PA / Live Sound

JBL's compact new PA speaker is small and cheap — but sounds quite the opposite!

HK's PAs don't normally come cheap, but their newest rig is surprisingly affordable, and maintains the high quality for which they're known.

The PM150 active monitor puts your vocal sound right where you need it!

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?

I have a Roland RC‑30 looper pedal, but I want to be able to use a single microphone, set up so that I can use a foot pedal to switch the mic from the PA to the looper...

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.