5 Best Portable PA Systems That Won't Break Your Back - Great For Outdoor PA Systems Too!

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Dagan shows us his top 5 best portable PA systems ideal for those who need to set up and pack down quickly.
PA systems used in this video:
0:00 Intro
0:44 Roland BA330 Portable Active PA System - bit.ly/2HPFekb
2:59 Bose L1 Compact Active PA System - bit.ly/2HNtI8Q
5:44 Bose S1 Pro PA System with Battery Pack - bit.ly/2HNsMBw
7:00 QSC TouchMix 8 Digital Mixer - bit.ly/2HNveI4
QSC K8.2 Active PA Loudspeaker - bit.ly/2IrNysn
10:38 JBL EON One Portable PA System - www.pmtonline.co.uk/jbl-eon-o...
In this video Dagan shows us 5 of his favourite PA systems that are entirely portable and self contained. These portable PA systems from the likes of QSC, Bose, Roland and JBL prove that you don't have to have a massive sound system to achieve a massive sound.
These compact PA systems are perfect for public speaking engagements, performance artists, small venues, church sound systems and school sound systems. These PA systems also offer exceptional sound for the likes of DJ's, small musical acts such as wedding bands and duos, and can even provide a massive sound to school auditoriums/theatres.
Best of all, they don't weigh a great deal and are easily assembled, packed down and carried.
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@jonathanhazlett8880 3 жыл бұрын

I loved you in Get Him to the Greek.

@johnkrajewski6252 3 жыл бұрын

Fucking dead lmao

@BennyHueENT 3 жыл бұрын

I think he was in forgetting sarah marshall too! Love seeing youtubers take off like that 💕

@thatsexyskaterasmr1580 2 жыл бұрын

Underrated comment

@nickfeder 2 жыл бұрын

IT’S KUBRICKIAN

@Mars-mr3om Жыл бұрын

Aldus Snow is da best!

@delphinoaleon6436 4 жыл бұрын

Manual reviews are off the hook. Your excitement is contagiously entertaining. With love from America

@TroyNaumu808 2 жыл бұрын

I use Bose S1-Pro. It may not be a Roland but it is still a Boss. It is loud, versitile, and powerful. Good for busking and small gigs.

@spikesparks4615 5 жыл бұрын

Love the board, speaker combo.🤘

@businessenglishlessonseslf8492 2 жыл бұрын

I'd get a bose system cos I can use it for my TV amplification as well as for gigging. I've used Bose ever since they appeared on the scene and I've never been disappointed. Rock on!

@anthonydigeronimo7976 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy all the reviews I've seen you do. Obviously you want us to buy the product you're reviewing, it's your job but your passion for all things musical really shine through and to me just that fact alone makes me feel I can trust your opinion. I enjoyed your review of Epiphone Prophecy SG very much!! Keep on rocking my rock and roll brother!!!!

@leewot 3 жыл бұрын

“I’m 6ft 5..” “ I only work in metric “ Comedy gold

@garryroylegr 4 жыл бұрын

This is a brilliant and very entertaining video. Thank you so much for doing it. I love Bose but it's a bit pricey please can you do a longer review of the Eon and maybe include the Bose compact' s bigger brother the L1 S1

@mixalizambetas3215 4 жыл бұрын

Class vid mate currently doing small gigs through laney vocal amps but its time for an upgrade. Pop in soon for prices. 👍

@JackAndrews-Music 4 жыл бұрын

I have 2 x Yamaha stagepas 1K's for sale, North East Engladn, TS12. Message me if interested :)

@charlierickitt4129 5 жыл бұрын

Really useful, great video as always

@mizellgg Жыл бұрын

Best audio review guy ever. I could listen to you for hours. Nice job 👍.

@curtpyro1518 Жыл бұрын

His personality kind of reminds me of Jack Sparrow

@billm4262 4 жыл бұрын

ION Total PA at Sam's Club on sale for $159 each right now. I got 2 last night and they are amazing. Just over $300 for the pair. I love them.

@LoudmanSpeaks 4 жыл бұрын

I've worked with the JBL's,QSC and Bose systems. My experience with JBL is superb with just about all products. A bit more expensive but definitely worth it!... The Bose is really tailored to a vocal and acoustic guitar, low end drops off under 100 Hz. But I think they'd be excellent for a home theater system. QSC is great for the $$.

@austinmillerae 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah that QSC is no joke, pretty nice for sure.

@ianarbiol1809 4 жыл бұрын

Am I the only one seeing Captain Jack Sparrow on this guy’s body language?

@RitchieRosson 5 жыл бұрын

That was cosmic. You know that I have a Corsa! Great video guys.

@RitchieRosson 9 ай бұрын

I'm watching again 4 years later. And i've still got a Corsa.

@somekindofmonkeyapprentice8697 5 жыл бұрын

Just use dagan in every vid Defo the best

@cresshead 4 жыл бұрын

behringer has some great options

@Brianbauermusic 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@borg386 3 жыл бұрын

Tell you one thing about the bose s1 pro, the Bluetooth range is insane. I got 300 feet out of it on a direct line of sight. Sounded great from that distance as well. Of course I was in a huge 100,000 sq.ft building, but still sounded insanely good. Also Many local bars in my area use the bose l1 compact, and it sounds awesome in every setting.

@jedturner9173 4 жыл бұрын

great demo, it aint ez to do one, nice job

@johnstimley4255 5 жыл бұрын

Def go with QSC mini rig!

@GAMINGNOOBIE 5 жыл бұрын

i use the L1 Compacts and S1 pro's for smaller shows when companies hire. they are good and loud highly recommended

@erpringle 4 жыл бұрын

I have 2 L-1 compacts and a 4 channel tone match mixer and I love it. Can't go wrong with bose.

@borg386 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Bose L1 compact and the S1 pro. The ultimate combination!

@annmaria 4 жыл бұрын

Ah interesting! I was wondering whether they'd work together

@havenlane992 2 жыл бұрын

How do you combine them? One as a monitor and the other to the crowd?

@borg386 2 жыл бұрын

@@havenlane992 Yes! Even though you don't really need a monitor with the compact, I've always felt the singer wants to hear " themselves " singing, so I give them the monitor so they have their own personal speaker. The s1 pro is hands down the best monitor on the market, and also sounds great on it's own as well. But the compact alone is excellent on it's own without a monitor too. I use the s1 pro as my primary speaker though because of the Bluetooth, and run a cable to the compact from the s1. Sounds amazing!

@borg386 2 жыл бұрын

@@annmaria sorry, I never saw your comment. Hope you ended up with a Bose system.

@rubenmartinez6285 3 жыл бұрын

Good review

@skidwick 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks, Dagan. Interested in a good setup for solo (acoustic guitar and vocal) but which can also add a second person (with his guitar and vocals too). Not clear if the duo is not appropriate for the all-in-one setup. ? Or is the two-speaker setup not appropriate for solo?

@SavioNoronha 3 жыл бұрын

I use two JBL EON ONE speakers, with the Yamaha MG16XU mixer. These speakers are way too good, loud, clear and have the perfect amount of bass (neither too less, nor too much).

@ToddBarrow 3 жыл бұрын

Excellence!!!

@aanantharajaram8568 3 жыл бұрын

Thank u brother

@markfernandes4165 Жыл бұрын

Great reviews! Your delivery style totally reminds me of Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean. Good day, mate!

@ryanjohnlis 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very informative!! John Waterford Ireland

@corneliusquinn8633 5 жыл бұрын

I see Dagan, I click.

@lukec.6051 5 жыл бұрын

Great vid guys! Defo gonna help when i get enough money to buy one!

@mikepeytonmusic 4 жыл бұрын

this guy needs his own channel

@juliachrobok3734 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@antplaysdrums Жыл бұрын

thanks captain...jack...sparrow! good video!

@edwardmirza 3 жыл бұрын

Great presenter!

@maximusheronimus23980 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dagan, could you use a PA set to create a "live enviroment sound" i would love to experience, my jazz records in a more live stage sound and dynamic manner

@spiritzweispirit1st638 5 жыл бұрын

Dude You So Rock!🎸✌Great Well Spoken' Cadenced and Spirited Complete Information 'cept for price'_Anyway ' Thank You ! Now I Want To Buy a Portable PA System and I Dont Even Have a Use For One! ' Yet!_ Cheers!☺👍🇬🇧🇺🇸

@kevon217 2 жыл бұрын

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE!

@benb1738 4 жыл бұрын

What a great time to be alive... yeah...

@charlycash 4 жыл бұрын

Great review I will probably go with the Roland or JBL. I must say this with all due reapect reviewer reminded me of Johnny Deep doing Jack Black Sparrow from Pirates movies. Very entertaining. 😂

@alexanderschrager6448 3 күн бұрын

I was about to say the same thing he was very fun to watch

@SanFranciscoFatboy 4 жыл бұрын

great host!!!!! dude should be hired by JBL or Bose............ just as good as TV.........

@ze-ce.cra_ 5 жыл бұрын

I'm looking for something to plug my multi effects since it has amp simulation, and I'm gonna use it mainly for practicing in the studio.. Anybody got recommendation?

@ericzohar1345 Жыл бұрын

Loved the knowledgeable imfo thank you ! One question, if i may; You said that you are not a P.A person.. What would you use for great sounding max 30 people party or singing gigs.. Thanks

@allanmahmod4264 5 жыл бұрын

Quick question after quick statement?.. Awesome Video Thank You So Very Much for sharing!!! Question, JBL as well as Bose F1 --- good enough for any type of DJ'ing application? Indoor large banquet hall as well as outdoor very large grove type party?

@DayNNyteDJs 4 жыл бұрын

None of these should be your main DJ rig if you want to do large events. These are all the smaller systems, great for more intimate settings such as coffee shops, acoustic performances, wedding ceremonies, etc.

@djslaii2032 5 жыл бұрын

I own 2 of the JBL EON ONE PA's for a year now, and I must say, apart from the flawed 10" sub (no coil vents in the magnet, causing the coil to burn on prolonged playing) it's an awesome design......great loud, clean and rich sound. if anybody do own any of these I recommend replacing the sub with the Bazooka 10” 4 ohm Dual Voice Coil Replacement Woofer (WF1042DV)….has the same specs as the JBL sub..... wiring both coils in parallel for an 8ohm load and it plays even better, (more bass). Best JBL EON YET!!!! GREAT VIDEO!!!

@thelolguy007 4 жыл бұрын

Rcf Evox 8 if your budget will stretch to it 👍

@robfriedrich2822 5 жыл бұрын

I use beside Bose L1 compact a LD System Maui 5. About microphone I add a TC Helicon Voicetone T1, that makes good sound.

@FLOPSandBART 4 жыл бұрын

That was great bro..I was just looking @ buying the "EV EVOE 50..Just on AUD $2,000..ready to set up in 5 minutes.. But after your demo of the JBL EON ONE"-- I'm going to go & demo this..& probably buy 2 of these units instead.. I do like the look of the QSC TOUCH MIX 22 Channel euthanasia the QSC K8.2- 2000 watt..but I want simplicity right at this time as I'm a full time gigging muso..Electric & Acoustic rigs..& I'm hoping I can successfully put my Fender guitars thru this system direct??..& get my sound I need??.. Or o I will continue to use my Fender amps??..& DI into the JBL EON"??.. But I like the set up is Like - 10-15 minutes.. It takes me about 45- 60 minutes to set my rig up now??..& similar times to pull down & more time to bounce out with trolleys of gear, Amps, & guitars.. Etc.. Thank you.. Great review.. 😎🎸🎤🎹🎩👍.. Doc J Feelgood..Surfers Paradise..Gold Coast, Qld..Downunder.. Australia..

@theselector4733 4 жыл бұрын

Do u reckon any of these rigs would be suitable for a small band ( 2 - 4 piece) running midi files? Cheers

@instanttherapy 4 жыл бұрын

Xlnt video. I'll check on the first item. I can tell he's nervous, like me, normal until we're in front of a video cam. Then nervous energy.

@mattydatboi 4 жыл бұрын

Huh

@rommieoverton3847 4 жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts on using a PA system for everything? Such as home stereo, Home Entertainment and performing on stage. Using it for a PA system. Thank you so much

@jonthomas1377 4 жыл бұрын

My PA rig sounds like poop in the living room. Even with heavy eq it just is not designed for hifi. The HF floods the room and bass is overpowering at 45hz... It is just the wrong tool for the job ... put 100 people in a bar and it sounds great.

@sylvestercaff5691 Жыл бұрын

Got a kam rz8a, it's OK at a good price, I like the bose s1pro maybe one day

@brianwolle2509 4 жыл бұрын

loved those same qsc speakers -for a while. then the loudness disappeared. took it back. gave me a used one... same thing. all my other amps... no prob. why the qsc died, i'll never know. they sure were loud, though. $600 for one.

@patbassman8251 4 жыл бұрын

Any tips for Busking with a bass setup ?, I was thinking it may be possible with my TC RH450 amp ,small cab , motorcycle battery and an inverter to 240v , a friend of mine used to use a Car amp and speaker with a motorcycle battery for his Piano worked well , I cant seem to find and vids of buskers using this idea.

@erikamunozmusic 5 жыл бұрын

How about the RCF Evox 8 paired with the Touchmix?

@tiffsaver 4 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for this great video!! I was thinking about the JBL EON system to do some small karaoke parties, but to tell you the truth, the price tag would nearly break me... which is why I really appreciated you mentioning that TouchMix digital mixer and matching loudspeaker. Just one question. For singing in a small venue, does the one you mentioned measure up the much more expensive JBL?? Many thanks.

@KlimLevene 4 жыл бұрын

Have you looked at the jbl partybox? I think that may be more of what you’re looking for at a better price.

@tiffsaver 4 жыл бұрын

@@KlimLevene For months, I've been researching every busking unit on the market. Unfortunately, the JBLs don't work on battery power or have built-in Bluetooth. I eventually settled on the Bose S1, and I love this little thing like CRAZY. Granted, its not as loud as its A/C cousins, but for small venues, its incredibly light weight and small size works perfectly for me.

@KlimLevene 4 жыл бұрын

tiffsaver well the jbl partybox has 12hr battery (claimed) and bluetooth- but if you already have the Bose and like it then all good :)

@tiffsaver 4 жыл бұрын

@@KlimLevene Oops. I was confusing your box with the larger, more powerful JBL Eon Pro. I checked on the specs of this small speaker too, and decided on the Bose. The overall sound quality and user friendly controls are really perfect for my needs. It's almost like a large bookshelf speaker, and I actually carry it in its own backpack. Thanks!

@pjcdm 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great review. Thanks. I have one (stupid) question. Can you hook any of these to a tv (and how, if you can)? Can you have 5 speakers (+1 or 2 subs) working out of the system or could you with added equipment?

@graceamora456 5 ай бұрын

I a powered mixer and speaker connected to TV it's easy

@EPHONIC 3 жыл бұрын

@PMTVUK I have a Zoom LiveTrak L-8 mixer and want to start a karaoke business. Can I go small for weddings and smaller parties or do you suggest I go bigger like the Yamaha larger PA systems?

@mattydatboi 4 жыл бұрын

This guy has a Russel Brand vibe lol

@britishboxer6875 4 жыл бұрын

nope, he is the bf of queens new singer ADAM

@demzynavarro3415 4 жыл бұрын

More like Jack Sparrow

@roninaikido5179 4 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about that RUSSEL BRAND WHILE TALKING ABOUT MEDITATION USING P.A. SYSTEM . DAMN I ALMOST PUT RUSSEL WESTBROOK NAME HAHAHAHA !!!😂😁🤣😃😄😅😆

@caidenhaas2147 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not the only one who thought he had jack sparrow energy

@gatlinproduction 4 жыл бұрын

What you recommend for a Video Shoot for on the go play back? I was wondering if anyone of the system that runs on battery life that has a power source that I can plug 🔌 in a Mixer inside of the speakers. I have a Roland CD 2000 and I love it because I can make location points or I can use my MacBook Pro using protools if I can power up with the PA System.

@LTJR. 4 жыл бұрын

I just saw a different powered JBL on Sweetwater I think it was it seemed comprable and it has output for power or power output...charging capabilities for external devices so I guess I'm trying to say

@pianodon 4 жыл бұрын

I needed something to power a Hauptwerk digital pipe organ for concerts. I bought two JBL Eon One systems. If they will reproduce a pipe organ in a moderate-sized room oh, they should be good for many applications. I always like two speaker positions , left and right because even when I use digital piano, I like the stereo sound to fill the room. I would also offer the harbinger MLS 900, half the price and a great room filling sound. For my need I would use a subwoofer with the 2 harbingers. However I discovered them after I bought the Eon ones. I think the JBL Eon one will do the job right.

@ianbarber2937 3 жыл бұрын

What do you suggest for gigging with a synthesizer?

@wellnix53 4 жыл бұрын

Is it possible to use Saramonic wireless mics with the Roland?

@tanomacias4204 4 жыл бұрын

Everything is great but we want to know prices also...

@patrickrwhite8354 3 жыл бұрын

I have the bose Speakers for 300 people in a crowd. But I am always wondering there are 12 speakers in the tower and the bass stands alone so is this unit Stereo? It's incredibly loud and in small rooms you barely turn the volume up. So question is it stereo.?

@peterp1665 4 жыл бұрын

If you tied 2 of the Roland speakers together, are you able to use 4 mics or will it handle just the 2?

@brianwolle2509 4 жыл бұрын

plug a mixer into it.

@Nate-Dawwg 5 жыл бұрын

Ok I need help/advice. I want to start doing my own live sessions in my home. However I want to be able to sing,play guitar, and use my drum machine. Can i do all this through a PA system? Now my other question. I recently bought a vox ac15 amp. I want to mic it to the PA system can i do that? And lastly. Can i connect everything through my boss rc-30 loop station without any problems? I cant find anything on setting up for live sessions. Thank you to whoever reads this and responds. Lol

@joshhoover1202 5 жыл бұрын

Yes to both of those assuming you have a mixer. I got a used, little (12 channels, so not the smallest) Yamaha one for maybe a little over 50 bucks, so you won't break the bank getting one. There are videos on KZfaq about getting whatever setup you want running.

@VancouverMagic 3 жыл бұрын

Does QSC have a battery powered PA speaker/system?

@geirbyre 4 жыл бұрын

Just love my EV Evolve 50! 👍🏻

@DallasBarr 4 жыл бұрын

Been wanting to hear one. Tell me more...

@sheelmirji5494 4 жыл бұрын

Can we use this for pure music listening in home Leaving room / hall ? Are they great sounding?

@m4drums 2 жыл бұрын

There is a comment above about this combination for living room, apparently it's not good for that, it will flood the room with the whole bunch of high frequencies and a lot of bass but it's just not designed for hi-fi,, but if you put it in the bar with 100 or more people it will sound amazing - that's what they say, and that's what it's for. Plus these units are spreading the signal in 180° direction for all the people in the big place to get the sound - so it's not really designed for home hi-fi system, as far as I understand from all the comments about that. Sorry for my English, - not my native language

@livervid 3 жыл бұрын

Need some general advice. Could not hear audio properly. friend of mine is considering using a PA system hired for music for a charity event of 25 people including Samba Dancers They are only familiar with basic sd card played from a portable music system (£100 max price paid), but NOW want better quality and sound. Is everything generated via Bluetooth? Does it have to be a phone sending the signal, can i player or I pad be used? They are nervous about Bluetooth, can a wired system be used with them? What else should they ask about?

@pavelmilkman6227 4 жыл бұрын

Looks like PMT from Newcastle upon Tyne

@kuyakoi3469 4 жыл бұрын

Does roland cube street Ex still counts?

@roogz 3 жыл бұрын

What do you guys think of Korg Konnect?

@hemamodi7962 3 жыл бұрын

hello sir, i have bose S1 , if i don.t run on battery , it does not get drained right? i have the unit plugged in all the time. i use battery only once in a while for an hour or so. but then i plug it in . is it fine ?

@silverdragon0000120 4 жыл бұрын

Dagan if I ever see you I’ll buy you a pint lol 👍🏻

@michaelluczak3019 3 жыл бұрын

Yamaha makes great small to medium sized PAs

@TheAlbiCollier 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent work mate your like a sane musician version of Russel Brand! Keep it up your a natural!

@tiaturnbullchampionscoachi9587 5 жыл бұрын

How much do they each cost?

@adrosorbot1267 4 жыл бұрын

I been to your store in Newcastle 🤣

@ed.t.hansen6499 3 жыл бұрын

QSC. did not mention if BT and battery ?? Lets compare feature the same on each !

@manguera9 4 жыл бұрын

the best portable battery powered is The Stagemate Carvin 400 100 watts with 2 acid batteries 12 volts and the stagemate 600, 150 watts 4 inputs, effects reverb , chorus,echo,bluetooth

@Manc-fh5we Жыл бұрын

Which one is the best choice for singers using backing tracks?

@a-1151 3 жыл бұрын

Are all of them good with a bass guitar

@locarnese5598 3 жыл бұрын

Why do you specify "acoustic" guitar? Won't some of these like the Bose L-1 work with (say) an archtop?

@Hrcak1 Ай бұрын

@Hrcak1 0 seconds ago I’m playing only front of family and few friends. I don’t want use pick up, just microphone for singing and acoustic guitar. That means I need two microphones. Any advice, acoustic amp or PA and which one? Many thanks.

@djpedroabreu 3 жыл бұрын

hi there do you already had tried the HK POLAR 12?

@jerryhollis8155 4 жыл бұрын

No mention of FBT? The FBT Versus system knocks the spots off of all of these set ups

@jerryhollis8155 2 жыл бұрын

@Jane Thorson FBT is an Italian P. A manufacturer.

@PushpendraChauhan123 2 жыл бұрын

How is JBL208 for small singing session with few accompanist,plz tell

@DjDiamondLee 5 жыл бұрын

wish we had a sound test

@peacefuloutlaws 5 жыл бұрын

Look up each individually because it's more in depth

@turiagaristreamingvideo9612 3 жыл бұрын

Proel seson 4 ?? Rcf evox 12 ?? Fbt ?? Wat category ?

@billcampbell8031 4 жыл бұрын

Will the Roland BA330 handle a Keyboard and vocals? Thank you.

@johnlackner1193 3 жыл бұрын

2 mic inputs, 2 stereo line inputs. Yes. for small venues/events like a coffee shop.

@dragonstone6594 Жыл бұрын

What do you think about using studio monitors, (like the Tannoy Gold 8), connected to a Laptop with a sound card for playing with electric guitar? It that sufficient or it needs a subwoofer also?

@PMTVUK Жыл бұрын

That would work just fine 🤘

@dragonstone6594 Жыл бұрын

@@PMTVUK Awesome! thx

@isettech 4 жыл бұрын

I've noticed a trend in audio aimed at the consumer home practice market where RMS power is not in the specifications. The up to 11 hour battery life and "with it cranked up bothering the neighbors" are contradictory. Up to 11 hour is at low average power such a spoken word. This would not work at events I take a diesel trailer generator set to run the amp rack. The one speaker he mentioned 105db sound level, but did not specify at what frequency and at what distance. For smaller gig stuff, a Roland CM30 cube has worked well and has a power rating. Hard to compare these with what I have as they are using any specifications which would compare to other small amps. Those small systems simply will not replace the thump of a pair of 15 inch 2 way speakers with 2 and 3 inch voice coils. Did anything he showed have a voice coil larger than 3/4 inch?

@erpringle 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah but at 65 years old, I have a problem with the weight of the 15's. That's the whole point of compact system. Lugging all that weight around is hard on an old body.

@ed.t.hansen6499 3 жыл бұрын

LBL eon one. again compare those only with BT and battery . how can you compare big and smaller portable; ?

@Itwiznayme1 4 жыл бұрын

It's Kenny Everet. !

@Fragments_Ov_Shattered_Malice_ 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know any affordable PA systems loud enough for bands? My friend is the vocalist my band, and he's looking for an affordable PA for mostly vocals and is loud enough to keep up with 4x12 cabs

@Fragments_Ov_Shattered_Malice_ 2 жыл бұрын

@@margomartinezmusic6190 I said affordable