mean about the asscociation bit. Professional DJ Since 1983 - Having worked in Clubs, Pubs, Mobile and Radio in the UK and Europe 29 Years Experience and still learning. Link to post Share on other sites
poridge 0 Posted May 1, 2009 Report Share Posted May 1, 2009 I would recommend the behringer speakers, i would however go for the b215A rather than the B212A. I have been running these for around a year now and cannot fault them. perfect for my requirements Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk DJ 0 Posted May 1, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 1, 2009 I would recommend the behringer speakers, i would however go for the b215A rather than the B212A. I have been running these for around a year now and cannot fault them. perfect for my requirements Yes these look a decent buy Link to post Share on other sites
Swingcats 0 Posted December 15, 2010 Report Share Posted December 15, 2010 What did you go for in the end? Lets not forget Thomann offer 3 years guarentee on all products. And cheaper to buy with exchange rate. Good Rockin Daddy (Chris) www.swingcats.co.uk Music to dance to from 1930's to NOW! Shake your rude box. Yeovil Somerset 0845 094 3757 Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk DJ 0 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 What did you go for in the end? Lets not forget Thomann offer 3 years guarentee on all products. And cheaper to buy with exchange rate. RCF 722A's Link to post Share on other sites
Swingcats 0 Posted December 16, 2010 Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 RCF 722A's Wow, so guessing they are now your main speakers while the mackies are in reserve? Good Rockin Daddy (Chris) www.swingcats.co.uk Music to dance to from 1930's to NOW! Shake your rude box. Yeovil Somerset 0845 094 3757 Link to post Share on other sites
Norfolk DJ 0 Posted December 16, 2010 Author Report Share Posted December 16, 2010 Wow, so guessing they are now your main speakers while the mackies are in reserve? Nop. The mackies went Link to post Share on other sites
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