I have 500 dollars and need a PA System

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Originally Posted by BrianE

For small venues could self powered monitors work? When I purchased my Rokit 6s my friend who turned me on to them told me he had played small venues with them and a sub. Depending on the venue and atmosphere it may be another option?

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I've used my rokit 6s for parties at my house but not out at a venue. I suppose if the place was 20 or so people it would be OK but really not the greatest idea.

Studio monitors are made to be extremely accurate, but not made for high volume.. The best starter option is an active system that you can add subs to as you take larger gigs. Start with 2 tops, and you can expand to 2 subs and 1 top on each side. After that go the passive way. Eventually it will give you more power. But for now take a look at the mackie thumps, easily the best option for now.