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Te koop aangeboden: een krachtige electro-voice elx215 passieve luidspreker. Deze luidspreker is ideaal voor live optredens, dj-sets of als onderdeel van een grotere geluidsinstallatie. De elx215 staa
Because the name is vague, I can’t confidently pin down the exact Live X model or generation, so the €780 ask is hard to benchmark tightly without the driver size and whether this is a single cabinet or a pair. If it’s one well-kept cabinet in the common Live X range, €780 is generally in fair-to-okay territory rather than an obvious bargain; if it’s a pair or a higher-output variant, it starts to look considerably better value.
What makes these worth considering is the Electro-Voice house sound: strong output, easy voicing for live use, and a reputation for being dependable gig speakers rather than fragile “hi-fi” boxes. The real upside is in a clean, complete listing with stands, covers, or original paperwork, because that lowers your risk and makes the asking price easier to justify. Since condition is unknown, I’d want to hear them at volume and check for rubbing drivers, horn distortion, and any cabinet abuse before calling it a buy.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
# Electro-Voice
Electro-Voice was founded in 1927 by Al Kahn and Lou Burroughs in South Bend, Indiana, initially as Radio Engineers before incorporating under its now-iconic name in 1930. The company's name originated from Notre Dame football coach Knute Rockne, who dubbed an early public address system his "electric voice"—a system designed to help him communicate across multiple practice fields. This humble basement startup evolved into a cornerstone of American audio engineering, relocating to Buchanan, Michigan in 1946 to expand its manufacturing and research capabilities.
The brand built its reputation primarily on professional audio equipment, particularly microphones, loudspeakers, and horn drivers. Electro-Voice pioneered numerous innovations including the hum-bucking coil for microphones, the Compound Diffraction Horn, stereo magnetic phono cartridges, and constant-directivity horn technology. From the 1940s through the 1970s, EV stood alongside industry titans like Altec Lansing, JBL, and Klipsch, with systems widely deployed in cinemas, concert halls, and broadcast facilities.
Today, Electro-Voice occupies a unique position straddling professional audio and high-end consumer markets. The brand is respected among both vintage audio collectors and contemporary sound engineers for its engineering rigor, high-efficiency designs, and naturally dynamic sound character. While primarily known for pro audio applications, EV's historical consumer loudspeaker lines and continued innovation maintain its relevance among discerning audiophiles seeking honest, efficient reproduction over marketing-driven aesthetics.
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