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Audio Equipment
Below are products we've used and tested, and we have a good experience with them!
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Audio equipment, Mixers, Audio cables, Lighting, Audio accessories
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Shure SM137 Cardioid Instrument Condenser Probe Microphone with Thin Diaphragm, Class-A Preamplifier, 15db Pad for Performance Consistency, Low Self-Noise, Plus Mic Clip and Zippered Pouch (SM137-LC)
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CHAUVET DJ DMX-4LED 4-Channel Dimmer Pack with American DJ Accu-cable 3-pin DMX Cable (50') Bundle
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CHAUVET DJ (CHDDJ) LED Lighting (Intimidator Scan 360)
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Shure BLX1 Wireless Bodypack Transmitter with On/Off Switch, Adjustable Gain Control and TQG Connector, for use with BLX Wireless Systems (Receiver Sold Separately) - H9 Band
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Shure CVL Centraverse Lavalier Microphone - Condenser Mic for Professional Presentations, Clip-On for Hands-Free Use, TA4F (TQG) Connector Seamlessly Integrates with Shure Wireless Systems
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Shure SLXD14/93 Combo Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and WL93 Lavalier Mic
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Shure BLX188/CVL Wireless Microphone System for Two Presenters with BLX88 Dual Channel Receiver, 2X BLX1 Bodypacks and 2X CVL Centraverse Lavalier Condenser Mics - H9 Band
https://amzn.to/3UllKr0
Shure SLXD14/98H Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and Beta 98H/C Clip-on Gooseneck Mic, SLXD14/98H-G58
https://amzn.to/3ZPFnbD
Shure GLX-D+ Dual Band Pro Digital Wireless Wireless Lavalier Microphone System for Church, Presentations & More, with WL185 Cardioid Lav Mic, 300 ft Range, 12 hr Battery (GLXD14+/85-Z3)
https://amzn.to/3zHqopM
Shure SLXD14/85 Combo Wireless Microphone System with Bodypack and WL185 Lavalier Mic
https://amzn.to/3mmGli2
Shure BLX14/B98 Wireless Microphone System with BLX4 Receiver, BLX1 Bodypack Transmitter and BETA 98H/C Mini Clip-on Gooseneck Instrument Mic for Brass, Woodwind and Percussion Instruments - H9 Band
https://amzn.to/40Vcso6
Shure SM35 Performance Headset Condenser Microphone for Hands-Free Audio, TQG Connector for use with Shure Wireless Systems - Bodypack Transmitter Sold Separately (SM35-TQG)
https://amzn.to/3Ulzd1O
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HOSONGIN 3 Pin XLR Male to 5 Pin XLR Female DMX Adapter Cable for Microphone DMX DMX512 Stage Lighting Turnaround, Length 12 inch /1 Foot, 2 Pack
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ADJ Products AC3PDMX50PRO Accu 3-Pin DMX Cable, 50', Black
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Sennheiser Professional E 835 Dynamic Cardioid Vocal
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Amazon Basics Adjustable Boom Height Microphone Stand with Tripod
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Neewer Square Color Gel Filter (12 x 12" Sheets, 8-Pack)
Neewer Square Color Gel Filter (12 x 12" Sheets, 8-Pack) (bhphotovideo.com)
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ETC Color Frame 6.25"
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SZRMCC Mini XLR 4 Pin TA4M Male to TA4F Female Audio Extension Cable for Shure Headsets Microphones
https://amzn.to/3H7u4UY
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Mini-XLR 4pin TA4M/TA4F Extension cable L-4E6S for Audio Balanced Microphone MIC
https://www.ebay.com/itm/255623980268
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MiniDSP UMIK-1:
Acoustic Measurement Tools: UMIK-1 (minidsp.com)
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Neutrik NL4FX 4-Pole speakON Cable Connector, Dark Grey Bushing - 4pk
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https://amzn.to/3FSOQqI (paid link)
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CHAUVET DJ DMX-4 LED Lighting Dimmer/Relay Pack | Lighting Accessories
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ENTTEC DMX USB Pro 512-Ch USB DMX Interface
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https://amzn.to/3VeAlE2 (paid link)
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Cable Matters 2-Pack Premium XLR to XLR Microphone Cable 10 Feet, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) XLR Male to Female Cord/XLR Cables/Mic Cable
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DBX DriveRack PA 2 x 6 PA Management Processor with Display & US. W/ 3 XLR Cables.
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https://amzn.to/3SnVomS (paid link)
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DBX AFS2 Feedback Eliminator
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https://amzn.to/37JSer3 (paid link)
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Shure MX202W/C Condenser Microphone - Cardioid
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https://amzn.to/3OMSx4O (paid link)
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Rode Wireless GO II 2-Person Compact Wireless Mic System/Recorder Bundle with 2x Rode Lavalier GO Omnidirectional Lavalier Mic
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https://amzn.to/37SNU8W (paid link)
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Rode Wireless GO Compact Wireless Microphone System with Transmitter and Receiver, White With Rode Lavalier GO Professional-Grade Wearable Microphone, White
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https://amzn.to/38wSWYD (paid link)
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Shure MX202B/C Condenser Microphone - Cardioid
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https://amzn.to/373CLlm (paid link)
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Shure MX202W-A/N Microflex Overhead Microphone Housing - White
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https://amzn.to/3zcujvF (paid link)
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Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface, for Producers, Musicians, Bands, Content Creators — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record
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https://amzn.to/3vnNZu9 (paid link)
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dbx AFS2 Advanced Feedback Suppression Processor with Full LCD Display
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https://amzn.to/3Kskw6J (paid link)
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Furman M-8x2 Merit X Series M-8x2 Power Conditioner
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https://amzn.to/3vP1ySl (paid link)
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BEHRINGER X32
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https://amzn.to/3wDOMbd (paid link)
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Xvive U4 Wireless in-Ear Monitor System Transmitter and Beltpack Receiver Personal IEM for Studio, Band Rehearsal,Live Performance,Camera Record
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https://amzn.to/3wCHggv (paid link)
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Mackie MP Series In-Ear Headphones & Monitors with Dual Drivers (MP-220)
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https://amzn.to/3sPrNaw (paid link)
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Shure Instrument Condenser Microphone, Black/Gray, Single (P3TR112GR-J13)
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https://amzn.to/3KrQyzC (paid link)
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Monoprice Premier Series XLR Male to XLR Female - 25ft - Black - Gold Plated | 16AWG Copper Wire Conductors [Microphone & Interconnect]
https://amzn.to/3wGbq1j (paid link)
Cable Matters 6.35mm (1/4 Inch) TRS to XLR Cable 25 ft Male to Male (XLR to TRS Cable, XLR to 1/4 Cable, 1/4 to XLR Cable)
https://amzn.to/3wEsRjO (paid link)
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Cable Matters 6.35mm (1/4 Inch) TRS to XLR Cable 10 ft Male to Male (XLR to TRS Cable, XLR to 1/4 Cable, 1/4 to XLR Cable)
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https://amzn.to/3NviPac (paid link)
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Cable Matters Premium Braided Balanced 1/4 Inch TRS Cable 10 ft (1/4 to 1/4 Cable)
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https://amzn.to/3OPt5Lp (paid link)
Shure BETA 58A Supercardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone with A25D Adjustable Stand Adapter, 5/8” to 3/8” (Euro) Thread Adapter and Storage Bag
https://amzn.to/3lF20xK (paid link)
Seismic Audio - SALS-12x4x100 - 12 Channel 100' Pro Stage XLR Snake Cable (XLR & 1/4" TRS Returns) for Recording, Stage, Studio use
https://amzn.to/3EVXDrb​ (paid link)
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Crown XLi1500 Two-channel, 450-Watt at 4Ω Power Amplifier
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https://amzn.to/3F0l2aX (paid link)
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Seismic Audio - SASPT14-50 - 50 Foot Speakon to 1/4" PA DJ Speaker Cable - 2 Conductor - 14 Guage
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https://amzn.to/3LAMhLS (paid link)
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Yamaha PX5 Dual Channel 2x800W Lightweight Power Amplifier w/ DSP
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https://amzn.to/3vqU2hs (paid link)
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Seismic Audio - TW12S50 - 50 Foot Speakon to Speakon PA/DJ Speaker Cable - 2 Conductor - 12 Guage
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https://amzn.to/3y2e57Y (paid link)
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JBL Professional EON ONE Compact All-In-One Battery-Powered Personal PA System with Bluetooth
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https://amzn.to/3vrZtge (paid link)
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Monoprice Premier Series 1/4 Inch (TRS) Male to Male Cable Cord - 6 Feet- Black 16AWG (Gold Plated)
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https://amzn.to/3MBIPk2 (paid link)
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Behringer XR18 Digital Mixer
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https://amzn.to/3rWiLrN (paid link)
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Shure C129 12-Feet Cable 3-Pin Mini Connector (TA3F) to Male XLR for MX393
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https://amzn.to/3s1Coin (paid link)
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Shure RK100PK RFI Resistant Inline Preamp for All MX Models (Black)
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https://amzn.to/3KwEAF5 (paid link)
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onelinkmore Mini XLR TA4F 4Pin Female Audio Connector Microphone Cable Socket Adapter Mini XLR Jack,4 Pin for Pro Microphones Pack of 2
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https://amzn.to/3vXbpFK (paid link)
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XLR Connector, EBXYA 3 Pins Male and Female Microphone Audio Cable Connector 10 Colored Pairs XLR Adapter Connectors DMX Microphone Connector
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https://amzn.to/3LyTxaL (paid link)
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Behringer Xenyx 802 Premium 8-Input 2-Bus Mixer with Xenyx Mic Preamps and British EQs
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https://amzn.to/3MGU5fl (paid link)
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Behringer Xenyx 802 Premium 8-Input 2-Bus Mixer with Xenyx Mic Preamps and British EQs
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https://amzn.to/3lydHXg (paid link)
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QSC K12.2 Active 12" Powered 2000 Watt Loudspeaker
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https://amzn.to/3PGbfeU (paid link)
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Shure Stage Performance Kit with SM58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone, 15' XLR Cable, Mic Stand, A25D Mic Clip and Storage Bag, Perfect for Onstage or Studio (SM58-CN BTS)
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https://amzn.to/3GPBFah (paid link)
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Shure SM58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone with 25' XLR Cable, Pneumatic Shock Mount, Spherical Mesh Grille with Built-in Pop Filter, A25D Mic Clip, Storage Bag, 3-pin XLR Connector (SM58-CN)
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https://amzn.to/3GV1SnC (paid link)
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Sennheiser Professional E 935 Dynamic Cardioid Vocal Microphone
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https://amzn.to/3NS8LZp (paid link)
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Sennheiser 3x e 835 Wired Cardioid Handheld Dynamic Lead Vocal Stage Microphone with Clip - With 3x Pyle PPMCL15 15ft Symmetric Microphone Cable, XLR Female to XLR Male
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https://amzn.to/3GRYD0e (paid link)
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Sennheiser e 965 Large Diaphragm Condenser Handheld Microphone
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https://amzn.to/3MA7tRT (paid link)
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AKG D5 Vocal Dynamic Microphone
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https://amzn.to/3zj4t9b (paid link)
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Shure BETA 87A Supercardioid Single-Element Vocal Condenser Microphone for Studio Recording and Live Performances with A25D Mic Clip and Storage Bag
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https://amzn.to/3xiRbbA (paid link)
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Cable Matters 22AWG Stage Light DMX Cable 25 ft / 7.6m with 3-Pin XLR Connector
https://amzn.to/3O41Qwi (paid link)
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Cable Matters 2-Pack 22AWG Stage Light DMX Cable 6 ft / 1.8m with 3-Pin XLR Connector
https://amzn.to/3tyL7JF (paid link)
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Hosa DMT-414 3-Pin DMX-512 XLR3M Terminator
https://amzn.to/3QnicSs (paid link)
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Cable Matters 2-Pack 5 Pin to 3 Pin DMX Lighting Cable 6 Inches (5-Pin Male to 3-Pin Female XLR Cable, 3 Pin to 5 Pin DMX Adapter Cable) in Black
https://amzn.to/39liCIt (paid link)
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Cable Matters 2-Pack 22AWG Stage Light DMX Cable 10 ft / 3m with 3-Pin XLR Connector
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Enttec Open DMX USB 70303 Lighting Controller Interface ( Open Source / Hardware Only )
https://amzn.to/39jr1vY (paid link)
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Devinal Professional SpeakOn Speaker Adapter Connectors 4 Pole Plug Twist Lock Compatible with Neutrik Speakon NA4LJ, NA4LJX, NL4MP, NL4MPR, NL4FC, NL4FX, NL4 & NL2 Series, NL2FC, Speak-On- 4 Pack
https://amzn.to/3ntdBRP (paid link)
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Monoprice 601500 2-pole NL4 Female Speaker Twist Connector
https://amzn.to/3Oyxylt (paid link)
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12 Neutrik NL4FX 4pole High-Load Locking SpeakON Speaker Amp Connector Cable End
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Nobsound Little Bear 3(1)-in-1(3)-Out XLR Balance Stereo Audio Switch Switcher Passive Selector Splitter Box (MC103)
https://amzn.to/3nEcgaO
ART P16 XLR Balanced Patchbay
https://amzn.to/3agiKcH
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Hosa HXX-001.5 REAN XLR3F to XLR3M Pro Balanced Interconnect Cable, 1.5 feet
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Monoprice Premier Series XLR Male to XLR Female - 1.5ft - Black - Gold Plated | 16AWG Copper Wire Conductors [Microphone & Interconnect]
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Shure PGA48-XLR Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone with 15' XLR-XLR Cable, Black, 5.00 x 10.00 x 3.50
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Furman Power Conditioner (SS6B) black
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American DJ Mega Hex Par Low Profile LED RGBAW + UV Wash Effect Light (8 Pack)
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American DJ Mega Hex Par Low Profile LED RGBAW + Can Wash Effect Light (4 Pack)
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Cable Matters 2-Pack 22AWG Stage Light DMX Cable 10 ft / 3m with 3-Pin XLR Connector
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Cable Matters 2-Pack 22AWG Stage Light DMX Cable 3 ft / 0.9m with 3-Pin XLR Connector
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ADJ Products AC3PM5PFM 3P Male XLR to 5P Female XLR Cable
https://amzn.to/3bCzxYa
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American DJ 5-Pin Male to 3-Pin Female XLR Turnaround DMX Cable Pack of 2
https://amzn.to/3zDmgXr
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Hosa HMP-006Y REAN 3.5 mm TRS to Dual 1/4 inch TS Pro Stereo Breakout Cable, 6 Feet Cable Length, 24 AWG Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Conductors for Enhanced Signal Clarity
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Cable Matters 4-Pack RCA to 1/4 Adapter (1/4 to RCA Adapter)
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Cordinate 10 ft Cord Cover Floor, Cord Protector, Cord Management, Cord Concealer, Cable Hider and Cable Raceway, Extension Cord Cover, Black, 49628
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Apple Lightning to 3.5 mm Headphone Jack Adapter
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Dayton Audio UMM-6 USB Measurement Microphone
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Cable Matters 2-Pack XLR to XLR Gender Changer Adapter - Male to Male
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Cable Matters 2-Pack XLR to XLR Gender Changer Adapter - Female to Female
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Behringer Eurolive B108D 300W 8 Inches Powered Speaker
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PreSonus AIR15 2-Way Active Sound-Reinforcement Loudspeaker
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Dayton Audio EMM-6 Electret Measurement Microphone,Silver
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Behringer ECM8000 Ultra-Linear Measurement Condenser Microphone
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CHAUVET PROFESSIONAL SC-07 Safety Cable (35")
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https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1191102-REG/chauvet_sc07_sc_07_safety_cable.html
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Cable Matters 2-Pack 6.35mm 1/4 Inch TRS to XLR Adapter - Male to Male
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Cable Matters Premium Braided 3.5mm to 1/4 Inch Audio Cable 6 ft (1/4 to 3.5mm Cable)
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Cable Matters 3.5mm TRS to Dual 6.35mm TS Breakout Cable 6 ft, 1/8 to Dual 1/4 Cable
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Hosa CPR-202 Dual 1/4" TS to Dual RCA Stereo Interconnect Cable, 2 Meters
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Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Recording, Songwriting, Streaming and Podcasting — High-Fidelity, Studio Quality Recording, and All the Software You Need to Record
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iFi Zen Air Blue - High Resolution Bluetooth Streamer - Update Your System with high res Audio Streaming
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Bose S1 Pro Portable Bluetooth Speaker System with Battery, Black
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Mackie FreePlay LIVE,150W 2ch Personal PA System with Bluetooth, 1/8" Aux & 1/4"/XLR Combo Inputs - Black (FreePlay LIVE)
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Mackie Thump Go 8" Portable Bluetooth Battery-Powered Loudspeaker Bundle with Steel Speaker Stand and XLR-XLR Cable
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CHAUVET DJ CLP-15N Narrow Half Coupler Clamp
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https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1025866-REG/chauvet_clp_15n_narrow_half_coupler.html
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American DJ ADJ RGBW4C IR 32-Channel DMX Controller For Lights+DMX Cables
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Blizzard Cool Cable Grounded Male Edison 14-Gauge Mains Power Cable (25')
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Monoprice 114559 NEMA 5-15p to powerCON Connector - 6 Feet, With SJT-rated jacket, 16 AWG - Stage Right Series,Black
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Blizzard Cool Cable Grounded Male Edison 14-Gauge PC-MAIN-1425 (bhphotovideo.com)
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CHAUVET DJ LED Lighting (CLP-05)
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PYLE-PRO On-Ear Audio Condenser Microphone - Portable Omnidirectional Wired Headset Condenser Mic With 4 Pin Mini XLR Cable and Windscreen - Works with Shure System - PMEMS10 (Skin Tone), Beige
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PYLE-PRO Double Over Ear Microphone Headset - fessional Hands Free Omnidirectional Wired Audio Boom Condenser Microphone Headset w/ 4 Pin Mini XLR, 1.2m Cable, and Windscreen - Pyle PMHMS20 (Beige)
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