Kustom PA

Description

Kustom's KPM4 50W powered wedge monitor combines quality performance and convenient features, all in a highly portable package. You'll find that the KPM4 works well in a variety of environments, amplifying vocals, instruments, keyboards, drum machines, audio devices and more.

Features include a 50W power amp, one 4-1/2" speaker, a piezo driver, XLR and 1/4" inputs, a grille cover and a rugged carry handle. Its wedge shape makes it ideal for use as a stage monitor. A thru jack allows you to daisy-chain multiple monitors together, and an onboard volume control lets you achieve maximum volume without feedback.
Open Box Kustom PA KPM4 50W 4" 2-way Compact Powered Monitor Level 1
Open Box Kustom PA KPM4 50W 4" 2-way Compact Powered Monitor Level 1
Open Box Kustom PA KPM4 50W 4" 2-way Compact Powered Monitor Level 1

Features

  • Full-range response
  • Wedge shape
  • Rugged grille
  • Comfortable handle

Specs

  • Output Power: 50W RMS 8-ohm load
  • Jack configuration: XLR balanced mic level input
  • THRU Passes thru signal on mic input XLR jack
  • Line Out 1/4" balanced line level input
  • Frequency Response: 150Hz–20kHz at rated SPL
  • Nominal Impedance: 8 ohms
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 9.5" x 7.5" x 7.5"
  • Weight: 10.5 lb.

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Reviews

4.44

39 Reviews

88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I would buy this product again.
PERFECT
A real surprise!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Gorilla in a shoe box!

Function and form, this is the end all set to be beaten! The KPM4 was a test to see how KUSTOM monitors and PA's performed; It was sitting in a room full of 15" subs and overpriced gear. (I've never thought of KUSTOM as a viable, reliable company, and the KPM4 changed my mind!) (Check out the PW50 as well, it's just as good, but a little more in the package. This is more of an extension, but I use it as I wish..) I demoed this unit, listening to some classic rock on it and was amazed at the output. Zero line noise when it should have been there from an unbalanced source. It event had zero distortion in the output beyond halfway to ? max volume. The response was stout and yet, it's so small and PORTABLE... I'm now building my acoustic & mobile recording rig from all KUSTOM active cabinets. While I praise the KPM4, I just found out about the PW50, with dual 4.5" and a high 3.5 piezo driver. It has 3 inputs, crossover, and lower response by a marginal amount. I am getting two of those as well. (Before you toss your head up, Kurt Cobain even played off of his Crest PA amp to keep it simple!) On a side note, I will be using the KPM4 (plus two PW50 daisy chained for gigging & recording rough in) as a acoustic practice amp and doing so with an acoustic preamp. For giggles, I'll also attempt to run my Fender directly without an amp. I will be using a SANSAMP PARA DRIVER to balance the line and throw some dirt onto the channel. Then I'll will use the SANSAMP Classic and pass it through my PARA DRIVER to replicate cabinets. Then I'll review again as an update! (I was in need of a studio monitor set, but I'm not the kind of guy to break for that kind of cash. They cost way too much and at the end of the day, you're stuck with a paper coned woofer that began dieing the day you purchased it. Don't even think about gigging with your 600 dollar studio monitors... they were never made for that kind of abuse. Not to mention the laughter...) Sorry for a long review, but discovering something 3 times as useful to myself is something worth mentioning. Take care and good luck!

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Not as good as I had hoped.... might be ok if modified

I have a couple of Kustom PA50 speakers, which sound surprisingly good and are a tremendous value, with a lot of features for the money. I've used them as monitors and they work well, but I bought this because it's smaller and can be mounted on a mic stand. This product is done in by the failure to include any kind of eq to tame the absurdly loud tweeter. The first time I used it I fought dog-whistle feedback all night, and finally just turned it off. Since most small mixers don't have any kind of eq on their auxiliary sends, you get what you get, and if that's not usable, them's the breaks. A treble roll-off or even a pad switch on the tweeter would have helped to get more gain before feedback. Also, a handle doesn't seem too much to ask. The description on the web site says it has one but nope.... Since you can get the PA50 for the same price, and get two mic preamps, with 2-band eq on each, a stereo input for a phone or ipod, with a comparable amount of power, and two speakers rather than one, you just have to wonder how they come up with their price points.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Performances21
  2. Home Studio9
  3. Outdoor Events / Games7
  4. Pro Audio / DJ / Mixing3
  5. Professional Recording3
Cons
  1. Limited Functions4
  2. Bulky/Heavy2
  3. Poor Sound Quality2
  4. Lacks good bass response1
  5. none1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced17
  2. Professional Musician12
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Compact28
  2. Easy To Use27
  3. Good Audio25
  4. Durable20
  5. Lightweight19

Reviewed by 39 customers

Most Recent

  • Definitely great value

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byBRIAN

    fromGreen Valley AZ

    I bought 2 of these preowned monitors and used them for years on stage with full sound system, 12" mains, a subwoofer and many instruments connected DI and these performed exceptionally well. I finally donated them to a coffee house and now find myself ready to buy another for my small 4 channel PA.

  • I would have bought this item at your Macon Ga store.

    1

    submitted10 months ago

    byPaul

    fromValdosta ga

    Saw the product in your Macon store yesterday and would have bought it but was told you don't sell display models and they did not have another one. When I left the store I find it hard to believe you don't sell display models with as many guitars as you have. Also, I was in your store with only one other customer and it took your associate 30 minutes to ask if I needed any help. It has been a while since I have purchased any thing from guitar center and you can bet you have gotten my last dollar.

  • Would buy this again!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byRamon

    fromChicago, Illinois

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Bought this powered monitor to use with my electronic drum set. Amazing sound in a small cabinet. The 50w power is just enough for my small space. Very easy to set up and use. Excellent piece of equipment.

  • Small and powerful

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byBruce

    fromsouthbury, ct

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Used as stage monitor, this is a powerful, compact, lightweight monitor with great sound clarity. Highly redommended.

  • Works nice!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byHazel

    fromCalifornia

    I just got this amp so I could hear my voice while rehearsing, and I really dig it! This amp can be pretty loud and really amplify your voice! Please buy it if you are looking for a affordable microphone amp.

  • Solid little personal monitor

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromNorth Florida

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I recently purchased this Kustom monitor to use on stage for solo acoustic gigs. It's a solid little 50 watt monitor that works like it should. As a bonus, it also makes a good practice amp. My only criticism, so far, is it lacks a carrying handle of any type.