A PA starter set is a great starting point for fresh-faced live-performers and budding sound technicians. These pre-compiled packs typically include a pair of PA speakers, a mixer, and speaker stands.
Why Buy a Complete PA System?
With a complete and pre-compiled PA system bundle, setting up your microphones and other sound sources is simply a matter of plugging in. There's no need to pick out and match the various components since this has already been done for you.
What Are The Most Popular PA Systems?
If you need a little inspiration, we recommend taking a look at our Top 10 PA Starter Sets. If that doesn't cover your needs, just continue browsing this page and scroll through the entire range. From budget-friendly to pro-level solutions, it's all there. Or how about a PA speaker system?
Active vs. Passive Systems
If you'd rather hand-pick the bits of kit needed to build your own PA system, the question you need to answer is whether you're going for an active or a passive system. Passive speakers aren't outfitted with an internal amplifier, any filters or extra inputs and outputs, which means they rely on external gear such as amplifiers, crossovers and other sound processors. The upside is that passive speakers are cheaper, require less power sockets and give you the freedom to built a custom PA system.
Active PA Systems
While active PA systems are more expensive than passive systems, they also require less external gear. In fact, they're mostly plug-and-play. In general, active systems are the best solution when there's no need for a large number of speakers.
What About Compact and Portable PA Systems?
As well as subwoofer and satellite speaker combos, we also stock smaller speakers complete with stands or microphones for amplifying speech. In most cases, these are active speakers which means you won't even need to purchase a mixer or external amplifier. Check out our Portable Battery-Powered Speakers or Line-Array Systems for more solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions About PA Starter Packs
How do PA systems work?
A PA system generally encompasses the following gear: a mixer, an amplifier and a number of speakers. The mixer is used to control the various audio signals (e.g. microphones, instruments and line sources, while the amplifier boosts the sound and powers the speakers.
What does PA stand for?
PA means public address and refers to sound systems that are designed to amplify vocals, instruments and other audio sources so they can be enjoyed by an audience.
