I have the Mackies and they are awesome...I use them setup as floor wedges, a bit behind me, which is safe and plenty powerful. They point up just perfect towards the crowd. Best move ever made. I also had the Stagepas 300 - no comparison vs Mackie (my opinion only).
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Live: Korg PA4X/EV Everse 8s/Senn 935/K&M stand

Studio: Korg PA4X/Yamaha DGX670/Boss BR900CD/Tascam DP24SD/MTM Iloud/Sony C80/AGK 214/K&M stand