I already have the DXR 12's which are phenomenal for my bigger jobs. But I needed something a bit smaller, lighter & flexible for my smaller room gigs for example this one pictured here last night. I had tried the baby Mackie SRM150 for tiny jobs (10-15pp), but it just wasn't enough full range for my needs as a vocalist & keyboard player. So I picked up a pair of the little brother of my DXR12's the DXR 8,.....this may have been my best gear buy in a long time!! These little really hit the mark. I was blown away by the power, sound and coverage they gave me on stage. Crystal clear Top & Bottom end was amazing also for a speaker this size. I have used one alone & two in stereo last night & I am totally satisfied & confident now that I made the right choice. All bases covered now 1, 2, or 4 speakers, and if I have to use all Four for some of my BIG gigs I can put the 8's up on poles and 12's on the floor also.