Choosing a mobile PA System

The MAUI is better suitable for DJ work, but … at 999,00 each (and you need two) they are about 3 times as expensive as a Dave 15G3 systems (of which you need only one) for 660,00.

What you get is indeed array top end, D-class amp of 1.000W RMS per set (so 2.000W total for two) and integrated top stand as opposed to a double A/B-class amp of 700W RMS total, regular 8″/1″ top and no stands (available separately).

So, comparing apples and oranges. With your budget the MAUI is out of range (a long way).

There are a lot of manufacturers today that make affordable 2.1 systems that are (semi)compact and provide good price/performance reputation. So some more research might be necessary.

General rule of thumb to calculate needed power is:
* indoor = 5W RMS per person. For 200 persons that would put you at a minimum of 1.000 RMS. The Dave is too small. The Dave 18G3 would fit, but is not exactly compact and portable.
* outdoor = 10W RMS per person, i.e. 2.000W RMS total.
Double these numbers if you plan on going happy hardcore full steam …

Sound is A+. I will be trading my Mackie HD-set (2x 12″tops with 1x 18″ subs) in for them somewhere in the (hopefully) near future. I’d get the largest set, but that is just me.

If you play regularly for 150-200 people I would say they will cope, but don’t expect miracle (i.e. don’t be doing 110dB banger parties with them). Personally I aim at being ready for up to 150 people, mostly having 100-150 to cater too. I have some extra Mackie SRM450s that I can add for a 4-top system, which will give me the extra I need for 200 people. Or I rent. Depends a bit on the bass-requirements. For a wedding, my single 18″ is well up to the challenge. For a student night where they want bass-heavy stuff played loud, it’s a close call and I’ll just rent a 2x 18″ + 4x 15″ set.

Clearly the Evox is way out of your budget range as well. At 1300 euro a piece here (and you do need two) that is 2,5 times your budget easy.

Not specifically, but I like Yamaha as a brand. Have had several of their mixers too.

If I understand the pictures correctly it even has tilted pole mount built-in, which I’d say is a bonus. The mixer, while not necessary is simple enough to have with you. For a quick speech job you can just take on, plug in your phone and a mic and be ready.

Good luck with your decision.