Savvy sound guys - help me with my next step up??

[roylor4]

Originally Posted by midwinter

Without a sense of how many inputs you need, it sounds like your plan is probably good.

I know they're expensive, but the QSC K8s are really amazing for acoustic acts. You can get them used on Ebay for $450 (I own three and never paid more than $500). Add the mixer of your choice and you're good. I play large spaces with a pair + a sub and small places with just one.

Additionally, while I'm loathe to recommend anything Behringer, we have the Xair 16 and have been very happy with it. If you rack it with a power strip like this, you basically have snake and power all in one. Works great. Just don't set your beer on it.

Input-wise, we currently require a minimum of 4 xlr ins but we have a 3rd person that may eventually play with us - but only every now and then. 6 would probably suffice, but I think I'll go at least with 8 to be safe.

[midwinter]

Yeah. A couple of good powered speakers plus a board with effects and you’re golden. I play very small solo jobs with a K8 and a Zed6fx. Works great.