Call it what you want — speaker on a stick, or whatever — but portable systems, with their fast, easy setups are the bread and butter of our industry and, combined with a sub or two, can offer impressive performance in smaller venues.
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There are endless variations on this theme, such as the column arrays we covered in our September 2014 issue, or more traditional two-way designs with woofers ranging from six to 18 inches. This time around, we’re focusing on powered 12-inch top/subwoofer combos, which offer versatility and enough oomph to make a difference — even without the sub.
The data includes both heavily discounted M.I. products as well as higher-end pro offerings, so pricing is not included, as pro pricing can vary significantly depending on whether the products are purchased separately or as part of a larger system. In either case, a quick phone call or Internet search should provide up to date pricing info, and URLs are provided for your convenience.