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Electro-Voice
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DJ Equipment, PA Speakers
The Electro-Voice Sx80 is a compact, twoway, high-efficiency, constant-directivity speaker system for sound reinforcement and monitoring. The small size, high sensitivity and high power-handling capacity of the Sx80 make it an excellent choice for use in studios, clubs, bars, theaters or other applications. Through extensive use of computer-aided design and modeling, Electro-Voice engineers have developed a state-of-the-art professional loudspeaker system. The high-frequency section of the Sx80 utilizes a molded-in 90? x 65? constant-directivity horn. This unique pattern contributes to high intelligibility and aims the speakers output where it is most useful. Vocals sound natural yet "cut through" in reverberant, noisy rooms. In addition, the coverage pattern is unusually uniform over it range of operation. The horn's unique, VariPathTM throat geometry helps direct driver output to the corners of the room, to points of coverage not described in the usual specifications of horizontal and vertical coverage angles, and to parts of the audience that typically do not receive the strongest coverage. One of the many other unique features of the Sx80 is the cabinet. Constructed of highimpact polystyrene it provides a stiff and extremely durable enclosure. The cabinet includes threaded inserts for the optional Sx80MB U-bracket and the optional Sx80 SM stand mount adaptor kit. It also has inserts for installing with an OmniMount? Series 75 mounting system. The Sx80?s high-frequency horn is driven by the DH2005 one-inch throat, wide-bandwidth, titanium-diaphragm driver. This driver uses a unique, convex-drive Time Path? phasing plug structure (U.S. Patent #4,525,604) for smooth and extended highfrequency performance. The voice coil is coupled to the diaphragm with EV?s exclusive Resonant Drive? Technology. This increases and smooths the high-frequency response and reduces the amount of internal equalization required for flat frequency response, which extends to 20,000 Hz. A self-resetting high-frequency protection circuit, EV?s PRO? circuit, is included with the Sx80 to prevent against accidental overdrive and improve system reliability. If the input power to the high-frequency driver exceeds the nominal rating, the protection circuit is activated and reduces the power
Great speaker for stage monitor on stand
By loriandkorki
from Buffalo,NY on 10/13/2008
from Buffalo,NY on 10/13/2008
Pros:
Clear Sound, Easy To Use, Powerful, Professional Functions, Versatile
Cons:
none
Best Uses:
Events, Performances
Describe Yourself:
Experienced
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Comments about Electro-Voice Sx80B 175-Watt 8 Inch Two Way Speaker (Each):
Flat response and clarity for monitoring mains when used on a stand at a distance of about 3 to 7 feet at ear level is great.Sound is loud enough at these distances to cut through crowd noise and flat enough to minimize feedback. This is a winner folks. I had to modify another brand pole mount because the stand mount is discontinued by EV. That was neither difficult or expensive.