Fender Passport Deluxe PD-150 -- Best Price; Great Review

There are instances where individuals just don't need the hassle that comes with setting up and wiring a traditional PA when all they're looking to do is project their voice(s) to an audience. A small power mixer wouldn't be all that cumbersome but the free-standing and heavy speaker cabs certainly are and connecting the XLR cables takes time as well.

If you've wished there was an easier way to have vocal amplification at the ready for smaller gatherings you'll be pleased to know one of the more prominent trends in electronics these days is operational consolidation. The aim is to make products easier for consumers to use and offer more function with less bulk.

The Fender Passport Deluxe PD-150 is a perfect example of this trend applied to personal amplifiers and the convenience, function and durability it brings with it makes it ideal for the aforementioned scenarios. For starters, it comes in luggage style durable molded case with the power mixer console flanked by two speaker cabinets that attach inwards to cover and protect the console face during transport. The console itself features an easy-lift handle - asides from this all-in-one unit all you need is microphones (one is included with cable and clip), patch cords and a power source. At only 28 lbs it can be transported by a single person with ease.

Don't assume they've skimped on componentry in putting this little workhorse together. The Fender PD-150 boasts a surprisingly powerful 150 watt (75 x2) power amp at the command of a 4-channel mixer and a pair of proprietary DSA speaker design cabinets. Each houses a 5.5 inch woofer and dual 2.75 inch tweeters for impressively clear sound reproduction. Four line inputs (3 mic 1 mono / stereo) are easily accessible at the base of the console and digital reverb is included. A pair of 20 foot speaker cables means you can locate the cabs anywhere you wish.

This Fender portable PA provides pick up-n-go convenience along with quality operation and serious durability. From public speaking to smaller vocal performances to community sports announcing, the PD-150 represents PA the easy way.