Re: Re :[Harp-L] PA systems

[George Miklas <harmonicat@xxxxxxxxx>]

I agree with everything that Richard said, but want to add this.....

While I own and often use a larger PA system, there are plenty of times
that I prefer the convenience of my small Vocal/Acoustic amp.  Mine is a
model no longer made by Gallien-Krueger, the MV-200.  It sports 100 watts
through two-6 inch speakers, 1-low-z mic channel, 1-hi-z instrument
channel, 1-aux channel.  All three channels have individual controls, but
the reverb controls both channels 1&2.  There are several companies making
very nice, small amps of this nature.  I would look into "acoustic amps" as
well as PA systems.

In some respects, the acoustic amp functions like a powered speaker, but
has features (like reverb) that powered speakers do not have.

George

On Wed, Jan 25, 2012 at 3:35 PM, Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>wrote:

> "Bruce K Ritter" wrote:
> <I'm wondering about an inexpensive PA system and looking for suggestions.
> <I'd prefer a two speaker/stereo setup, and 10 inch or bigger speakers.  Of
> <course, it should be free and wash my harps for me too....
>
> Bruce, my advice is to go to musiciansfriend.com or americanmusical.comand look at the PA systems on offer there.  The user reviews will tell you
> everything you need to know about how well particular systems work and how
> reliable they are.  Packages that include a powered mixer and passive
> speakers run from $200 up, depending on power level, number of inputs,
> etc.; I doubt you'll find anything for free, but the pricier ones will
> certainly wash your harps for you...
>
> As an alternative to a traditional PA system, consider a pair of powered
> PA speakers with a small standalone mixer.  One advantage of that setup is
> that you can take one of the speakers to a gig all by itself if that's all
> you need.  However, it will be pricier than a comparably powered PA system
> with a powered mixer and passive speakers.
>
> Regards, Richard Hunter
>
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