Great Speakers 
by brad b. from Seattle, WA, September 2008
Music Background:  semi-pro jazz guitar

I use a single Thump for my guitar synthesizer setup, and the sound is great. I really get the full range of string pads, pianos, vibes, etc. They're lightweight, so they're easy to move around and set up - great value for the money. Planning on getting a second one so I can have a stereo setup.

  Shocked at the quality of sound. 
by DJ Bambam from New Orleans, June 2008
Music Background:  Sound engineer, club tech, mobile and club DJ

These speakers sound better than I could have imagined. It goes to show that quality engineering can make even "low end" parts sound great. The light-weight (36lbs) sold me on the Thumps before I had heard them in person. I was looking for a small pair for smaller gigs. What I got was a lite system that doesn't require a sub! The low end is clear and clean. If you are using these as intended (smaller crowd, smaller room) and stay within limits (below distortion levels) you will be impressed.

  If you are a DJ, this is your PA 
by Kevin B. from New Orleans, LA USA, June 2008
Music Background:  Electronic Musician

These PAs are doing a great job for me so far (and have quite a lot of bass).

If you're your own roadie, the lightweight build is ideal. I am very impressed.

  Good Value and Sound 
by SP from Western Pennsylvania, February 2008
Music Background:  Pro Musician

I purchased a pair of these from sweetwater as an onstage monitor system for my keyboard rig. I didn't want to spend a fortune on something only I'd hear. On the other hand, I don't like the sound of traditional keyboard amps - most aren't bi-amped and for the most part, you gotta buy two to get stereo. I also prefer the sound of 15-inch cones on piano sounds, so that was a priority as well. After owning these for a year, I can say they were/are a great investment. The speakers sound good, I've never overloaded them, and I've used them in a large variety of settings:
1.) stereo onstage monitors for my 90's rock/alternative band - plenty of power here with 400 watts. I use them with Korg Triton/Hammond Xk3c/Alesis Micron.
2.) solo piano sound system at wedding ceremonies, even in large churches (sounds great with yamaha digital stage pianos). With speakers up on poles, sounds quite natural.
3.) I use as mains when accompanying several choirs, including a local jazz choir with about 25 singers. Again, it makes a light, simple, tasteful sounding solution and the price can't be beat.

I'd now like to get the new matching subwoofer to use on solo piano/accompanying gigs, where I do need the oomph of that lowest octave. Only one teensy drawback for me is there is no TRS jack connector - XLR only, so if you're using a mini-mixer with jack outputs, purchase and carry spares for quarter-inch to xlr balanced cables.

I'd definitely purchase these again...in fact, i've recommended them to a friend who was very impressed as well. Good buy.

  Unbelievable Sound for Cheap Price 
by DJL from Fairfax, VA, November 2007
Music Background:  Professional DJ, Producer at Fifth Edition Records

After reading some promising the reviews, these "thumps" seemed almost too good to be true. But after using an the JBL Eons after a while, I needed some speakers designed for low bass frequencies as well as a low budget price. They shipped right away, and I was immediatly blown away. These 15" woofers delivered better than the JBL Eons that I currently use. These speakers have a built in 3band EQ which is extremely helpful extending to +-15db. They work well primarily for about 200-400 people no problem, but you have to watch the OverLoad light on the back to make sure your not pushing the built in amps to thier peak. Great speakers, a must buy for all DJs that are a little low on cash, I promise you wont be dissapointed.

  FANTASTIC! BUT THESE SPEAKERS! 
by J-Rock Showtime Entertainment from Atlanta, Ga, October 2007
Music Background:  Professional DJ

We are a DJ company with 7-10 systems. We have them all, Mackie, JBL, B-52 and Yamaha. I was looking for a cheap set of powerd speakers for some team trivia and karaoke stuff. Istumble on these Tapco Thumps and decided to give them a try. Holy SH*% these things blew my mind! I am not some person who is wowed by much, but these speaker sound fantastic! Full low end and nice smooth highs. I did a sound comparison with my pair of JBL EONs and it was not even close. The Thumps sounded head and shoulders better and half the cost! The EONs sounded harsh and semi distorted. If you are in the market for some powerd speakers, take my word on this, these speakers can hand with the Mackies, JBLs and more. My only concern is can these speakers hold up to the riggors of daily use. I am going to push these hard for the next 60 days and see how they respond. Overall, great sounding speaker for the money!

  Great Big Sounding Little Speakers 
by Rick in Spokane, WA from Liberty Lake, WA, September 2007
Music Background:  20+ years Weekend Warrior Musician, Live Gigs and Recording

Have to admit, I was skeptical. The reveiws were promising, and my Sweetwater rep. recommended them given my price contraints (Cadillac tastes, junker VW budget). But how big could these 200W speakers really sound? But I was desperate, so I purchased a pair and used them in my gigs over this last weekend. These light little cabinets really put out! Clear full bodied sound. (Yes, they really do thump!) Zero distortion. In one gig, playing classic rock, the crowd was about 500 people in a basketball court gym sized room. I had to set the speaker volume down to under half way and pull back the master fader on the board to about 3, and they filled the room. Everyone in the band was impressed. I couldnt be more pleased with this purchase.

  They THUMP! 
by Likia from Ft Myers, FL, September 2007
Music Background:  DJ/ KJ/ Student

I picked up a pair of them. Sound great! In live application just as good as the more expensive Mackie SRM 450's. My hat off to both Tapco and Greg Mackie, awsome, well worth the money...oh and did I mention they THUMP?...they THUMP!(the built in EQ on the back is a nice little novelty.) only down side is the plastic being not as sturdy as that of the srm450's but it's a heck of a lot lighter so, that's nice too!

  UNBELIEVABLE 
by ozpower from Branson MO, June 2007
Music Background:  Pro- live many years and still kickin butt!!

THIS IS OVERALL THE BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK FOR A PAIR OF PA SPEAKERS. Mackie techs raved about them. I partook for myself. WOW! tried to get them from Musicians friend and they didnt even know what they were.Not that they know much at all over there. Bought a pair from the local music store and now i know why places like musicians friend wont stock them even though they are a Mackie product. They are lower priced and probably not as much in the mark up and they are too stingey to admit it. But they blow everything else away. Forget the JBL crap and bypass the other expensive mackie speakers.go listen. You will buy.the sound is CHOICE ABOVE THE REST!!! LOW END-MIDS-HIGHS..The best Ive heard and Ive heard most of what's out there. Congrats to Sweetwater for having the integrity to sell them even though they kick the butt of the higher priced speakers.

  Definitely "Thumps"! 
by E. Pesante from GA, USA, April 2007
Music Background:  DJ / Keys / Producer (Electronic/Funk)

I've been on the hunt for some powered loudspeakers/monitors for dj/live pa use. I really wanted the sr450 (Mackie), but didn't have the $$$. So I was going to settle for something less. Then, I stumbled across the Tapco Thumps and being new on the market was a little skeptical. Somehow, I knew that Mackie would not just put their name on a mediocre product. I ordered. I received them super-fast. I did a show, and could not believe my ears. The 3band EQ on the back lets you shape the sound and bring out what you want. A tad bit bulkier(squarier) than the 450's, but I'm diggin' the orange accents and great industrial design. The sound? Having a 15in woofer they thump for sure! I played them for about 6 hours straight (outdoors), bass cut out just a bit on a couple of big bass hits (after about the 4th hour). It makes me feel good that the active circuitry actually protects the speakers/amps from blowing up or overheating. I just cut back a little bit on the bass and they kept sounding great for the rest of the night. What are these guys thinking? These could go for $450-500. I've had them for less than 2 weeks and feel very confident about my purchase. Only time will tell. Way to go Tapco!

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