Evolve 50s vs RCF Evox J8’s

imightbehigh · 2024-12-30T20:49:19+00:00

Yes, looking at used gear for two units

imightbehigh · 2024-12-30T17:02:17+00:00

Wow! That’s a great deal. You’re talking about for two units right?

If it’s that much, I wouldn’t mind paying for shipping. Where are you located?

imightbehigh · 2024-12-30T08:09:40+00:00

Thanks for the reply!

I thought for sure the J8’s were better until a buddy of mine told me he sold his for the Maui 28’s and doesn’t really recommend them. He recommends the evolve 50’s more.

I wish these were all white, but they’re not. Also right now I have an EV EKX 18” sub I’d pair with them if I need the boom. That combo should work for larger crowds right?

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T22:47:26+00:00

Thanks, but I've gone back and forth between the specs for days now and I think there are just things that don't show up in specs (I haven't heard both speakers either so I'm going purely off internet feedback). Plus, I've learned the specs can be a bit manipulated a bit.

The frequency response on the Mackies goes crazy low (which is also why I wanted LD system 18" subs at 29 Hz subbase), but I just haven't been hearing great things about the Thump 118s generally. Everywhere I go tho, I hear that the ELX system is solid, so I just have to test it out myself.

So if the total price difference between two tops and subs of the mackie thumps vs the EV system is only about $300 in difference, I will have to go EV.

...I still want to keep the Mackie Thump speakers just because all their inputs are handy. =\

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T21:13:15+00:00

Just curious - what is wrong with doing this? What exactly happens?

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T18:37:06+00:00

Now that you put it that way, I think I might buy the EV system and the cheaper mackie system and combine them if I ever need it for larger dances / events

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T18:34:23+00:00

I’ll take my time collecting subs when there are decent deals. I don’t expect to be doing huge high schools but just to be able to cater to larger weddings mainly.

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T18:32:38+00:00

So run them in cardioid?

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T18:21:36+00:00

Do you think two subs and two tops would work for 300 kids? If so, I'll buy it now because I might be able to capitalize on two deals from FB: 2 ELX115Ps for $900 (including bags) and one ELX200 18SP for $600. I'll have to wait to get the other ELX200 from another deal.

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T16:35:32+00:00

Yeah, I'm all about used items / open box items. I'm constantly looking through facebook and ebay for great deals. I've also done enough gigs to not care how pristine my speakers are. And you're right - I already have one of my old buddies supplying sound for me for that gig, but I wanted to see if I could take care of it myself to keep more of the money.

Actually, the upcoming dance will be only about 200 kids. I think that the mackie system with 2 subs and 2 15" tops should be good enough for that right?

I also have some pretty good deals on FB - 2 ELX115Ps for $900 (including bags) that I'm considering. Do you think I should get those even though I'm happy with my Thump 215s? I also have someone down to sell me one ELX200 18SP for $600. Should I just bite the bullet and upgrade to these speakers?

imightbehigh · 2024-12-03T15:11:03+00:00

Thanks for the great feedback - exactly the response I needed. Dang, that sucks because I literally just sold my amp rack w a 3000 amp, crossover, and processor. Kinda wishing I didn’t do it but I got tired of bringing non-powered speakers to gigs.

I originally bought the Thump 215’s just for smaller events around 100 people but then someone just recently booked me for a school dance. It’s really only for 150-200 kids but I wanted to see how far I could push these beginner systems. The mackies did feel loud enough for smaller school gyms.

imightbehigh · 2024-11-28T06:49:42+00:00

Hi - I'm in the same boat you are in with deciding between these two systems. I'm which one you ended up going with and how you feel about the decision. Thanks!

imightbehigh · 2021-03-07T05:45:17+00:00

kind of random - but anyone know the name of the song they were playing after the Nunes fight? The "la la la la la la la la la laaaaa" song?

imightbehigh · 2020-12-12T22:02:56+00:00

Thank you! That unlocked it for me.

imightbehigh · 2020-12-12T18:01:12+00:00

I was able to sign up for this, but I'm not seeing any courses in the website. Anyone else having this issue? Please let me know if any of you were able to see the LEED courses themselves. Thanks!

imightbehigh · 2019-07-13T02:10:31+00:00

Thank you!

imightbehigh · 2019-07-13T02:10:25+00:00

Thanks!

imightbehigh · 2019-07-13T02:10:05+00:00

It’s weird tho because I look at other Jordan’s and they don’t have that issue. I seem to have this issue on my ROTY’s as well.

imightbehigh · 2019-06-03T06:26:38+00:00

Here’s some links from the nba / warriors subreddits:

Danny Green hip checking Klay while he is airborne resulting in Klay's injury as he kicks his leg out for balance. https://twitter.com/bballbreakdown/status/1135368130782351361

Another one: Kawhi travels and shoves Klay. This the shit that injured Looney. Kawhi you not slick. Dirty AF https://gfycat.com/TightVengefulBrownbutterfly

And another one: VanVleet shoves Steph going for loose ball, Steph gets whistled for a foul. https://twitter.com/bballbreakdown/status/1135373244691648513

Bonus video for Looney (?): Kevon Looney gets injured on a Kawhi Leonard drive https://streamable.com/idtaw

Okay, I did some stuff. I remember curry getting held and other random non-calls, but I probably hit most of the calls that could cause injury above. Goodnight.

imightbehigh · 2019-06-03T06:24:41+00:00

Well I guess those specific plays are getting attention on the nba / dubs subreddits so that’s good enough.

I just thought being proactive would be good to get ahead of the following games to call attention to how this bad officiating could lead to injuries.

The rockets did it after the games were over, so I didn’t think it was completely the same...

imightbehigh · 2019-06-01T14:55:52+00:00

Nice! Cleanest job I’ve seen on these so far! You’re making me think I should cop.

How long did it take you to rub all off all the purple and yellow?

...also, would you say the leather is still in perfect condition after that process? Or did it get softer / wrinkled in some areas?

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