Electro-Voice Launches EVERSE 8, Weatherized Battery-Powered Loudspeaker

The EVERSE 8 has a compact, lightweight and weatherized design along with extended battery life for various events.

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Burnsville, Minn.-based Electro-Voice announced the global introduction of the EVERSE 8, a weatherized battery-powered loudspeaker with Bluetooth audio and control. The EVERSE 8 is thus the first battery-powered loudspeaker from Electro-Voice and the first weatherized model of its type.

Per the company, the new product takes advantage of decades of its engineering expertise along with the latest advancements in technology. With this, it will provide a truly portable and wireless audio experience at a reasonable price, Electro-Voice notes.

Wide Range of Use

All can benefit from EVERSE 8’s sound quality, user-friendliness and all-in-one PA system design. This includes live music, vocal reinforcement and/or audio playback, musicians, DJs, production/rental companies, fitness/activity instructors. The list also comprises professional, amateur and recreational users.

According to Electro-Voice, the product’s concept thus opens-up real pro-audio performance for a wider range of users than ever before. EVERSE 8 comes in a black or white finish, adding an aesthetic angle to its versatility.

Compact Design, Clear Audio

With a maximum SPL rating of 121 dB and wide, even 100-degree by 100-degree coverage, EVERSE 8’s capabilities defy its compact form factor and set new benchmarks for its product segment.

Its core components also include an 8-inch woofer mounted using the patented SST (Signal Synchronized Transducers) port design, and a high-output titanium tweeter mounted onto a custom constant-directivity waveguide. EVERSE 8 is driven by a high-efficiency Class-D amplifier and DSP module. The company developed this in collaboration with the audio electronics engineering team at EV’s sibling brand Dynacord.

Additionally, pro features include a built in four-channel digital mixer with studio-quality effects and processing, 48 V phantom power, feedback suppression and audio ducking. And, as with all its portable loudspeakers, the company verified EVERSE 8’s system reliability with extensive music abuse and endurance testing.

Long Battery Usage, Flexible Features

EVERSE 8 is powered by a custom-designed high-capacity Li-ion battery pack, fully optimized for audio use and providing plentiful power for up to 12 hours of run time. Its protection circuitry also reduces the risk of the battery discharging to such a low voltage that it can no longer be recharged. According to Electro-Voice, the tool-free screws make removing the battery pack effortless.

EVERSE 8’s flexible features also ensure a truly self-contained setup, input to output. What’s more, wireless control and monitoring is easy with the EV QuickSmart Mobile app. With this, users can adjust all audio, effects and mix functions via phone or tablet. An intuitive user interface makes it simple to shape the sound to the space. In so doing, users can focus on their performance instead of the hardware.

An integrated 12 V DC port provides convenient power from the EVERSE 8 battery. This makes it suitable for powering a wireless microphone system such as the Electro-Voice RE3 or R300. Users have to simply attach the optional accessory tray to the top of an EVERSE 8 to secure receiver hardware in place.

For stereo setups, EVERSE 8 has Bluetooth true wireless stereo streaming. It also has a charging port for mobile devices if users need a top-up when streaming.

Ensuring Sustainability

Every detail of EVERSE 8 aims to maximize easy lifting and transportation. The company adds that this reinforces its reputation for real-world durability. An ergonomically designed soft-touch handle and premium lightweight construction make it a breeze to move and mount EVERSE 8. This is possible whether on a tripod for a longer throw; set long-side-down as a stage wedge using the 55-degree monitor angle; or used upright with the 30-degree kick-back angle to project up off the performance area.

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Built-in feet with no-skid rubber pads also ensure the system stays put. In combination with the rugged polypropylene enclosure, use of the included weatherized input cover allows EVERSE 8 to meet the IP43 rating when running on battery power and while Bluetooth streaming. Thus, users can bring EVERSE 8 outside for busking, marching band practice, or the backyard BBQ, or wherever a PA is needed, whatever the forecast.

An optional tote bag is also available, designed to fit everything the user might need in addition to their EVERSE 8. This includes an accessory tray and weather cover, wireless mic and receiver. The list also comprises extra battery, XLR and power cables, and mobile devices.

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