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Alto Professional TS308 | 2000 Watt 8 Inch 2 Way Powered PA Speaker with Integrated 2-Channel Mixer and Pole or Wedge Positioning Options
Brand | Alto Professional |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 17.1 x 9.6 x 10.1 inches |
Connectivity Technology | External Line Return |
Color | Black |
Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer, Smartphone |
About this item
- Superior PA Sound – 2000W (1300 LF plus 700 HF) active PA speaker with precision crossover and high-efficiency class D amplifiers
- Driving Bass, Pristine Highs - 8-inch (305 mm) LF driver, 2.5-inch (76 mm) high-temperature voice coil; 1.4-inch (35 mm) neodymium magnet HF driver with precision wave guide
- Setup Simplified - Lightweight, PA cabinet design for easy transport, set up and installation; pole-mountable, wedge monitor, bracket installation or flown application with M6 suspension points
- Ready for Any Situation - Integrated 2-channel mixer with dual XLR 1/4-inch combo mic/line inputs, independent level controls, XLR Link output, Contour EQ switch and Ground-Lift switch
- Precision Engineered - Designed and tuned in the USA
- This speaker features an inbuilt limiter to prevent blowing any of the internal drivers. Our TS3 series speakers feature a switchable Pre-Amp that is a part of the Volume/Gain potentiometer on the rear of the unit. Once the pot is past the 1 o’clock mark, the pre-amp input will switch to a Mic Level Pre from a Line Level Pre. It’s important to consider that these gain staged pots are parallel to the level of the output. Should users find the signal is distorting, the ‘Signal Limit’ LED will illuminate Red indicating the source incoming is too high, this signal will need to be attenuated to ensure the pre-amp is not ‘clipping’.
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From the manufacturer
The Evolution of an Icon - Meet The TS308
Designed & tuned in the USA, Alto Professional’s TS308 fuses a 2000W amplifier, an 8-inch low-frequency driver and a 1.4-inch high-frequency driver with precision waveguide.
Play louder, handle more power and produce a level of clarity at higher SPLs that defies belief – Discover the TS308
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Setup Simplified
With an updated control panel, an integrated 2-channel mixer, contour control and a ground-lift switch TS308 makes your setup faster, more precise and roots your attention on dialling in optimal sound
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Versatile Reimagined Aesthetics
New-look cosmetics and immense adaptability, TS308 leaves no stone unturned – with a robust trapezoidal enclosure with pole and wall-mounting facilities, TS308 assimilates into any situation.
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The Next-Generation Loudspeaker Standard
2000 watts of bi-amplified power, newly-designed drivers and easier controls and setup—the TS308 makes you re-think what’s possible within the world of loudspeaker performance.
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Product Description
The Evolution of an Icon - Meet The TS308 PA Speaker
Designed and tuned in the USA, Alto Professional’s TS308 boasts an all-new 2000-watt peak (1000-watt continuous) amplifier, a significant advance over the 1100-watt peak (550-watt continuous) amplifiers in its TS2 Series predecessor. With a reimagined 8-inch low-frequency driver fused with a new 1.4-inch horn-loaded high-frequency driver with a precision waveguide, TS308 has been painstakingly designed to play louder, handle more power and produce a level of clarity at higher SPLs that defies belief. With an extended-range frequency response and exceptional heat dissipation for impressive power-handling, plus thermal and transducer overdrive protection, TS308 guarantees to withstand the rigours of the road and secures your peace-of-mind, even at all-night-long concert levels.
Setup Simplified
With an updated control panel, an integrated 2-channel mixer, comprehensive contour control, a ground-lift switch and clearer control indications, TS308 makes your setup faster, more precise and roots your attention on dialling in optimal sound reinforcement. TS308 also packs all the ins and outs you’d expect – with dual XLR / 1/4-inch TRS combo inputs and an XLR link output, TS308’s arsenal of connectivity options guarantees to accommodate any setup scenario with ease.
The Next-Generation PA Loudspeaker Standard
2000 watts of bi-amplified power, newly-designed drivers and easier, more satisfying controls and setup—the new TS3 range doesn’t merely meet your requirements, It makes you re-think what’s possible within the world of high-power PA loudspeaker performance. Defy your expectations and invest in PA loudspeaker performance you can trust – discover the TS3 Series from Alto Professional.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 17.1 x 9.6 x 10.1 inches |
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Item Weight | 20.3 pounds |
Manufacturer | inMusic Brands Inc. |
ASIN | B07CJG88D7 |
Item model number | TS308 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #59,109 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #499 in PA Systems |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 17, 2018 |
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Customers like the sound quality, quality and value of the PA system. For example, they mention it's very light, has a ton of power and is very good for vocals. They appreciate the portability and say it looks and sounds way more expensive. That said, they say it'll make a great purchase and investment for any music fan.
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Customers like the sound quality of the PA system. They mention that it has a good sound, amazing speakers, and has TONS of power. They say it's very good for vocals, and a great mobile speaker set up. Customers also mention that the speakers have tight lows and clear, true to form sound.
"...out of the box with no signal processing, they sounded great straight out of the mixer, but were only good enough for small gigs...." Read more
"...I also use it to play along to music from my tablet, again plenty loud enough for that, as you can see in my pics in my practice space !..." Read more
"...I use 1 as a dj monitor for my mixing, and they have a nice true sound not too punchy or too high...." Read more
"...That is a shame because these, when they don't have problems, are superb speakers, especially the TS308 pair that I own...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the speakers. For example, they say it's an amazing, outright impressive, and great little monitor. Customers also mention that it'll be a perfect addition to their home studio.
"...of the 1000 watts RMS that they're rated, but for a mobile DJ, they are AMAZING...." Read more
"...gigs with my band , bars , nightclubs etc and for that purpose it's simply amazing, I also use it to play along to music from my tablet, again..." Read more
"...They look great sound great paired up with a small sub. These are great for a smaller space, cocktail hour...." Read more
"...Hook up is very simple, the grill is very solid the cabinet is robust and the price is outstanding...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the PA system. They say it looks and sounds way more expensive, is a good purchase and investment, and has good sound for the money.
"...simple, the grill is very solid the cabinet is robust and the price is outstanding...." Read more
"...Absolutely a Better option over a Keyboard amp. This is half the price for the same thing...." Read more
"...Sounds great and does what I need it to do. It’s worth the price paid." Read more
"...These speakers are SO great for the price...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the PA system. They mention it's clear, powerful, and has a ton of power. They say it'd be a great little workhorse monitor and works great to add some fill for larger events. Customers also say it has s good little amp and mixer. They like the amount of power and crowd coverage that you get with a pair of these speakers.
"...On paper, these put out A LOT of power for a little 8 inch speaker...." Read more
"...monitor as a drummer that you will easily hear this is it , PLENTY of power to spare ! save your time and alot of money and just grab this ts308 !..." Read more
"...They are light and small so they work great to add some fill for larger events, if that ever happens again, sorry writing this in Covid-19..." Read more
"...Works fantastic, the Alto is very clear and accurate, no distortion at any volume I’ve run it at and it has a ton of power, no issues hearing..." Read more
Customers find the portability of the speaker system to be very light, small, and easy to take along. They also say it's great for a light weight DJ rig and packs a punch in a small package.
"...Easily ! And it's very light, small, easy to take along...I Love this speaker..I run a signal from the main board over to my little behringer mixer..." Read more
"...They are light and small so they work great to add some fill for larger events, if that ever happens again, sorry writing this in Covid-19..." Read more
"...and I loved the weight and size of them...." Read more
"Packs a punch in a small package. I plugged in my Roland TD-30 to this...." Read more
Customers like the speaker size of the PA system. They say it's small but packs a big punch, great for a smaller space, and a perfect stage monitor for s large band. Customers also mention that the speaker has great lows for an 8" speaker.
"...Easily ! And it's very light, small, easy to take along...I Love this speaker..I run a signal from the main board over to my little behringer mixer..." Read more
"...They are light and small so they work great to add some fill for larger events, if that ever happens again, sorry writing this in Covid-19..." Read more
"...I figured they’re small enough and powerful enough that they’d be perfect for that... and they absolutely are...." Read more
"...Small, but mighty, clear sound and super easy to operate." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the design of the speaker. They mention it's a poor design decision for a speaker at this price, and they are not fond of the finishing. They also say that the quality of the speakers has apparently dropped.
"...It's a shame that the quality on these have apparently dropped. I am sure I am not the only one who has been scared off by the recent reviews...." Read more
"...That’s what makes me conclude it was a poor design decision for a speaker at this price point." Read more
"...I am also not fond of the finishing. As some reviews mentioned, it scuffs very easily, even with my nail, and I'm a guy...." Read more
"...Anyhow, I returned it for an equal exchange and within a week the NEW 308 was junk. It's like it lost all mid-range. It sounded like an AM radio...." Read more
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I went to guitar center and wanted to purchase another one to use as my main rig, and they kept trying to up-sell me to a $400 EV, or $700 QSC 8 inch, if I were to stay in that size range. I said no, I was setting it up with an external crossover and pairing them with 18 inch JBL subs, and told them, "hey, I don't need them to have much low end, because I will be supplying all of the bass from the subs, and these only need to project the highs." They continued to talk trash about the Alto, stating that they don't project as far, and they don't have much clarity.
I had done dozens of weddings, proms, homecomings with this setup and if you know how to use a crossover properly, its pumps out great sound. Even just straight out of the box with no signal processing, they sounded great straight out of the mixer, but were only good enough for small gigs. I was pushing the limits with the TX8's, since I recently downsized to 12 inch powered subs, and began pairing the speakers with a smaller, but more powerful (on paper) sub. But they still sounded great.
I hadn't looked into new speakers since I was pretty happy with my current setup. I started looking online, and automatically looked towards the Alto line. A lot of "professionals" will tell you to get QSC or the most expensive speaker, because price equals quality. But, I researched the TS series and was intrigued, not only because of the price point, but because of the projected power output.
On paper, these put out A LOT of power for a little 8 inch speaker. Although, it is twice the weight of the TX8, the general knowledge is, the heavier the driver and magnet on a speaker, the more power it can handle. So I purchased a pair, and I have not been disappointed.
I have only been able to DJ two gigs with them so far, a Christmas party and a Wedding reception both for 200 guests, and they had plenty of range. Again, I have them paired with 12 inch powered subs, and I contemplated running them with an external crossover to take some of the "lows" load off of the tops. I didn't have time to test them out at home so I just went to the venue really early and tested the performance of the speaker combo before the actual gig.
Lets just say I left the crossover in the car, and I haven't looked back. I have the speaker gains set at 12 o'clock and the master from my mixer at barely 1/3 power, and the speaker sounds phenomenal. I turned off the subs and ran the TS308's alone and they could pump out some great sound. I haven't even been able to really push the limits of them either since it's been well more than enough for both venues, but I could seriously consider running them at a wedding as standalone speakers.
I have not seen these clip yet, so I do not know for sure if they are actually capable of the 1000 watts RMS that they're rated, but for a mobile DJ, they are AMAZING. AND, they have a pole clamp in the back so you can make the speaker stay in place. No more speaker turning from being bumped or the bass shaking the speaker to face the wrong direction.
I literally have nothing bad to say about these.
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2019