How To Host Your Own Karaoke Night

Young group of people singing Karaoke around a speaker

Looking for a great way to entertain the kids this weekend? Or are you looking to take your dinner parties to the next level?  Why not turn your living room or outdoor area into your very own Karaoke Bar, complete with a powerful Karaoke Speaker, wireless microphones, flashing LED lights and even an electric guitar!
There are many options to choose from when planning a Karaoke party, however getting the basics right can greatly enhance your experience and provide many years of entertainment.
What you'll need. The basics:

KARAOKE SPEAKER

Karaoke speakers come in many different shapes and sizes and for a party, it pays to go big, but not too big. Features to look out for are Bluetooth compatibility, a built-in rechargeable battery (great for backyard parties), a MIC input and two wireless microphones. Having two wireless mics instantly increases the fun with the added convenience of singing wirelessly with a partner. LED flashing light are also a great addition and come standard on most modern speakers.

OUR PICK:

Bluetooth Karaoke Speaker with LED lights

EDEN ED-839 Bluetooth Karaoke Speaker with Dual Wireless Microphones.
RRP $399
Available from precisionaudio.com.au

A great mid-size Karaoke speaker, the ED-839 has all the features you'd expect including:
  • Bluetooth
  • Built-in rechargeable battery
  • LED flashing lights
  • Twin wireless microphones with digital display
  • Microphone and guitar input
  • USB & TF card input
  • FM radio
  • Record to USB function
Standing at 720mm high, and weighing only 12kg, it's the perfect combination of power and portability. With an impressive 40W RMS, you can entertain your whole family and their friends without anyone missing the action.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

The best way to experience Karaoke is with a direct connection to a smart TV (with an internet connection) and select from YouTube's huge range of Karaoke songs.
TV
Connection: Plug the speaker directly into your smart TV using a twin RCA cable and the sound will now play through your speaker.
Playback:
The most popular way to stream Karaoke is via YouTube and the best part is it’s free! Simply load the app, and search “ Karaoke” or your “favourite song + Karaoke” and select from the 1000s of options available.
Some other paid apps include:

Stingray Karaoke:
Choose from over 100,000 tracks for as little as $4.95 for 48hrs.
App can be downloaded straight to your TV and streaming is instant.

Singa

  • Cost: $10.99 p/m or take advantage of the 30-day free trial
  • Features include pitch adjustment and guide vocals
  • Tracks: over 80,000 tracks

Smule

  • Cost: $60 p/y for the VIP experience
  • Smule is an interactive social app where you’re able to record and post songs
  • Features: Pitch correction and microphone effects as well as an acapella option
  • Tracks: over 14 million


OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

A Karaoke Speaker and TV is all you need to host a successful Karaoke night. However, why not go all-out and take advantage of the speaker's full capacity. Additional items can enhance the fun and involve more of your friends in the performance.

WIRED MICROPHONE

Want to add an extra singer? Plug a wired microphone directly into the unit and extend the fun.

OUR PICK:
Precision Audio Wired Microphone

WG-198 Precision Audio Wired Microphone with 5m lead.
RRP $19.95
Available at precisionaudio.com.au


LED PARTY LIGHT

Boost the ambience in your living room with a rotating LED party light. Compact and powerful, the bright LED lights project on to the ceiling and walls and plugs straight into a power outlet for endless ambience.

OUR PICK:

RGB LED Mini Disco Party Light Glow Ball

LED Mini Disco Party Light.
RRP $19.95
Available at precisionaudio.com.au

 


ELECTRIC GUITAR

Everyone has a friend who prefers a guitar over the microphone. Why not add to the fun and plug an electric guitar directly into the speaker via the 1/4” jack input.

 OUR PICK:

Freedom 6 String Electric Guitar Sunburst

ST-SB Freedom 6 String Electric Guitar.
RRP $199
Available at precisionaudio.com.au

 


TAMBOURINE

Keep your friends entertained with a hand held tambourine. Easy to use and an ideal low cost extra.

OUR PICK:

Freedom Double Ring Half Moon Tambourine

MT4 Freedom Half Moon Tambourine 
RRP $17.99
Available at precisionaudio.com.au

 


HARMONICA

Another great low cost add-on for fans of the blues. 

OUR PICK:

Freedom 10 Hole Harmonica

Freedom Harmonica Key of C | 10 Hole MH006
RRP $13.99
Available at precisionaudio.com.au

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