Mr.Si Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 Hi Guys and Gals, I have a friend who's looking for a decent PA system and I thought I'd ask you all on here as there's a whole host of knowledge amongst you! Here's what he said to me: Im looking for a new FOH system,my budgets £5k amped and cabled.I need it to have a 90 degree coverage and decent performance to 10-15m.Its mainly be used for Jazz/Blues and Rock Bands. Ideally it needs to be groundstackable and flyable. No 15" subs please! I dont mind it being second hand absolutely no problem with that at all,actualy id rather it was (more for my money that way).But this system has to be by a brand,I need to meet rider's or at least offer an alternative that people will have heard of. I await your knowledge with baited breath! Cheers. Si Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hambone Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 I'm so pleased with my smaller RCF system, that I will seriously consider this when upgrading (oops... I see you don't want 15" subs... guess 2 x 15" is out of the question then!): http://www.rcf.it/VediMacro.phtml?IDMacro=...0&m2=1&m3=0_1_5. 950 watts seems a bit underpowered for the sub, though, but I bet the system sounds incredible anyway. Perhaps these are more suitable: http://www.rcf.it/VediMacro.phtml?IDMacro=...0&m2=1&m3=0_1_4 available here: http://www.decks.co.uk/products/speakers/rcf/rcf_4pro6001a. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Si Posted January 15, 2006 Author Share Posted January 15, 2006 Just so you know what sort of brands he's looking for: Nexod&bTurbosoundHK Audio (the better stuff) These brands are part of the reason that 2nd hand stuff is very attractive. No offence to RCF, but I don't think that brand is on his list.Thanks for the links all the same though, Hambone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob_Beech Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 To add to this. I know for a fact that he's not all that interested in any powered stuff either. Again this could cause issues. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanG Posted January 15, 2006 Share Posted January 15, 2006 You could buy a new Nexo PS10 rig with LS500 and Nexo amp for around £4.5k, IIRC, which would leave you with change for cables and a rig that would meet pretty much any rider for a gig of that size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ynot Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 You could buy a new Nexo PS10 rig with LS500 and Nexo amp for around £4.5k, IIRC, which would leave you with change for cables and a rig that would meet pretty much any rider for a gig of that size.Our Nexo PS10's sound excellent and I'd recomend them to anyone.And you'd probably be able to shop around for a deal to beat 4.5K as well... TD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim b Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 No 15" subs please! The reason being? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Si Posted January 16, 2006 Author Share Posted January 16, 2006 He doesn't want them cause they don't go low enough, and that's his call. Please, let's just not get into the 15" v 18" thing, cause it's not gonna get us anywhere. :) I'd be happy to hear replies which conform to my friend's wishes :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Hi, Im Si's friend that's sourcing the system!I dont wana get in to the 15" vs 18" debate either!All help greatfully recieved! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich newby Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 So are you saying that you do want subs, just not 15 or 18 inch? Or do you just want a full top system? Oh and welcome to blueroom! Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 Sorry If I made it clear as mud! I want 18" Subs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich newby Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 You would probably get 18" subs on a system for £5k anyway! I would look at the D&B gear, I Love it, if only I had the budget! Have a look at this system, slightly under your budget though! I would probably go with D&B speakers with lab grubben amps, that would give you a nice system! HTHRich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris_R Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 I would probably go with D&B speakers with lab grubben amps AFAIK D&B advise you only use their amps (D12, P1200, EPac) with their speakers as the amps have the speaker controllers and management in them. Also, D&B speakers have a 5 year guarantee which, IIRC, is voided by using other amps. I think D&B may be over the budget though. It may be worth checking out Concert Trade's Speaker page as there is an HK system on there that may fit the spec, as well as a few other bits and bobs! Hope this Helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 I have to say I love D and B! Really really do!If it was D & B Id settle for 70 degree coverage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim b Posted January 16, 2006 Share Posted January 16, 2006 He doesn't want them cause they don't go low enough, and that's his call. Please, let's just not get into the 15" v 18" thing, cause it's not gonna get us anywhere. dry.gif I'd be happy to hear replies which conform to my friend's wishes smile.gif Not trying to start an argument-I just think Pete may be making his life harder by not considering all the options which would work for him. It is his money so it's his call at the end of the day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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