Is the sound powerful enough to be used for an outdoor party of about 80 people? How far does the sound travel at good quality?
149803
I returned this item! I had it in a 10 x 10 basement room/mancave and IN MY OPINION the sound wasn't good enough for the 2 of us playing a video game. The subwoofer lacks any kind of "woof". Volume between channels is almost indistinguishable and even with the system at max power I was still left wanting. Hope this helps.
149804
I would say 80 is really pushing it. With a crowd that big, it'll be difficult to overcome the crowd noise. And the area needed for a party that size will probably be a bit beyond the range of what this system can deliver. The system is geared more towards home theater, so for your specific needs I'd recommend looking elsewhere.
149805
I would say that the sound would NOT be powerful enough for that many people outdoors. This is a low-end a/v system, and I cannot recommend it for much else than small living areas for quality sound.
149806
First of all it's not really 500 Watts. That's a false total system power. You'd be lucky if it's 20 Watts. Probably would work for 15 to 20 people max.
1037468
We use ours in an outside bar and it is plenty loud enough. Not sure if you are wanting to use this just to play a song / songs during the ceremony (which should be fine) or wanting to use it for the reception party (def will not be sufficient). If just wanting to play some background music or a special song during the ceremony it should be fine.
321227
Actually, from what I've gotten out of mine so far it almost sounds better in medium sized rooms. The speaker size and shape directs the sound in a fairly linear way, and doesn't spread very well at short distances, but if you're more than about 5 feet away from them, you should be fine.
1262933
If it's powered with the cable, I think so. Granted, you don't want the music to be overbearing at these events, so it should work fine. For a concert, on the other hand, definitely not. Although you would probably want to mount the speaker outdoors.
1089303
Not sure. It's loud enough that I fear my neighbors in my building will complain. But it's not a going power a huge lawn party. It's loud enough for a loud apartment party. It's a boom box on steroids.
2133741
It all depends on the size of the venue, and if is it indoors or outdoors. I live on about 1 acre and when I aim it from a high point from the center of the property people can hear it well from about 100' away (in the direction it is aimed). I use it as a PA system (people can hear well about 100' away) and for dancing music for people within about 50'. I would not rely on it as the sole source of sound for an event as important as yours. You can always buy 2 and wire the 2nd to the 1st.
2232117
As a pair they have a nice sound, but I use them in my airstream or on the patio with just the two of us. They wouldn't be loud enough for a gathering of people inside or outside. I would get a small portable stereo for that purpose.
1014872
Absolutely, has significant volume. I have used it for outdoor parties and do not have to go to full volume, Place at shoulder level about 8 inches from a wall for reflected sound.
302358
Haven't experienced the Bose Mini. Unit may not be the solution for a large party in a field, but would do the job at most aprtment/home parties
1131749
Mike- I bought one last year and it's by far the best portable I've purchased. Not sure what you're using it for, but they do put off a lot of "clear" sound... Definitely loud enough for the beach, bbqs, and everyday use... I bought mine for $90 and it's worth every penny... Even though they're only $30 now...
1518344
Depends on what you are trying to do. I used mine for a wedding of 150 people and everyone though it was great. I have a friend who uses it as the speaker for his electric bass he plays in a dance band and it works just fine. If you have a 5000 sq. ft. room with 500 people you will need a sub. It may be only 200 watts rms and 1000watts peak, but outdoors cranked up, run by a line in from the headphone jack of a tablet, you can hear it clearly a block away. Use it in your living room and it will cause hearing damage.
2063373
In my opinion this speaker is ideal for a backyard party. If you are at a beach where the sound will have to compete with ocean waves in a completely open space, this is not the best option. You may need to rent a full sized sound system. Consider powering it with a generator. That way you won't wonder if the music is loud or clear enough. After all, you do want the music to be great for your event. Happy wedding!
1109942
The sound quality is pretty good. Everyone around you should be able to hear it within your campsite. I can hear it from across my house with no problem.
2132052
No, I would advise getting something more like a set of Peavy PA speakers. If it is outdoors, it doesn't matter even if the group is small. You will experience a lot of ambient, distracting noise. And it would be load enough to get full clarity. I hope this helps.
1155019
It should sound good for a pool party I have used mine for the sameThe battery life is awesome
450404
This speaker has great sound for size... Super for patio or any enclosed room. If your event is a small one it should work.Do not think it could carry a large area.... Hope this helps
907446
Loud enough for my purposes. Since I have no idea what you're expecting, i can only tell you that it's loud enough to crank it up in my kitchen and hear it outside on the deck. Or, I can take it outside on the deck and have to turn it down so as not to piss off my neighbors. It certainly isn't loud enough to be used for an outdoor rave, but it will allow you to hear a movie while someone else has a TV blaring...although it would make more sense to use a Bluetooth headset for that purpose. I, personally, was impressed by the volume and the quality of the sound pumping out of this little gem.