DJ GIG LOG: I Set Up Both Evox 12 & Evolve 50 At An Event + XVIVE Wireless Speakers 4K
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- čas přidán 24. 11. 2022
- In this video, you’ll see me use Apelab DMX and Apelabs connect to control the Chavuet Wash Fx.
You’ll also be able to hear side by side sound comparison between Evolve 50 and Evox 12(both in white) live at the event. 🤙🏾
Dj Equipments used
Xvive link : a.co/d/82c9pnj
Evox 12 djeventgear.com/products/rcf-...
Uplights www.apelabsusa.com/#bf1e8bb714
Link to my favorite items on Amazon:
www.amazon.com/shop/lavishlif...
Combo Cable : ADJ Products SKAC10 Stage and Studio Power Cable a.co/d/5gw9y8w
SKAC25 a.co/d/4NMtl9S
DIY method Alex Tech 25ft - 1/2 inch cord... a.co/d/7i2JwgR
Floor covers: a.co/d/cWBJXz9
Shure SM58 Mic Shure SM58LC Cardioid Dynamic Microphone a.co/d/ihwh2Ad
- [ ] Yamaha MGO6: Yamaha MG06 6-Input Compact...a.co/d/7DJnulM
Cup holders a.co/d/4aE7quL
GripnGaff bag a.co/d/2vZWf3o
Deck Saver a.co/d/cBvBNov
Gator Framework adjustable stand a.co/d/9wBNcX4
White Bungee cord a.co/d/f7xsgR1
Ceremony
- [ ] Sennheiser wireless handheld and lavaliere mics + Double A batteries
- [ ] Shure SM58 wired mic
- [ ] iPhone running Djay App
- [ ] iPhone 3.5 mm to lightening cable
- [ ] 3.5 mm split to two 1/4 inch cable
- [ ] 2 Mic Stands (1 Gator round bottom, 1 Hola tripod bottom)
- [ ] Gator Mic tray
- [ ] Maui 5 Go Speaker
Cocktail
- [ ] Maui 5 Go speaker
- [ ] Hola mic stand
- [ ] Gator speaker tray
- [ ] 3.5 mm split to two 1/4 inch cable
- [ ] iPhone
Reception
- [ ] 2 EV Evolve white speaker column arrays (white xlr cable and black power cords inside column bag)
- [ ] 1 SX 3 DJ Controller with GT Audio 4 Channel Mic system housed in the Gator G-Tour Flight Case
- [ ] Yamaha MG06 Mixer
- [ ] 1 MacBook Pro Computer
- [ ] 1 Furman power conditioner
- [ ] 2 GT Wireless Handheld Audio Mics with double A batteries
- [ ] 1 Rockville Dj facade
- [ ] 12 Ape Labs ape coins
- [ ] 12 Uplight Covers
- [ ] 2 Chauvet DJ Wash FX 2
- [ ] 2 Rockville Totems
- [ ] 1 Folding Table
- [ ] 1 Gravity Stand (Base and 2 poles)
- [ ] 1 Dj Knapsack (MacBook Pro, Uplight Covers, Yamaha Mixer, GT Audio Wireless Handheld Mics)
- [ ] 1 Black Duffle bag with all cables and power cord
Photo Booth
- [ ] 1 Neweer Ring Light
- [ ] 1 Kupo light stand
- [ ] 1 IPad for photo booth running Simple Booth Classic
- [ ] Backdrop stand
- [ ] Photo booth backdrop
- [ ] Cannon Selphy printer + paper, ink
- [ ] Halo bolt battery
- [ ] Pro X Tripod Tray
- [ ] 1 Zebra Bag (Photo Booth Props + backdrop)
Back Up System
- [ ] iPhone running djay app
- [ ] Numark DJ2GO touch
- [ ] iPhone camera adapter
- [ ] 3.5 mm split to two 1/4 inch adapter
- [ ] Lightening cable to USB A
-Gravity Cart to transport all equipment from car to venue - Hudba
Back in middle school we hired a DJ for our dances, and the DJ’s equipment for the first three dances was QSC K12 tops above KW181 subs. On the fourth dance, he showed up with the RCF EVOX 12 sets very similar to these but black. I was amazed by the sound of the column tops: not quite as harsh to my ears. There was one catch that is worth noting though: the subs seemed like an obvious downgrade, and obviously the DJ thought the same. The next two dances until I graduated were done with the EVOX 12s paired with one of the old KW181 subs. Best of both worlds, and those events sounded the best of all of them. He’d put a low cut on the EVOXs to produce the kick bass only, and the KW181 took over for the really deep stuff.
So, essentially, the RCF column arrays sound great, but don’t expect for a second that you’ll get the same amount of bass out of the 12s as you will get from an 18 inch sub.
Very cool set up. Enjoy your videos, explanations etc. You make everything sound very easy & informative. Thanks
Appreciate it 🙏🏾
Brother, you're bringing🔥!! I absolutely love what you have done over the last couple years. Always improving! I didn't know you could get any better! Hats off to "wife hands" to help in a pinch! She is definitely a great supporter for you. Be awesome!
Thanks Ray 🙏🏾 wifey is a blessing
Dude, you are a class act. Love the look. Great gear. Evox 12s kick ass. Lighting fantastic. Customers have no idea what it takes to do it like this, the time, the expertise, the experience and know how, and the music knowledge, the party flow knowledge, mixing, transitions, coordination with caterer, handling clients anxious for their event to go over well…etc etc etc.
Thank You. You hit the nail on the head. Most clients have no idea the amount of time and preparation that goes in to making an event successful :)
Another great video. I love how since coming across your channel a few months ago How much you’ve changed. Those evox 12’s sound great.
Maybe next year I’ll buy a pair of them. Keep up with the great videos
Sure do sound great…quite an investment tho…what I like about them is how well the sound is distributed across the space…if you listen to the mix when wife hands go to back you can hear the difference compared to my precious logs
Sounds Awesome.!! 🔥Subs not too heavy 64lbs is great for a mobile set up. And that wireless xlr set up is great.!! Everything on point as always, the teamwork, and support from the Mrs is incredible.!! Blessings always my broO
Thanks browsky 🙏🏾
😊😊 great gig log. Keep making them dance!
Thank you! Will do!
Hi from Russia! Отличный звук с новыми петличками DJI Mic! Очень красивая акустика RCF в белом цвете! Звук - космос! Как всегда, выглядишь молодцом! Отличная работа! Удачи и богатых клиентов!
Thanks 🙏🏾 Yes the DJI mics have been great (have to do long term review). And the RCF speakers are amazing.
Keep up the good work. Top class act as always.
Godbless from the UK 🇬🇧
Great setup brother!!! You’re a class act!!
@@James.KingHTX Thank you 🙏🏾
KILLED IT!!!!
Thanks bro
Super clean setup
Thank you🙏🏾
Nice setup man ✅️🔊👍🏾
Appreciate it! 🙏🏾
Great video bro!!
Appreciate it 🙏🏾
Smashed it!
Thank you sir 🙏🏾🙏🏾
SET UP GOALS!!!!!!!
🙏🏾
Nice setup bro! loving white wedding
Thank you 🙏🏾 Love all white wedding too.
Been watching you bro, pretty inspiring
Thank you for the support 🙏🏾
@@lavishlifedjs Fasho 🦾🙏
Nice video. I still think the evolve 50's are an overall best buy and bet.... You can pick up a set for for the price of one Evox 12. I always tell people always better to do a wedding with another person. Hats off to your wife in helping you out on this gig and getting you the equipment you needed to get this event done properly. Two is better than one especially at weddings.
Can’t go wrong with the Evolves. Once pushed though, in my experience, the sound tends to distort so still looking for the Swiss Army knife of column arrays but our needs vary based off the types of events we do so the whole thing is subjective
@@lavishlifedjs come on EV if you’re listening make the Evolve 15s.
@@louprimo6062 🤞🏾
You are legend!! 🔥 I love your chanel. You give me lots of inspirations! 🔥🎚️🎤🎧👌
Haha thank you…no legend but I do love what I do
Yeah I totally understand you. I also love DJing.
Thanks for sharing your experience!! 🎤🎚️🎧
nice edit rolling the footage over the choir singing
Thank you. 🙏🏾
You Are A Very Professional DJ And A Good Man. It´s Technical & Optical Perfect! Very Like It !! 🔥🔥🔥
EVOLVE50 💓💓💓RCF😘😘😘 Too.
Best Wishes From Germany !! 🥳🥳🥳😎 (dj partyfuchs🦊)
Wow, thanks
Man The Xvive has been awesome for me.
They definitely have a place
Keep going
🙏🏾
I bought the xvives about a year ago and they have been clutch! Great for running a satellite speaker or cocktail hour speaker off your main rig. Also I've used them as a wireless mic in a pinch before. I'm curious if the comparable sennheiser versions are better but for what I use these for, they've been great.
Yeah they work well but have their place…not sure if the sennheiser joints work better but if it is the same technology then there may be similar limitations
@@lavishlifedjs I have the Sennheiser packs, and they’re far superior than anything out there. They cost much more, but the range in distance, ability to transmit through walls, is crazy!
Oh, another guy from the Hypefam, doesn't expect that. 👍
Thanks
So nobody is commenting on the Wash FX lights being controlled by Ape Labs? That was sweet to match all your colors. I love my Ape Maxis, but they can't wash an entire room like that.
haha yeah, there is a lot to unpack in this video...I think being able to bring other lights in to my ape labs ecosystem is monumental...I do think there is lot of work on ape labs' side to improve the execution but man am I excited for what's to come...apparently, in future updates, we will be able to control moving heads !
Could you maybe tell us how you Set it up that it worked with you chauvet's? I really think about to use it as you 😊 Thank you so much my friend from Austria! 🥳
@@DJayRome12 first you need to buy the ape labs connect. From there download the the ape labs app. In the app, toggle to the ape dmx menu (you have to do this each time you close then open the app). Within that menu, there are options for the channels of dmx you want to use (refer to your light’s manufacturer manual to see which chanels are available and works best). If a channel doesn’t work in the manner you expect, I would recommend trying others. The particular channel will have a dmx address to input on your fixture that also correspond to either group 1, 2, 3 or 4.
*you will need a wired or preferably wireless way of having the ape labs connect send dmx instructions to your fixture. You could either use wired dmx cables from the ape labs connect dmx out to your fixtures or try a wireless solution. There are many wireless dmx solutions out now. The one I use are the donner wireless dmx kit I bought from Amazon. They work really well and I would recommend.
Hope that helps.
The x-vives have been a part of my setup for a while now. They’re amazing but they CERTAINLY have their limits. I’ve been in many situations where a clean signal at even a short distance wasn’t possible. All depends.
Word. Situational. I would use them for satellite or cocktail where having continuous sound isn’t so critical
Great video. So the EV ELX18 sub is not needed with the Evox12's for your biggest events?
Bigger events will just run the full ELX system and add reinforcement if necessary
Great vid as always. What lights are you using inside the totems? I don't have any Ape Labs lights yet (they're ordered) but I bought the Ape Connect so I could use the Ape app to control my other lights (Rockwedges, BestPar60's, Both uplights) and integrate them with future Ape lights when I don't want to use SoundSwithch. Now I can save that for when I'm using movers, etc. but for using just wash lights this is easier. I'm hopeful in the near future they'll add an amber slider so we can take advantage of using amber, maybe even UV.
One thing I noticed in your video was the color variation between the totem lights and the Wash FX where as mine mirror each other. For example totem lights are pink while wash fx are blue. Mine would be both pink and then both blue
Do you have those on separate groups and change the colors manually for each different group? I have just been turning on MusikMode and then switching through the programs to get some variation but all the lights light up the same color.
Thank you
Thanks. I have coins under the totem for this event but I do use maxis sometimes.
I utilize the groups for all my events. I am able to create more interesting light shows and turn off and on certain groups.
Below are the instructions I wrote for my assistant whenever I work with one:
Ape Labs Lights
Group 1: Wash FX2, and V shaped coins
Group 2: Reg shaped coins to uplight Speakers & 2 on the End of the Dj backdrop and stick
Group 3: Maxis
Group 4: Alternating Maxis
Instructions:
* Turn all lights on at one location.
* Then turn group 1 to green, 2 to white, 3 to red and 4 to blue (using the app).
Then distribute the lights.
- [ ] Group 1: 2 for backdrop behind Dj & sweet heart table
- [ ] Group 2: uplight for speakers and 2 for end piece for the Dj backdrop…ie (V2-V1-V1-V2). The stick on the Dj table.
- [ ] Groups 3 and 4: Alternate maxis around the room (red,blue,red etc)
@@lavishlifedjs thank you so much for that ❤️
Great video - Do you have a list of what you use equipment wise ?
This video shows all most all of my equipments I usually on a regular basis.
DJ GIG LOG: Greenwich Fancy Hotel + Exclusive Behind The Scenes Looks
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Small complaint about the evox 12, is that the top starts to turn on its own when the volume is cranked up. The top starts turning to the left or right. You’d think they’d fix a small issue for what you’re paying
I noticed that too. I put gaff tape on the pole (little tiny piece)
Amazing job as always.. what do you use to make your facade look like that? Thank you
Custom scrims…I contacted a photobooth backdrop company (Milin Displays) and gave them the specs to my scrims. Reach out to Casiel from Milin displays.
@@lavishlifedjs thank you so much.
I have the XVive Tx & Rx. They work fine. But I also have the Alto single Tx Rx (not the Stealth) and do the job as well at half the price. Just curious, usually, do you eat at a wedding ? If so, where do you sit? At a table or behind the booth? Merci
I agree they work fine and have their place.
I usually eat behind the booth or sometimes in a separate place.
Hey sounds and looked awesome my friend! So I’m curious on your opinion. I own the RCF Evox 12’s as well and I own Ev evolves too. I love the Evox 12 but only bring them out when I know I can keep them spread out far from each other and crank them. With that set up they are monsters!!! But if I’m in a smaller room and playing at a lower volume I think the Evolves sound better, definitely clearer in my opinion...What’s your thoughts on that now that you’ve taken them for a spin.
Couldn’t agree with you more. They felt like a caged lion in that space…I think different tools for different jobs. I’ll continue to use the evolves for smaller functions and the EVOX12 for bigger rooms/crowds.
I’m still looking for that Swiss Army knife of mobile PA’s but unfortunately I haven’t encountered it yet. Each system out now has its positives and negatives.
The EVOX12 comes the closest.
@@lavishlifedjs When you say, 'smaller functions' ... what sort of guest numbers are you talking? e.g. wedding with 150-guests ... maybe 50-60 dancing max dancing at once?
@@GreenLemonKidsClub less than 100 in a smallish venue...I've done more with the evolves and it's been fine but having the EVOX in my possession eliminates me trying to push these to the limits...with the EVOX, I've had to turn the volume down
Which Jackery are you using? Great video sir!
Jackery 500
What settings do you like best on the evolve 50? And I also have 1 ev elx200-12sp I can hook up to them also thank you
Hey Denny. First thing I do with my evolves is gain stage. From there, the settings I like best is Music mode during formalities (-3db MID) then Club mode for open dance…if I need a little more low end, I turn the sub to max of +3db…when I add my elx bass I usually run my EV with an 80hz crossover so the that they work less and I can have my bass do what it does best.
Which lapel mics are you using for ceremony? Is it part of the GTD system?
sennheiser g4
I see that the bag to carry the booth is Gator. What model is it ? I am building my booth and looking for a bag as well (42 x 21 x 6). I found the ProX XF-MESA-MEDIA-BAG. But I would to have your inputs. Merci.
www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CVSXLKO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1
Hear mixed reviews on the XVive. Specifically too much white noise on the 2.4ghz band which is so overcrowded. Did you experience any of that?
These are primarily for quick non essential satellite speakers where interference wouldn’t be much of an issue
I do think it’s site specific and situational. I didn’t get any interference at this site but I could see scenarios where one would. I would say if you are in a metropolitan area, these might not be right for you.
For essential audio where I know I wouldn’t want any interference or drop outs, I have my sennheiser G4s for that.
But for a quick in and out extra sound, these are great
What size was that Jackery? Also are you ever red lining on your Rcf, mixer or controller?
Jackery 500. I try to gain stage and avoid redlining starting from my serato, then my controller, then my mixer and eventually my speakers
I’ve been looking for the new white version of the evox 12’s where did you purchase??
djeventgear.com/products/rcf-evox-12-portable-pa-column-array-speaker-system-package-white?sca_ref=2826974.wUiU6kv8RQ
Hello :) I have a question, and I need advice :) I have evolve 50
But in big halls I miss bass :( what do you advise to buy a second set of evox 12 for big halls? Should I add 1 ekx 15 sp to evolve 50? Thanks for answer :)
I would go totally traditional tops with bass…if you’re looking only at columns then the EVOX12s should be fine. I’ve been very happy with mine, even in big halls.
If I were getting some of these new speakers, I’d choose the DB Technologies ES1203.
Looked at those as well but at the time weren't available for testing
Hello from Berlin ☺️ I wanted to ask you how you control FX2 with the Ape Labs app? Thank you Norbert 😊
first you need to buy the ape labs connect. From there download the the ape labs app. In the app, toggle to the ape dmx menu (you have to do this each time you close then open the app). Within that menu, there are options for the channels of dmx you want to use (refer to your light’s manufacturer manual to see which chanels are available and works best). If a channel doesn’t work in the manner you expect, I would recommend trying others. The particular channel will have a dmx address to input on your fixture that also correspond to either group 1, 2, 3 or 4.
*you will need a wired or preferably wireless way of having the ape labs connect send dmx instructions to your fixture. You could either use wired dmx cables from the ape labs connect dmx out to your fixtures or try a wireless solution. There are many wireless dmx solutions out now. The one I use are the donner wireless dmx kit I bought from Amazon. They work really well and I would recommend.
Hope that helps.
Thank you so much for your answer. I'll try. I already have the Ape Connect, can you still tell me what settings you have on your FX, i.e. which DMX address you have set that works with the Ape Connect? ☺️😉🙏🏼 Thank you and keep up the good work 👍🏼 Greetings from Berlin Norbert
@@norberthenkel3076 ah I see. I believe I had on the RGB setting can’t remember but I had to play with a few different channels to get the wash fx to do what I wanted and to be in sync…I know I prob lost some functionality but I only use my wash for washing the ceiling/dance floor not for the effects
Bro where do i get that playlist or where do i buy thoses songs for dj
I am thinking about doing another playlist video.
Hi can you share where you purchased the scrims for the facade
Sure thing…Casiel Xue on Facebook…Milin Displays
do you get concerned about drop out or interference with the wireless connections?
very situational. for this particular set up I didn't get any drop outs
Very informative video my man! But, what beat are they listening/dancing to?! IJS
Thanks...the party songs in the video ? On The Floor, September, Celebration
@@lavishlifedjs I was being sarcastic. I know the songs, but their beat/feet didn't! LOL
@@ericjones7129 lol…I was like ‘ok’ sure I’ll give you the names…sarcasm went over my head 😬
@@lavishlifedjs BTW...Im running EV 50s (Blk), with a Prime 4. Best sounding speakers Ive EVER owned!!
Man you need to try db technologies inginia ig3T
I’ll try anything my friend…just need to become a millionaire first 😉
Hey brother how does the non ApeLabs lights work and appear with the Ape Connect?
In the app, toggle to the ape dmx menu (you have to do this each time you close then open the app). Within that menu, there are options for the channels of dmx you want to use (refer to your light’s manufacturer manual to see which chanels are available and works best). If a channel doesn’t work in the manner you expect, I would recommend trying others. The particular channel will have a dmx address to input on your fixture that also correspond to either group 1, 2, 3 or 4.
*you will need a wired or preferably wireless way of having the ape labs connect send dmx instructions to your fixture. You could either use wired dmx cables from the ape labs connect dmx out to your fixtures or try a wireless solution. There are many wireless dmx solutions out now. The one I use are the donner wireless dmx kit I bought from Amazon. They work really well and I would recommend.
Hope that helps.
@@lavishlifedjs awesome I appreciate it. Thank you.
I like Italian speakers. K-ARRAY, FBT & RCF
Those are great speakers👍🏾
So the verdict on the xvive? I’m thinking of getting one
Situational. Crowded 2.4ghz might potentially cause some interference. These are great for cocktail speakers.
I have the senheiser G4s if I were to use these for mains.
But for a cocktail set up where I can tap in to my main system and be able to make announcements from my booth these work well.
What is the table under your controller?
Gator stand
Them evox 12 knock don’t they? I have the black ones
They sure do…looking to couple the bases too…I’ll report back if I do
How the evolve 50 can be completely wireless ? There is any battery inside ? Didn’t find how to do the same 😮
Using the Jackery 500 battery and xvives…thing if beatuty
@@lavishlifedjs how many hours does battery typically last with speaker going?
@@ayoooosean I haven’t tested it yet but solidly 3-4hrs…Dj Rachel did a test though, you might find out on her channel
Hi Lavish, I want to buy power bank like you used for EV. I can't find name of power bank in your list equipements, could you give me the name of it. Thank so much!
Jackery 500
Jackery Portable Power Station... www.amazon.com/dp/B07SM5HBK1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
@@lavishlifedjs Thanks 🥰
What's the name of the DJ booth you have?
“Lavish booth”, custom made by your truly. 🤙🏾 Here’s the link to the video.
I Made A Custom DJ Booth Using A Table Bought On Amazon For $89
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12:11 🦓 👗 👀 !
Ok but if we say evox 12 vs evolve 50 plus one elx200-18sp?
EVOX12 sound didn’t distort at high volume and didn’t drop off towards the back of the room. Even my wife noticed that the sound from the back in the video was still amazing in this video.
With that stated, the Evolve sound is magical and complete…The added base gives it an edge as well.
Tough choice but to have more headroom I’m leaning more towards the EVOX12
Thank you very much
Which jackery do you have
This is the Jackery 500
Would you say that the evox12 can replace ekx 15/18
I don’t think so. I think they sound great regardless and fit my expected sound objectives. I like bass but it was coming at the expense of my back. These, to me, are just right.
@@lavishlifedjs Thanks for the reply. I am at MEX and the RCF's sound amazing. The guys at the RCF booth stated that these could replace EKX, but I am skeptical
@@JoeS795 not sure about that but they do sound great to me and fit basically all of the venues and crowd sizes I play for....the weight, size and sound combo is the best out there
The Evolves high end sound more crisp IMO
Both are dope. Evolves at low volumes sounds amazing. When you want to have reach, the RCF Evox is the go to
I thought they didn’t make the evox12 in white ?!
They do now.. 🙏🏾 djeventgear.com/products/rcf-evox-12-portable-pa-column-array-speaker-system-package-white?sca_ref=2826974.wUiU6kv8RQ
Nice but I don't have $6000 for a set of these.... lol I am curious to how the Bose L1 16 pro measure up to these ?
Bose in general sounds ok/good but they are not loud, if you want a good and loud sound try RCF 9xx series or JBL
I hear ya…these were quite the investment
I’ve never personally hear the Bose but would love to put these up against them and the Maui 44G2s
@@icsux I agree, point sources in general sound better than column arrays imho
@@lavishlifedjs But like you said columns are easy on back and knees.
@@lavishlifedjs Make it happen man! But hey don't don't come in white.
Are those gator totems
Sounds like you have never tried the Bose Pro32/Sub2. Only $3,300 for one side :)
I have never tried the Bose but have heard them at shows…not sure if I got the real true sense of what they can do though.
I am currently loving my Evox12s
Rcf find it harsh vs evolve
At low volumes, the Evolves sound amazing
@@lavishlifedjs true rcf find it to bright the sound
Up to how how many people u recommend 5 evolve 50 outdoors
@@lavishlifedjs true its not really for most parties
Decibels to dollar its not there yet
Rcf its loud
Great choice
Check out the SKAA wireless system. Wayyyy better!!
I've actually been checking those out...any experience with them ?
@@lavishlifedjs yup they are perfect!!
@@bboymac84 ok one more thing to buy :)
soooo your little wash lights is all the dance floor illumination your are providing? they better don't turn the lights off 😅, sacrifice the illumination to make your setup look nice Im not sure is the best option for the client, also yeah nice slim speakers, for how many people we are talking? not sure all my events will be 100-150 people lol.
Thanks for the feedback
I really miss a good reverb too the singer
Dj Peck , sorry I am late to this video . I am going to be honest here , you sounded great . Those singers were awful. Sorry but they do not compare to how professional you are !
They were the late show choir with David Letterman but not sure if this was the full team
Overpriced speakers!!!
Definitely pricey