Hi,
I`m thinking about buying a small PA system to amplify my band at our gigs, mainly parties, bars, restaurants.
Only the guitars (3) are to be amplified as the soprano sax is loud enough and the bass has it`s own amp if needed.
I saw a Fender Passport PD150 which has two speakers plus the mixer and about 150 watts stereo (also includes a mic and cables).
It goes for around 600-700 bucks, it`s lightweight and portable which is very important, no idea about the sound yet.
Has anyone tried/owns one of these or a similar system?
What other options are out there?
I welcome any advice,
Thanks.
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OEX400 Features
* Complete 400-watt self-contained PA system
* 7-channel mixer (Three mono, Two Stereo channels)
* Neutrik® XLR / 1/4" Combi-jack microphone / line inputs on mono channels
* RCA inputs on Stereo Channels
* 2-band EQ on all input channels 8)
* 7-band master graphic EQ 8)
* Satellite speakers with 10-inch / 1" Coaxial drivers for wide full- frequency response 8)
* Integrated speaker stand / microphone stand mounts on satellite speakers
* On board 24-bit DSP w/16 presets – On / Off footswitch included
* 1/4" monitor / headphone outputs
* Heavy duty yet lightweight construction
* Luggage style wheels for ease of transport
* The complete OEX400 package weighs less than 42lbs
Thanks a lot, the Alto system looks great, much better than the Fender, hope I can find one around here....
Have you listened to how it sounds?
Anybody else have more options?
No I haven't, and I live pretty near to Full Compass Sound. They'd have to set them up for me in advance, so until now I have been hesitant to ask them to do so until I'd be ready to walk out with one, especially if they have to order the Alto (I know they have the Stagepas in stock). The moment I do, I'll certainly put up my impression of them. I haven't even seen a review of the Alto as of yet, it is that new. On the other hand, maybe I shouldn't care if I don't buy it that day - with the business they do and the size of their warehouse, it's not like I'd be putting them out that much....! :twisted:
http://www.carvin.com/products/single.p ... 0&CID=SYS1
It's big advantage is that it can run on battery power. It does not have phantom power.
Also I saw the aforementioned Alto system (Thanks for the tip Elliot) going for around $350 and according to a friend who owns one they sound terrific, are really light and portable and sturdy enough to take the beating.
I would love to have a Unico but they go for $1000+ and I believe they are mostly designed to be used with pickup equipped guitars.
Thanks, anyway maybe someday I`ll make enough dough to get a Unico and Schertler pickup to match!