Question Professional Karaoke Machine I can get at Amazon?

[preguntonontrack]

I have a great sound system at my bussiness place I just need the karoeke system to add to this sound system, maybe I can add a TV too.

 

[Darkbreeze]

Are you looking to be able to play traditional CDG disks or digital MP3+G files? Do you need microphones to come with it or are you looking to get those separately?

 

[preguntonontrack]

Are you looking to be able to play traditional CDG disks or digital MP3+G files? Do you need microphones to come with it or are you looking to get those separately?

I dont know too much about these things but i guess mp3 and maybe online songs? I want something for a bar with a big tv that displays the lyrics and song options.

 

[USAFRet]

What do other bars in your area use?
What features do they lack or that you like?

No need to go into this cold. See what works elsewhere.

 

[Darkbreeze]

And, in most towns, you REALLY need to do your research because the majority of them, in the US anyway, require you to have a license. Failure to do so results in VERY steep fines and legal problems.

https://www.avvo.com/legal-answers/what-kind-of-license-do-i-need-for-a-karaoke-busin-1523402.html

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Do you have the licensing in place, because if you don't I would suggest you look into that BEFORE purchasing any equipment. Especially since you already have music equipment installed there. You might already be in violation.

 

[preguntonontrack]

And, in most towns, you REALLY need to do your research because the majority of them, in the US anyway, require you to have a license. Failure to do so results in VERY steep fines and legal problems.

https://www.avvo.com/legal-answers/what-kind-of-license-do-i-need-for-a-karaoke-busin-1523402.html

You Might Need a License to Play Music in Your Small Business | NFIB

We've heard from an NFIB member who was threatened with a lawsuit and exorbitant penalties after a music-licensing organization found that she’d been playing music at her business without a license. With so much confusion about music licensing, here’s what you need to know.

www.nfib.com

Do you have the licensing in place, because if you don't I would suggest you look into that BEFORE purchasing any equipment. Especially since you already have music equipment installed there. You might already be in violation.

Yeah we do, we actually stream and play music and we comply with the sound contamination regulations too.

 

[preguntonontrack]

Maybe if I already have the laptop connected tot he internet hooked up to the console the sound system and microphones ... I just need a good Karaoke software?

 

[Darkbreeze]

I play ALL of my CD+G/MP3+G files from my laptop. It can be done. Unfortunately I can't give you that information on here as it would be a violation of our guidelines since it's technically breaking the protections but you can find that information through a brief search of any of the karaoke forums and you might be able to even find a software player these days on one of the disk retailer sites. It can certainly be done.

 

[preguntonontrack]

So any software recommendations?

 

[King_V]

I know one guy who uses WinAmp for it, interestingly enough. I didn't know WinAmp was still out there.

That said, the two other DJs that I'm familiar with use VirtualDJ. There's a free "home" version to try out for non-professional use. The paid version allows for professional use, as well as use of controller/mixer hardware.

That's about all I know - I am NOT a DJ, and I use the free version at home to kind of learn/get comfortable with the songs.


What I would like to know is where the hell I can get SoundChoice files LEGALLY, and for personal use only.

 

[Darkbreeze]

Karaoke for directx 3.0. Probably need the beta2 release if you are running windows 10. That's all I'm going to say. Unlike other industries, the karaoke industry and the companies that sell or license the hardware, software and discs, are vigorously aggressive when it comes to searching out and going after companies or individuals so just be aware of that.

This however, is legit, but not free. It is probably the best paid option for a venue though.

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