B2: Congratulationss on your new EV speakers. I knew you'd be pleased. I agree that the Mackie 450's win out over the SxA100's in sound clarity & bass punch, but pound for pound, and $ for $, the SxA100 are a terrific sounding lightweight & easy to transport package which can't be beat. I don't regret exchanging the Mackie 450s for the EVs. - Scott
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