If you have a public speaker at any kind of
meeting, training session or conference you will benefit from vocal
amplification. Your audience will be much more attentive if they can hear
the speaker clearly.
Small, portable PA systems such as the Road Boy or
the TEC070 below are perfect for meetings and presentations in an office or
small hall with an audience of up to 75. If you are hosting public meetings,
larger conferences or seminars of up to 250 people then the Dave System or
the 200 watt PA system (bottom) will be better for you. You will also be
able to amplify PowerPoint Presentations, DVDs, CDs or just play background
music.
If your venue is large, please go instead to our Halls
page. If you need to consider connecting a hearing loop to
your PA then please visit our Hearing Loop page for information on how we can help.
A wide range of
wireless
microphone systems are also available with handheld, headset or lapel
microphones.
Click for our top tips for public speaking at meetings and conferences!
EZPA - the 'easy PA'
This small portable PA is perfect for Meetings,
Conferences, Training Sessions, Business presentations, Religious events
where you will have up to 50 people.
You can use it to simply amplify your voice using one of the 3
wireless microphones supplied, play music, and record your voice. You can download music to the
inbuilt MP3 player (1GB internal memory) or play music from an external
PC/CD/DVD/MP3 player or memory stick.
Small - approx 13.5" x 10.5" x
6"
Lightweight - just over
3lbs
Comes with bodypack
transmitter for wireless radio microphone, plus
1 x Handheld VHF Wireless
Microphone
1 x Wireless Tie Clip
Microphone
1 x Wireless Headset
Microphone
Jack input (for guitar)
Phono input (for keyboard
or external CD/DVD/MP3/TV input)
SD/MMC (memory stick) slot
USB input for flash memory usb
sticks
Varispeed on MP3 player
Voice recorder with several
settings to optimise sound
VHF wireless receiver
Rechargeable battery (2-4 hours
life depending on volume)
Mains lead
9V battery
Splash proof (can be used
indoors and out)
20W Power output
Mic power (10 mW)
Dimensions (HxWxD)mm : 335 x 264
x 145
Weight : 6kg
OUR PRICE
£180
inc VAT
TEC076
This fantastic value all-in-one 70w Portable PA/CD/DVD
system is packed with great features. It comes complete with two wired mics
and two wireless handheld mics and has a built in radio receiver. You can purchase an additional pack that
contains a lapel and headset mic and bodypack transmitter to use instead
of one of the handheld wireless microphones. It will be perfect for
audiences of around 75 - 100 people.
The TEC076 is 70 watts and has a DVD player, MP3 player, Card Reader function (SD/MMC)
and USB input. The unit also has 5.1 surround sound outputs for home
cinema use, so versatile is the product the uses are endless, and to top
it all it can run with its own rechargeable batteries so does not have
to rely on mains power. A cheaper version (TEC070) is also available which does
not have the radio microphones.
Full function remote control
8" bass driver and 1" tweeter
Integral DVD and MP3 players
USB and Card Reader (SD/MMC) function
5.1 Surround Sound outputs
Compatible with DVD, CD, CD-G, CD-R, MP3
Video (RCA), S-video and optical outputs
Supplied with 2 handheld VHF wireless microphones and 2 wired
microphones
Dual rechargeable batteries (12V, 5Ah)
5 hours battery life (DVD player) and 10 hours (Voice
amplification)
Units can be linked for large venues
Trolley with telescopic handle supplied as an accessory
35mmØ Top Hat
VHF Bodypack/ Headset Microphones available as optional
extras: 173.1MHz (Ref.171.297) and 174.1MHZ (Ref.171.299)
OUR PRICE
£347
inc VAT
LD Systems Road Boy
Weighs only 5kg!
We think that this compact, flexible
30w
sound system is perfect for small meetings, events, presentations or
training sessions, multimedia
applications, podium discussions, clubs, schools, churches, teachers and many
more.
It contains an on-board CD player with
USB connectivity and 1 wireless microphone (a headset or lapel mic can
be purchased at extra cost). You can also plug in up to 2 extra wired
microphones or an instrument making it very versatile indeed!
The ultra-compact battery-powered combo
amplifier, measuring 30 cm x 22 cm and weighing only 5 kg, provides an
impressive sound pressure level (> 105 dB) and audibility, and is
equipped with features unique for its size. It's ideal for up to 50
people.
• CD/MP3 player with USB connection and
volume control
• 1 x UHF PLL 16CHN diversity wireless unit with dynamic
handheld (WS1601MY). Optional also available with beltpack WS1601BP
and headset/lavaliere microphone.
• 1 x MIC in / AUX in /AUX out
• 2 band equalisation
• Voice priority (talkover) function
• DC in (12-15V 4A)
• 90-240 V AC switching power supply
• Rechargeable battery type 12V / 2.7 AH, up to 4 hours lifetime
• External output for passive speaker slave
• Built in 30W RMS amplifier
• 6.5'' high power co-axial loudspeaker
• Model no. LDRB65
Optional :
• ST-40 speaker stand
• SB-21 transport bag
• RoadBoy 6.5 passive speaker slave
• Tape deck
• MP3 recorder/player
Product Code:LDRB65
OUR PRICE
£500
inc VAT
Dave 10 300 watt PA System
Small but
impressive! The oddly-named Dave 10 is perfect for speeches,
conferences and training sessions, with audiences of up to 300
people. It's portable, strong and durable
with a clear, powerful sound. It comprises a single powered sub for the
bass frequencies (the larger box at the bottom) and two smaller
powered satellite speakers for the higher frequencies. The smaller
speakers can either be fitted to a T-bar from the middle/top of the
sub, or can stand alongside on their own speaker stands. (We've packaged it here with
the SBS56B speaker stands - call us to switch to a T-Bar).
Load capacity (RMS/max.): 1 x 150 W (300
W) + 2 x 75 W (150 W)
Input: 2 x XLR + 2 x RCA socket
Output: 2 x Speakon / 2x Direct Out XLR
Additional features: 180° Phase Reserve,
Main Level, Sub Level, ON/OFF switch
Frequency range: 45 - 19.000 Hz
Sensitivity (1W/1m): 98 dB / 116 dB
Satellite weight: 4kg each
Sub weight: 22 kg
Includes 2 x SBS56B Pneumatic speaker
stands
2 x KL10E25 10m Speakon - Speakon cables
OUR PRICE
£485
inc VAT
LD Systems 200W PA Package
with active 10 inch speakers
This package would be ideal for small groups or
single acts playing at small-medium venues, or for seminars and
presentations where multiple microphones are required. It's ideal
for audiences of up to 200 people. The 6-channel mixer is strongly constructed and lightweight,
versatile and easy to use with plenty of high quality effects on board.
The speakers are lightweight and made of ABS moulded plastic for easy transportation. The speaker stands are designed with
pneumatic suspension for safety and durability allowing the speakers to
be lowered slowly and safely. Carry bags are supplied.
1 x LD Systems 6 channel mixer with FX
2 x LD Systems 100w + 25w 10" active
speakers
2 x LDP10B carry bags for speakers
2 x KM6F2PM XLR to jack 6m cables
2 x SPS56B air cushioned speaker stands
Price
includes VAT and free delivery
OUR PRICE
£575
inc VAT
LD Systems Sweet Sixteen Wireless Handheld
Microphone
The Sweet Sixteen wireless system is absolutely
ideal for the wireless beginner. It's very easy to set up and up
to 3 systems can be used at the same time. These systems are
exempt from any licence. You can switch between the 16 channels if you
find you are experiencing interference. Also available with headset or
lapel mics.
Open-field range approx. 80 m
Frequency Range 863,00 MHz – 865,00 MHz
Switching bandwith 0.125 MHz
16 channels
Handheld microphone
Switchable Gain level (20 dB)
Easy handling and setting of the 16
channels via ASC infrared frequency scanning
Low-battery indicator
Up to 12 hours of operation with 2 AA
batteries (depending on the type)
Our Top Ten Tips for public speaking at
meetings and conferences!
Know your subject
Only give a speech if you really do know the
subject you are talking about - never give someone else's speech. If you do
have to this, rewrite it in your own words.
Use notes
Don't worry about using notes - it's the speech that's important not your
memory! If you do use notes, then write bullet points on post cards in large
felt tip pen. Don't read notes word for word, they are just there as a
prompt.
Take your time Talk more slowly than you think you are - everyone tends to speed
up as the adrenalin starts to pump!
Use slides with caution
If you use slides to support your speech then don't have a list of bullet
points that your read - the audience will read them faster than you can say
them and be
waiting for the next slide. Use images or examples on the slides. Don't
forget to consider what you would do if the slide projector/PC wasn't
working!
Don't give out notes
Don't give the audience notes of your speech before you give it - they will
be looking at them rather than you and probably be a few sides ahead!
Appear confident
Look at the audience, not at your notes all the time. Remember to smile!
Engage your audience
Try to engage the audience by making it interactive - more like a
conversation rather than a one way presentation.
Get mobile
If possible use a lapel wireless microphone so that you can move around and
not get stuck behind a lectern. Use the whole stage area and present to all
areas of the audience.
Do your homework
Learn a speech by rewriting it using fewer and fewer words until you are just left with bullet points
Don't worry if you go wrong!
If you dry up, take a deep breath, look at your prompt cards and pick up the
next point. Don't apologise - they may not have noticed!
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