PA / Live Sound

We put Mackie's portable and affordable column PA system to the test.

Cardioid subwoofer arrays were once the preserve of big-budget events and festivals, but QSC are making directional bass a realistic prospect for the masses.

We try out Yamaha's first entry to the portable column PA market.

Yamaha's newest powered speakers not only offer excellent sound and portability, but their optional Dante connectivity makes them a cinch to set up.

The newest member of JBL's distinguished Eon family combines battery-powered portability with a 'grown-up' PA sound.

If you need a well-built, no-nonsense PA for small and medium-sized venues, HK Audio's revamped Linear 5 series will serve you well.

This column PA system from RCF incorporates a digital mixer plus Softube guitar-amp modelling. Could it be all you need to take with you for small gigs?

Korg's new mini PA is as versatile as it is compact and portable.

The CP Series speakers represent QSC's first attempt at an 'entry level' range. We put them to the test!

This compact yet powerful console puts Allen & Heath's touring-grade processing into a much more affordable package.

Bose’s new all-in-one PA might be small, but it packs some serious punch.

HK’s latest compact line array combines ease of setup with power, portability and clarity.

We paired up HH’s premium Tessen-X speakers with two active 18-inch subwoofers — and tried them out at an outdoor festival.

PA veterans JBL have upgraded their already successful Eon One system with an expanded mixer — and a battery powering option.

If you’re looking for a compact, affordable stage monitor that can do double duty as a main speaker, HH might just have the answer.

We put the flagship of LD’s successful Maui mini line-array range to the test.

With its twin 12-inch woofers, this compact column system packs rather more punch than your average mini line‑array.

In the S21, DiGiCo have made their world-class digital mixing technology more accessible than ever before. We spent some time with it, both at DiGiCo HQ and at a real live event.

With their easy portability and clear, transparent sound, PreSonus’ latest range of PA speakers couldn’t have been better named.