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Sam
So I'm looking to perform at a small outdoor shopping area (100 foot radius). they have a space for people to perform and I just wanna play my Acoustic-Electric guitar and sing. What all will I need? (cords, amps, etc.) Include everything please, just starting out. thanks.
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Probably simplest way to do that would be to use an amp that has inputs for both your acoustic-electric guitar and a vocal mic. Ibanez has a series of amps called Troubadour that are designed for solo acoustic performers. Basically, in a package the size of a small amp, you get both your vocal and guitar amplification. I have a Troubadour amp (a discontinued model from a few years ago) I've used at in-home parties and art openings and it's sooooo much more convenient than hauling around a small PA system. And since there are separate channels (and controls) for the mic and the guitar, it's fairly easy to get a good sound mix.
If you don't have a vocal mic, those are pretty inexpensive. The most popular one on the market (because you can use it to drive nails, it's so well built) is the Shure SM58, which sells for about $100. There are a lot of other perfectly fine mics that will cost about half that, though. I'll post a link so you can read the reviews of a bunch of different vocal mics.
In addition to the mic, you'll need a cable to attach the mic to the amp. For a tiny stage, you can get away with a 15' cable because you'll be positioning the amp just a little bit behind you (so both you and the audience can hear it). You'll need a basic instrument cable, as well, and I'd recommend you go with one that's at least as long as the mic cable. And you'll need a mic stand if the venue doesn't provide one. Mic stands are often available used (craigslist), but they're not horribly expensive new, either. It wouldn't hurt to have a boom extension for the mic stand, either, since that will reduce your chances of bumping your guitar on the stand. I'll post links for these things, too.
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/amplifiers-effects/ibanez-troubadour-t30-30w-acoustic-combo-amp (This is the smallest Troubadour amp that also has a mic input. It's great for small venues.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/search.jsp?sB=r&Ntt=vocal+mic#N=700008&Ntt=vocal+mic&sB=r&Nao=0&recsPerPage=20&v=g&Ns=pLH&profileCountryCode=US&profileCurrencyCode=USD (Vocal mics, priced low to high. Reviews will give you a good idea which ones are reliable.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-lo-z-microphone-cable (Mic cable.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-braided-instrument-cable-1-4 (Instrument cable. I wouldn't go with anything shorter than 20' because you'll want to have a bit of walkaround room.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/peak-music-stands-sm-52-tripod-mic-stand-with-boom-arm (Here's a solid mic stand with a boom. If you get a stand with a boom attachment, you'll be able to adjust it so you can sing while standing or sitting.)
I think that would be everything you'd need, apart from a tuner and picks. It's worth checking local ads or pawn shops for used gear, too. During bad economic times, musicians often sell their stuff so they can pay rent. I know the pawn shops in my city (Atlanta) are crammed with stuff, which means the prices are reduced to make room for more stuff.
Good luck!
Probably simplest way to do that would be to use an amp that has inputs for both your acoustic-electric guitar and a vocal mic. Ibanez has a series of amps called Troubadour that are designed for solo acoustic performers. Basically, in a package the size of a small amp, you get both your vocal and guitar amplification. I have a Troubadour amp (a discontinued model from a few years ago) I've used at in-home parties and art openings and it's sooooo much more convenient than hauling around a small PA system. And since there are separate channels (and controls) for the mic and the guitar, it's fairly easy to get a good sound mix.
If you don't have a vocal mic, those are pretty inexpensive. The most popular one on the market (because you can use it to drive nails, it's so well built) is the Shure SM58, which sells for about $100. There are a lot of other perfectly fine mics that will cost about half that, though. I'll post a link so you can read the reviews of a bunch of different vocal mics.
In addition to the mic, you'll need a cable to attach the mic to the amp. For a tiny stage, you can get away with a 15' cable because you'll be positioning the amp just a little bit behind you (so both you and the audience can hear it). You'll need a basic instrument cable, as well, and I'd recommend you go with one that's at least as long as the mic cable. And you'll need a mic stand if the venue doesn't provide one. Mic stands are often available used (craigslist), but they're not horribly expensive new, either. It wouldn't hurt to have a boom extension for the mic stand, either, since that will reduce your chances of bumping your guitar on the stand. I'll post links for these things, too.
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/amplifiers-effects/ibanez-troubadour-t30-30w-acoustic-combo-amp (This is the smallest Troubadour amp that also has a mic input. It's great for small venues.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/search.jsp?sB=r&Ntt=vocal+mic#N=700008&Ntt=vocal+mic&sB=r&Nao=0&recsPerPage=20&v=g&Ns=pLH&profileCountryCode=US&profileCurrencyCode=USD (Vocal mics, priced low to high. Reviews will give you a good idea which ones are reliable.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-lo-z-microphone-cable (Mic cable.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/musicians-gear-braided-instrument-cable-1-4 (Instrument cable. I wouldn't go with anything shorter than 20' because you'll want to have a bit of walkaround room.)
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/peak-music-stands-sm-52-tripod-mic-stand-with-boom-arm (Here's a solid mic stand with a boom. If you get a stand with a boom attachment, you'll be able to adjust it so you can sing while standing or sitting.)
I think that would be everything you'd need, apart from a tuner and picks. It's worth checking local ads or pawn shops for used gear, too. During bad economic times, musicians often sell their stuff so they can pay rent. I know the pawn shops in my city (Atlanta) are crammed with stuff, which means the prices are reduced to make room for more stuff.
Good luck!
How do I find willing businesses to support and donate money for a Orchestra show?
hugh
I'm trying to get local businesses to support my orchestra, and if they do, they get ad space on my school orchestra pamphlet. So far, I've advertised on craigslist and now im searching google maps for local businesses to find possible businesses to send letters to. any other ideas would be helpful. Thanks!
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I just went out to businesses today looking for donations for the youth art department at the county fair. hehe! This is my advice:
You need to physically approach local businesses. Try to at first stay relevant to what you are asking donations for... such as music stores or musical equipment. Anything that supports the arts. Make sure your donation letter is on official school letterhead (Music Dept. specific?) and has a form for them to fill out so that you have their business information with each donation and for what amount.
Then, you have to physically go to the businesses. Why? Because showing your face (and perhaps being in uniform and even bringing your instruments along if they are not too heavy) will put you on their preferred list of all the requests they might get for donations. Then, just nail every business you can think of. Don't focus a lot on major national chains, it's too complicated getting them to go through corporate and such. Stay locally owned businesses. It will give them good advertising opportunities.
So yeah. Craigslist ads aren't what you need. Sending letters by mail gives you a small percentage of success. PERSONALLY approaching managers and store owners and such will definitely get you donations. You can leave letters with them to look over at their leisure if they don't want to make a decision right away.
Good luck!
I just went out to businesses today looking for donations for the youth art department at the county fair. hehe! This is my advice:
You need to physically approach local businesses. Try to at first stay relevant to what you are asking donations for... such as music stores or musical equipment. Anything that supports the arts. Make sure your donation letter is on official school letterhead (Music Dept. specific?) and has a form for them to fill out so that you have their business information with each donation and for what amount.
Then, you have to physically go to the businesses. Why? Because showing your face (and perhaps being in uniform and even bringing your instruments along if they are not too heavy) will put you on their preferred list of all the requests they might get for donations. Then, just nail every business you can think of. Don't focus a lot on major national chains, it's too complicated getting them to go through corporate and such. Stay locally owned businesses. It will give them good advertising opportunities.
So yeah. Craigslist ads aren't what you need. Sending letters by mail gives you a small percentage of success. PERSONALLY approaching managers and store owners and such will definitely get you donations. You can leave letters with them to look over at their leisure if they don't want to make a decision right away.
Good luck!
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