Electro-Voice Evolve 50 column speaker

SLEEK SOUNDS STUNNING

Designed to deliver an uncompromising combination of light weight, low-profile looks, and superior audio quality, the EVOLVE 50 sets a new performance standard for powered column systems. 

The perfect choice for DJs, mobile entertainers, bands, singer/songwriters, and any venue where high-output portable sound is needed – no other column system currently available sounds as good, looks as good, or is as easy to use. The smooth clarity of the EV sound in a sleek new form factor.

• Clean, compact design – built to blend in

Lightweight column speaker array with cable-free connection quickly secures pole to sub. 

• Easy transport and setup

Ergonomically designed handles on both the array and the sub to enhance portability. Angled interface gives user easy access to make adjustments and connections on input panel. 

• Real PA performance

Eight 3.5-inch full-range drivers and a 12-inch subwoofer, powered by a three-channel amp for high output. Cutting-edge components and tuning provide full-sized sound in a super-streamlined, plug-and-play format.

• Wide, even coverage

Custom waveguides provide ultra-wide 120° horizontal coverage and array-formed 40° asymmetrical vertical pattern control. No energy is wasted — exceptional audience coverage and clarity from front to back.

• High-quality Bluetooth® audio

For convenient streaming of background music or musical accompaniment direct from any mobile device. 

• Wireless control and monitoring via the new Bluetooth® QuickSmartMobile app

Quickly configure up to six EVOLVE 50 systemssimultaneously, and receive immediate notification during critical performance conditions. 

• QuickSmartDSP provides best-in-class processing via EV’s signature single-knob user interface with LCD

Easy setup via four presets (Music, Live, Speech, Club), three-band EQ, five user-programmable presets, output delay, phantom power, input level control and metering, and master volume control to optimize gain structure.

Includes bags for the poles and speaker tops

Sub Covers must be purchased separately

Technical data

Frequency Response (-3 dB): 43 Hz – 20 KHz1

Frequency Range (-10 dB): 37 Hz – 20 KHz1

Maximum SPL: 127 dB2

Coverage (H x V): 120° x 40°

Amplifier Rating: 1000 W

LF Channel Rating: 500 W

HF Channel Rating: 500 W

Crossover Frequency: 200 Hz

Connectors: 2x XLR/TRS Combo Jack Input

1x 3.5 mm Input

1x Stereo RCA Input

1x Wireless Bluetooth® Audio Input

1x XLR THRU Output

1x XLR MIX OUT Output

Enclosure: Sub: 15 mm plywood

Column: Composite

Pole: Aluminum

Grille: Steel with black powder coat

Color: Black

Dimensions (HxWxD):

mm (in)

Sub: 530 x 345 x 471 (20.9 x 13.6 x 18.5)

Column: 825 x 102 x 172 (32.5 x 4.0 x 6.9)

Pole: 929 x 48.5 x 55 (36.6 x 1.9 x 2.2)

Net Weight: Sub: 44.66 lb (20.3 kg)

Column: 10.34 lb (4.7 kg)

Pole: 2.75 lb (1.25 kg)

Sub cover: 0.9 lb (0.4 kg)

Bag for column and pole:1.87 (0.85 kg)

Shipping Weight: Sub box: 50.71 lb (23 kg)

Column box: 18.30 lb (8.3 kg)

Power Consumption: 100 - 240 V AC, 50 - 60 Hz, 1.5 - 0.6 A3

1Full space measurement using music DSP preset.

2Maximum SPL is measured at 1 m using broadband pink noise at maximum output.

3Current rating is 1/8 power.