Deal of the week!!! $99
http://www.onlyfactorydirect.net/p/Small...d+speakers/146/

Regards,

Jerry

PS: Fasten your seat belts. This discussion could take off fast.

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Jerry ..I love them..I bought 3 pair of the 802's..a pair of the 1503's and a pair of the 1204's...

I ordered them today, based on your recommendation. I will be using them as monitors for our duo - "Just the Two of Us".

My main speakers are the EV SX100a powered speakers.

I currently run my keyboard (Tyros3) direct to the EV's. With the monitors it looks like I will have to run the Podiums speakers through a mixer.

The mixer has 2 stereo channels for the speakers, and 4 inputs for mics. I will continue to run the singers mic through the keyboard for the effects. I will plug my mic into the mixer, since I don't sing.

Any suggestions or words of wisdom?

Jerry

Jerry I believe your EV powered speakers have a line out..Run the Podiums from the line out of the EV's..

Warning the only input into the Podiums is a line level signal...or the warranty will be void..

BTW: Just how good are the Podium Pro Audio powered speakers?

I replaced the Yorkville Powered 12 (NX520P) speakers with the Podium 1204 powered speakers...and another band is using the 1503's replacing Yamaha club series..

We use Podium 802's as our only pa in a couple venues (trio, playing 60's and 70's dance music)..usually we use 802's as monitors..

For my solo work ..I replaced the 802's for most jobs, with the Roland BA330..because of the easy hookup...built in mixer w/effects and stereo in a single unit..For my larger solo jobs ..I still prefer and use my 25 year old Roland Cube 100's..

The 1204's and 1503's are being used without the need of our Yorkville sub woofer..the bass gets down low enough to leave the sub home..

Fran
Since your so high on the Ba330 (and have gotten me very interested) have you considered a pair of them to replace all that other stuff? Seems the simplier way to go. Just one or two depending on the gig.
And the prices are already dropping.. Around $500 now.
Sorry to hijack the thread

Bill in NJ

Fran, on your 1204's, did you get the Class A or Class D amp (and why?).

Thanks,

chas

Chas..class, I am convinced it is the better amp..

Bill, the only BA330's I have found for $500 are store demos..2 would be great if I didn't have other units for larger jobs..A single BA330 was just what I needed for certain venues..

http://www.onlyfactorydirect.net/p/12%22+USB+Port+Active+Speaker+JUST+ARRIVED%21++%7C+PP1204CA/powered+speaker+active+loudspeaker/218/

Chas here is the unit we use in the band

Chas, the A/B amps although run hotter than the class D, and are less efficient, percentage wise ..are considered warmer and a more pleasing sound..This is stated by many experts..not just me..

The class D is a switching design and actually kick in protective circuitry to often...I found this to be the difference between the 1204's and our Yorkville's (Use class D)..

Fran, you left out the crucial letter. I'm guessing it's the class A though, as the class D version is fairly new to the line. Class D's are more efficient but may not sound as good. I noticed that they're both priced the same (-CA vs -CD). Wish I had a side by side comparison, though, as I'm thinking about getting a pair (the price is right ) to go with my (as yet unused) Edirol M??10 mixer . If the combo sounds good, I'll find a use for it (that would be just over $500 for a fairly flexible and powerful PA - not bad).

chas

PS: Please stay out of my life; you're too expensive .


chas

Looks like we crossed posts. Yeah, that's pretty much what I found.

chas

Why are they dirt cheap?

Maybe we should asking why the other's are so much..

First we are buying from the importer..eliminating a jobber and a dealer..

The only question that had to be answered..would they hold up...It's been over 11 months since I purchased the first 2 pair of 802's..They are still working as new..

The 1503's since July and the 1204's since september or October..

Chas, here is one of my 1204's in a custom cover with a pocket for the cord..A friend made a pair for me...

I love that frequency response of 20 or 30-20,000 khz.

They should be sued for false advertisement!

Sorry guys, but I just had to say this.

BTW, compliments on those covers Fran. Your buddy did a great job.

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http://www.dirtcheapfunfun.com/dirtcheap/gear.jsp

Those covers are cool. I need a friend like that. Fran, how close is that 12" to the 15". There is a substantial weight difference and I'd rather have the 12's if they've got the goods. In other words, I want a 12 that sounds like a 15. Whaddya think?

BTW, I talked to a few more audiophile types and they agree with you that the class A, B, and AB all sound somewhat better than the class D, although the newest high-end Class D's sound pretty good.

chas

Chas..you want a 12 that sounds like a 15...look no farther..you found it..

The 15 inch version ..same design as the 1204 ca..is about 9 pounds more..

Don't forget these models have the built in MP3 player..

I received my Podium Pro Audio speakers today. I gave them a good workout on my T3.

I bought them at OFD deal of the week - They are "THE DEAL". They are solid, and well made. Nothing cheap about them. They are the mini-me of my EVSX100 powered speakers, without the hiss and overheated cooling fins.

There is plenty of volume. I had the keyboard at about 1/4 volume an the speakers at about 1/2 way. They were very loud without ant distortion.

(My 2 cents- Don't invest in the Yamaha TRSM02 speakers at $250+ for home use. They are glorified computer speakers. I have the 1st generation Yamahe YST MS50's for several years, which are the exact same speakers for the computer.
http://www.computer-speakers-reviews.com/computer-speakers/Yamaha-YST-MS50-computer-speakers.jpg

They are like a toy compared to the sound you will get from the Podiums @$99 ea., when the deal pops up again. I saw them at this price in December but missed out.)

The real test will be when I use them on Friday night's gig as monitors.

Another benefit is - I know I will be taking these instead of the heavy speakers to certain venues that I volunteer for. _Hospitals, benefits, etc.

I'll keep you posted.

Thanks to Fran for the heads up on these.
So far - a great find.

Regards,

Jerry

Jerry,

let me know how they turn out as monitors
i was gonna pick up a pair , but i missed out on the deal,
they are now at $150

managed to buy a pair @ $99 ea
they are on the way
will use them in a week

You must have gotten the ones I just sent back today!!!!


Just Kidding!!!!

You lucked out. Good going.


Jerry

Nice little speakers, but my sound TOOK OFF with the Bose Compact - and believe me, the compliments support the statement.

got my pair of 802's a few days ago

i will have a party with my Duo tomorrow, Sunday using my Roland G-70, Ketron XD3,
and my guitar player

there will be approx. 500 people in attendance, very large hall as you can imagine

no, the 802's WILL NOT be my main speakers :-)
but rather our MONITORS, 1 for each of us

my main speakers are my beloved HPR QSC's 12" with Mackie powered subs

i will report back after my gig with my thoughts

if they can pass this 500+ venue
i will be VERY happy
hope the 802's don't fry on me.

Lee, I have used a pair of 802's with over 350 people..I use a mixer with the Podiums..I covered the room easily..It was a dinner crowd with a dance floor..No big thumping bass needed with the gig...but the 802's covered the bass needed with no problems..I am talking about a trio..

When I wanted to boost the bass for certain songs..it performed well..

I have the 1204's as the bands main system now...if you want to talk about a bottom..

Lee, try the 802's with the Mackie subs (no QSC's)....Let me know if you don't think they can replace the 12" units..

I am seriously considering one of these as my main keyboard amp and monitor and was just wondering about two crucial points - is there a real (ie musical) difference between A and D classes (the speakers are listed as CA...and CD)? And, what does the ominous sounding reference to components hooked up to the amp being "line level" mean?

The newer Class D amps are more efficient than the Class A, B, or AB, but some think give up something in terms of 'warmth' in the sound.

'Line level', the PRACTICAL explanation. Only input the signal from a PRE-amp, never an AMP. Also, the direct signal from your arranger or similar equipment. Usual input is from an UN-powered mixer.

chas

So...to clarify...using an unpowered, little mixer for some extra sound tweeking is ok. That's considered line input, right?

yes ...
t.