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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Hi Kristen,
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">I know of the type of system that Bob mentioned and have heard very good things about the
<a href="http://www.happieamp.com/happieamp2.html">Happy Amp</a> brand from other performers. It may very well be the next system I purchase. Major PROs: simplicity, ease of use and portability. Small CONs: sound quality is sufficient though not spectacular,
and it’s not very expandable. Think of it as a carry-on item if you were taking a trip.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">As a performer myself I already have a Fender Passport 250 watt system that I am very happy with (an earlier model of the current 300 Pro). I can plug in a
more things if needed and it easily puts out enough volume for several hundred people outdoors. PROs: Lots of versatility. CONs: weight and possible complexity for some people. Think of it as definitely checked-baggage for your trip. I’ll actually be
bringing it with me to your library for a show this summer!<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">Hope that helps. I’m willing to share more detail if you have more questions. You can contact me below.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"BIRTH OF A HERO";color:#1F497D">Brad Clark</span></b><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"BIRTH OF A HERO";color:#1F497D">Wilsonville Public Library</span></b><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"BIRTH OF A HERO";color:#1F497D">Youth Services Dept.</span></b><span style="color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"BIRTH OF A HERO";color:#1F497D">503.570.1592
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:13.5pt;font-family:"BIRTH OF A HERO";color:#1F497D">clark@wilsonvillelibrary.org</span></b><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D">or<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:#1F497D"><a href="mailto:bradstorysong@hotmail.com">bradstorysong@hotmail.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"">From:</span></b><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif""> libs-or-bounces@listsmart.osl.state.or.us [mailto:libs-or-bounces@listsmart.osl.state.or.us]
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Bob Jones<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, November 21, 2012 11:56 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> 'Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney'; libs-or@listsmart.osl.state.or.us<br>
<b>Subject:</b> Re: [Libs-Or] Portable PA suggestions?<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:navy">Several years ago we purchased a Hisonic HS-321 portable PA system (Yeah, I know; I never heard of ‘em, either). It’s very compact, about 6x7x12 inches. Runs on
AC or off its built-in rechargeable battery. Works with wired or wireless microphones. Also has an AUX input/output for tapes or CDs. Costs about $200 at amazon.com.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:navy">We use it in our community room (about 32x34, 1100 square feet. I have used it in venues at least twice as large. I’ve used it for eBay workshops and Oldies Night
programs around the state. Absolutely no problems with it.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:navy">This might fit your needs at a bargain price.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:navy">Bob Jones</span><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:navy">Milton-Freewater Public Library</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<b>From:</b> libs-or-bounces@listsmart.osl.state.or.us [mailto:libs-or-bounces@listsmart.osl.state.or.us]
<b>On Behalf Of </b>Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Wednesday, November 21, 2012 11:00 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> libs-or@listsmart.osl.state.or.us<br>
<b>Subject:</b> [Libs-Or] Portable PA suggestions?</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"">We're looking at purchasing a portable PA set-up (mic and speakers) for events at the library. What we'd be looking for is something we could move
from room to room in the library, that could easily be used for readings, open mic poetry, larger events, etc. We're looking at some of the Fender PA products, but does anyone have any suggestions for products that have worked particularly well, or that should
be avoided? We think our Foundation will fund pretty much anything under $1,000.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma","sans-serif"">Kirsten Brodbeck-Kenney<br>
Library Director<br>
Driftwood Public Library<br>
801 SW HWY 101, #201<br>
Lincoln City, OR 97367<br>
(541)996-1251<br>
<a href="mailto:kbrodbeck-kenney@lincolncity.org">kbrodbeck-kenney@lincolncity.org</a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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