Scott...

The SRM350 has only a very slight decrease in volume output compared with the SxA100. So slight it really shouldn't be refered to as a 'downside'. On the other hand, the increased fidelity is also by a small amount, that is, subjectively speaking IMO.

Therefor, the 350 will work well where ever the SxA100's works, for most small and medium sized venues.

As I said, the SRM350 is an excellent speaker... but then, so is the SxA100. With all it's pre-release hype, I might have been expecting more. I'd give the new Mackie only a slight edge over the Sxa100. It's smaller size and weight (32 lbs vs 43 lbs) may appeal to some.

Equally important (at least to me) is the ergonomic shape & weight distribution of the speaker. One of the things that appeals to me about the SxA100, compared to the Mackie SRM450, is its ergonomic shape & better distribution of weight (balance) while transporting, as well as the better placed built in carry handle. The SRM450 is not only heavy, but because of its slick slippery surface, difficut to manuever. How is the SRM350 in these regards?

Glenn, I'm surprised to hear you say that the SxA100 only puts out 'slightly more' volume than the SRM350, considering the fact that the Sxa100 is: 430 total watts (350 LF+80 HF) vs 195 total watts (165 LF + 30HF) total watts on the SRM350.

As before, I'm anxiously awaiting your review and upcoming comparison report of the EV 360's to the afore mentioned.

Scott

Transporting the SRM350 would be a breeze. It has the same sort of built-in side handle as the EV and balances well.

As far as specs, there are different methods of specifying watts. If both speakers were measured the same way... extended/continuous, it's more like 200 vs 190 watts. Specs can be so misleading, that's why subjectively listening wih YOUR ears using YOUR equipment is so impt.

I've just recently added the EV SxA360 to my active speaker comparison line-up. In short, it excels over the other 3 speakers (see above) in most every regard.

The SxA360 is housed in the same case as the SxA100, but weighs 36 lbs compared to the 100s 43 lbs. EV makes a few other speakers using the same cabinet.

One of the first things noticed with the 360 is much more volume/power. In order to compare all speakers for musical sound quality/fidelity alone, I had to set the 360 at half volume while the others at full.

The 360 provides an excellent, very smooth presence over the entire musical spectrum. A friend helping me audition these speakers kept emphasizing the 'fullness' of sound with the 360. The sound is very natural over the entire range... nothing harsh or boomy, no distortion at full volume.

It must be emphasized that the SxA360 is selling for over $1100 by most vendors, which is at least double that of the others I've compared it against... and that my testing is strictly subjective, which is a very personal matter.

For now, I am resisting the purchase ot this speaker, only pending it's head-to-head comparison against the Barbetta Sona 32C, which hopefully will happen within a few weeks. I will purchase one or the other.

Glenn

Glenn, I've auditioned both of these speakers (though not side by side) and already know which one's the clear choice for me. The ONLY reason I haven't upgraded yet is because of current budget constraints.

- Scott



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so would I.price ,quality,weight-power ratio,resale value,smoother highs-for the price- wise 10" g2 has no competetion except for YKville with costs more.

Glenn,

Have you tried the Barbettas yet? Just curious.

Gary

Gary... nope, but I plan to do so within the next few week.

Scott & Others... I can't emphasize how impt it is (at least for me) to compare speakers side by side, same time, same place, same equipment. Even tho it's inconvenient, it's the only way I can truly hear all the detailed distinctions.

Glenn,

I couldn't agree more. That's one of the reasons that I traveled thousands of miles over the past four years to hear other performers using various sound systems with the same keyboards I was using at the time. There were also times when I hauled my keyboard and mic to music stores, hooked up and spent a half-hour or more going through the styles with different sound system set-ups. Technological advances in sound systems have changed the way a lot of us do things, and I sincerely believe that in the very near future, the systems will be less expensive, smaller and provide sounds that are far more crisp, distinct and solid than any time in the past.

Good luck on whatever you decide upon,

Gary

That's the one ! 200 watts and very EZ to transport. Built in crossover, high pass outputs and both 1/4" AND XLR jacks.