So, you want to set up a live performance, but you don’t know what equipment you need. Here, we will introduce the equipment needed to make sound for your audience.
"Mixers", "power amplifiers", and "speakers" are equipment necessary to make sound.
「A "mixer" is a device that inputs multiple audio signals, adjusts the level and balance, and outputs the mixed sound.
Example: Input, individually adjust, and output sounds from vocals, guitars, drums, and CD players.
[Reference]Types of mixers
[Reference]How to choose a mixer
A “power amplifier” is a device that amplifies and outputs the input audio signal.
Normally, the output signal from the preamp or mixer is amplified to drive the speakers.
[Reference]Types of power amplifiers
A "Speaker" is a device that outputs the signal amplified by the amplifier.
【参考】Types of speakers
There are three ways to combine the mixer, power amplifier, and speakers, each with its advantages and disadvantages.
[Merits]
High expandability, the mixer can be changed easily if necessary.
The number of mixer channels and the output of the amplifier can be selected according to the site.
[Disadvantages]
The necessary equipment increases
[Reference]How to choose a speaker and a power amplifier
[Merits]
There are fewer pieces of equipment.
Easy installation.
You don't have to worry about the combination of amps and speakers.
A mixer can be selected according to the required number of channels
【Disadvantages】
The speaker has a built-in amplifier, so the output has an upper limit.
Each item needs to be powered separately.
[Merits]
There are fewer pieces of equipment.
Easy to install.
[Demerits]
The mixer has a built-in amplifier, so the output has an upper limit.
The number of channels and the amplifier output are limited.
[Reference]How to choose speakers and a power amplifier
If the system needs to be transported and set up quickly and easily, it is better to choose a speaker or mixer with a built-in amplifier. In addition, t is better to choose a mixer, an amplifier, and a speaker, respectively, if there are plans to upgrade in the future.
For small live events, a simple PA system packaged with the necessary products is recommended. It is reasonably priced, and some items can be purchased for less than the rental fee of the equipment. In addition, it is possible to add on to, such as longer speaker cables and use of a wireless microphone.
BEHRINGER / XENYX 1002FX | ¥10,615 (including tax) | Other mixers here | |
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CLASSIC PRO / CXP Series | ×2 | ¥275-550 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / DCP400 | ¥27,280 (including tax) | Other power amplifiers here | |
CLASSIC PRO / SKKシリーズ | ×2 | ¥990-3,300 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CSP8 | ×2 | ¥7,678 (including tax) | Other SR speakers here |
¥53,251 (including tax) + cable |
※ Prices as of March 11, 2021; subject to change without notice.
BEHRINGER / XENYX X1832USB | ¥30,250 (including tax) | Others mixers here | |
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CLASSIC PRO / CXX Series | ×2 | ¥275-605 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CPX900 | ¥30,800 (including tax) | Other power amplifiers here | |
CLASSIC PRO / SKK Series | ×2 | ¥880-3,300 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CP12II | ×2 | ¥26,180 (including tax) | Other SR speakers here |
¥113,410 (including tax) + cable |
※ Prices as of March 11, 2021; subject to change without notice.
BEHRINGER / XENYX X2222USB | ¥29,370 (including tax) | Other mixer here | |
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CLASSIC PRO / CXX Series | ×2 | ¥275-605 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CP1400 | ¥54,780 (including tax) | Other power amplifier here | |
CLASSIC PRO / SKK Series | ×2 | ¥880-3,300 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CSX15 | ×2 | \32,780 (including tax) | Other SR speakers here |
¥149,710 (including tax) + cable |
※ Prices as of March 11, 2021; subject to change without notice.
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BEHRINGER / XENYX X2222USB | ¥34,980 (including tax) | Other mixers here | |
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CLASSIC PRO / CXX Series | ×2 | ¥275-605 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CXP Series | ×2 | ¥275~550 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CP1400 | ¥54,780 (including tax) | Other power amplifiers here | |
CLASSIC PRO / SKK Series | ×2 | ¥880-3,300 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / SKB Series | ×2 | ¥660-3,300 (including tax) | |
CLASSIC PRO / CSX15 | ×2 | ¥32,780 (including tax) | Other SR speakers here |
CLASSIC PRO / CP1400 | ×2 | ¥54,780 (including tax) | Other power amplifiers here |
CLASSIC PRO / CSX212S | ×2 | ¥41,580 (including tax) | Other subwoofers here |
K&M / 21333 | ×2 | ¥1,650 (including tax) | |
¥351,340 (including tax) + cable |
※ Prices as of March 11, 2021; subject to change without notice.