i love the built-in speakers of my PSR2000.
If I get the Tyros2 speakers, can they be used WITHOUT the sub?

I don't mind the taking the two small speakers on gigs, but the sub is a real pain...

If yes, how does it sound?
I don't need great bass response, as there will be a main PA producing that.

Not a good Idea.....the sub is essential & if I can remember when I had a T2 you cannot use the satellites without the sub. They all connect together 3pc set ....

[This message has been edited by Dnj (edited 01-31-2007).]

I looked at a pdf of the user manual. It seems that there is a right speaker out, left speaker out, and a seperate din output for the sub. This would imply that it can work without the sub, and that the Tyros 2 provides amplification for the two sattelites.

Please correct me if I am wrong.
I am sure it will sound horrible by themselves. But remember that I will have a lot of bass from the main PA. Bass is omnidirectional...the main purpose for personal monitors is for the highs.

Spend your money on a pair of good powered speakers...preferably ones that perform well without a sub and are easy to put on stands.

The type of venues you play will dictate the power rating.

Many of the members here can suggest various brands and their pros and cons.

Ian



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I do small to medium size venues.
I use two JBL EON 1500 speakers with a power amp.

I am satisfied with the performance as a PA.

But the speakers are facing the audience, not me. The built in speakers of the PSR2000 allowed me the luxury of personal "in my face" monitors without any extra equipment.

I am looking to make a possible upgrade to a Tyros 2 as painless as possible. Schlepping a powered speaker as a monitor is not an option for me.

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The AMP is in the sub.

I wouldn't recommend the speakers that come with the Tyros2...they aren't that good as far as I'm concerned and I work for the company.

Ian



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Put your powered mains Directly to the right & left side of your ears 6-7 feet to each side....no need for a monitor.

Aha, I see.
That's why they need the din cable instead of a standard line out for the sub.

Scratch that idea then.

Not sure what you mean. I usually have the speakers 30 feet apart to fill up the room. And they definitely must be facing the audience. Actual position varies by venue. At best the EONs are parallel to me, often slightly in front. Without a personal sound source, I can't hear myself properly. Believe me, I've tried.