Best Portable Pa Systems of 2018

Portable PA systems offer a very easily transportable system that provides public address functionality. These audio systems deliver speech through a loudspeaker controlled by a mixer. In some cases, these systems can have speakers and mixers integrated together for ease of use and even more portability.

#19
Peavey SP® 118P on RigShare
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Peavey

SP® 118P

The Peavey® SP® 118P Sub is a compact vented powered subwoofer system utilizing a Peavey® exclusive Pro Rider™ 18" woofer, coupled to a power amplifier with 1,150 watts peak available power. The full-length black perforated steel grille provides protection and a professional appearance, along with the 4-way handles for transport. Multiple fly points are provided to allow overhead rigging. Internal line-level crossover with two outputs, independently electrically buffered; one full-range thru output, and one high-pass output. A threaded pole-mount system provides a sturdy and stable platform to mount a suitably equipped speaker system above the sub woofer. Either the SP®2P or the SP®4P two-way powered speakers are an excellent partner for the SP® 118P Sub. The SP® 118P Sub speaker system power amplifier providing the power is a low-distortion ultra-reliable fan-cooled unit providing 1,150W peak available power for the system. The power supply for the power amp is a switch mode type for low weight and high efficiency. The amplifier features our DDT™ compression, which virtually eliminates audible power amplifier clipping. Cooling is provided via a low-noise fan, for reliable operation under any conditions. Input is via two channels of a combo female XLR and 1/4" TRS phone jack with balanced input to the preamp/EQ electronics, and a level control. The internal speaker crossover and processor is implemented with a high-performance DSP system. Using 24 bit ADC's and DAC's operating at 96 kHz, the 32 bit fixed point DSP processor provides all the filtering and EQ functions to allow the subwoofer to operate at it's best. DSP based limiting works in conjunction with the DDT™ compression to improve woofer reliability without intruding into the musical performance. An LCD display shows what functions or presets have been selected, these functions are selected via a push-to-select rotary knob. A High-Pass output provides a buffered and balanced output signal for a satellite speaker to carry the high range of the music, via a male XLR jack. A Full-Range Thru output has a male XLR connector. This output allows linking of additional speaker systems, or feed of the signal to other devices, etc.

#22
Peavey SP® 4 BX on RigShare
Peavey
Peavey

SP® 4 BX

The SP 4BX is a quasi three-way speaker system comprised of two 15" Black Widow BWX SF series woofer with high strength cones, and an RX 22CT compression driver loaded onto a constant directivity Quadratic Throat Waveguide. The SP 4BX has a trapezoidal-shaped enclosure, which reduces the buildup of standing waves inside the enclosure to minimize mid-bass and midrange coloration. The enclosure is constructed of a hardwood panel coated with a polyurea finish for increased durability and ruggedness. Casters are incorporated to improve portability. A full-length, wrap-around perforated steel grille protects the front of the enclosure. The two-way system consists of two 15" Black Widow BWX SF series woofers with high strength cones and dust caps. The woofer section is capable of over 1,000 watts of continuous power handling (AES Std 2-1984). The high frequencies are handled by a 2" RX22CT titanium diaphragm compression driver utilizing ferro fluid cooling. This superb driver is coupled to a Quadratic Throat Constant directivity waveguide (U.S. Patent #6,059,069) to provide smooth, even response, low distortion and good high frequency dispersion. This horn has an asymmetrical vertical polar response, aiming the main energy lobe down 10 degrees so it is aimed at the audience instead of over their heads. This reduces ceiling reflections, ensuring greater clarity and gain before feedback. Full-range input connection to the system is made via two 1/4" phone jacks and a four-pin twist lock connector in parallel, and bi-amping flexibility is provided via an internal jumper that can be accessed by unscrewing and removing the input cup. The internal passive crossover features the Peavey-exclusive Sound Guard protection circuit for the tweeter and an advanced topology crossover with high-performance components to provide high power handling and reliability. Sound Guard provides long- and medium-term driver overload protection without impairing musical transients or dynamics on either the midrange or the tweeter when the system is used full range or when it is bi-amped. The crossover provides driver roll-off and protection as well as driver EQ for the woofer and horn for a clean, clear and smooth response. High-quality, reliable crossover components include polypropylene capacitors and high-current inductors. The optimal integration of the crossover with the selected drivers results in a smooth frequency response from 52 Hz to 18 kHz. Despite its compact dimensions, this system can produce very high sound levels and handle 2,000 watts program power, resulting in high articulation and long-term reliability. This unit is not designed for overhead suspension. Four large rubber feet are included on the bottom for floor use.

#24
Peavey SPi 6 on RigShare
Peavey
Peavey

SPi 6

The SPi 6 is a two-way speaker system comprised of a premium quality 6.5 inch woofer and 1 inch dome tweeter. The SPi 6 enclosure is trapezoidal-shaped, which reduces the buildup of standing waves inside the enclosure to minimize mid-bass and mid-range coloration. The enclosure is constructed of plywood, and is coated with a textured black finish. A full-length, wrap-around-perforated steel grille protects the front of the enclosure. Multiple fly points are provided to allow overhead rigging. The two-way system consists of the following driver components: a premium quality 6.5-inch woofer. The woofer is capable of 150 Watts of program power handling (AES Std 2-1984). The high frequencies are controlled by a 1 inch soft dome tweeter with an integral short waveguide. Full-range input connection to the system is made via screw terminal barrier strip and one four-pin twist lock connector in parallel. The internal passive crossover features the Peavey-exclusive Sound Guard protection circuit for the tweeter and an advanced topology crossover with high-performance components to provide strong power handling and reliability. Sound Guard provides long- and medium-term driver overload protection without impairing musical transients or dynamics on either the mid-range or the high frequencies. The crossover provides driver roll-off and protection as well as driver EQ for the woofer and horn for a clean, clear and smooth response. High quality, reliable crossover components include film capacitors and high-current inductors. The optimal integration of the crossover with the selected drivers results in a smooth frequency response from 108 Hz to 16.3 kHz. Despite its compact dimensions, this system can produce good sound levels and handle 150 watts program power, resulting in good articulation and long-term reliability.

#25
Peavey SP® 2 BX on RigShare
Peavey
Peavey

SP® 2 BX

The new SP 2BX features the Peavey Quadratic Throat Waveguide with an RX™ 22CT compression driver loaded onto the constant directivity waveguide. The SP 2BX is a two-way speaker system comprised of the new 15" Black Widow BWX SF series woofer with a heavy duty cone. The SP 2BX has a trapezoidal-shaped enclosure, which reduces the buildup of standing waves inside the enclosure to minimize mid-bass and mid-range coloration. The enclosure is constructed of a hardwood panel coated with Peavey's heavy-duty polyurea finish for increased durability and ruggedness. A full-length, wrap-around perforated steel grille protects the front of the enclosure. A stand-mount adapter is incorporated to accommodate a speaker stand. The two-way system consists of a 15" Black Widow BWX SF series woofer with a high strength cone and dust cap. The woofer is capable of over 500 Watts of continuous power handling (AES Std 2-1984). The high frequencies are handled by a 2" RX ™ 22CT titanium diaphragm compression driver utilizing ferrofluid cooling. This superb driver is coupled to a Quadratic Throat Constant Directivity Waveguide (U.S. Patent #6,059,069) to provide smooth, even response, low distortion and good high frequency dispersion. This horn has an asymmetrical vertical polar response, aiming the main energy lobe down 10 degrees so it reaches the audience instead of over their heads. This reduces ceiling reflections and ensures greater clarity and gain before feedback. Full-range input connection to the system is made via two 1/4" phone jacks and one four-pin twist lock connector in parallel. A four-pin Neutrik switching jack is provided for bi-amping flexibility while maintaining superior signal integrity. The internal passive crossover features the Peavey-exclusive Sound Guard protection circuit for the tweeter and an advanced topology crossover with high-performance components to provide high power handling and reliability. Sound Guard provides long- and medium-term driver overload protection without impairing musical transients or dynamics on either the mid-range or the tweeter when the system is used full range or when it is bi-amped. The crossover provides driver roll-off and protection as well as driver EQ for the woofer and horn for a clean, clear and smooth response. High-quality, reliable crossover components include polypropylene capacitors and high-current inductors. The optimal integration of the crossover with the selected drivers results in a smooth frequency response from 54 Hz to 17 kHz. Despite its compact dimensions, this system can produce very high sound levels and handle 1000 watts program power, resulting in high articulation and long-term reliability. This unit is not designed for overhead suspension. The stand-mount adapter may be incorporated, and four large rubber feet are included on the bottom for floor use.

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