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Question: How do you set up a basic stage set for music!?
I have a band and I want to know what is the most basic setup for singing like microphones,PA Speakers,Mixers,etc!.We're also on a small budget!.Www@QuestionHome@Com


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Your needs will vary dpending on size of the band, and the venue you are playing!. You should be able to buy this stuff used on craigslist or other places

Speakers -both low end and high end
Floor monitors
Cables
Mixer-minimum 12 channel is recommended

Amps-to power the system

Microphones-vocals, will the drums or guitar amps be mic'd!?

Lights-if you perform in dark bars and nightclubs, you may these!.!.at least 1-2 racks!.

Extras:

compressor/limiter/gate
Effects-for vocals and instruments
Insurance-getting your crap stolen or damaged sucks
Extra cables


You can do without some of this stuff, but some things may suffer

Other things
Press kit
Demo
Online presence
Swag
Band vehicleWww@QuestionHome@Com

You can set it up how ever you want, but you want your house speakers in front of to reduce feedback from mics!.Www@QuestionHome@Com