Best Stage Monitors, Speakers & Subwoofers
Let the good times roll with the VAVA Voom - a modern and exciting Bluetooth speaker that brings the enjoyment of live music into your home. Featuring big sound and contemporary design at an affordable price, VAVA Voom is a fresh alternative for people that want a high quality speaker for the home. Older technology like CD and DVD players as well as older MP3 players can make use of VAVA Voom's high quality sound. What's In the Box: • 1 x VAVA Voom Bluetooth Portable Speaker. • 1 x 15V DC Power Adapter. • 1 x Micro-USB Charging Cable. • 1 x 3.5mm Audio Cable. • 1 x User Guide. Strong bass: With Two 5W drivers, 10W subwoofer, and two passive radiators, the VAVA VOOM produces the most powerful and dynamic volume, plus aptX audio coding paired with Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity for premium CD-quality audio experience.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I loved all of its features which were truelly desribed by the company and some youtube reviewers, specially the EQ modes( surround one is best if you are a movie guy and its party mode really added awesomeness to my house party), in built power bank, which for me is a delight as my battery is always low :-p whenever i had to listen songs in my free time. 5: customer support: this is more than best i mean in my life noone has ever contacted me in person after the purshase of any product to take the feedback."
"When I hit the EQ button to turn on surround sound my dog turned his head and looked at the wall BEHIND the speaker because the sound was bouncing off it. When you have Echo products -- I have 3 -- you can ONLY play multiple Echo speakers as long as long as none of them are linked through bluetooth to another speaker. If any echo product is linked to a bluetooth speak -- or other bluetoothing thing like a TV -- you cannot play everywhere. I hope Amazon changes this through software updates given they say they are constantly improving stuff. Obviously a reason they do this is to make people buy only their products BUT now that the new echo is out the sound quality isn't nearly as good as should be and the hype suggested (reviews of sound of new echo say the old one sounds better). Vava voom immeasurably better. So it seems likely Amazon might change the software to allow other bluetooth speakers to play everywhere given people might stop buy echos for this reason."
"I absolutely love this bluetooth speaker and am 100% happy with it! So now I am using this as an alternative since it is so small, puts out awesome sound and literally no heat!"
"I listen to a lot of jazz and this system (Echo & VAVA 21) in the voice recognition format has changed the way I deal with music."
"UPDATE: Vava contacted me and made every effort to resolve my concerns. They sent me a brand new replacement speaker that was updated to correct the hum issue."
The Dual Electronics LU43PB 4 inch 3-Way High Performance Indoor, Outdoor & Bookshelf Studio Monitor Speakers with Swivel Brackets & 100 Watts Peak Power will make a great addition to any home. Their compact but efficient design provides you with 100 Watts of Peak Power, 50 Watts RMS, 4-6 Ohms and Frequency Range between 100Hz-20kHz for unrivaled sound superiority. That includes a 4 inch woofer for low sounding bass, 1 inch Midrange Polypropylene Cone providing better heat resistance and enhancing your music experience and the ¾ inch Tweeter that produces reliable high audio frequencies for unrivaled sound performance. 4 INCH 3-WAY MULTIPURPOSE SPEAKER SET – your high performance studio quality speakers can be used in an indoor or outdoor setting without compromising sound integrity.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon":O :D. How speakers in such a small package could deliver such range, such depth and kick out such great bass!?!? In time, I will add a sub for that true "earth shaking" bass."
"The bracket assembly is solid, with foam / rubber padding either built in or provided for all mounting points which can be critical depending on how you install them."
"I replaced some old KLH speakers that were comparable to these, they were really old as in 1990's old, but I had only used them since 2004."
"They look a bit like a wire wrap but they would not full cover a speaker/other wire so maybe a sort of wire cover or edge cover?"
"Second pair is inside, and one of the speakers is defective."
"For the price these are excellent speakers, pretty decent sound."
"Fantastic outdoor speakers for the price."
"Not outdoor."
Meidong Surround Sound bars for TV Enjoy significantly better sound with more bass from your TV series, movies, and music through Dual Bass Port design. Enhance your TV sound Meidong KY-3000 compact soundbar provides stellar sound for your favorite TV series, movies and music. THE PACKAGE INCLUDES: 41" Soundbar, Power adaptor, 3.5mm aux Cables, Optical Cable, RCA cable, Remote, Quick start guide, User Manual, customer-service card.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The quality of sound the speaker produces is very good."
"After days of troubleshooting and no progress made, the soundbar was disconnected and we were left with the built-in speakers on the TV. Package Contents. 1 – Soundbar. 1 – Optical Cable. 1 – RCA Cable. 1 – Auxiliary Cable. 1 – Y Cable, (3.5mm on one end, left and right RCA connectors on the other). 1 – Remote Control. 1 – User Guide. 1 – Thank You Card. 1 – Donation Notification Card. Bluetooth Speaker Test. The first test I subjected the KY-3000 to was the Bluetooth speaker test. Soundbar Test (Connected to TV). There are three ways to connect the KY-3000 to a TV. After connecting the soundbar to the TV with the included audio cable, I turned off the built-in speakers on the TV. Instantly, I noticed a huge difference in sound quality between the built-in speakers and the soundbar. If the built-in speakers on your television leave much to be desired, try a good soundbar. Pros. • Excellent sound quality. • All necessary cables are included. • Can be used as a regular Bluetooth speaker in addition to standard soundbar functionality (connected to TV). • Included remote control. • Simple and easy to follow user guide. • Easy pairing with a Bluetooth-enabled device. • Simple setup. • 100 – 240v AC input. Cons. • Faint static noise. Conclusion. Meidong’s KY-3000 is an excellent soundbar for its price. Despite the faint static noise, I’m giving this soundbar 5 stars because you would have to be really close to the speaker to hear it."
"I was expecting a bass focused product, and found it to have a very balanced sound."
"i had to get adapter to go from audio video cable to coaxial video cable."
"For the functionality:Supports Bluetooth is super cool!"
"And the sound effect of those online videos can be really bad sometimes. Now, with the help of this sound bar, I can have a better experience when watching videos. It can not only be connected to TV, but also can be switched to my phone easily."
"This is pretty cheap price tag for these kind of products and it looks nice and goes well with my TV."
"We just purchased a brand new smart TV I tough the sound was great I tough that was a great sound and to my surprises adding this Soundbar I feel like I'm in the movie theaters the sound of every single thing on the movie is amazing."
Best Speaker Bags, Cases & Covers
QSC K12TOTE K-Series Tote Speaker Bags and Covers. Built to protect your QSC K Series speakers.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"This flap closes securely with Velcro."
"Nice bag! It WILL keep your speaker clean and protect it from scuffs/scratches during transport."
"The bag is great quality and well worth the money to protect my investment."
"I never write reviews, but I use this equipment every week....the one thing I am passionate about."
"Fits nice and tight with straps that make it easy to pickup."
"Great bag, tough, solid and well made."
"While these totes are a must have to help protect your investment, they could have offered more padding for the price they charge!"
"Bags held up great but zippers failed after just a few months."
Best Stage Speakers
This powerful and flexible party-in-a-box will amplify anything-iPad, iPhone, iPod, Android devices, microphones, and instruments to fill the room with thumping bass and dance-club energy. Dimensions : (length x width x height): 10” x 15” x 20.4” Weight : 17.40 lbs Input Voltage : North America Units – 100-120VAC, 50/60 Hz Output Power : 50W Peak Frequency Response : (±3dB): 77 Hz-20,000 Hz (Aux) Microphone type : Dynamic microphone Supported Bluetooth Profile : A2DP Bluetooth Range : Up to 100 feet. Dynamic, powerful speaker system with built-in light display that moves with music.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Have you ever been to a party with a super attractive person and everyone comments and stares and asks how you managed to find someone so beautiful and fun? The lights are impressive and fun and with the free app you can do a million different things with it. It's not light, but with the attached handle, just wheel it like your darting through LaGuardia and you'll be fine. The function: The bluetooth works great, paired easily, and sounds awesome. If you are standing in your living room, alone with disco lights and one karaoke mic, your life has taken a sad turn."
"My son went to a rock camp and at the end of camp all the kids performed, he specifically performed a song by David Bowie. I used the Bluetooth feature and hooked in with my phone and went to YouTube and played his song through the system with the light show."
"I'm still in love with my speaker!!!"
"I had purchased a BOSSE speaker prior to this and it was terrible quality and short battery life. I didn't download the special app or anything just used it with my iPhone 5s bluetooth mode."
"I love it because it gives me the portability I need with the rechargable battery, with the music very loud and the lights on it will last about 4 to 5 hours without the charger, the music without the lights very loud it had last about 8 to 10 hours, the full volume will make to much noice making the sound quality impossible to enjoy."
"It's like your own personal light show!"
Best Stage Monitors
CURVED PLEXIGLASS VIEWING WINDOW – illumiNITE® design with Brushed Aluminum subwoofer cones create a surreal viewing experience while the Ventilated Control Circuitry System ensures system coolness during peak usage while delivering studio quality performance.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I purchased this sub in August almost 5 months from now and I like my music LOUD! Over time, I realized that I loved to feel the bass pumping my heart for me. If you like Insane filthy dubstep with the sickest bass in the state, not your best choice."
"I have this in the aft cabin on my boat which is perfect for bass throughout the boat, and it creates a cool blue light in the space which goes well with the LED lighting in the main cabin."
"I listen to heavy metal, techno and rap and it is a pleasure to drive in the car right now. I have hatchback and illumination is very soft, it's not like it makes the car shine."
"It can make your car BOOM BOOM BOOM and make things shake, but you can tune it to your liking with the level of bass. I have it adjust to medium bass."
"great stater subs i got the good condition option and only the box that was damaged the subs were brand new out of the package, the bass is AWSOME rattles the car and the bodys in it and leaves the people in the back seat breathless , at 1st i really doubted theses subs when i got them but i was wrong once i got them tuned, i have them hooked up to the 1400watt plye chopper series amp and it works awesome, they wont rattle the cars around you (much) but ther still good and works best in open trunk cars/trucks like a jimmy or a blazer and explores the more air that escapes the better i would suggest theses as starter subs to anyone, and sure they dont have nothin on my friends JL 500$ system but they dont fall far behind, PS LED LIGHTING + and - i hookd up the + to my illumination wire on my deck and the - to the ground on the car very nice leds very sensitive to power so be careful 12v."
"Bumps bumps bumps and looks amazing."
"Amazingly clean bass and the subs slam against their own glass instead of my trunk which I like dual has good products for the money."
"The only draw back is that these subs and the enclosure don't handle the higher end of the sub-frequency spectrum."
Best Stage Subwoofers
Let the good times roll with the VAVA Voom - a modern and exciting Bluetooth speaker that brings the enjoyment of live music into your home. Featuring big sound and contemporary design at an affordable price, VAVA Voom is a fresh alternative for people that want a high quality speaker for the home. Older technology like CD and DVD players as well as older MP3 players can make use of VAVA Voom's high quality sound. What's In the Box: • 1 x VAVA Voom Bluetooth Portable Speaker. • 1 x 15V DC Power Adapter. • 1 x Micro-USB Charging Cable. • 1 x 3.5mm Audio Cable. • 1 x User Guide. Strong bass: With Two 5W drivers, 10W subwoofer, and two passive radiators, the VAVA VOOM produces the most powerful and dynamic volume, plus aptX audio coding paired with Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity for premium CD-quality audio experience.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"I loved all of its features which were truelly desribed by the company and some youtube reviewers, specially the EQ modes( surround one is best if you are a movie guy and its party mode really added awesomeness to my house party), in built power bank, which for me is a delight as my battery is always low :-p whenever i had to listen songs in my free time. 5: customer support: this is more than best i mean in my life noone has ever contacted me in person after the purshase of any product to take the feedback."
"When I hit the EQ button to turn on surround sound my dog turned his head and looked at the wall BEHIND the speaker because the sound was bouncing off it. When you have Echo products -- I have 3 -- you can ONLY play multiple Echo speakers as long as long as none of them are linked through bluetooth to another speaker. If any echo product is linked to a bluetooth speak -- or other bluetoothing thing like a TV -- you cannot play everywhere. I hope Amazon changes this through software updates given they say they are constantly improving stuff. Obviously a reason they do this is to make people buy only their products BUT now that the new echo is out the sound quality isn't nearly as good as should be and the hype suggested (reviews of sound of new echo say the old one sounds better). Vava voom immeasurably better. So it seems likely Amazon might change the software to allow other bluetooth speakers to play everywhere given people might stop buy echos for this reason."
"I absolutely love this bluetooth speaker and am 100% happy with it! So now I am using this as an alternative since it is so small, puts out awesome sound and literally no heat!"
"I listen to a lot of jazz and this system (Echo & VAVA 21) in the voice recognition format has changed the way I deal with music."
"UPDATE: Vava contacted me and made every effort to resolve my concerns. They sent me a brand new replacement speaker that was updated to correct the hum issue."
Best Monitor, Speaker & Subwoofer Parts
Choose which side of your desk gets the volume knob with CR’s speaker placement switch and take advantage of convenient front-panel features like a dedicated headphone output with level control. Studio-quality design, sound and performance ideal for multimedia creation and entertainment.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"But then I remembered that Google came out with the Chromecast Audio that allows me to connect to any speaker through a headphone jack and cast music from any iOS, Android or computer device. So ultimately I could buy speakers that are better quality at a cheaper price, and so I began looking into the world of studio monitors which I hadn't considered before. They're the perfect size for my bookshelf, had amazing reviews (and rightly so), very easy to hook up, very very good quality sound and look fantastic."
"I love these speakers."
"I have the larger studio version of these and I can say that they sound just as delicious, only a little less full due to size."
"zero complaints forr 100 bucks good tweeter base is good for size im coming from the polk hamden which are fantastic but reailed at one time for 400 these are very very good for 100 and far better then the bose companion 2 albeit larger if u can squeeze the bigger size in."
"Was very wary when purchasing these as the woofer is only 4" but the sound reproduction is spot on."
"That's a good thing, but some may want to add a separate sub if you're going to try to fill a small room with sound. I think more expensive speakers in this category, including Mackie units with larger woofers might satisfy a broader spectrum of needs."
Best Stage Special Effects
Easy to Use and Safe - Simply add fog juice/fluid, turn on the fog machine, and control it using the simple wired remote control.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"When we first tried it, my expectations (and hope) were that the fog would stay low to the ground, however, the smoke was everywhere. To help keep the fog low to the ground, we made a fog chiller (great weekend project with the kids, BTW!)."
"It fires up quicker (fog machines require a few minutes of warm up before they start going), has a greater fog output, turning off the fog is more responsive (the Walmart one would continue to leak out for almost a minute after shut-off), and while this is probably because of a different brand of fog liquid - it doesn't smell as bad (the smell doesn't stick with your clothes)."
"People were actually stopping in the street and just looking at the fog rolling around the porch and the cemetery in the yard near the front porch."
"It then dawned on me, the hose that goes through the tank lid is a pick up hose and needs to be pushed into the tank so the screen sits on the bottom of the tank."
"When you pour the fluid into the tank, you do not need much, (we used about a 1/4 cup and it was more than enough fog for 3 hours for our Halloween outdoor effect), wait about 10 minutes as I think the machine heats the fluid and then it makes a lot of fog."
"Almost made too much fog!"
"It worked BETTER than expected and filled up the whole 3 bedroom house of ours with a nice foggy haze :O :)."
"Pair it with the a good fog liquid and you'll be all set!"
Best Stage & Studio Equipment Bags & Cases
Universal travel case is designed to fit small electronics and big headphones offering a rigid exterior of molded-Eva plastic and a soft, scratch-free interior, the COWIN universal travel case will protect your small electronics (gps units, mobile phones, digital cameras, the flip, I touch and much, much more) plus cables, extra batteries and other accessories. Uniquely Designed to Custom Fit small electronics or big over-ear headphones easily, for E7,Sony, Panasonic, Xo Vision, Behringer, Sennheiser, Bose, Photive, Philips, Beats and more Brands and models.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Fits the headphones perfectly!"
"This case is perfect."
"Nice protective carrying case for your Cowin headphones."
"good product."
"Great case !"
"Good quality too."
"It fit."
"Well made, stiff protection for headphones."
Best Stage Lighting Equipment & Accessories
The stainless steel slider and softly padded headband allows you to find the perfect fit without constraint and provide excellent durability. Gentle Reminder: Depending on your head/ear size/shape, it may be a little tight(feels like“on ear”) for someone to wear which is designed to avoid sound leakage. In case of that and to get both audio and wearing comfort, please take off the headphone every 1-2 hrs to get your ears relax and protect them from muggy environment in use.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"These are the BEST headphones I've tested (and I've tested a lot) when it comes to latency--that is there's no delay when viewing a video on my iPhone and the audio that's playing."
"No headphone has ever covered my ears without hard places or sweaty or too tight. Pairs easily with my moto G 4 phone and also a BT transmitter connected to my Chrome TV dongle. Ear cups are flat enough to lay head on pillow to watch TV. We'll see how they hold up to long daily use. Update 9/30/2017 I wear these for several hours each day."
"Update 04/06/2017: Customer service did pretty good job and fast, by contacting me about the issue I had."
"The only complaints I have is when doing certain exercises they tend to slide off my head a little so I have to adjust them a few times."
"My wife took over my $300 head phones so I needed to find something that was ok and won't break the bank."
"I've really enjoyed these MPow Bluetooth Headphones, especially for the price."
"Need a nice value bluetooth headphones with durability, good sound quality, & can be wireless OR wired? while also testing the ability for folding the headphones (worked great, very solid feeling). 2) Turn on Bluetooth on your phone and pair the MPOW headphones / connect. 4) Operate the headphones (connected and streaming from your BT-enabled phone) for 10 hours continuous streaming and wired mode (using the supplied 3.5mm audio cable) along with conducting a test phone call. I turned on the headphones (the headphones provide an initial. "powering on" along withe a "not paired" audio cue), then paired the device and connected by phone using Bluetooth (yet another audio cue "phone 1 connected"). I next disconnected from bluetooth and attempted to test wired connection using the supplied 3.5mm audio cable that was supplied by MPOW to connect to my phone's headphone jack. I've done a test with the headphones running while streaming music using bluetooth, my test ended after 10 hours and it was still running! *Conclusion*. This MPOW Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear delivers in what they said this device could do. Mpow Bluetooth Headphones Over Ear, Hi-Fi Stereo Wireless Headset, Foldable, Soft Memory-Protein Earmuffs, w/ Built-in Mic and Wired Mode for PC/ Cell Phones/ TV."
Best Live Performance Microphones
Designed for an excellent listening experience, Mpow Bluetooth headset with CSR chip and around-ear cushion design can provide robust, immersive and Hi-fidelity sound. The Bluetooth headset can easily and quickly connect with smartphones, tablets, TVs and other Bluetooth devices within 33 feet, bringing you crystal clear sound effect. In the wireless mode: With a built-in 420mAh battery which provides 13 hours' continuous wireless playback and let you get rid of the tangled cables on the move; In the wired mode: Used as a wired headphone with an audio cable. 1x Mpow Bluetooth Headset. 1x 3.5mm Audio Cable. 1x USB Charging Cable. 1x Packing Bag. 1x User Manual. The stainless steel slider and softly padded headband allows you to find the perfect fit without constraint and provide excellent durability. Gentle Reminder: Depending on your head/ear size/shape, it may be a little tight(feels like“on ear”) for someone to wear which is designed to avoid sound leakage. In case of that and to get both audio and wearing comfort, please take off the headphone every 1-2 hrs to get your ears relax and protect them from muggy environment in use.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"These are the BEST headphones I've tested (and I've tested a lot) when it comes to latency--that is there's no delay when viewing a video on my iPhone and the audio that's playing."
"No headphone has ever covered my ears without hard places or sweaty or too tight. Pairs easily with my moto G 4 phone and also a BT transmitter connected to my Chrome TV dongle. Ear cups are flat enough to lay head on pillow to watch TV. We'll see how they hold up to long daily use. Update 9/30/2017 I wear these for several hours each day."
"Update 04/06/2017: Customer service did pretty good job and fast, by contacting me about the issue I had."
"My wife took over my $300 head phones so I needed to find something that was ok and won't break the bank."
"But I use them all day everyday and I have never been more impressed with headphones under >$50..."
"I've really enjoyed these MPow Bluetooth Headphones, especially for the price."
"The only complaints I have is when doing certain exercises they tend to slide off my head a little so I have to adjust them a few times."
Best Power Amplifiers
Pedal Power ISO 5 is an isolated power supply for powering guitar pedal effects and accessories. Five isolated outputs.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"So glad I purchased this to upgrade my Pedal Power 2 Plus."
"I got the 4x4 because I use two Boomerang Pedals (the Phrase Sampler III and the Chorus Delay) and it's the only power supply that shells out enough power to run them both."
"There are weeks at a time where I will leave it plugged in at my office and I never worry about it."
"The VOODOO LAB Pedal Power ISO-5 is a very good power supply for multiple guitar pedals."
"Was using a single transformer with a daisy chain cable for my effects and it was creating noise."
"All of the hum is gone."
"I own a Voodoo Lab Pedal Power 2 Plus already, when I needed another power supply (because of new pedals on my board), I didn't hesitate to get the Voodoo Lab ISO5."
"My board has an Alter Ego 2, Line6 M9, Ibanez TS9, Deuce Coupe Overdrive, and a Line 6 G30 wireless - everything's got the juice it needs."
Best PA Systems
Supported Bluetooth Profiles : A2DP, AVRCP Bluetooth Range : Up to 100 feet Microphone Type : Dynamic microphone Aux Input :1/8” line-level Frequency Response (±3dB): 77Hz–20,000 Hz Battery Type: 12V 5.0Ah SLA Life: Up to 50 hours Measurements (depth x width x height): 2.8” x 3.5” x 4”. Dynamic, powerful speaker system with 50-hour rechargeable battery.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Easy connection to Bluetooth."
"Bluetooth was simple and straight forward allowing me to connect an IPod Nano quickly. This speaker is intended for those wanting to pump a lot of music at the beach/park/locker room/party/etc with good sound quality. Only thing I would change: This speaker is about the size of a small personal electric guitar amplifier. As it is designed, if you carry it with a single hand you must hold it from the side causing the speaker to tilt and whatever may be in the top tray may fall out."
"I originally purchased this speaker because I needed a reliable way to wirelessly play music during a friend's wedding ceremony and for the cocktail hour of the reception which were both located in different areas than the main reception area where the DJ equipment was located. I've also used this speaker in my garage while using power tools with ear protection and at outdoor parties."
"The included mic got ruined within a couple weeks by kids and the manufacturer makes it impossible to work on. Anyway, good volume in the house, good battery life, and the mic is fine if you don't have toddlers playing with it."
"It does have handles on either side but not comfortable or convenient carrying with two hands."
"I took my ION Tailgate speaker for a sound test."
"I purchased this as a back up incase the venue we were using had issues with there house system. I have an older Radio Shack mic I bought 20 years ago and it sounded great through this speaker. In spite of the mic I still give this product 5 stars because the price performance warrants it."
"So i'd say good for playing music but not good for microphone or guitar."