PA System Basics
November 14th, 2007 by Richard Morales
PA System Basics
There is basic equipment associated with every sound system. Having quality PA equipment is the key to creating great sound reproduction. In this article we will lay out certain components of the PA systems that will help the user, when it comes to set-up time.
Every PA system should have a mixer. There are several different kinds of mixers: powered mixers, analog mixers, and digital mixers. Powered mixers are perfect if you need something that is compact and easy to handle. These are ideal for groups who play in smaller size venues because most of your necessary equipment is tidied up into one carry around box (amps, mixer, mic). Analog mixers are also ideal for bands playing in smaller size clubs. These are easy to set up, and many are now designed with digital effect processors, reducing the equipment load you’ll have to carry around. Digital mixers have special features such as dynamics/effects processors, and these are good because you can add features on to them as your band grows in popularity. Click here to read the entire article.
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The professionals at Hothouse Rehearsal Studios offer great studios and all the necessary equipment you will need for a high-quality rehearsal. These experts will be more than happy to answer any questions you have about PA systems and testing the PA system. All of our studio rental spaces have top-notch sound reinforcement systems. In our mid sized studios we use 2-12″ JBL JRX room speakers powered by a Crown XLS 602 power amp. We also have Behringer and Mackie Pro mixing boards along with Alesis multi effect processors. In our larger studios we use concert grade speakers. We provide 2 -15″ speakers on stands and 2 to 4 15″ floor monitors speakers powered by 2 amplifiers for quality vocal reproduction. In addition, we provide microphones, drum kits, 2 guitar amplifiers and a bass rig to get you started. Hothouse Rehearsal Studios is open seven days a week from 12pm-1am. Please call us at (562)-945-1300 and tap into some of the best sound production equipment for your in-house rehearsal!
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