Short answer: choose between the LD Systems DDQ10 and LD Systems Stinger 10-A-G3 for the deployment, not from the automatic ranking alone. Their driver format, power requirements, coverage, bass reach, output capability, and control features determine which is the more practical PA for a particular room or system.
The case for the LD Systems DDQ10. Medium-quality vendor data returns a 6.83 ideal-subwoofer preference score, the second-strongest result in this ranking, with 63Hz measured extension. A Faital Pro woofer, BMS compression driver and biamped Class-D amplification carry over the DDQ12/DDQ15’s touring-class engineering into a compact 10-inch cabinet.
The case for the LD Systems Stinger 10-A-G3. Medium-quality vendor data returns a 5.89 ideal-subwoofer preference score with 49Hz measured extension, a genuinely deep result for an affordable 10-inch box. At 28 lbs (12.7 kg) it is one of the lightest active speakers in this ranking.
Important trade-offs. LD Systems has a smaller professional-audio service network in North America than JBL, Yamaha or QSC. Its 127dB peak claim is modest next to the higher-output rivals here, and its 90° x 50° horn is on the narrower side.
Buy the LD Systems DDQ10 when its stated format, coverage, and system features fit the job better.
Buy the LD Systems Stinger 10-A-G3 when its stated output, control, and deployment strengths better match the system.
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An excellent sounding 10 inch PA speaker, with touring grade drivers in a compact cabinet; now discontinued but worth buying used.
An affordable, light 10 inch PA speaker with balanced sound and surprisingly deep bass for its size, with two mic or line inputs.
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Specifications Side By Side
| LD Systems DDQ10 | LD Systems Stinger 10-A-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,100 Discontinued | $674.00 |
| Ranked | #2 of 42 in 10-Inch PA Speakers | #5 of 42 in 10-Inch PA Speakers |
| Passive | No | No |
| Configuration | Active 2-way bi-amped bass-reflex PA speaker | Active 2-way bass-reflex PA speaker |
| Drivers | 10” Faital Pro neodymium woofer, BMS compression driver | 10” woofer, 1” compression driver |
| Frequency Response | 59Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) | 65Hz - 20kHz (manufacturer specified) |
| Dimensions | 20.5”H x 11.8”W x 13.8”D (520 x 300 x 350 mm) | 20.7”H x 12.8”W x 12.1”D (527 x 325 x 308 mm) |
| Inputs | XLR input | 2 x XLR/TRS line/mic inputs; XLR mono mix output |
| Amplifier Power | 800W RMS (manufacturer specified) | 600W peak / 300W RMS |
| Crossover Frequency | 1.5kHz (manufacturer specified) | - |
| Cabinet Material | 15mm birch plywood with Polyurea finish | 12mm plywood with polyurea coating |
| Rigging | Adjustable stand support | M10 suspension points; 36mm Dual-Tilt pole mount |
| Bass Extension (-3dB) | 65Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) | 56Hz (measured, vendor Spinorama data) |
| DSP | Yes, 24-bit/48kHz Sharc DSP with 1ms look-ahead limiter | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | No |
| Spinorama Preference Score | 4.08 | 3.57 |
| Spinorama Preference Score with Perfect Sub | 6.83 | 5.89 |
| Subwoofer Output | Yes | - |
| Outputs | XLR link output, XLR sub output | - |
| XLR Input | Yes | Yes |
| RCA Input | No | No |
| TRS Input | No | Yes |
| Optical Input | No | No |
| Coaxial Input | No | No |
| USB Input | No | No |
| HDMI Input | No | No |
| AES Input | No | No |
| Aux Input | No | No |
| Microphone Input | No | Yes |
| Guitar Input | No | No |
| Maximum SPL | 132dB peak | 127dB peak (manufacturer specified) |
| Coverage | 80° x 60° | 90° x 50° |
| Weight | 34.2 lbs (15.5 kg) | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) |
Frequency Response Compared
Both speakers’ spinorama measurements, overlaid. A flatter line is more neutral: peaks sound forward or harsh, dips sound recessed. Each curve is shifted so its average from 300 Hz to 3 kHz sits at 0 dB, so loudness differences between the two are removed and only the shape is compared.
Measurement data: LD Systems DDQ10 (measured by the manufacturer) and LD Systems Stinger 10-A-G3 (measured by the manufacturer), via spinorama.org.
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