[HANASHIR:14251] RE: Amplification System

[Adrian Durlester <adrian...>]

Sue:

The first thing I would recommend is to find a way to ignore the ED's "in"
with Radio Shack. I wouldn't use their equipment in any kind of professional
setting.

A 20x20 classroom needs very little in the way of speakers and amplifier. A
40 or 60watt system is plenty big enough. You could even get by with
something less powerful. There are lots of microphones for you to choose
from, both wired headsets and wireless.

Having a strong professional background in this area, I've offered many
members of this list advice on equipment over the years, and would be happy
to offer you some custom (and free) advice if you'll e-mail me privately at
adrian (at) durlester(dot)com with a rough idea of how much money they are 
willing to
spend, then I'll ask you some particulars, and offer some suggestions. And I
don't get any kickbacks, either :-)

Adrian

Adrian A. Durlester, MTS
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Behalf Of Sue Marx
Sent: Saturday, May 10, 2003 9:50 PM
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Subject: [HANASHIR:14248] Amplification System


Chaverim-

Unfortunately, I wasn't following the conversation about the amplification
systems, and then I found out our synagogue is considering getting me one.
So...here's what I need:  I need a microphone (preferably one I could wear,
so I could dance, move around, etc.) and speakers for a very large classroom
(20 ft. x 20 ft.).  Our education director has an "in" at a Radio Shack.

Are there brands I should stay away from?  What would you recommend?  It
would be nice if it were fairly portable.

Thanks!!!

Sue Marx

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