PA Sizing Guide

Choosing a PA system comes down to three questions:

1: What kind of event is it?

2: How many people need to hear it?

3: What are your audio sources?

If you can answer those three questions, this guide will walk you through selecting the best system for your event.

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Small Gathering Packages

For backyard parties, house concerts, rehearsals, small ceremonies, yoga sessions, or any gathering under 50 people, a compact self-powered PA is all you need. These systems are portable, quick to set up, and loud enough to fill the space without overkill.

1–15 People

The S1 Pro is a battery-powered, all-in-one PA that goes anywhere. No cables, no mixer, no setup hassle. Ideal for a patio gathering, cocktail hour music, a solo performer, or any situation where you need clean sound in a small space.

15–50 People

The L1 Pro8 is a vertical column array that projects wide, even coverage without the hot spots you get from a traditional box style speaker. Great for speeches, presentations, solo musicians, or a small reception.

DJ Packages

DJ packages are built around full-range mains and optional subwoofer for deep bass. These cover any DJ setup, prom, club night, school dance, bar, birthdays, or dance reception. Selection is based on audience size and whether you need a microphone for announcements or toasts.

Backyard — Under 50 People

Small — 50 to 150 People

Medium — 150 to 300 People

No subwoofer:

With subwoofer:

Large — 300 to 600 People

No subwoofer:

With subwoofer:

Extra Large — 600 to 1,000 People

Festival — Large Outdoor Show

Subwoofer note: Add one when bass is central to the music (hip-hop, EDM, dancehall) or when the space is large and open. Skip it for background music, speeches, or smaller rooms.

Live Sound Packages: Bands, Performers & Events

Live sound packages are built around a mixing console with multiple input channels for microphones, instruments, and direct inputs. To find your system determine the number of input channels you need, whether you want a subwoofer, and whether the performers need stage monitors (speakers pointed at the performers so they can hear themselves)

Small — Up to 100 People

A duo, a solo acoustic act, a small ceremony with a PA and one or two mics.

Medium — 100 to 300 People

A full band, mid-size corporate event with multiple mics, church service, or school production. Packages split by input count, subwoofer, and stage monitors.

6-Channel:

16-Channel:

Large — 300 to 600 People

Full production concerts, outdoor festivals, large college events, major corporate shows. Dual mains, sub arrays, full monitor system.

6-Channel:

16-Channel:

Extra Large — 600 to 1,000 People

Corporate Event Packages — Meetings, Conferences & Presentations

Corporate packages are built around the format of your event, not just the headcount. The four formats — Panel Discussion, Keynote Address, Podium Speaking, and Emcee + Shared Wireless mic. Each have distinct microphone and placement needs. All packages come in three sizes and are available with or without a projector & screen..

Small Corporate — Up to 75 Attendees

Panel Discussion — multiple speakers at a table, each with their own mic

Keynote Address — one primary speaker with handheld or lapel mic

Podium Speaking — fixed podium mic, single speaker position

Emcee + Shared Wireless — roaming emcee mic plus shared wireless for audience Q&A

Medium Corporate — 75 to 200 Attendees

Panel Discussion

Keynote Address

Podium Speaking

Emcee + Shared Wireless

Large Corporate — 200 to 500 Attendees

Panel Discussion

Keynote Address

Podium Speaking

Emcee + Shared Wireless

Wedding Packages — Ceremony, Reception, or Both

Wedding packages cover the two distinct sound needs: Ceremony and Reception. Each has destinct sound requirements. Your ceremony needs clear present sound for speech with the ability to accommodate musicians and music playback and mics for readings. Receptions need powerful sound for music. Subwoofers powerful bass and microphones for toasts and speaches. You can rent each separately or bundle them in one package.

Small — Up to 75 Guests

Medium — 75 to 150 Guests

Large — 150 to 300 Guests

Karaoke Packages — Streaming Karaoke Systems

Both karaoke packages use a streaming-based music source. Access to a huge song library via app.

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