Electro-Voice Evolve 30M

The Electro-Voice Evolve 30M is a portable powered column PA with a built-in 8-channel digital mixer, made for solo acts, duos, presenters, and DJs in small to mid-size rooms. A 10-inch subwoofer and a column of six 2.8-inch neodymium drivers deliver full-range sound with wide 120-degree coverage, while the onboard mixer, co-engineered with Dynacord, adds mic preamps, EQ, compression, 30 effects, and Bluetooth streaming, so you can leave the separate mixer and pedalboard at home.

Highlights

• 1000W system: 500W to the 10-inch sub, 500W to the column
• Six 2.8-inch neodymium HF drivers with 120 x 40 degree coverage
• 51 Hz-20 kHz response and 123 dB max SPL
• 8-channel digital mixer co-engineered with Dynacord
• 4 mic/line inputs with phantom power; Hi-Z input on channel 4
• 30 effects, 7-band GEQ, Bluetooth, and QuickSmart app control

Electro-Voice Evolve 30M: A Complete PA in One System

The Evolve 30M combines subwoofer, column, and mixer into one system you can carry in two trips. The custom waveguide spreads sound evenly across a 120-degree area for both seated and standing audiences, and the two-piece pole carries audio internally, so there are no cables between the sub and column.

The Built-In Mixer

Four XLR/TRS combo inputs with phantom power handle vocal and condenser mics, channel 4 accepts guitar or bass directly through its Hi-Z input, and stereo line and Bluetooth inputs cover backing tracks. Each channel has input presets, 3-band EQ, one-knob compression, two FX sends, and an aux send, and the main and aux outputs each get a 7-band graphic EQ for feedback control.

Setting Up the Evolve 30M

Place the subwoofer, insert the two-piece pole, and set the column on top. Connect microphones and instruments to the mixer inputs, pair your phone over Bluetooth, and power on. Use the QuickSmart app or the onboard controls to select presets, set levels, and add effects.

What to Pair With the Evolve 30M

Pair the Evolve 30M with vocal and instrument microphones, mic stands, XLR and instrument cables, a stage monitor connected to the aux output, and the optional padded subwoofer cover for transport.

QuickSmart App Control

The Electro-Voice QuickSmart app gives wireless control of the mixer, effects, and EQ from your phone, and it can control and group multiple Evolve systems for larger events. Mix from the audience to hear exactly what they hear.

Effects Without a Pedalboard

Two effects engines offer 30 presets, including reverb, delay, chorus, flanger, and echo, so you can add polish to vocals and instruments without extra gear. It’s ideal for coffee shops, restaurants, weddings, and small venues.

Electro-Voice Evolve 30M FAQ

Do I need a separate mixer? No. The 8-channel digital mixer is built in.

Can I plug in a guitar directly? Yes. Channel 4 has a Hi-Z input for guitar or bass.

Electro-Voice Evolve 30M Specifications at a Glance

• Power: 1000W (500W LF, 500W HF)
• Drivers: 10-inch sub, six 2.8-inch neodymium HF
• Frequency response: 51 Hz-20 kHz (-3 dB)
• Max SPL: 123 dB
• Coverage: 120 x 40 degrees
• Mixer: 8-channel digital, 4 combo inputs with phantom
• Wireless: Bluetooth audio, QuickSmart app
• Included: two-piece pole, carrying case, power cord

Who Buys the Electro-Voice Evolve 30M

• Solo performers and duos
• Presenters and small churches
• Mobile DJs
• Restaurants, cafes, and small venues

Why Buy the Electro-Voice Evolve 30M From Metro Sound & Lighting

Metro Sound & Lighting isn’t a catalog-only retailer. We design, install, and service sound systems in-house, so our team can help you choose the right portable PA and support it after the sale. We offer B2B and integrator pricing for churches, schools, and venues.

Browse more options in our Column Arrays category, or see the full specifications on the official Electro-Voice Evolve 30M product page.