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For musicians who know what you're looking for we stock
pro audio equipment including amplifiers, mixers, monitors,
speakers, wired and wireless microphones, plus cables, stands and
accessories in the online shop, as
well as a large range of Packages at discount prices.
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 What PA offers
PA System advice and PA Packages
for bands just starting
out so have a browse around the advice centre (menu bottom
left). What PA is staffed by gigging musicians so if you're in need of help
and advice just give us a call on 01375 892317!
 Active or
passive speakers? ... If you're just
starting out and not sure whether to get powered or non-powered speakers we would
recommend a passive desk and active speakers every time. An active speaker
package is flexible, meaning you can add to it over the years as your band
begins to play larger venues. 10" or 12" speakers you buy now can be used as
monitors if you want to upgrade to 15" in the future, or you can add bass
bins later for a fuller sound. You can also double your number of speakers
in time, and still run them off the same mixing desk. Have a look at the LD
Systems speakers such as the
LDPN1222A powered and
LDPN1222 non-powered speakers in the online shop - customer feedback
is excellent about the quality, sound and ruggedness of these models.
Should you be buying powered speakers, a powered mixing desk or a powered
amplifier? It's a mind-boggling question if you don't know the
answer, but it's actually quite simple to decide. A band PA system only needs one
source of power, so you would either have powered speakers (they contain
their own amplifiers and plug into the mains as well as the mixing desk), or
passive speakers ... if you choose passive speakers you need some other
source of power, so you can choose a powered mixing desk with an amp built
in such as the
LD Systems LDLAX12DA, or a passive mixing desk such as the
LD Systems LDLAX8D and a separate power amplifier such as the
LD Systems LDPA40. If you want
less gig gear to lug around then powered speakers or a powered mixer means no
separate amplifier - one less thing to carry. If weight is an issue, a
powered mixer is less heavy than powered speakers. If your mind is still boggled, give us a call
on 01375 892317 and we'll help you to choose!
Mixing desks ... If you are considering micing-up lots of
instruments you need to make sure that your mixer has the right number and
type of input channels - our unique What PA Designer will help you with this.
An average band will need at least a 12 channel mixer such as the
LD Systems LDLAX12D to give you the
flexibility to plug in everything, especially if you're using wireless mics
or wireless in-ear monitors. If
you play loud then micing-up allows you to have a lower stage volume level
so that you don't damage your ears! We would normally recommend 15 inch speakers for a
typical set up with a full stage monitor system.
Speakers and Monitors ... For medium bands (typically one or two
guitars, bass and drums, vocalist and maybe a keyboard) we'd normally
recommend 12" band speakers, but if your style of music is on the heavy side and
you are planning to mike up the bass or drums through the PA, then you should
consider 15" speakers. Large bands need a rugged,
professional-quality set up at an affordable price. Playing larger venues, there will probably be a need to mike up instruments
and have the mixer at the back of the hall, connected to the stage via a
multicore
cable (stage box). If you are playing at a reasonable
level then we would recommend using
stage or in-ear monitors - this really does help
you to sing in tune! Did you know that you can use one wireless receiver
with multiple belt-packs and ear pieces, so everyone in the band can have
their own in-ear monitor at a very reasonable cost. Check out the
LD Systems MEI100 In-Ear Monitor System in our online shop.
Microphones ... the
LD Systems D1011 wired mics are getting some fabulous reviews at the
moment, they're being compared favourably with Shure SM58s at a fraction of
the cost. For home recording you'd go a long way to beat the
Heil PR-40.
How many watts do you need? ... take a look
at our How Many Watts page in the Advice
Centre for some tips on this.
Finally, have a read through the Advice Centre,
have a browse around the online shop
and if you need advice give us a call on 01375 892317 or drop us an email to
enquiries@whatpa.co.uk
 Click
the button to take a look at our Top Tips for getting the best
out of rehearsal time.
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This package is ideal for bands playing in
smaller venues. The mixing desk is
compact and versatile with loads of effects that will keep you up to
date for years to come. Neodymium speakers give weight saving and extra
power capabilities to the active 12" speakers. The speaker stands are
designed with pneumatic suspension for safety and durability allowing
the speakers to be lowered slowly and safely. Please note that the
active speakers need to be plugged into the mains as well as the mixing desk. You can
connect a CD player, iPod or laptop to these systems.
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1 x LD Systems 8 channel mixer
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2 x LD Systems 160w + 70w 12" active
speakers
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2 x LDP12B carry bags for speakers
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2 x KM6F2PM XLR to jack 6m cables
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2 x SPS56B air cushioned speaker stands
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Price includes VAT
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£717.5
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Perfect for bands playing in
slightly larger halls, pubs & clubs, this 600 watt package is easy to
set up and carry around. The mixer is
compact and versatile with loads of effects. The speaker stands are
designed with pneumatic suspension for safety and durability allowing
the speakers to be lowered slowly and safely. The power amp is built
into the mixing desk so the speakers are lighter than powered speakers,
and there are less wires to trail around as these speakers do not need
to be plugged into the mains.
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1 x LD Systems 12 channel mixer
with integrated DSP effects processor and power amplifier
The power mixer has a total of eight (8) input channels: 4 MIC
inputs (mono) and 4 line inputs (stereo).
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2 x LD Systems 12" speakers
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2 x LDP12B carry bags for speakers
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2 x KM6F2PM XLR to jack 6m cables
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2 x SPS56B air cushioned speaker stands
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Price includes VAT
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£845.62
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LD
Systems 400W PA Package with 8 channel mixer &
powered 12
inch speakers 
