I'd go with mackies...I think if you compare apples to apples...they are better. But the Ev's are great also, They are lighter weight and Scott Ye and Unlce Dave love em. That would be good enough for me. Have you actually listened to the two at a demo? I would recommend you take the extra time, hop in your car and find a place that will demo the two. Or, go to the local wedding banquet hall, and quietly slink in while the DJ is setting up and listen to those and different systems. The one thing I do know, every time I make a rushed decision, I end up re-doing something, or regretting my impatience. Take your time....That's my 2 cents...But I reiterate...my vote is for the mackies...Good Luck B2