music:bt_speakers
battery powered speakers for synths and PA
Introduction
this page is to compare various battery powered speaker-amps for keyboards, guitar, vocal or PA and preferably with Bluetooth playback of music
there are 3 main audio input voltage levels:
mic input - low voltage and requires a pre-amp - a good preamp is expensive and will substantially increase the cost of an entire amplification unit.
instrument level - intermediate voltage eg. electric guitars
line level - keyboards, etc
balanced inputs are better
The size of the speaker is directly responsible for the range of frequencies it can reproduce.
the woofer or cone is responsible for low to mid range frequencies (~50 Hz to 800 Hz)
the tweeter or driver reproduces the higher frequencies (~1k Hz to 20k Hz)
It is more efficient to have a 2-way system (a woofer and a tweeter, for example) than having a single full-range driver which will be under a lot more duress when creating audio signals preventing it from reaching very high volumes or reproducing every frequency band with the same fidelity.
Power output - ensure you compare RMS with RMS and PEAK with PEAK
‘peak’ measurements, is the highest value it can technically reach but not at a constant level, since that would damage the speaker.
RMS (Root Mean Square) is the maximum power a system can deliver at a constant level without causing any damage to its components.
20-100W is adequate for in the house use, while higher wattages are generally needed for PAs for larger audiences
Amplifiers:
a keyboard amp is multi-purpose as it is designed to entirely reproduce the wide frequency range of a keyboard - most PAs have a similar range
in contrast, a guitar amp have a more limited frequency range and often ‘color’ the sound they reproduce.
Speakers:
active speakers have the amp built into them and will require power and will have XLR or line inputs
passive speakers do not have an amp, do not require power, just the speaker out cable from a separate matched amplifier (ensure amp can provide twice as many watts as your speaker requires with the same ohm impedance) and these are used for medium to large venues
to ensure the back rows of an audience can hear well, you should raise the speaker up on a stand
Mono output PA speakers
JBL EON ONE MK2 All-In-One Rechargeable Column PA with Built-In Mixer and DSP
$AU1899 on special RRP $AU2399
column style PA packs a class-leading acoustic package, 5-channel digital mixer, dbx and Lexicon DSP, Bluetooth functions and universal app control into a lightweight, portable package that can be carried in one hand.
geometrically optimized, C-shaped 8-tweeter array with a 10” woofer
1500W peak amp; maximum output of 123 dB and 140°H x 30°V dispersion for room-filling sound
Easily swappable battery provides 6 hours of play time; battery is integrated into a column spacer to improve stability
5-channel digital mixer
Three fixed EQ knobs
professional-grade Lexicon DSP, including reverb, chorus and delay
dbx DriveRack Inside technology offers AFS (Automatic Feedback Suppression), 8 bands of parametric EQ, and convenient presets
Soundcraft Easy Ducking automatically turns down music when speech is detected
3 Neutrik XLR Combo jacks, 1 Hi-Z input and a summed 3.5mm/BT input
Two channels of true 48V phantom power expand microphone connectivity
Two USB ports allow device charging from onboard battery or AC power
Bluetooth 5.0 audio streaming to one device, with control of up 10 units
JBL Pro Connect universal app offers control over every function of up to ten systems
19.3kg
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Mipro MA505R2DPM3 Portable PA System with Bluetooth
$AU1829 on special RRP $2455
100-watt rms power of loud and clear sound via high efficient class-D amplifier
1 “ titanium compression driver & 8 ” woofer.
2 wireless receivers inbuilt with 16 auto-scannable frequencies and one-touch Scan & ACT sync button for fast and easy channel set-up.
Bluetooth music player for wireless audio streaming.
voice priority feature that mutes the music when wireless microphone is used.
built-in one-button alarm/siren for warning of threats.
AC power, DC or 25V/4.5A rechargeable lithium (
MB-35 x 1) battery (battery meter)
8.5kg; 285 × 400 × 225 mm
optional MT-91 wireless interlinking transmitter option to interlink multiple MA-505 portables wirelessly to extend transmission range and expand coverage.
optional Mipro ACT32T-5 bodypack transmitter $AU177
Mipro MA707PAM5 Portable PA
$AU1188 on special RRP $1515
70W rms output 8“ full range speaker
2 wireless receivers inbuilt with 16 auto-scannable frequencies and one-touch Scan & ACT sync button for fast and easy channel set-up.
AC or Built-in two pieces of 12V/4AH rechargeable battery
13.5kg
JBL Eon One Compact Portable PA System
$AU754 on special RRP $AU1249
112dB max output
1” tweeter plus 8“ woofer extends low-end response to 37.5 Hz—nearly an octave lower than other PAs in its class.
Two XLR/TRS combo jacks, one 1/4-inch (6.3mm) hi-Z guitar input and one 1/8-inch (3.5mm) aux input connect microphones, line-level instruments and audio playback sources; phantom power supports condenser microphones
pro-grade preamps deliver full, rich sound from any microphone
ducking feature lowers background music volume anytime you speak to ensure your audience hears every last word, loud and clear.
a 1/4-inch (6.3mm) pass through lets you expand your system with additional EON ONE Compact units.
4-channel digital mixer is fully loaded with dbx and Lexicon-inspired professional effects including 4-band EQ, reverb, chorus and delay; quick-recall settings;
Bluetooth audio streaming and DSP control using the JBL Compact Connect app and which can Broadcast Bluetooth capable to audio stream and control up to four speakers via the app
swappable 12-hour battery (6 hours @ max volume), 2.5hr recharge ( 2.5 hours with no signal, 6 hours with signal )
pole mount
Two high-power USB 3.0 ports allow high-speed charging of tablets, phones and select DJ devices
7.9kg;
Bose S1 Pro Portable PA System
$AU792 on special, RRP 1079 (including opt. Battery Pack)
2018 model
2 combo XLR - ¼” inputs / 3.5 mm input / Bluetooth input / TRS line output
3 x 2 1/4“ drivers, 6” woofer
160W RMS
three channel mixer with reverb
ToneMatch processing for microphones and acoustic guitars (turn it off for keyboards), while playing music wirelessly from your mobile device.
compatible with Bose Connect App
built in sensors with Auto EQ and multiple aiming positions make sure you have optimal sound in nearly any position—on the floor, on a table or even mounted on a speaker stand.
AC power
In spite of its difficulty performing in live spaces other than relatively small events, this product offers wonderful sound quality (albeit with limited frequency response due to the smaller size woofer) and can double as a keyboard amp for home practice.
optional Li Ion battery pack installs into bottom of speaker
7.1kg; 33 cm H x 24.13 cm W x 28.45 cm D
Kurzweil KST300A Portable Keyboard Amp
$AU745
Dual-channel 24W (12W+12W) class D power amplification featuring two matched 6.5″ drivers and one 3″ driver.
4 Channel Mixer
Two instrument and 2 mic inputs with volume, bass and treble controls.
Wireless VHF Receiver with Handheld & Lavalier Mics
Built-In FX, Individual Reverb, Delay and Activator (harmonic enhancement) controls.
Built-In Music Player via USB input or SD card
NO Bluetooth!
15V 4A DC in from AC
12V 7Ah lead acid battery, max. current consumption 3.5A;
9.82kg; 11.4 x 15.4 x 7.3 in (29 x 39 x 18.5 cm)
Mipro MA303SB5 Portable PA System
$AU749 on special RRP $955
60W output 5“ Woofer & 1” Tweeter
Bluetooth audio player, USB Music Player/Recorder
1 wireless receiver with 16 auto-scannable frequencies
AC power, DC or internal 14.8V/2.6AH lithium battery with 12hr standby time
2.7kg incl. battery; 210(W)×276(H)×165(D)mm
Mipro MA100DB5 PA System
$AU629 on special RRP $775
50W output
5“ full-range loudspeaker with level limiter
Bluetooth audio player
2x wireless receiver with 16 auto-scannable frequencies
AC power, DC or internal 14.8V/2.6AH lithium battery with 10hr standby time
Mipro MA100SB5 PA System
$AU549 on special RRP $710
50W output
5” full-range loudspeaker with level limiter
Bluetooth audio player
1 wireless receiver with 16 auto-scannable frequencies
AC power, DC or internal 14.8V/2.6AH lithium battery with 16hr standby time
Behringer MPA200BT Portable Speaker w/Wireless Mic and Bluetooth
$AU649
200W output for crowds of up to “500 people”
8“ woofer and high-resolution tweeter driven by a Class-D amplifier
High-Performance BEHRINGER ULM300USB 2.4GHz digital wireless microphone system included
comprehensive remote control via Apple iPhone/iPad
high quality Bluetooth 4.0 stereo audio streaming
10hrs use per internal rechargeable 12V 12Ah lead acid gel battery charge (needs recharging at least every 3 months) or AC input
4-channel inputs with individual volume control to connect to your mic, smart phone and other line level source
4-channel digital mixer with gain setting recall
DSP presets for application type but no built-in effects
integrated stand mounting with 35 mm pole socket
12.1kg; 420 x 280 x 257 mm (16.5 x 11.0 x 10.1”)
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SoundArt PWA-40-M 40 Watt Rechargeable Wireless PA System with MP3 Player
$AU799
40W 8“ speaker and high frequency driver
MP3 player (SD card or USB)
35m range wireless mic
Built-in effects processor with echo/delay that adds depth to the sound of live vocals/instruments
AC or replaceable 7hr battery
9kg; 31cm x 25cm x 28cm
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Rare Audio 40 Watt Rechargeable PA System
$AU499
MP3 player (SD card or USB) with remote; FM tuner;
voice priority switch to automatically fade music into the background when microphone output is sensed
Remote Master, Treble, Bass & Volume Controls RCA & 3.5mm Jack Aux inputs & Line Out XLR/Jack Mic input with Volume control
Microphone Input (Jack/XLR) AUX Inputs (RCA L/R and 3.5mm Phono) Line Out (RCA L/R and 3.5mm Phono)
34cm x 25cm x 24cm Weight : 6.5kg
Stereo output musician PAs
Roland Cube Street EX Battery Powered Stereo Amplifier (CUBESTEX)
$AU829
50W
stereo speaker system with dual 8” woofers and 2“ tweeters
four independent channels offer abundant connections for a variety of mics and instruments.
Two XLR mic inputs allow two vocalists to perform at once
separate EQ and reverb controls, and great guitar tones are dialed in easily with the onboard COSM® amps.
two CUBE Street EX units can be linked together via steroe Link jacks for more sound coverage if needed.
with i-CUBE LINK, you can even plug in your iPhone or iPad to play backing music and record your performances
BUT NO Bluetooth!
AC power or selectable battery power modes provide up to 20 hours of operation with eight AA Ni-MH batteries
Angled back for use as a stage monitor;
Stereo Line Out jacks for connecting to an external sound system when used as a stage monitor
7.4kg
Optional CB-CS2 Carrying Case
Roland KC-220 Battery Powered Stereo Keyboard Amplifier
$AU735
30 watts of power (15 watts x 2)
Two newly developed custom 6.5-inch woofers and two custom tweeters
three 1/4-inch input channels, dedicated auxiliary input with 1/8-inch and RCA jacks, and master EQ
DSP effects: reverb and two chorus types
XLR mic input, mono/stereo line output, and headphones output
NO Bluetooth!
AC or eight AA batteries (presumably NiMH)
Boss CUBE Street 2 Battery Powered Amplifier
$AU515
10W output (5W x 2 output) (plus has 5W eco mode)
eight AA alkaline batteries or included AC adaptor
two high-performance 6.5-inch speakers
angled face for optimum monitoring and sound projection
mic/Instrument channel with harmony, three-band EQ, and reverb
guitar/Mic channel with nine amp types, three-band EQ, chorus/delay, reverb, and tuner
looper with up to 45 seconds of stereo recording time
automatic harmony function with three modes: unison, high, and higher
practice and jam with the CUBE JAM app for iOS
4.4kg;
optional Bluetooth Audio MIDI Dual Adaptor (BT-DUAL) for wirelessly streaming music from a mobile device and editing amp functions with the companion CUBE Street II Editor app
music/bt_speakers.txt · Last modified: 2022/04/29 23:50 by gary1