Live Sound Speakers
QSC K12.2 Two-Way 12" 2000W Powered Portable PA Speaker with Integrated Speaker Processor
- Advanced DSP with 5 User Scenes
- 2-Band Parametric EQ + Hi & Lo Shelf
- 11 Factory Presets + 4 Sub Presets
- 75° Axisymetric Coverage Pattern
QSC K8.2 Two-Way 8" 2000W Powered Portable PA Speaker with DSP Processor
- For Small Spaces / Up to 250 People
- Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable, 27 lbs
- Presets for EQ and Subs, 3-Input Mixer
- 105° Coverage, 59 Hz - 20 kHz
Other Buying Options
QSC CP12 Compact Powered Loudspeaker with Bag Kit
Alto Professional TS410 2000W 10" 2-Way Active Loudspeaker with Bluetooth
- 2000W Max Class-D Amplifiers
- 10" Woofer, 1.4" Compression Driver
- Three DSP Speaker Modes
- Bluetooth Audio Streaming & Speaker Link
Alto Professional TX308 350W 2-Way Powered Loudspeaker
- For Mains or Monitor Wedge
- For Small Spaces / Up to 200 People
- Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable, 12.3 lbs
- 90x60° Coverage, 75 Hz to 20 kHz
QSC CP8 Two-Way 8" 1000W Compact Powered Loudspeaker with DSP
- For Small Spaces up to 250 People
- Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable at 21 lb
- Contour Presets + 3-Input Mixer
- 90° Coverage, 56 Hz to 20 kHz
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JBL EON715 Two-Way 15" 1300W Powered Portable PA Speaker with Bluetooth and DSP
- Advanced DSP with Use-Case Presets
- 8-Band Parametric EQ
- Automatic Feedback Suppression + Ducking
- 90 x 60° Coverage Pattern
Other Buying Options
QSC K10.2 Two-Way 10" 2000W Powered Portable PA Speaker with Integrated Speaker Processor
- Advanced DSP with 5 User Scenes
- 2-Band Parametric EQ + Hi & Lo Shelf
- 11 Factory Presets + 4 Sub Presets
- 90° Axisymetric Coverage Pattern
Other Buying Options
QSC K12.2 K.2 Series 12" 2000W Powered Speaker Kit with Speaker Bag
- K12.2 K.2 Series 12" Powered Speaker
- K12 TOTE Soft Tote Speaker Bag
- 2000W Class-D Amplifier Module
- Powerful, Lightweight, and Versatile
QSC K12.2 K.2 Series 12" 2000W Powered Speaker Pair with Essential Accessories Kit
- 2x K12.2 K.2 Series 12" Powered Speakers
- 2x K12 TOTE Soft Tote Bags for Speakers
- 2x Tripod Speaker Stands
- Speaker Stand Bag
QSC KS112 2000W 12" Compact Powered Subwoofer
- For Small Spaces / Up to 250 People
- Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable, 62 lbs
- User Scenes for Quick Recall
- 41 to 108 Hz Frequency Response
QSC CP8 Compact Loudspeaker with Stand and Cable Kit
- CP8 Compact Powered Loudspeaker
- Steel Speaker Stand
- Premium XLR M to XLF F Microphone Cable
QSC CP8 Compact Powered Loudspeaker with Bag Kit
QSC K10.2 K.2 Series 10" 2000W Powered Speaker Kit with Speaker Bag
- K10.2 K.2 Series 10" Powered Speaker
- K10 TOTE Soft Tote Speaker Bag
- 2000W Class-D Amplifier Module
- Powerful, Lightweight, and Versatile
QSC KS118 18" 3600W Active Subwoofer
- For Live Stage, Theater, DJ Setups
- 18" Long-Excursion Woofer
- Deep Mode for Low-Frequency Extension
- 3600W Class-D Amplifier
Galaxy Audio PA6BT Powered Hot Spot Personal Monitor with Bluetooth
- Built-In Bluetooth
- Two Channels with Volume Control
- 6.5" Neolite Neodymium Woofer
- 170W of Power
Electro-Voice ZLX-12BT 12" 2-Way 1000W Powered Loudspeaker Kit with Two Speakers, Stands, Covers, and Cables
- Two EV ZLX-12BT 12" Powered Speakers
- For Live Stage, Theater, DJ Setups
- Built-In Bluetooth Receiver
- 12" Woofer
QSC KS112 12" Powered Subwoofer Kit with Padded Cover
- For Bands, Bars, and Mobile Entertainers
- Compact, High-Output Design
- Woofer: 12"
- Frequency Response: 41 to 108 Hz
Alto Professional TX310 350W 2-Way Powered Loudspeaker
- For Mains or Monitor Wedge
- For Small Spaces / Up to 200 People
- Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable, 13.4 lbs
- 90x60° Coverage, 75 Hz to 20 kHz
Yamaha CBR10 Portable 2-Way 10" 700W Passive Loudspeaker
- 10" Woofer, 2" Voice Coil (Ferrite)
- 1" Coil Compression Driver (Ferrite)
- 175W RMS, 350W Program, 700W Peak
- Use as Floor Monitor
Mackie Thump212 1400W 12" Powered PA Loudspeaker Kit with Tote Bag
- Portable PA for Live Sound Applications
- 2-Channel Mixer with Gain Controls
- Works with Mic and Line
- Combo XLR-1/4" Inputs + 3.5mm Aux Input
Mackie Thump215XT 1400W 15" Powered PA Loudspeaker System with DSP and Bluetooth
- Portable PA for Live Sound Applications
- 2-Channel Mixer with Gain Controls
- Combo XLR-1/4" Inputs + 3.5mm Aux Input
- Four Application Specific Voicing Modes
Other Buying Options
Electro-Voice ZX1i-100 8" 2-Way 200W Weather-Resistant Passive Loudspeaker with 100 x 100° Horn (Black)
- For Indoor/Outdoor Sound Reinforcement
- 8" Woofer, 1.25" Titanium HF Driver
- 200W Continuous Power Handling
- 60 Hz to 20 kHz Frequency Response
- This item is noncancelable and nonreturnable.
Electro-Voice ZLX-15BT 15" 2-Way 1000W Powered Loudspeaker Kit with Two Speakers, Stands, Covers, and Cables
- Two EV ZLX-15BT 15" Powered Speakers
- For Live Stage, Theater, DJ Setups
- Built-In Bluetooth Receiver
- 15" Woofer
HeadRush FRFR-108 2000W Speaker for Guitar Multi-FX and Amplifier Modeling
- 8" Woofer and High-Frequency Driver
- 2000W of Peak Power
- 2 x Combo XLR-1/4" TRS Input Jacks
- Separate Volume Control, Clip Indicator
Alto Professional TX212S 900W 12" Powered Subwoofer
- Clean, Clear, Loud & Portable
- 900W Peak Power Output
- High-Efficient Class-D Amplification
- 46 to 115 Hz Frequency Range
Samson RSXM10A - 800W 2-Way Active Stage Monitor (10")
- 10" Low-Frequency Woofer
- 1" Horn-Loaded Tweeter
- 800W of Class-D Amplification
- All-Wood Cabinet Construction
Alto Professional TS415 2500W 15" 2-Way Active Loudspeaker with Bluetooth
- 2500W Max Class-D Amplifiers
- 15" Woofer, 1.4" Compression Driver
- 3 DSP Speaker Modes + Custom EQ via App
- Bluetooth Audio Streaming & Speaker Link
Alto Professional TS15S 15" 2500W Powered Subwoofer
- For Live Stage, Theater, and Club Setups
- 15" High-Excursion Woofer
- 36 to 110 Hz Frequency Range (-10 dB)
- Class-D Power Amplifier
Other Buying Options
Electro-Voice ZLX-15BT 15" 2-Way 1000W Powered Loudspeaker Kit with Stand, Cover, and Cable
- One EV ZLX-15BT 15" Powered Speaker
- For Live Stage, Theater, DJ Setups
- Built-In Bluetooth Receiver
- 15" Woofer
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All About Powered Speakers & Line Array Speakers
Powered speakers are used in a wide range of live sound reinforcement applications, including musical performances, lectures, presentations and more. They're also known as self-powered speakers or active speakers because they have power amplifiers built in. JBL powered speakers were one of the first to market in the form of monitor speakers, and many professional speaker manufacturers have followed.
Powered vs. Unpowered
The main difference between a powered speaker and an unpowered one is the location of the power amplifier used to deliver power to the drivers. With a powered speaker, the amplifier is internal to the speaker; with unpowered, the amplifier is a separate piece of equipment.
Powered Speakers
You can consider a powered speaker as an all-in-one solution, comparable to a guitar amplifier. Everything needed to use the speaker is built into the device's cabinet. This includes a power amplifier to power the speaker, a crossover to tell each driver which frequency range to reproduce, and a signal processor including equalization. Most powered PA speakers also consist of a mixer module with microphone preamps so you can plug a microphone or instrument directly into it. You'll also need live sound speaker stands and mounts to get the speaker to the correct height for optimal sound.
Unpowered Speakers
An unpowered speaker requires an external power amplifier to function. You'll also need other audio system components, including a mixer, to get a signal to the speaker. In this scenario, you'll need to match the power amplifier to the speaker, being cognizant of impedance and power ratings. These live-sound speakers are a great choice for permanent installations where you can customize all the components, giving you greater versatility for expanding the system when needed.
Advantages of Using Powered Speakers
Powered speakers are a simple solution for live sound. The setup is quick and easy, and perfect if you need one speaker for a basic public address or multiple speakers for a musical performance. It's important to know that all the internal components are compatible and expertly tuned by the manufacturer, giving you the best possible sound. Some are even battery-operated models, so you don't even need to plug them into an electrical outlet. With integrated digital signal processing, you can control most with your smartphone, letting you fine-tune your setup. Powered speaker enclosures are designed with an angled back, so you can use them as mains for the audience or as monitors on the floor facing back toward the band. Consider speaker cases and covers as a smart investment for protecting your gear when you're on your way to the next gig.
Whether you're looking for live sound speaker accessories, a complete speaker system, line array speakers, or PA speakers and accessories, B&H Photo and Video has you covered with a wide selection of professional audio equipment.