The Sangean WR2 sounds a little better than Bose. It has more bass and treble.
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
What Kind of PA System Should My Band Use?
There comes a time in the early life of every band when someone wants them to actually play somewhere. (Somewhere that isn't the drummer's basement, I mean.) Up until now, the singers have been using a microphone plugged into the keyboard amp, but is that going to be enough when we play at a restaurant (or a barn, or a patio)? The truth dawns: we need a PA system for the vocals. But what kind?
There are several factors you need to consider and a number of pitfalls you must avoid. I'll just hit the high points here, outlining the key decisions you and your band need to make to be sure you get the right system for your hard-earned cash. Since I've only worked extensively with a couple of systems myself, I won't recommend specific brands or models here. But I'll give you some points to ponder as you sort through the available systems.
1. Powered mixer or separate components?
The very first thing to decide is whether to use an all-in-one PA system or separate components. An all-in-one unit, also called a "powered mixer," contains a mixer (usually 8 channels), a power amplifier (two channels, for the main and monitor speakers), and perhaps some basic effects like reverb and delay.
If this is your band's very first PA system, you should probably get this kind of unit, especially if you don't have a sound man for your band. An all-in-one unit is easy to set up, needing only AC power, microphones, and speaker connections and it's ready to go! You can put it at the side of the stage and have easy access to its controls, including the all-important monitor levels.
A component system with separate mixer, power amplifier, and effects units takes a lot longer to set up and get going at a gig, although it does offer some additional flexibility. If you have someone to set up and operate the PA for you, a component system could work. Otherwise, I'd keep it simple and go with the all-in-one.
2. How much power?
The power level you need from the PA system depends on the size of the venues you expect to play in as well as the kind of music you play. (An acoustic band with no drummer needs less PA power than a headbanging metal outfit.) Another consideration is whether you plan to run only vocals, or vocals plus certain instruments, through the PA. Putting bass guitar (even a little) through the PA to augment the onstage amp really eats up the power!
The fact is, you should buy the highest-power system you can possibly afford. You are just about guaranteed to need more power than you think you will. Then throw in the further fact that the power ratings for these systems are more marketing numbers than engineering numbers and are often misleading... The bottom line: I never heard of a band looking back and saying they wish they'd bought a smaller PA system!
3. How many speakers?
I would recommend two main speakers and two monitor speakers. Even in a small venue, you really need left and right main speakers to properly distribute balanced sound throughout the room. (When I say left and right I am not talking about a stereo setup - the signal is the same in both speakers.) With two speakers, you reduce the number of listeners who are closer to the amps than to a PA speaker, and thus can't hear the vocals.
You might be tempted to skimp on monitor speakers and make do with only one. This might be OK if there is only one vocalist, but instrument players also benefit from hearing themselves and other players properly. Having two monitor speakers should allow everyone to be somewhere near at least one of them!
4. What about microphones and other accessories?
Unless you have something else on hand, I would pick up a trusty Shure SM58 for each vocalist. You will probably not need to mike the drums. In fact, you should avoid using microphones for anything other than vocals if at all possible, as each microphone onstage is a show-stopping feedback howl waiting to happen!
If you are going to run instruments through the PA, use direct boxes between each instrument - guitar, bass, keyboard - and its onstage amp to send part of the signal to the PA mixer. If there is an acoustic guitar, use the signal from its pickup in lieu of miking it. If it doesn't have a built-in pickup, you might try an add-on type, although this may not have the sound quality you need. Fortunately, most acoustics seem to have built-in pickups these days.
You will also need microphone cables, main and monitor speaker cables, and possibly a snake (a multi-core cable allowing you to run eight or more signals between the stage and the PA mixer).
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
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Saturday, November 19, 2011
Bose Wave Connect Kit for iPod
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Just what you need to play your iPod through a Wave music system, Wave music system - SoundLink, or Wave radio II. Connect kit is compatible with most iPod models and includes a docking station that charges your iPod and a custom remote that controls both iPod and Wave system.
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Monday, September 5, 2011
Bose® Wave® music system multi-CD changer, Graphite Gray
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Enjoy hours of uninterrupted CD listening with this add-on multi-CD changer -- designed exclusively for the Bose® Wave® music system. Just slide one CD or MP3 CD into the Wave® music system and up to three more into the changer for hours of continuous music. The changer offers a spare remote and features an additional connection for another audio source, such as a TV or DVD player. It maintains the same small footprint as the Wave® music system and, together, stands only 6" tall. Note: This changer is not compatible with the Wave® radio/CD with top-loading CD player.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Bose® Wave® music system -- SoundLink
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Acclaimed Bose sound, now for your computer music. Wirelessly.
Presenting another great reason to own a Wave music system: wireless audio from your computer. In addition to CDs and FM/AM, the Wave® music system -- SoundLinkTM puts a new world of entertainment at your command. iTunes. Internet radio. Any music on your computer can be enjoyed in the room of your choice. Imagine: all your listening options available from one central system--in lifelike Bose sound.
Plug and play simplicity
Just plug the small USB key into your computer and the SoundLink adapter to the Wave music system. In seconds, you can enjoy your favorite playlists and more in a different room, away from your computer. It's quick, convenient and easy. There's no software to load and no networks to configure.
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Your music comes to life with Bose waveguide speaker technology, the innovation that has made this compact system one of the industry's most praised creations. Rich Warren of News Gazette said the Wave music system "...will flat out seduce you." Now, hear what it can do for your music downloads and favorite online stations.
A handy remote controls all system functions and even navigates your computer playlists. There's an auxiliary input for your MP3 or other portable player, and a headphone jack for private listening.
The Wave music system -- SoundLink: legendary performance with added versatility. It could be the only system you'll ever need to enjoy all of your music.
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Bose Wave Music System - Platinum White
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The Wave music system reproduces one-half octave lower musical notes and delivers even greater clarity and definition than the original Wave radio/CD. With its deeper tones and even more lifelike sound, you might just feel like you're sitting in the front row. Inside, our new proprietary waveguide speaker technology combines with other Bose technologies to deliver enhanced performance at all listening levels. You'll hear the same clear musical nuances whether you turn the volume up or keep it soft. You'll also enjoy the full depth and range of every vocal or instrument on MP3s, CD-R/RWs, and conventional CDs. Listen to CDs created on your computer and take advantage of the digital MP3 format for hours of uninterrupted Wave music system quality sound. The Wave music system was engineered to be delightfully easy to use. There are no visible buttons. Instead, the entire system is completely and conveniently controlled by a credit card-sized remote control. And setup couldn't be easier. The CD player, digital AM/FM tuner, amplifiers and speakers are all built-in so you can enjoy quality sound right out of the box. The large, bright display panel is easy to read and understand, prominently displaying the artist, title and album names of your suitably encoded MP3 CDs. It's also easy to enjoy the system's full, rich sound with your TV, VCR, DVD player, or computer, thanks to an auxiliary input jack. And if you want to keep the music to yourself, you can simply plug your headphones into the headphone jack. The Wave music system may look familiar, but it takes the original award-winning design of the Wave radio/CD to new levels. With its absence of buttons and a convenient slot-loaded CD player, the slim, sleek profile shines through to complement just about any room.
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Bose Wave Music System - Graphite Gray
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