Bare Bones Rock Band Equipment
Bare Bones Rock Band Equipment
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Kathy_Unruh]Kathy Unruh
What are the "bare bones" needed to start a rock band? Well, besides the desire itself, one of the first requirements is having the ability to sing and/or play an instrument. Then you will need to find other band members. The size of the rock band will be up to you. Some "power bands" of the 60's (ie. Cream, The Jim Hendrix Experience) only had three members. These rock bands created a huge sound with only one lead guitar player, one bass player and a drummer. At least one of the band members will need to be able to sing, but if they all can, that's even better.
Assuming your band members have their own instruments, some additional equipment you will need when your band is playing a gig includes:
microphone(s)
mic stand(s)
guitar stand(s)
cables
assorted jacks
speakers
monitor(s)
power mixer
You can either purchase these items one by one, or find a PA package that puts it all together for one price. You will generally find a better deal in purchasing a package when you are just starting out. There are many different combinations to choose from, so it depends on what your needs are. Some factors to consider are whether your rock band will be primarily playing indoors or out doors, how many instruments and mics will be plugging into the system, how large and heavy the equipment is, etc.
After all this is acquired, your rock band will need to memorize and create a "set" of songs they can perform at short notice. Then you should find a public setting for your first debut. Some places to consider are schools, churches, fairs, coffee houses, restaurants, etc. You might even approach some restaurant owners to see if any would be willing to sponsor an open mic once a month. Try to convince them that live music can be good for business!
Make sure your rock band looks for opportunities to play as often as possible. The more exposure your band gets, the better likelihood there is of creating some devoted fans. Once your fan base is established, your chances for greater success down the road are more likely to be realized.
Kathy Unruh is a singer/songwriter and webmaster of ABC Learn Guitar. She has been writing songs and providing guitar lessons to students of all ages for over 20 years.
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