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Mackie FreePlay Live

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22 user ratings
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3 stars
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3 editorial reviews
This portable public-address system works nearly as well for simple listening as it does amplifying voices or instruments for small gatherings.Read more
Bluetooth-enabled speakers for every occasionRead more
Need a go–anywhere sound system for busking, small gigs or simply listening to music on the move? Look no further!Read more
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Pros

  • a Freeplay Live sounds darn good flying solo
  • guitars and found it sonically pleasing
  • large

Cons

  • designers have not seen fit to include a storage compartment for the external power supply
  • Limited volume for music playback
  • jack overrides the Bluetooth feed when connected
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Mackie FreePlay Live - Pros & Cons

Mackie FreePlay Live

Pros

  • a Freeplay Live sounds darn good flying solo
  • guitars and found it sonically pleasing
  • large
  • easy icons and controls
  • reverb-you can hear separation between reflections
  • quick and easy for most devices
  • The recessed handle is well balanced too
  • It handles vocals particularly well and with good clarity
  • FreePlay has built in Bluetooth to facilitate both music streaming and remote control
  • light
  • sleek and has a stylish look

Cons

  • designers have not seen fit to include a storage compartment for the external power supply
  • Limited volume for music playback
  • jack overrides the Bluetooth feed when connected
  • the display reverts to Main after a few seconds
  • have a lot going in terms of durability
  • FreePlay LIVE lacked was a strong bass
  • FreePlay GO is not far off
  • Mackie FreePlay Home and GO speakers are a little overpriced for casual listening
  • Is FreePlay LIVE a PA (Public Addressing) Device
  • Reverb was not needed inside
  • Mic/line inputs on FreePlay Live are a bit noisy

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Mackie FreePlay Live - Full Specifications

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General
Number of drivers3
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Speaker placement
  • Stand-mountable
  • Tabletop/bookshelf
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Audio features
RMS rated power150.0 W
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Connectivity
Connectivity technologyWired & Wireless
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Dimensions
Weight8.82 lb
Height7.76 in
Width14.02 in
Depth7.01 in

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Mackie FreePlay Live Mackie - Editorial Reviews (3)

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Mackie FreePlay Live Mackie Freeplay Live Bluetooth speaker review: A mini PA system
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Published: 26.10.2020
Mackie Freeplay Live Bluetooth speaker review: A mini PA system
4.5

This portable public-address system works nearly as well for simple listening as it does amplifying voices or instruments for small gatherings.

By Jon Jacobi
8 minute read
Mackie FreePlay Live Mackie FreePlay Home, FreePlay Live, Thump 15BST review
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Published: 01.04.2020
Mackie FreePlay Home, FreePlay Live, Thump 15BST review

Bluetooth-enabled speakers for every occasion

By Electronic Musician
10 minute read
Mackie FreePlay Live Mackie FreePlay
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Published: 15.12.2015
Mackie FreePlay

Need a go–anywhere sound system for busking, small gigs or simply listening to music on the move? Look no further!

By Paul White
12 minute read

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