Best Passive Full-Range PA Speakers Under $800 2026
Affordable passive full-range pa speakers under $800 - great value without compromising quality
Last updated: January 14, 2026 • Next update: January 21, 2026
#1
⭐
5.0/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Seeburg Acoustic Line A1
Upgrade Flexibility
External Amplification
Professional Install
Key Feature:
• No electronics to fail in speaker
✓ PROS
- • Lower cost than powered equivalents
- • Lighter weight than active speakers
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate power amplifiers
- • More cables and setup complexity
Seeburg Acoustic Line A1Universal Mid-High SystemDrivers: 1 x 6.5" neodymium woofer and 1.1" HT...
⭐
5.0/5
(14 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 568494
$714
#2
⭐
4.5/5
(49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
the box pro Achat 115 M
by
the box pro
External Amplification
Custom Systems
Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Amplifier upgrade flexibility
✓ PROS
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
- • Lower cost than powered equivalents
✗ CONS
- • Impedance matching considerations
- • Requires separate power amplifiers
the box pro Achat 115 MMultifunctional SpeakerEquipped with: 15" bass and 1.4" neodymium mid-range/tweeter...
⭐
4.5/5
(49 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 214529
$648
#3
⭐
4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
DAS Audio Altea-715
by
DAS Audio
Upgrade Flexibility
External Amplification
Band
Key Feature:
• Professional system standard
✓ PROS
- • Lower cost than powered equivalents
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
✗ CONS
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
- • More cables and setup complexity
DAS Audio Altea-715Passive 15" Full-Range LoudspeakerPower handling: 500 W RMS / 2000 W peak1" compression...
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4.6/5
(5 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 520356
$527
#4
⭐
4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
EV ELX200-12
by
EV
Live Sound
External Amplification
Custom Systems
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than powered equivalents
✓ PROS
- • Lighter weight than active speakers
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate power amplifiers
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
EV ELX200-12Passive 2-Way 12" SpeakerPower rating: 300 W RMS / 1200 W/peakCoverage pattern: 90° x 60°Impedance:...
⭐
4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 425268
$516
#5
⭐
5.0/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
HK Audio Premium PR:O 15
by
HK Audio
Custom Systems
Live Sound
Band
Key Feature:
• Lighter weight than active speakers
✓ PROS
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
- • Lower cost than powered equivalents
✗ CONS
- • More cables and setup complexity
- • Impedance matching considerations
HK Audio Premium PR: O 15Full Range SpeakerEquipped with: 15" Speaker + 1" tweeterDispersion pattern: 60° x...
⭐
5.0/5
(27 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 180341
$604
#6
⭐
4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
HK Audio L5 112 F Linear 5
by
HK Audio
Band
External Amplification
Custom Systems
Key Feature:
• Lighter weight than active speakers
✓ PROS
- • Professional system standard
- • Lighter weight than active speakers
✗ CONS
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
- • Total system cost may be higher
HK Audio L5 112 F Linear 5Passive Full-Range SpeakerEquipped with: 1 x 12" + 1" driver with 1.75" voice...
⭐
4.8/5
(43 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 278732
$768
#7
⭐
4.6/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
EV ELX200-15-W
by
EV
External Amplification
Live Sound
Custom Systems
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than powered equivalents
✓ PROS
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
✗ CONS
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
- • Requires separate power amplifiers
EV ELX200-15-W15" 2-Way Passive SpeakerPower rating: 300 W RMS / 1200 W/peakDispersion angle: 90° x...
⭐
4.6/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 478439
$648
#8
⭐
4.7/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
EV ELX200-15 Cover Bundle
by
EV
Band
Live Sound
Upgrade Flexibility
Key Feature:
• Lighter weight than active speakers
✓ PROS
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
✗ CONS
- • Impedance matching considerations
- • More cables and setup complexity
EV ELX200-15 Cover Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, EV ELX200-15*Passive 2-Way 15" Speaker*Power rating: 300 W RMS...
⭐
4.7/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 611488
$703
#9
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
HK Audio Premium PR:O 12
by
HK Audio
External Amplification
Custom Systems
Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than powered equivalents
✓ PROS
- • Professional system standard
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
✗ CONS
- • More cables and setup complexity
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
HK Audio Premium PR: O 12Full-Range LoudspeakerSpeaker components: 12" Low/Mid speaker + 1" HF...
⭐
4.5/5
(36 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 180338
$538
#10
⭐
4.7/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
EV ZX1i-90
by
EV
Custom Systems
Upgrade Flexibility
Live Sound
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than powered equivalents
✓ PROS
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
✗ CONS
- • Requires separate power amplifiers
- • Impedance matching considerations
EV ZX1i-90Passive LoudspeakerEquipped with: 8"/ 1" DriverPower: 200/ 800W @ 8 ΩDispersion angle: 90° x 50°...
⭐
4.7/5
(37 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 110372
$747
#11
⭐
4.6/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
DAS Audio Action-515
by
DAS Audio
Professional Install
Band
Upgrade Flexibility
Key Feature:
• No electronics to fail in speaker
✓ PROS
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
✗ CONS
- • More cables and setup complexity
- • Total system cost may be higher
DAS Audio Action-515Passive 12" Full-Range LoudspeakerPower handling: 350 W RMS / 1400 W peak1" compression...
⭐
4.6/5
(3 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 520418
$604
#12
⭐
4.4/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
EV EKX-12
by
EV
Upgrade Flexibility
Custom Systems
Professional Install
Key Feature:
• Lighter weight than active speakers
✓ PROS
- • Lower cost than powered equivalents
- • Professional system standard
✗ CONS
- • Total system cost may be higher
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
EV EKX-12Passive 12" LoudspeakerPower rating: 350 W/ 1400 W (peak)Max. SPL: 131 dB SPLFrequency range: 55 - 20000...
⭐
4.4/5
(11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 363021
$681
#13
⭐
4.9/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
LD Systems Stinger 15 G3
by
LD Systems
Band
Custom Systems
Upgrade Flexibility
Key Feature:
• Professional system standard
✓ PROS
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
- • Lighter weight than active speakers
✗ CONS
- • Impedance matching considerations
- • Total system cost may be higher
LD Systems Stinger 15 G3Passive LoudspeakerPassive 15" + 1" monitor/full range loudspeakerPower rating: 500 W...
⭐
4.9/5
(48 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 409110
$549
#14
⭐
4.5/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
the box pro Achat 112
by
the box pro
Live Sound
Custom Systems
Upgrade Flexibility
Key Feature:
• Professional system standard
✓ PROS
- • Amplifier upgrade flexibility
- • No electronics to fail in speaker
✗ CONS
- • Requires knowledge of amp/speaker matching
- • Total system cost may be higher
the box pro Achat 112Powerful Coaxial Horn-Loaded SpeakerComponents: 12 "bassand 1.4" tweeterResilience: 350W...
⭐
4.5/5
(18 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 191930
$768
#15
⭐
5.0/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
JBL PRX 415M
by
JBL
Professional Install
Band
External Amplification
Key Feature:
• Lower cost than powered equivalents
✓ PROS
- • Lower cost than powered equivalents
- • Lighter weight than active speakers
✗ CONS
- • Impedance matching considerations
- • Requires separate power amplifiers
JBL PRX 415MPassive Multifunctional Speaker15"/ 1"2 x Speaker twist600/ 1200 Watt program/ peak8 Ohm55 Hz -...
⭐
5.0/5
(15 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 286577
$667
How to Choose the Best Passive Full-Range PA Speakers
Budget Planning
- • Under $200: Entry-level
- • $200-$500: Intermediate
- • $500-$1000: Advanced
- • $1000+: Professional
Quality Check
- • Sound clarity & tone
- • Build materials & finish
- • Hardware durability
- • Overall craftsmanship
Key Features
- • Your musical style
- • Skill level match
- • Intended use case
- • Brand reputation
Frequently Asked Questions
Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced passive full-range pa speakers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.
