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Sound Test of the EV ZLX-15P From Electro-Voice Is this the Speaker for you? DJ or Live Band
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- čas přidán 18. 08. 2024
- We take the time to cover Why there are so many DSP options.
It may be almost 5 Years old But everyone still uses it to measure all Power speakers against.
ELECTRO-VOICE EV ZLX-15P 15-INCH TWO-WAY POWERED LOUDSPEAKER
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THE EV ZLX-15P IS A PORTABLE POWERHOUSE
Extend your low-end with this portable powerhouse. Whether used on its own or with a sub, the ZLX-15P provides crisp, clean highs and tight, deep lows for larger spaces - all with enough amplifier headroom to make sure you’re heard both loudly and clearly.
FEATURES
1000 W (Class D); 127 dB max SPL; 42 Hz - 20 kHz
15” woofer and 1.5” high-frequency titanium compression driver
(2) XLR/TRS Combo Jack, (1) 3.5mm Input and (1) XLR Link Output
Coverage (Nominal -6dB) H90°
Coverage (Nominal -6 dB) V60°
38.14lbs (17.3KG)
And for the Product Geeks
- Available Colour: Black
- Woofer Size: 15 inch
- Speaker Type: Full-Range, Two Way
- Powered or Passive: Powered
- Power Rating: 1000 Watts
- Case Material: Composite
- Grill: 18GA Steel with Black Powerdercoat
- Connector Type: (2) XLR/TRS Combo Jack, (1) 3.5 mm Input, and (1) XLR link Output
- Coverage (Nominal -6 dB) H90°
- Coverage (Nominal -6 dB) V60°
- Frequency Response (-10dB): 42 Hz - 20 kHz
- Frequency Response (-3dB): 55 Hz - 18 kHz
- Max. SPL/1m (calc): 127dB
- HF Transducer: DH-1K
- LF Transducer: EVS-15K, 380mm (15 in) Woofer
Product Dimensions (H x W x D): 68.5cm (26.97") x 42.3cm (16.65") x 338.3cm (15.08")
Product Weight: 17.3kg (38.14lbs)
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Gotten these earlier this year and they are so crisp and loud that I don't even need subwoofers. Fills an entire gym. Always get compliments on the speakers.
You’re 💯💯💯correct, these speakers can play without subwoofers they’re so loud and full of deep bass.
I tested these against a studio monitor on music mode it's really close about 90% of what you get off the studio speaker, really clean.
I got a pair of zlx 12p a behringer USB mixer and a pair of cheap wireless mic 3 years ago,
This speakers really crisp I was surprised how my friends comment with sounds it made, at a time I only paid $1000 CAD for the pair.
Rock music is really hard to chose to pick a speaker. Electro and dubstep really makes you feel and hear it.
Yeah. Stupid
I’m a frequent flyer at Expert Island, purchased this Ev-15p for my studio, the staff (dog included) make for a nice atmosphere, the speaker has served me well and wished I’d have purchased a pair or them, I’ve purchased a boatload of cables and lighting applications, you have to go and check this place out, sorry I can’t shop there any longer because I’ve moved to another province, love to visit again one day. 🍻
had these for 6 months for personal/amateur use, they are easy setup with the dsp, and play loud and clear, as always if you want low end bass for djing you need a sub, im pairing these with the ev ekx 18", however if you spend countless hours thinking which brand is best, i dont think you wont be dissapointed with EV, JBL, MACKIE and QSC, and as always, more expensive models are better. as for size the 12" will do any job almost as good as the 15" but they are huge, 10" (in ekx) and other 10" are again too small and lack lowend, if i would buy again i would go for 12" and might go to ekx or mackie srm550 due to easy setup
I agree. The only thing though. I purchased a pair of Mackie 15's and it wasn't enough power for me personally. Then I got rid of them and went for 12inch ev's. Those were a bit better, but not good enough. I have a Ev 18inch subwoofer and even that keeps limiting. But im starting to realize that anyone that's looking for that club type of bass outdoor/indoors they going to need some Qsc's and a more expensive subwoofer, at least a pair of them.
thank you sir. i have this speakers with 18 inch sub. very best in the world for me. sound amazing and eazy fix for 500 people party. amazing. in my opinion sound can not get any better with EV legendary speakers.
Ash Ko, what sub do you use?
I have a pair of these in my living room best sound ever very loud... also dj with them several time ..
How do they sound at lower conversation level?
@@PainterDans they sound great ! I use a numark mixer with bass and treble adjustments, I just turn bass down and treble up a bit. I plan on purchasing a sub one of these days
Great review man i watch your vids every time i need info on PA Speakers
very easy to understand the explanation. and now my zlx speaker has updated the new firmware v.1.0.1 to v 2.2.0
I bought these for monitors. I have a QSC front system but the QSC speakers are twice this price for a 12 inch monitor. They are great quality for the price and sound better than JBL wedges to be honest.
Good clear explanation of features. Just want to mention that a few times you say "maximize" when I think you mean "optimize". :)
Thank you for your amazing videos! 👏🏾 Just got a set this Morning!
Great review! You helped me out a lot!!! Thumbs up for the shirt!
You sir, are a teacher!
I have 2 sets of These same speakers.. One of the 1 set that is probably maybe a year old or a little more is already blown.. I use them for my DJ and karaoke show.. And I know for a fact I do not push them hard at all.. I am hoping that they will take care of this with the warranty they are supposed to have. I have on many different speakers and I will say I have been very happy with these more than any other ones..
How can happen,the one pair is blown,because you don't pushed too hard?Can you explain this,how is it?
Nice job explaining it simple.
Great video great speakers I got 2 of those and 2 subwoofers all same brand just wish they would put 2 handles on the side of speakers
Ev blows the altos away!
brianreynolds188 you are drunk
Got rid of my zlx15p for the Alto TS315. Best decision ever made. I barely could cover medium venues with the Zlx15p but with the TS315 I've covered medium venue with 260 people without any problems and I still had more power to give.
Thinking about using it for my solo show using backing tracks!
Those use Lace plate amps. You can buy those direct and make your passive speakers into powered for a couple hundred bucks.
Pls do sound test with Yamaha DBR speakers sir
Thanks for the information bro
How would these compare against the QSC 12 or 12.2?
I never see the point of playing music from a speaker as a supposed test. You need to eq the sound as a viewer anyway to make it sound nice at our end. Plus if it's listened to on a phone speaker it's a useless representation of the speaker cabinet. Plus everyone knows how good EV are.
Hey. Just purchased EV 15BT and have a question. How to set them up. When you switch them on the MASTER VOL is set on 0dB. Can I leave it there and set INPUT GAIN to infinity, plug my device and control the volume by INPUT GAIN knob? Or should I set INPUT GAIN to 0dB, MASTER VOL to mute and control the overall volume with MASTER knob?
A friend of mine bought these speakers. One was burned in one of the first events that were used, and the company sent for repair.
When using these speakers, about half of the power, the amplifier (the back of the speaker) is very hot and impossible to touch, indicating that these speakers will not last long, because the components will be destroyed from the heat, indicating a very poor design!
Did you ever figure out what’s good for settings? I tried everything and I can smell them burning I think? I have a Denon DJ mixer and I can’t figure out the levels???
@Billy Lydon
hello to you!
What would I answer myself to your question:
Or buy another speaker, or replace the internal electronics with something of higher quality and more real.
This company is rightly perceived as clearly untrustworthy!
My motto for myself is to always test things to see if they do meet their manufacturer's statements, and if not - to keep them away from me and not rely on them anymore.
Obviously, this situation is very disappointing, but unfortunately, this is how it is today in our world: most of the giant companies invest in false marketing, in order to obscure and hide their poor merchandise.
Before I buy anything, I do an extensive search for videos and real reviews from engineers or repairmen, in order to get an indication of whether or not the purchase is worthwhile for me.
In this context, the thing that encourages me is the move towards open source. In this way, you can know exactly what you are getting, and sometimes you can also improve and fix what is missing on your own.
I rarely purchase ready-made commercial products, precisely for this reason, and I design and build myself what I can. I can't produce everything by myself, of course, but I definitely manage to take care of and revive old devices (mostly electro-mechanical stuff), instead of throwing them away and buying new ones of low quality.
As of the moment of writing the response, I do not have my own speakers, and I cannot give any recommendation based on personal experience, but I can point out that I have an elderly friend (close to 80 years old!) who still operates amplification at events himself (he does public singing performances for an elderly audience) and he uses speakers from the model B112MP3 of BEHRINGER brand.
I don't blindly recommend this brand, but I found the speakers to have a pleasant sound, and he have been using them for several years, almost on a daily basis.
Is this enough to give them a recommendation? In my opinion no. But for myself, I would be satisfied and buy such speakers.
In the past I thought of providing amplification services, but in the end I dropped it for all kinds of reasons that made it difficult for me.
To my friend who was interested in the past, I suggested buying everything at least twice, so that if something goes wrong - it will be possible to immediately start from a backup.
I wish you success!
Top 3 pa speakers bro
Can I use another amplifier model as a substitute for the damaged amplifier of EV ZLX-15P? If yes, what do you recommend?
I play keyboards and keyboard Bass....in a classic rock trio....would this be a good match, I was using a JBL EON 612, But I lost it in hurricane Ian....
That was awesome that teaching about the speaker I just bought two I want to know can you tell me where to set the volume on the back of the speaker at do I set it at 10:00 or 12:00 or 3:00? And where do I set it on my controller that way I don't mess up the speaker I don't have another knowledge about sound
Hey, first of all thank you for the amazing videos and all your help. I wanted to ask for your opinion on what speakers to purchase. We're a church band that needs a portable system because we perform at different venues (Churches,Gyms or large meeting rooms) we have 3 vocalists, 3 keyboards, electronic drums,guitar and bass. So with that in mind what size and brand speakers would you recommend? We currently have unpowered speakers and power amps which isn't really convenient to travel with. If you can also recomend a mixer that would be awesome. Thanks again.
I do live sound and wouldn’t recommend the ZLX speakers from EV but the 3 way ETX instead because you guys are a full band. 3 way speakers has a high, mid, low all in one with a build In fan. Hope this help.
Repair services are available with us!
Question? Ev speakers get hot in the back the I need to put a fan because they come without a fan and gets really hot I dont know if that can cause a problem and burn something??
I think it’s an EV thing with the ZLX models. I took my 15’s back to guitar center because they got so damn hot on the back panel. I wasn’t even pushing them. I got the ZLX 12BT’s and they get hot too. Frustrating, but they sound great .
I have the same issue bro
What's best setting for a dj with a Pioneer controller and a Mackie mixer? Is Live setting a flat setting? What would you recommend? I also use 12" pair of Behringer powered subs.
question: for a church setting which mode is better for the speakers
please help me......i have no sound coming thru my EV speakers. I believe everything is hooked up correctly to my mixer. speakers are new, both speaker cables are new...I'm lost
I do karaoke/ disco in local pubs, and social clubs? Will these get me through without subs. I don't really want subs.
Zlx 15p vs elx 200 15p which one is better?
You can go with the EV ZLX if you're on a budget and need a pa speaker, but if you need more SPL go with the zlx especially of you're not running a subwoofer
Was gonna buy some till I saw a CZcams video comparing these, sideby side, to the JBL Eon... The Eon was much clearer... These sounded muddy and muffled in comparison...
It has tons of adjustments to tweak to your preference
Hi, I have two of these speakers, And i´m going to play at a event with 300+ people. If I buy the Electro-Voice ELX200-18SP 18" Powered Subwoofer? Will it be enough to cover the crowed? I could really need some help with this question. Thank you or anyone who answers!
Please help. How do I compare volume
Between two speakers. By SPL? I was considering these or the EKX 12p
Yes, SPL (sound pressure level) measures the maximum loudness (in decibels aka dB) at a fixed distance from the speaker. This will give you a sense of the overall amount of loudness of the speaker. However, keep in mind that SPL will not give you any sense of sound quality or distortion at maximum SPL.
What did you end up purchasing? Thoughts/regrets?
@@Mr.J2U
Hello,
I ended up with the
Ekx 12p and the ekx15 sub. I have a small clip on CZcams named EV ekx Alex wedding. Look it up. Very content with them.
Also the reading is typically done at 1khz, that just happens to be the loudest most sensitive to your ears..it is also not an indicator of bass output..look at response? 50-18 + or - 10db, so if your output at 100 hz is down 10db from rated 127 hz that’s pretty significant considering that’s lowering the volume by 3 times to 117...
sir I have a question I am interested in buying a speaker which you would recommend me EKX15p or zlx 15p thanks
When you turn the speaker on, I think I heard a pop noise. Is that normal?
What’s the settings for a DJ playing a bar??? Thx
dude, you need to wear a wireless Mic so i can hear you!! The treble sounded HIGH!!! and I want to know about ASS KCIKING BASS!!! I'm a Drummer and this will be MY Monitor..
Do they do well outside with the temperature at forty degrees?
Would one speaker be ideal for a bar maybe 30 people ?
Hi
JBL EON 615 VS EV ZLX 15P ?
if the JBL is still on SALE $100 off on Amazon.com then the JBL here is a link to the sale amzn.to/2UxGo85 - Note in the showroom on the self the JBL sounds better but not always the right speaker for every.
which subwoofer do you recommend for this speaker?
Hi Sir, is this one an active or passive speaker? Cause i saw another video with exact the same ZLX saying it’s passive speaker, please help me out.
Thx.
Ev make the same speakers on both powered and passive the one on the video is powered zlx 15 p , the p means powered, the passive one only said zlx 15
Hey, I have an EV Q66 II Amp and 2 Gemini GX400 15 Inch Passive speakers. I want to upgrade my audio setup and I think to buy 2 EV ZLX 15 Passive or ZLX 15P. What do you suggest me to do? Should I buy ZLX 15 Powered or stay with an Q66 II amp and buy ZLX 15 Passive, saving money? Thank You!
If you're happy with the amp, go passive the zlx15 a great price 🔊
Great content! You explained it very well. I have 2 of these EV ZXL12 and I am a huge fan of EV speakers. They sounds really amazing! I have them set up in my garage/studio for our band practice. One of the speaker just started acting up lately. It is losing the sounds, it produces a treble like sounds only most of the time or full sounds but it is just circling to good then most of the time bad sound. What do you think is the problem or maybe anybody heave same issue? Aside from buying a new one lol, is there another fix for this speaker that you can suggest? Thanks so much.
if you handy with this things I would trade the amp plate with your second speaker to find out if it is the woofer or amp-plate then just get the replacement part there is a seller on ebay with no-name replacement amp plates for the ZLX.
@@expertisland Thanks so much for taking time to answer my question! No, I am not handy on this but willing to give it a try haha. I hope it is not too complicated to switch them. Thanks again! More power to your site!
=hi dear where can I buy these product in Dubai and how much is the price EV 12
I got a pair of these ZLX 15P and am thinking on getting the ELX200-12SP Subwoofer . Would this combination give me more low ends for bassdrum sound in band situation etc ? I know the ideal would be the 18 inch sub but I need something lighter to be able to load and unload on events.
I do gigs with 10 and 15” subs and both boom and sound great. If only playing large outdoor venues then maybe you want 18”. Cheers
How does it compare to the ts 315 by alto for djing R&b hip hop etc.
www.altoproaudio.com/products/ts315 Read the Specs on the Alto. Look closely at the SPL, Weight and Frequency Response. Total Watts are not that important. SPL is the MOST useful information on Speakers followed by Horn Coverage then Weight/Size for a Portable DJ. Not enough Low end/Bass on ANY 2-way speaker for R&B/Hip Hop. You would need at least a pair of 12"-15" Subwoofers or a really good 18".
ALTO SPEAKERS SOUND AS CHEAP AS THEY COST. that goes for most speakers for that matter.
compare it with the mackie please
I have a pair of zlx 15p and a pair of Mackie thump 15 which is better for mains for live music indoors/outdoors
zlx 15p
I'm waiting your reply
Best regards
Hi Mate.
Can you pls help me in setting of DB and Volume of the these speakers.. which should be above.. Volume or DB?
I do volume gain at 12o’clock and DB at 4-5? It gives feed back to the microphone.. should it be at low volume and DB at 10?
Thanks
Yahya Khan I’m having time with this too
Any help on typical dj settings on dsp...
I have 2 Behringer 12” powered subs...
2 ZLX powered 15s...
Just regular playback music...
What settings would be best (generic) on DSP setting .
Master DB v. Input volume ?
Help with other settings as well please.
They clip so early and heat up.
Please help
What would be the subwoofer for that?
I am a solo artist, electroacoustic guitar and voice. Wich set up EQ would be best? Considering that Spech option is an EQ for acoustic, and guitar is an acoustic sound too,,will Live music EQ set up enhance the sound better? Or how is it?
Out side of Speech Mode setting the Others are like cream and sugar in your coffee, try them when your Happy with the way your style of music comes across to the audience your good. You did your Job.
Hi,,is there any chance you can compare the yamaha dbr15 vs ev zlx15p..thanks.
Dude the DBR15 is great for DJing as the Zlx15p has a flat bass response
Out of both which is better for live band singing ?
Out of both which is better for live band singing ?
Can i stream music via Bluetooth on it?
Hello sir
I'm come from Cambodia , i want to buy Speaker with Bluetooth( new speaker) So how i buy this one
You can tell price please?
Why do you say in one of the comments that the JBL is better. Is it sound or is it durability? I just bought two of the 12s from EV but I listened to them both and thought the EV sounded slightly better and louder at a lower input. But that’s by no means the only way to rate a speaker. So Wonder if I show our return my EV 12s for JBL eon 12s?
I reply to your question in my Q&A video czcams.com/video/R48UPKuQ6t4/video.html
How abot the das vs anything please.
If I buy the BT setup I’m assuming I can power it straight from the phone no other mixer needed. I’m wanting one to set outside my camper when we’re entertaining. Was looking at the JBL party box but ran across these in the process.
can i daisy chain 4 of these with xlr cables?
Can it connect to a guitar ??
I need Microphone Ev
Is this speaker wireless?
What is the price
Which are better...JBL speakers or EV?
JBL
This or the jbl eon?
Is better EV ZLX-15P or Alto Professional TS315? Alto is stronger, but quality?
Definitely go for the EV
@@surajnanda1712This is 4 year old question, i have JBL PRX version 😉
Mines don’t turn on no more! Help? Plz? Anyone?
compare it with the jbl please
We have outside events. Do you think it would be fine for it?
Yes I love them they're great for the price
Thank you for such a great education about the EX ZLX 15P speakers. I have a question, can you use a Marantz NR1607 receiver with a pair of EV 12 inch Speakers. The only thing I have there is a EV 18 inch powered sub, a 65 inch Samsung TV, a DVD player and a cable box. I am getting this loud zzzzz sound in the speakers. WHY? the unit was plugged in by a professional. I have been told since the EV speakers are powered and the receiver is also sending power and that could be the cause. Please help. Am in Coral Springs, Florida
you will need this cable amzn.to/2TnCBsJ and plug it into the back of the Marantz where it says pre-out connect to the red/white just above of the 2 black rca plugs. this should help with the buzzing sound. let me know how it goes.
Can you link both ZLX 15BT speakers bluetooth and play at the same time??
Yes
@@TV-yj9mh I tried it didn't work.
@@sammyalvin7920 Depends on your device. I can pair two no problem.
Does these speakers suppose to make a buzz / static noise ?
I was wondering the same as my speakers have a loud static noise 🤷♀️
Sound Test ???
You are so cute...Thk.s!!!!!
Indian carancy how much
Would this be good for using it as a keyboard amp?
Hell yeah
aap ki dukan kaha par hai uncle ji
For a band, would you go with ekx, or elx?
ekx
Whats is the name of the track used in this test?
it is from youtube royalty free music I will try and find it for you.
Go watch the video title "the inconvenient truth about EV. Its an eye opener.
please sir joe minton what are its inconvenience sir
Would you recommend this or something else for a home karaoke system
You still need a mixer, but if you're looking for a High-end Karaoke system. Side note I am working on a How to pick a Karaoke system video. hope to have it posted this week.
How is the bass ?
The bass is ehh.. Alright I guess. I mean if your indoors it will do the job. I just purchased these the other week. I started off with the15'inch Mackie thumps. It was not enough power and it was smelling like the speaker was taking a beating. I Dj with Hiphop music and was looking for some good bass with some nice highs. The Mackie 15's weren't for me and I wouldn't really recommend those. Then I purchased Ev's 12inch. Still not satisfied. It was better, but not good enough. Now I purchased these Ev 15's. Much better, I must say. Butttt... Again.. When you crank them up too much it will start to go into limit mode, which is annoying. Not mention, I have a 18inch Ev subwoofer and its still not enough for the kind of bass im looking for. And because that goes into limit mode also. But for the average person who's just trying to do a very small party indoors. Ev 15's will do. You still should use a subwoofer with them though. The best advice I can give to someone who's looking to rock a hiphop party or outdoor back yard event. I would say you really have to invest some hard earned money into a better speaker like the 15'inch QSC'S. Im still contemplating on how im going to purchase these. Because their super expensive and out of my budget. $1499 just for one! But it cranks out 1000 watts continuously and that's what im talking about! Power! But again, these are ok for now. Better then Mackie thumps and Ev 12inchs.
how does this compare to the Alto ts312's?
Like Coke and Pepsi for sound both good. - the Alto has More power (dB) but the EV has Features to tweek each speaker.
I had zlx15p sold them for the Alto TS315. The Alto TS315 x 2 can do medium venues with 300 people and the bass on the Alto is phenomenonal
@@ninjatzuuninjazuu8776 what about a pop/punk band if i add some subs to the alto? Can i handle inside 200 people? What about the sound quality? Is it clipping fast? Thank you!
@@ikkangoochelen you won't get any clipping, I've used these for 2 years and not had a limit light. It's great speakers for pop and punk band. However 1 ts318s will be more than enough to give you that low end bass plus it's enough to cover 250-300 so no issues there and you won't lose any quality of sound.
@@ninjatzuuninjazuu8776 thank you man! may i get pls your facebook or insta so i can ask some questions? thank you in advanced!
Jbl eon Or ev help me guys
Ruel Capili eon isn’t powerful
I cannot see what u doing sorry
Is this zlx15p louder than alto ts 315?
"Louder" doesn't mean anything. EV - 126dB vs Alto - 134dB. You decide which Sounds better for you. You need to listen to both Live. Both Speakers will provide about 250-300 Watts Max-Long Term. If you can, Rent them Both and use them on a Gig. Listen for yourself, Real World. It won't be a waste of money. CZcams and Retail Setups are best for Research, not the place to "Pick" or "Listen" to a Speaker.
to add: i do karaoke....everything works except the sound
Worst speaker when in comes to repair, once failed, EV will not provide any support. Send it to trash when fails. Buy a YAMAHA and don't waste your money.
Where is sound test? 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎
1:22 Demo, not a Big Demo Back then I was just starting to This.