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ElectroVoice ZX190 2-Way Loudspeaker (400 Watts, 1x8 in.)

Extremely smooth, wide frequency response.

Overall User Ratings

Overall:
           9 out of 10
Features:
           8 out of 10
Quality:
           9 out of 10
Value:
           9 out of 10
I Want It:
           10 out of 10
Sound:
           9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
           10 out of 10
Support:
           10 out of 10
 
 

"How much better could it get?"

Overall:
          9 out of 10
Features:
          9 out of 10
Quality:
          10 out of 10
Value:
          10 out of 10
I Want It:
          10 out of 10
Sound:
          9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
          10 out of 10
User: a customer from yahoo.com
Submitted: 6/27/2007
Style of Music: Little of this, little that
Musical Experience: Part time weekend warrior in a band
Location: Meriden CT

 

 
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Feature:
The cool feature is that you can physically rotate the horn/driver mount to optimize the dispersion of the sound. Sure you'll have to pull off the cover and use a screwdriver,,,no biggie. The dual speakon connectors are fine,,,I read a review that said there should be a 1/4" jack on them too in case they get pulled out,,,,thought the idea was to NOT get the cables pulled out. Better connectivity and power delivery that way,,,so learn how to run the wires, tape them down, and get the right length cables for that job,,,no brainer. The handle "Pouch" is just okay,,,feels like your hand could slip out,,maybe some grip tape in there would help? Still plenty light enough to carry even 2 at a time. I use them for an on-stqage stereo keyboard set up for the band I play in. They also get used as the practice PA system,,,hey, they'll handle 200watts rms so drive 'em like you should and get your money's worth.

Quality:
Well made, durable/tough poly cabinets, adjustable/rotatable horns,mine are whit so I take a little extra care to avoid dropping,scratching,bumping,dragging,,,,just take good care of it and it will take care of you.

Value:
You can spend less on an 8" 2-way speaker for this application but you won't find a better one. Retail for this beast is around $285.00 new in the box,,,maybe more people would part with their money if it was a $229.00/each price tag? Maybe EV should drop the price and sell more of them,,,just me thinking out loud.

Desirability:
Slick looking cabinet,,multi-use, looks real "clean" in white. I own 2 of them for my needs (also helps lessen the back-ache). How can you say no to a speaker that actually helps reduce the pain of moving equipment around?

Sound:
Look people,,,you'll look far and wide but won't find a sweeter sounding 8" 2-way speaker that has the hootspa that this one has. Sure you can get bigger (and spend much more) but if you're looking for portable DJ/compact-stage PA/floor monitors/studio monitors/side-fill monitors,,etc etc etc,,,here's the real deal from EV.

Ease of Use:
Plug and play,,,,pole mount idea is standard,,easy to pick and place them well over your head due to their lite-weight. Only thing easier would be having someone else do it for you,,,,,

Support:
Never had to use support for any EV product that I've ever owned,,,,although there was that $129.00 ND 357 mic that crapped out after 8 years of abuse,,,go figure. I don't expect to be asking for help anytime soon.

Overall:
I would have to say that if I ever replace these,,I'd continue searching for another EV product that performs just as good,,maybe I'll upgrade one day to a pair of 12" 2-ways? Never know.

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ElectroVoice ZX190 Customer Review

Overall:
          9 out of 10
Features:
          10 out of 10
Quality:
          6 out of 10
Value:
          8 out of 10
I Want It:
          10 out of 10
Sound:
          9 out of 10
Ease of Use:
          10 out of 10
Support:
          10 out of 10
User: a customer from comcast.net
Submitted: 11/16/2009
Style of Music: rock, country, acoustic, surf
Musical Experience: active musician
Location: Philadelphia, pa

 

 
Feature:
SOUNDS AS LOUD AS MANY OF THE BULKY 15" FLOOR MONITORS. IT'S EASY TO PACK AND GREAT FOR THOSE VENUES THAT HAVE TIGHT SPACES FOR BANDS

Quality:
ONLY PROBLEM I HAD WAS THAT THE SPEAKER BLEW OUT AFTER ABOUT 3 MONTHS OF USE. I WAS USING IT WITH AN ACOUSTIC DUO SO ITS NOT LIKE I WAS BLASTING THE THING. THIS IS MY ONLY BEEF WITH THE PRODUCT. FOR $299, THE SPEAKER SHOULDN'T BLOW THAT EASILY.

Sound:
THE SOUND IS AMAZING FOR ITS SIZE. I SOMETIMES USE IT AS A 2ND MAIN SPEAKER AT SMALLER PLACES, BUT MAINLY AS A MONITOR. I MOUNT IT ON A POLE SO IT IS CLOSER TO ME AND EASIER TO HEAR.

Ease of Use:
I LIKE THE SPEAKON ADAPTERS. ANOTHER REVIEW COMPLAINED THAT IT WAS A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE YOU CAN TRIP OVER THEM. HEY IDIOT, WATCH WHERE U ARE WALKING. I DON'T WANT THE CABLES TO COME UNPLUGGED WHEN SOME TOOL TRIPS OVER THE CABLE.

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"It's EV, what else would you expect"

Overall:
          10 out of 10
Features:
          8 out of 10
Quality:
          10 out of 10
Value:
          7 out of 10
I Want It:
          10 out of 10
Sound:
          10 out of 10
Ease of Use:
          10 out of 10
Support:
          10 out of 10
Submitted: 8/29/2009
Style of Music: classic rock
Musical Experience: Active Musician
Location: cakifornia

 

 
Feature:
Simple, but I wish it had two connectors to dasychain speakers

Quality:
It's EV

Value:
price is a bit high. This should have been around $200 - to $250 at most

Sound:
Awesome when combined with Sb122 subs

Ease of Use:
Nothing to it

Support:
did not need one

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"ZX190: Examine the molded handle before you buy the unit."

Overall:
          6 out of 10
User: a customer from aol.com
Submitted: 3/19/2008
Style of Music: jazz, acoustic
Musical Experience: active musician
Location: fairfield CT USA

 

 
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Feature:
EV has made a mistake in the design of the molded carrying handle on these units. It is too shallow and poorly angled. making one-handed transport risky. A big part idea of the design of the ZX190 is convenience, and these handles have made it inconvenient -- and unsafe -- to carry them one-handed. To safely carry a pair of them any significant distance requires 2 trips.

Quality:
Seems extremely well-made, but the carrying handle is a weak afterthought.

Value:
I just cannot get past the carrying handle problem. It's 'convenience' value to me is diminished by this drawback.

Desirability:
It's a very appealing product visually.

Sound:
The sound is very good, especially from a speaker this small.

Ease of Use:
Very easy to use, besides the transport drawback.

Support:
No need for support from EV on any of their products that I've owned.

Overall:
I'm not sure that I will keep the ZX190's. If I can conveniently overcome the transport snag described above, I'll keep them.

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"Great Small Lightweight Pro Mobile Speaker Delivers Big Sound"

Overall:
          8 out of 10
Features:
          5 out of 10
Quality:
          10 out of 10
Value:
          10 out of 10
I Want It:
          8 out of 10
Sound:
          8 out of 10
Ease of Use:
          10 out of 10
Support:
          10 out of 10
Submitted: 6/23/2007
Style of Music: all
Musical Experience: Weekend Pro DJ&KARAOKE
Location: Phlly Burbs

 

 
Feature:
OK, my nitpics. 1) They only have those Neutrick connectors which I don't like because they can be a tripping/falling hazard (1/4 inch plugs will more easily pull-out if someone trips over the cable). 2) The top of the speaker is rounded so I can't easily rest small light effects on them.

Sound:
I use these for mobile DJ & Karaoke. They are extremely easy to move because they only weigh about 18 lbs but still manage to put out big sound. They are teamed with an 18" subwoofer and they sound very good. I only gave them an 8 for sound because they are a little harsh in the high-mids but EQing takes much of that problem away. I used them informally at my day-job company picnic and they really filled up the open-sided tent with full sound. I was even able to bring the entire set-up in my little convertible - wow!

Ease of Use:
If lightweight and professional sound is what you want, these can't be beat (yet!).

Support:
NA

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