{"id":42583,"date":"2024-12-31T15:32:49","date_gmt":"2024-12-31T15:32:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/?p=42583"},"modified":"2024-12-31T15:32:56","modified_gmt":"2024-12-31T15:32:56","slug":"how-to-do-karaoke-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Do Karaoke at Home \u2013 A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#Things_to_consider_when_throwing_a_karaoke_party\" >Things to consider when throwing a karaoke party<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#How_to_do_karaoke_at_home\" >How to do karaoke at home<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#1_Plug_in_your_karaoke_machine_if_youre_using_one\" >1. Plug in your karaoke machine (if you\u2019re using one)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#2_Set_up_your_speakers\" >2. Set up your speakers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#3_Connect_your_microphones\" >3. Connect your microphones<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#4_Control_audio_levels_with_a_sound_mixer\" >4. Control audio levels with a sound mixer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#5_Organise_your_song_library\" >5. Organise your song library<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#6_Sound_check\" >6. Sound check<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#Our_tips_for_throwing_the_best_karaoke_party\" >Our tips for throwing the best karaoke party<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#1_Get_some_song_requests_before_the_party\" >1. Get some song requests before the party<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#2_Keep_a_playlist_going_in_between_karaoke_songs\" >2. Keep a playlist going in between karaoke songs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#3_Think_about_lights_costumes_and_props\" >3. Think about lights, costumes, and props<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#How_do_I_do_karaoke_at_home_without_a_machine\" >How do I do karaoke at home without a machine?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#Do_I_need_a_mixer_for_home_karaoke\" >Do I need a mixer for home karaoke?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#Can_I_do_karaoke_on_my_smart_TV\" >Can I do karaoke on my smart TV?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/how-to-do-karaoke-at-home\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>One of the most popular kinds of parties, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/karaoke-machines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">karaoke<\/a><\/strong> is an incredibly fun way to get all your friends together and have a great time. But sometimes you don\u2019t want to have to reserve a space at a busy bar to have a sing-along with your friends. That\u2019s where at-home karaoke comes in. And the best thing is that it\u2019s super easy to set up.<\/p>\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll teach you <strong>how to do karaoke at home<\/strong>, giving you recommendations for the equipment you need and the things to consider when setting up.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Secondhand-live.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Secondhand live gear&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Secondhand-live&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/secondhand\/live-gear?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=secondhand_live&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Secondhand Live Sound Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;41665&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s everything you need for a karaoke party.<\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-293\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-293\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Equipment<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Recommendation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Karaoke machine (optional)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Home-Audio\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine\/6M3U\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Karaoke Ultimate Bluetooth Karaoke Machine<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Microphones (at least two)<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-e835-Cardioid-Vocal-Microphone\/4S4\" target=\"_blank\">Sennheiser e835<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Speaker<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Bose-S1-Proand-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System\/5M0I\" target=\"_blank\">Bose S1 Pro+<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Sound mixer<\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer\/SIZ\" target=\"_blank\">SubZero SZ-MIX04 4-Channel Mini Mixer<\/a><\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-293 from cache -->\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/party-gear&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP PARTY GEAR&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Things to consider when throwing a karaoke party&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_consider_when_throwing_a_karaoke_party\"><\/span>Things to consider when throwing a karaoke party<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before you start purchasing equipment, think about where you\u2019ll be setting up and how big you want your party to be.<\/p>\n<p>Firstly, what size is your living room? Supposing this is where karaoke will be held, you\u2019ll want to ensure you have space for your karaoke machine and speakers and for guests to move around and sing. Luckily, you can get some compact karaoke equipment that\u2019s easy to set up and put away when not in use.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, consider the number of singers that will be performing at any one time. Usually, a karaoke setup will have two mics \u2013 which is what we\u2019ll stick to in this article. But if you want a setup that allows for more performers, make sure to look at the number of mic inputs on the karaoke machine or speakers.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on how many people will be at your party, chances are, there will be varied music tastes. So, make sure to have a song list that covers a range of genres, with all those classic karaoke tracks as well as more obscure options. In this respect, it\u2019s also a good idea to have a mix of tempos as, at some point in the evening, you might want to break out into a slow ballad!<\/p>\n<p>Finally, everyone will need to clearly see the lyrics. Whether you display the graphics on your TV or the screen of a karaoke machine, make sure they\u2019re large enough that performers aren\u2019t squinting to read them.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Things to consider when throwing a karaoke party&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_do_karaoke_at_home\"><\/span>How to do karaoke at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Plug_in_your_karaoke_machine_if_youre_using_one\"><\/span>1. Plug in your karaoke machine (if you\u2019re using one)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-42589 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Karaoke Ultimate Bluetooth Karaoke Machine\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The heart of any karaoke setup, the karaoke machine is where you\u2019ll play your CDs or CDGs (CDs that display graphics on screen).<\/p>\n<p>They can be fun, multi-coloured, light-up machines and include various features that make for an easy karaoke experience. For example, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Home-Audio\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine\/6M3U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Karaoke Ultimate Bluetooth Karaoke Machine<\/a><\/strong> offers Bluetooth connectivity, a seven-inch colour screen, and LED disco lights.<\/p>\n<p>Many also offer the whole package, including speakers and microphones \u2013 a very convenient setup.<\/p>\n<p>However, you might want something more customisable. If you\u2019re not after an all-in-one system, you might use your laptop or TV to display lyrics and decide to purchase speakers and microphones separately.<\/p>\n<p>In this case, you might also want to get a karaoke app subscription or use a streaming service like Spotify or YouTube to play the songs and display the lyrics.<\/p>\n<p>You also need to make sure that everything connects, so check that the speaker you choose is compatible with your TV either wired, with an AV receiver, or wirelessly.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/karaoke-machines&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP KARAOKE MACHINES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;2. Set up your speakers&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Set_up_your_speakers\"><\/span>2. Set up your speakers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-37865 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Bose S1 Pro+ Multi-Position Battery Powered PA System\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you\u2019re choosing a party speaker, make sure it\u2019s not too intrusive on the room in which it\u2019ll be sat. You don\u2019t want it taking up too much space or being a pain to lug in and out of the room for each party.<\/p>\n<p>However, it does need to be powerful enough to play the backing tracks of your karaoke songs to a good level and make it a party to remember!<\/p>\n<p>Plug your speaker into the karaoke machine or connect to your lyric display. And remember to arrange the speakers strategically. If you\u2019re using two speakers, have them at either side of the room at the front, or if you\u2019re using one, make sure it\u2019s positioned appropriately to project sound throughout the room.<\/p>\n<p>With one mic input per speaker, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Galaxy-Twin-15-Active-Light-Up-Speakers-Pair-by-Gear4music\/3GOW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy Twin 15&#8243; Active Light Up Speakers (Pair)<\/a><\/strong> is a great pick for karaoke purposes. As a pair, they\u2019re excellent value for money, and they have 180W of outpower <em>and <\/em>they light up &#8211; everything you need to throw a fantastic party.<\/p>\n<p>For more inputs on one speaker and wireless connectivity, go for the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Bose-S1-Proand-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System\/5M0I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bose S1 Pro+<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For more options, see our list of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-party-speakers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best party speakers<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/home-audio\/portable\/bluetooth-speakers#home-audio&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP SPEAKERS&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;3. 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Connect your microphones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-33380 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sennheiser e835S Cardioid Vocal Mic with Switch\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>You\u2019re not going to sound great if you\u2019re shouting over the backing track &#8211; you need a good-quality mic to capture your vocals. We recommend purchasing two microphones if your karaoke machine doesn\u2019t come with them already or if you want to upgrade.<\/p>\n<p>Wired mics tend to be easier to set up and don\u2019t come with the risk of dropouts like wireless mics do. However, wireless mics give you more freedom to dance around the room while singing.<\/p>\n<p>Whichever you choose, wired or wireless, make sure you go for a dynamic mic with a cardioid polar pattern &#8211; this means it will reject background noise and only pick up your voice.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-e835-Cardioid-Vocal-Microphone\/4S4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sennheiser e835<\/a><\/strong> for a wired option and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Lenco-BMC-090PK-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Microphone-with-Lights-Pink\/421A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lenco BMC-090PK Bluetooth Karaoke Microphone<\/a><\/strong> for a very cool wireless option.<\/p>\n<p>To see more, check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-karaoke-microphones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top picks of karaoke microphones<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Microphones\/Dynamic_Vocal.html&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP MICROPHONES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;4. 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Control audio levels with a sound mixer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-42590 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SubZero SZ-MIX04 4-Channel Mini Mixer\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-980x980.jpg 980w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-480x480.jpg 480w, https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The complexity of your audio mixer is up to you &#8211; but if you want to be able to control your audio levels and ensure that vocals and backing tracks are balanced, you\u2019ll need at least a basic mixer.<\/p>\n<p>We recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer\/SIZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SubZero SZ-MIX04 4-Channel Mini Mixer<\/a><\/strong>, it gives you everything you need in a compact form.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA_Equipment\/Analog-Mixers&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP MIXERS&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;NEW CTA Button&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px||30px|false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;5 + 6&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Organise_your_song_library\"><\/span>5. Organise your song library<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re using CDGs, a dedicated karaoke app, or a music streaming service, you\u2019ll want to make sure you have a good, organised range of songs. You could sort them alphabetically into one long list or split them into different genres &#8211; either way, make sure it\u2019s easy to find the song your performer wants quickly and easily.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Sound_check\"><\/span>6. Sound check<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The final step is to check that everything works smoothly. Test your sound, adjust your audio levels with the mixer, and make sure that microphones and backing tracks are well balanced. Whether you do this the day before or on the day of the party, it should give you some peace of mind that everything will run seamlessly on the night!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Our tips for throwing the best karaoke party&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_tips_for_throwing_the_best_karaoke_party\"><\/span>Our tips for throwing the best karaoke party<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Get_some_song_requests_before_the_party\"><\/span>1. Get some song requests before the party<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Ask your friends if there are any songs in particular that they\u2019ll definitely want to sing. If you\u2019re using CDGs, this means you can purchase the disk before the party; if you\u2019re using a streaming service, you can add it to the song library.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Keep_a_playlist_going_in_between_karaoke_songs\"><\/span>2. Keep a playlist going in between karaoke songs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>No one wants complete silence when they\u2019re choosing their song. Make sure the vibe is right throughout the night by having a general playlist in the background.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Think_about_lights_costumes_and_props\"><\/span>3. Think about lights, costumes, and props<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You could set some mood lighting for the event, or you could set up some <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Lights\/Party-Lights#home-audio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">multi-coloured party lights<\/a><\/strong>. Many of these lights flash in time to the beat of the music \u2013 great for hyping up guests and keeping the party atmosphere all night long. And just for fun, have a box of costumes and props for people to use!<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_do_karaoke_at_home_without_a_machine\"><\/span>How do I do karaoke at home without a machine?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>To throw a karaoke party without a machine, use a streaming service that allows you to play both the song and lyrics. Use a dynamic cardioid microphone to pick up the vocals and play everything through a suitable speaker that connects to your television.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_mixer_for_home_karaoke\"><\/span>Do I need a mixer for home karaoke?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A mixer is needed for karaoke to ensure that all audio levels are balanced and clear. You can also add effects like reverb for an enhanced, professional sound. However, if you\u2019re happy with any EQ controls included on your speaker, you can stick with these just fine!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_do_karaoke_on_my_smart_TV\"><\/span>Can I do karaoke on my smart TV?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>You can do karaoke on your smart TV, in fact, some TVs even have dedicated karaoke features, such as LG\u2019s Karaoke Channel App. But even without this niche feature, it\u2019s easy to connect a speaker and microphones and get started with a good singsong.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Final thoughts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_thoughts\"><\/span>Final thoughts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019ve been wondering <strong>how to do karaoke at home<\/strong>, we hope this guide has helped! There are only a few pieces of equipment you need, and it\u2019s all relatively easy to set up. Plus, what better way to get together with friends and throw a unique, memorable night?<\/p>\n<p>For more party guides, check out the links below.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/what-is-a-silent-disco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is a Silent Disco? The Ultimate Guide to This Unique Way of Partying<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-party-songs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 75 Best Party Songs That Will Get Everyone Dancing<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/what-is-a-pa-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is a PA System? 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But sometimes, you don\u2019t want to have to reserve a space at a busy bar to have a sing-along with your friends. That\u2019s where at-home karaoke comes in. And the best thing is that it\u2019s super easy to set up.<\/p><p>In this article, we\u2019ll teach you <strong>how to do karaoke at home<\/strong>, giving you recommendations for the equipment you need and the things to consider when setting up.<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><p>Here\u2019s everything you need for a karaoke party.<\/p><p>[table id=293 \/]<\/p><hr \/><h3>Things to consider when throwing a karaoke party<\/h3><p>Before you start purchasing equipment, think about where you\u2019ll be setting up and how big you want your party to be.<\/p><p>Firstly, what size is your living room? Supposing this is where karaoke will be held, you\u2019ll want to ensure you have space for your karaoke machine and speakers and for guests to move around and sing. Luckily, you can get some compact karaoke equipment that\u2019s easy to set up and put away when not in use.<\/p><p>Secondly, consider the number of singers that will be performing at any one time. Usually, a karaoke setup will have two mics \u2013 which is what we\u2019ll stick to in this article. But if you want a setup that allows for more performers, make sure to look at the number of mic inputs on the karaoke machine or speakers.<\/p><p>Depending on how many people will be at your party, chances are, there will be varied music tastes. So, make sure to have a song list that covers a range of genres, with all those classic karaoke tracks as well as more obscure options. In this respect, it\u2019s also a good idea to have a mix of tempos as, at some point in the evening, you might want to break out into a slow ballad!<\/p><p>Finally, everyone will need to clearly see the lyrics. Whether you display the graphics on your TV or the screen of a karaoke machine, make sure they\u2019re large enough that performers aren\u2019t squinting to read them.<\/p><hr \/><h3>How to do karaoke at home<\/h3><h4>1. Plug in your karaoke machine (if you\u2019re using one)<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-42589 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Karaoke Ultimate Bluetooth Karaoke Machine\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>The heart of any karaoke setup, the karaoke machine is where you\u2019ll play your CDs or CDGs (CDs that display graphics on screen).<\/p><p>They can be fun, multi-coloured, light-up machines and include various features that make for an easy karaoke experience. For example, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Home-Audio\/Easy-Karaoke-Ultimate-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Machine\/6M3U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Easy Karaoke Ultimate Bluetooth Karaoke Machine<\/a><\/strong> offers Bluetooth connectivity, a seven-inch colour screen, and LED disco lights.<\/p><p>Many also offer the whole package, including speakers and microphones \u2013 a very convenient setup.<\/p><p>However, you might want something more customisable. If you\u2019re not after an all-in-one system, you might use your laptop or TV to display lyrics and decide to purchase speakers and microphones separately.<\/p><p>In this case, you might also want to get a karaoke app subscription or use a streaming service like Spotify or YouTube to play the songs and display the lyrics.<\/p><p>You also need to make sure that everything connects, so check that the speaker you choose is compatible with your TV either wired, with an AV receiver, or wirelessly.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Set up your speakers<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-37865 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/07\/Bose-S1-Pro-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Bose S1 Pro+ Multi-Position Battery Powered PA System\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>If you\u2019re choosing a party speaker, make sure it\u2019s not too intrusive on the room in which it\u2019ll be sat. You don\u2019t want it taking up too much space or being a pain to lug in and out of the room for each party.<\/p><p>However, it does need to be powerful enough to play the backing tracks of your karaoke songs to a good level and make it a party to remember!<\/p><p>Plug your speaker into the karaoke machine or connect to your lyric display. And remember to arrange the speakers strategically. If you\u2019re using two speakers, have them at either side of the room at the front, or if you\u2019re using one, make sure it\u2019s positioned appropriately to project sound throughout the room.<\/p><p>With one mic input per speaker, the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Galaxy-Twin-15-Active-Light-Up-Speakers-Pair-by-Gear4music\/3GOW\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Galaxy Twin 15\" Active Light Up Speakers (Pair)<\/a><\/strong> is a great pick for karaoke purposes. As a pair, they\u2019re excellent value for money, and they have 180W of outpower <em>and <\/em>they light up - everything you need to throw a fantastic party.<\/p><p>For more inputs on one speaker and wireless connectivity, go for the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Bose-S1-Proand-Multi-Position-Battery-Powered-PA-System\/5M0I\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bose S1 Pro+<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><p>For more options, see our list of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-party-speakers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best party speakers<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Connect your microphones<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-33380 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/01\/Sennheiser-e835S-Cardioid-Vocal-Mic-with-Switch-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sennheiser e835S Cardioid Vocal Mic with Switch\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>You\u2019re not going to sound great if you\u2019re shouting over the backing track - you need a good-quality mic to capture your vocals. We recommend purchasing two microphones if your karaoke machine doesn\u2019t come with them already or if you want to upgrade.<\/p><p>Wired mics tend to be easier to set up and don\u2019t come with the risk of dropouts like wireless mics do. However, wireless mics give you more freedom to dance around the room while singing.<\/p><p>Whichever you choose, wired or wireless, make sure you go for a dynamic mic with a cardioid polar pattern - this means it will reject background noise and only pick up your voice.<\/p><p>We recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Sennheiser-e835-Cardioid-Vocal-Microphone\/4S4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sennheiser e835<\/a><\/strong> for a wired option and the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/Lenco-BMC-090PK-Bluetooth-Karaoke-Microphone-with-Lights-Pink\/421A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lenco BMC-090PK Bluetooth Karaoke Microphone<\/a><\/strong> for a very cool wireless option.<\/p><p>To see more, check out our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-karaoke-microphones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top picks of karaoke microphones<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p><hr \/><h4>4. Control audio levels with a sound mixer<\/h4><p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-42590 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/stateless-blog-g4m-co-uk\/2024\/12\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"SubZero SZ-MIX04 4-Channel Mini Mixer\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/>The complexity of your audio mixer is up to you - but if you want to be able to control your audio levels and ensure that vocals and backing tracks are balanced, you\u2019ll need at least a basic mixer. We recommend the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/PA-DJ-and-Lighting\/SubZero-SZ-MIX04-4-Channel-Mini-Mixer\/SIZ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SubZero SZ-MIX04 4-Channel Mini Mixer<\/a><\/strong>, it gives you everything you need in a compact form.<\/p><hr \/><h4>5. Organise your song library<\/h4><p>Whether you\u2019re using CDGs, a dedicated karaoke app, or a music streaming service, you\u2019ll want to make sure you have a good, organised range of songs. You could sort them alphabetically into one long list or split them into different genres - either way, make sure it\u2019s easy to find the song your performer wants quickly and easily.<\/p><hr \/><h4>6. Sound check<\/h4><p>The final step is to check that everything works smoothly. Test your sound, adjust your audio levels with the mixer, and make sure that microphones and backing tracks are well balanced. Whether you do this the day before or on the day of the party, it should give you some peace of mind that everything will run seamlessly on the night!<\/p><hr \/><h3>Our tips for throwing the best karaoke party<\/h3><h4>1. Get some song requests before the party<\/h4><p>Ask your friends if there are any songs in particular that they\u2019ll definitely want to sing. If you\u2019re using CDGs, this means you can purchase the disk before the party; if you\u2019re using a streaming service, you can add it to the song library.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. Keep a playlist going in between karaoke songs<\/h4><p>No one wants complete silence when they\u2019re choosing their song. Make sure the vibe is right throughout the night by having a general playlist in the background.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. Think about lights, costumes, and props<\/h4><p>You could set some mood lighting for the event, or you could set up some <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/Lights\/Party-Lights#home-audio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">multi-coloured party lights<\/a><\/strong>. Many of these lights flash in time to the beat of the music \u2013 great for hyping up guests and keeping the party atmosphere all night long. And just for fun, have a box of costumes and props for people to use!<\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>How do I do karaoke at home without a machine?<\/h4><p>To throw a karaoke party without a machine, use a streaming service that allows you to play both the song and lyrics. Use a dynamic cardioid microphone to pick up the vocals and play everything through a suitable speaker that connects to your television.<\/p><hr \/><h4>Do I need a mixer for home karaoke?<\/h4><p>A mixer is needed for karaoke to ensure that all audio levels are balanced and clear. You can also add effects like reverb for an enhanced, professional sound. However, if you\u2019re happy with any EQ controls included on your speaker, you can stick with these just fine!<\/p><hr \/><h4>Can I do karaoke on my smart TV?<\/h4><p>You can do karaoke on your smart TV, in fact, some TVs even have dedicated karaoke features, such as LG\u2019s Karaoke Channel App. But even without this niche feature, it\u2019s easy to connect a speaker and microphones and get started with a good singsong.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>If you\u2019ve been wondering <strong>how to do karaoke at home<\/strong>, we hope this guide has helped! There are only a few pieces of equipment you need, and it\u2019s all relatively easy to set up. Plus, what better way to get together with friends and throw a unique, memorable night?<\/p><p>For more party guides, check out the links below.<\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/what-is-a-silent-disco\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is a Silent Disco? The Ultimate Guide to This Unique Way of Partying<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/best-party-songs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The 75 Best Party Songs That Will Get Everyone Dancing<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gear4music.com\/blog\/what-is-a-pa-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What is a PA System? 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