Chas-been using Carvin speakers for years. Mostly outside. They're durable as hell, sound great, are light, inexpensive, etc.
Have 2 sets of 10's, 3 sets of 12's, a set of 15's and a monster set-up with subs, three ways, etc.
Mostly, I use two 12's and the new little Roland CM-30 for a powered monitor. Use either a Carvin 200 watt head or a 300 watt Yamaha stereo head for one nighters.
Works for me. Been buying Carvin gear since mid 60's. Hey, if it was good enough for Zappa, it's good enough for me! Check it out on-line. Wish I could get away, I'd let you try mine.
Russ
[This message has been edited by captain Russ (edited 10-23-2007).]