Ok well me and my friends want to do a concert, but we need the equipment, and well right now we had the idea of having a hand-held wireless system with the mic and the wirless thing. So then if we have the mic and the wireless thing do we need a mixer? Or what do we need to get the mics to work. We also are planning to have speakers, but i don't think that they come with cables. The speakers are Kustom Amplification. And then do I need something to make them work? Cuz I have no idea please help me! Thanks
Paula
2006-08-13 05:41:21 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Performing Arts
Long answer, so sit down.
Wireless mics are a good way to go. They cut down on cable purchases as well as keep the clutter off of the stage floor. Musical instruments, microphones, guitar amps, key boards, power amps, etc., are probably one area where "more expensive" means "higher quality." So, get the best you can afford. An entry level wireless mic system can be had for as low as $100, up to professional level systems ranging in the $600 to $1,000 price range.
You will need a mixer to bring the mic into the mix. Depending on how many input channels are needed, a decent one can be had by purchasing Behringer's XENYX 1202 FX for $110. This provides 4 mic inputs and 8 line inputs and includes effects.
The next stop on the signal path is at the power amp(s) for the PA. Some mixers carry their on power amps on board, but they are substantially more more expensive. Another entry level mixer can be had from Carvin, which provides decent sound at reasonable price. But, if power amps are needed, they range in price (and output) from $150 to several thousands of dollars.
You will need speaker cables from the power amp to your speakers. DO NOT USE JUST ANY OLD CABLE. Speaker cables differ from others usually found within a sound system, even though the may LOOK the same. All other cabling used before the amplifier is "shielded" cable, which reduces interference from electro-magnetic or radio sources, or EMI and RFI. Speaker cables CANNOT be shielded cables. This may create a very high frequency oscillation, that you can't here, but your speakers "see" and the amp hates. Serious damage can occur to both.
Your best prices on equipment can be found in catalogue sales companies. A music dealership will probably charge list prices. I can recommend, which will be found easily on the net, Pro Sound and Stage Lighting, Musicians Friend, or American Musical Supply.
Good luck. Contact me through this site and I can give more and more detailed help. There is not enough room here for more info.
2006-08-13 09:59:37 · answer #1 · answered by Samurai Hoghead 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Paula, I don't know if price is an issue but wireless is really expensive. Regardless, you do not need a mixer although if you have one it will make performances enhanced provided you have some one that can work it properly. if your speakers have an amplifier in them you do not need to purchase one separately.(I am assuming though, that since the neame of the speaker is Kustom Amplification that is does indeed include an amp.) Then you need microphones and some good monster cables and you should be good to go! Hope this helps.
2006-08-13 07:45:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My 2 cents worth...having run monitors (stage sound) for a while...wireless mics add an additional level of complexity to your set-up and since you're new I'd advise against it until you are confident with the other aspects.
Regardless, you NEED to have wired mics on hand in case you have interference/noise/whatever problems with the wireless set-up.
2006-08-16 07:49:32 · answer #3 · answered by Ratmeyer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
plug the wireless receiver into whatever powers your speakers.if you are busking and have no power supply you can use marine batteries and a power converter to keep the sound system charged.on the street I use a roland micro cube and a dl4 looping pedal to create live soundscapes with my 12 string and gadgets.
2006-08-13 08:58:52 · answer #4 · answered by scary visionary 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-04 12:07:23 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
paula good luck i hope it works but do not give bob the best answer
2006-08-13 06:46:33 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋