RCF vs Yamaha:Which is more popular?
In September 2026, Yamaha had more branded searches than RCF among PA system brands in New Zealand. Yamaha had about 260 branded searches, while RCF had 80. Yamaha made up 53.1% of all PA system brand searches we track, and RCF accounted for 16.3%. When we asked ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews about PA system brands, Yamaha appeared in all five answers and RCF in three. Yamaha was mentioned before RCF in every answer.
Who do people search for more?
Yamaha, about 3 searches for every 1 for RCF
Who does AI mention more?
Yamaha, mentioned in every answer we collected
Who does AI recommend more?
Yamaha, named ahead of RCF in every answer
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Top PA system brands in ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews
In three ChatGPT questions and two Google AI Overviews, Yamaha appeared in all five answers. RCF was mentioned in three out of five: in all three ChatGPT answers, but not in either of the two Google AI Overviews. Yamaha was listed before RCF in every answer.
Most recommended by AI
Brands get a higher ranking if they are mentioned earlier in the answers.
- Yamaha1st
- JBL Professional2nd
QSC3rd
RCF4th
Electro-Voice5th
Mentioned by AI
Each dot is one answer, filled in when that answer mentions the brand.
- Yamaha5 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 2 of 2 Google answers
- RCF3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
- JBL Professional3 of 5Named in 3 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
- QSC2 of 5Named in 2 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 0 of 2 Google answers
- Electro-Voice2 of 5Named in 1 of 3 ChatGPT answersNamed in 1 of 2 Google answers
See every answer about PA system brands
5 answers
Asked ChatGPT
“Which PA system brand should I buy in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What are the best PA system brands in New Zealand?”
Asked ChatGPT
“What's the best PA system brand in New Zealand for a live band?”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“best pa speakers”
Searched Google, AI Overview
“live sound system”
Brands are shown in the order each answer named them. The survey took place in New Zealand on October 21, 2026.
Is RCF or Yamaha more popular in search?
This chart shows how often people search Google for RCF and Yamaha by name. Each line represents a brand's share of searches for all five PA system brands we track, month by month, from searches in New Zealand.
Share of searches by month for Yamaha, RCF. The figures are in the table below the chart.
View monthly share of searches table
| Month | Yamaha | QSC | RCF | JBL Professional | Electro-Voice |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | 45.7% | 21.7% | 17.4% | 8.7% | 6.5% |
| Nov 2025 | 43.8% | 25% | 16.7% | 10.4% | 4.2% |
| Dec 2025 | 53.1% | 16.3% | 16.3% | 8.2% | 6.1% |
| Jan 2026 | 36.2% | 25.5% | 21.3% | 10.6% | 6.4% |
| Feb 2026 | 48.8% | 23.3% | 14% | 9.3% | 4.7% |
| Mar 2026 | 46.7% | 22.2% | 17.8% | 6.7% | 6.7% |
| Apr 2026 | 42.9% | 20.4% | 20.4% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
| May 2026 | 42.9% | 24.5% | 16.3% | 10.2% | 6.1% |
| Jun 2026 | 43.6% | 25.6% | 15.4% | 7.7% | 7.7% |
| Jul 2026 | 46.7% | 22.2% | 17.8% | 8.9% | 4.4% |
| Aug 2026 | 46.7% | 22.2% | 17.8% | 6.7% | 6.7% |
| Sep 2026 | 53.1% | 20.4% | 16.3% | 8.2% | 2% |
How has the RCF and Yamaha comparison changed over the last 12 months?
3 findings
- Yamaha was ahead of RCF in every measured month of the 12 months ending September 2026.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, RCF’s share of searches among PA system brands in New Zealand moved from 17.4% to 16.3%, and its estimated monthly branded searches held steady at 80.
- Across the 12 months ending September 2026, Yamaha’s share of searches among PA system brands in New Zealand moved from 45.7% to 53.1%, and its estimated monthly branded searches moved from 210 to 260.
How did search popularity change for New Zealand PA system brands in September 2026?
2 changes
In September 2026, Yamaha gained share of searches among PA system brands in New Zealand, from 46.7% to 53.1%.
In September 2026, RCF lost share of searches among PA system brands in New Zealand, from 17.8% to 16.3%.
How are branded searches counted?
3 search terms
Brandwave collects information about searches that people make online using RCF’s and Yamaha’s names. When viewed over time, estimated search volumes for these branded terms can be used to understand whether interest in the brands is growing, holding steady, or fading.
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