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    Mackie HDA & HD1801

    Active Line Array

    Mackie have added to their popular range of active PA speakers with this modular line-array system. Does it deliver the goods?

    Reviews Aug 2012
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    HH Electronics TNE 112A & TNS 215A

    Active PA System

    Legendary PA brand HH Electronics is back, with a range of active speakers that employ the latest in sound-system technology.

    Reviews Jul 2012
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    Finding The Right PA System For You

    Primer

    Thinking of taking your act to the stage? Then you’ll need a suitable way of amplifying it, and that all depends on what and where you’re playing...

    Sound Advice Jun 2012
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    Samson AuroD412 & D1800

    Active PA System

    Samson hope to prove that affordable speakers needn’t compromise on sound, with their new Auro range of active PA speakers.

    Reviews Jun 2012
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    Yamaha DXR12 & DXR15

    Active PA Speakers

    These unassuming PA speakers feature high-powered Class-D amps and internal digital processing that helps them deliver clean sound even at high volumes.

    Reviews May 2012
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    HK Audio Elements

    PA System

    Following the review of the HK Audio Elements in August 2011, Paul has been putting the PA system through its paces for the past 6 months in order to give an 'extended test' review.

    Reviews Mar 2012
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    Turbosound Milan M15 & M18

    Active PA Speakers & Subwoofer

    The M15 active speaker promises Turbosound’s trademark warm sound, while the M18 subwoofer is designed to add some extra low-end level.

    Reviews Mar 2012
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    LD Systems Maui 28

    Portable Line Array PA

    This portable line-array from LD systems is incredibly easy to use, but does it deliver the all-important sound quality?

    Reviews Feb 2012
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    Turbosound Milan Mi0

    Active Loudspeaker

    The Turbosound Milan Mi0 enters a competitive market. Can this little newcomer stand out from the crowd?

    Reviews Jan 2012
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    Alto Truesonic 115A

    Active Loudspeaker

    Alto’s modestly priced all-rounder can serve as either a main PA speaker or a monitor. How does it fare on stage?

    Reviews Dec 2011
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    HK Audio Soundcaddy One

    Portable PA System

    If you’ve found PA systems fiddly and time-consuming to set up, perhaps the HK Soundcaddy One is right for you.

    Reviews Nov 2011
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    HK Audio LUCAS Alpha

    PA System

    When your live show requires plenty of punch and power, this 2000W system should give you everything you need.

    Reviews Oct 2011
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    Wharfedale WPM1

    Portable Active PA Speaker

    Whether you’re looking for a compact stage monitor or a boost for a small PA, this active speaker could help.

    Reviews Oct 2011
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    JBL Eon 515XT

    Portable Active PA Speaker

    The Eon range of portable powered speakers evolves further, with new styling, improved output, and more besides.

    Reviews Sep 2011
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    Mackie SRM150

    Portable Active PA System

    If you’re in need of some extremely portable amplification or monitoring, Mackie’s tiny SRM150 might just save the day.

    Reviews Sep 2011
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    HK Audio Elements

    Modular PA System

    If you’re looking for a lightweight PA setup that can be scaled to suit your needs, HK’s Elements system warrants closer inspection...

    Reviews Aug 2011
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    DAS DS108

    Passive PA Speakers

    The extremely portable size and shape of these neat little PA speakers make them suitable for a range of more unusual sound-reinforcement jobs, plus those awkward gigs in tiny venues.

    Reviews Jun 2006
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    How To Use Modelling Guitar Preamps On Stage

    Advice & Techniques

    Guitar preamps that use digital modelling technology have found their way into vast numbers of studios. But do they have a useful place on stage, and what do you need to know if you want to use one live?

    Techniques Jun 2006
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    Renkus-Heinz CF151

    Active PA Speakers

    Although Renkus-Heinz is a well-known name in high-end PA components, it's not one often seen on the stages of more modest gig venues — but that may be set to change with the arrival of the new CF/CFX series.

    Reviews Jun 2006
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    Fohhn Xperience II

    Powered PA System

    This premium German-made PA aims to offer a genuine hi-fi approach to live sound reproduction. But is it worth the investment?

    Reviews Mar 2006
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    Line Arrays Explained

    The Science And The Magic

    If you've been to a large gig or a festival in recent years, you've no doubt had the pleasure of hearing line arrays of loudspeakers in action. But why are line arrays the current 'best practice' in large-scale PA, how did they evolve, and will they ever filter down to more modest gig venues?

    Techniques Mar 2006

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