The first battery-powered loudspeaker from Electro-Voice and the first weatherized model of its type, the Electro-Voice EVERSE 8 takes advantage of decades of Electro-Voice engineering expertise, along with the latest advancements in technology, to provide a truly portable and truly wireless audio experience at a price and performance level unmatched by current comparable products on the market.Incredibly Versatile Whether used for live music, vocal reinforcement, and/or audio playback, musicians, DJs, production or rental companies, fitness or activity instructors and other professional, amateur, and recreational users can all benefit from EVERSE 8’s superior sound quality, user-friendliness, and all-in-one PA system design, a concept that opens up real pro-audio performance for a wider range of users than ever before. Expertly Made The Electro-Voice EVERSE 8 Loudspeaker is designed to deliver a step up in sound quality for the battery-powered portable PA segment, with high SPL and full-bandwidth coverage. Compact, lightweight, and weatherized design coupled with extended battery life, giving longer run time for gigs and events, indoors or outdoors. The flexible all-in-one feature set, including the QuickSmart Mobile app and Bluetooth for best-in-class control and streaming, an onboard mixer and studio-quality effects, a user-friendly and versatile choice for musicians, DJs, fitness or activity instructors, events or gatherings, and more. Real Pro-Audio Performance With a maximum SPL rating of 121 dB and wide even 100 by 100 coverage, EVERSE 8’s capabilities defy its compact form factor and set uncompromising new benchmarks for its product segment. Core components include an 8-inch woofer mounted using EV’s patented SST (Signal Synchronized Transducers) port design, and a high-output titanium tweeter mounted onto a custom constant-directivity waveguide. And, as with all Electro-Voice portable loudspeakers, EVERSE 8’s system reliability is verified with extensive music abuse and endurance testing. Battery-Powered Convenience The EVERSE 8 Loudspeaker 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. Protection circuitry reduces the risk of the battery discharging to such a low voltage that it can no longer be recharged for example, after long periods in storage. Tool-free screws make removing the battery pack effortless. Uncompromising sound quality, unplugged. IP43-Rated Weatherized Design In combination with the rugged polypropylene enclosure, the use of the included weatherized input cover allows EVERSE 8 to meet the IP43 rating (water resistant for splashes and light rain) when running on battery power and while Bluetooth streaming. Built-in feet with no-skid rubber pads ensure the system stays put. Bring EVERSE 8 outside for busking, marching band practice, the backyard BBQ, or wherever a PA is needed, whatever the forecast. Compact and Lightweight Every detail of EVERSE 8 is designed to maximize easy lifting and transportation, all while reinforcing EV’s 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. Pack it into the optional tote bag and head out to the gig. It’s the all-in-one pro-audio system you can grab to go.