SamsonExpedition XP106wDE Rechargeable Portable PA with Headset Wireless System and Bluetooth

I’m an actor. I needed hands-free amplification for audiences of 30-300. I often have to perform at schools, which usually means performing in a school gym — which is horrible for acoustics. I previously had a big sound system with two speakers. It weighted over 75 pounds and was a huge hassle to transport and set up (lots of cables). I bought a single speaker unit to replace it, and it was complete junk — lots of hissing on the speaker, feedback, mics that barely worked, and a flimsey feel. I returned that for this one — the difference is phenomenal. I love with this unit. It never hisses. There is never feedback (use it correctly; do not place the speaker behind you!). The ear mic works perfectly, and it has a quality battery belt pack. It is easy to transport, super easy set up, and the battery life is more than acequate. I can be heard easily, even when performing in a gymnasium full of kids. I purchased a speaker stand separately, and it was well worth the extra $20 or so. I only wish Samson made a travel case for it. I’m very satisfied.

The Bluetooth connection is fantastic. The sound is clear, and fairly good. Lacking in bass for music, however. So I'm a juggler looking for this unit to perform when I do outside shows and there is no power. The speaker performs great. The wireless headset however cuts out a lot. Not sure what was interfering, but was aggravating as it would cut out on punchlines to jokes and one liners. So the extra hundred bucks for this version is NOT worth it. I will keep it as it will come in handy for smaller indoor performances. A pair of these speakers will fill a room.Wish the bass was stronger. But it's a minor thing.

My wife is a high school teacher and often came home with some throat from shouting instruction in a big classroom. This speaker and microphone has changed the game! It is easy to setup, loud without feedback noise, and comfortable (headphone).We left it charging all the time, so we didnt get to test the batteries.It didn't feedback loop noise, even at a high volume. You'd have to set full volume and speak right in front of the speaker to get any feedback.One one thing you have to watch out is the microphone's wireless connector on the speaker. While connected, if the speaker falls, the connector may break. It happened to me, I forgot about the connector and put the speaker in the car with the connector side down. It bent the connector, but fortunately it still works. A bit more pressure would have snapped it.

When it comes to rechargeable portable audio, this gives you so much bang for your buck. Indoors, outdoors, either way it sounds great. The headset microphone performs better than expected and also boasts a mini XLR socket to accommodate for a replacement boom if necessary and the transmitter has a gain control in the battery compartment. I suggest getting two for greater overall coverage. Also, as a side note, the output of the system supports/drives the second speaker in sync with the first. Add a cable from the output of the second speaker into the input of a powered sub woofer (the bottom end is a bit light at higher volume levels) and you are set to party. If you want further control, pre amp everything through a small mixer with EQ control and you will enhance the ability of these speakers 10 fold.

I bought this to present to large groups of students, and it works great-- easy to set up, and the rechargeable battery is a nice plus for when outlets aren't handy. I'm not a fan of headset mics, but this one was comfortable and unobtrusive (I didn't even notice it it my peripheral vision). My only "con's" are that there isn't a tone control (however, the sound is strong, clear and well-balanced) and I worry about the USB plug-in receiver projecting far enough out of the back of the speaker itself to be damaged accidentally by someone who's trying to help me by moving the speaker—but doesn't know there's something delicate in back. I'd also like to have a carrying case of some sort available, but if you're purchasing this to use it in one place, that won't be an issue.

This system was recommended to me from a friend who knows his stuff when it comes to sound equipment. It is a perfect fit for all of my outdoor and indoor teaching needs. Being able to bluetooth music and still have voice over is fantastic. The speaker itself is lightweight and portable by one and the microphone holds its clarity in windy conditions. I will easily be using this in multiple ways throughout my career.

Received this today, and will use this weekend as I teach my art painting class.Looks solid, sounds good. Still needs to be used to fully review.My one gripe so far is: there is no manual for the headset microphone. The manual for the microphone is for the beltpack only. Even Samson offers no instructions for the headset itself. Their site only offers a pdf "cutsheet". So no info on how to adjust it (I kinda figured that out on my own).I find that astonishing.

Music plays great through this system and is easy to use the bluetooth however microphone is not as loud or clear as music. Overall it works great for what we need.