EQUIPMENT
WHAT EQUIPMENT
Every event is different and the equipment we use on the day will depend on your venue size, amount of guests and the atmosphere you wish to create. We are able to cater for every event ranging from conservatories to large halls. .
Our setup time is fairly minimal; although we usually prefer to setup before guests arrive if possible. For “Pop Up Acoustic” Sessions we can be ready to go within 15 minutes. With the full PA we can be setup in 30-40 minutes. No sound check is usually needed for “Pop Up Acoustic” sessions as the settings are minimal, although we would need to do a sound check with the larger PA.
We can be as loud or as quiet as you need us to be. The equipment we use is the latest equipment and no sound quality is lost when the volume is altered, the clarity remains the same.
On your initial contact we will establish what PA will be best suited to your event. For peace of mind all our equipment is PAT tested. Please CLICK HERE to view our latest certificate.
If a PA is provided, please see below our technical rider with our requirements for your sound technician. Should you require a stage plan please CLICK HERE or if you need further details, please contact us.
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POSITION – Performance is preferred standing unless seated is required by venue
BAND MEMBERS – 2
INSTRUMENTS USED
Cajon – Walk around or on Stand (supplied by artist) – Shure Beta 91a (supplied by artist)
XLR – Requires Phantom Power. If no phantom power is available Artist can provide a Phantom Pedal Box (3 x XLR Leads Required for this setup)
Electro Acoustic Guitar – 2 Inputs Required
1 x ¼ inch jack DI – For Electro/Acoustic Guitar
1 x ¼ inch jack DI – For Bass Pickup on Guitar
Harmonica – Use through VOX Mic 1 (no special requirements)
VOX 1 – Lead Vocals/Harmonica – Mic Stand Required
VOX 2 – Backing Vocals – Mic Stand Required
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A STAGE PLAN
We will try not to confuse you with too much with all the techie talk, but for all you techies out there we have provided a list of our equipment.
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1 x Yamaha MGP 12 Channel Mixer (Larger Venue)
2 x 1000w QSC K10 Powered Speakers
2 x 1000w Peavey Speakers
2 x 1000w Bass Bins
2 x Roland Battery or Mains Cube (Pop Up Acoustic)
Shure SM58 Microphones
Shure Beta 91a Drum Condenser Mic (Requires Phantom)
1 x Takamine Electric Acoustic Guitar
1 x Bass Pick Up (for Acoustic Guitar)
Mario Cortes Spanish Cajon Drum
1 x Custom Made Cajon Mic (With Built in Condenser Mic – Requires Phantom)
Hohner Harmonicas
PAR Spotlights & DJ Booth (if required)
Lighting Rig (Powered)
Various Pedals, Leads & Stands
BACKUP EQUIPMENT
4 x 250w Peavey Speakers/Monitors
4 x 500w Celestian Speakers (Very large venues)
Yamaha EMX 3000 (Backup Mixer)
Corporate Event
“A Stella performance from these lovely people, great music whilst we ate and not too loud. Got everyone up on the dance floor afterwards, wonderful”
Private Party
“Absolute perfection. These beautiful people brought smiles and love and joy to our party, every single person commented on how great their performance was. We cannot thank them enough for their hard work and making it so special, even including our children. Firm favourites for our fambo now, we are smitten”
Birthday Party
“These guys are absolutely fab!! From booking to event end they were lovely people to deal with – accommodating, helpful, friendly and professional. We booked them for my birthday party which had a real mix of ages and music tastes. They had so many people up on the dance floor it was stunning! Did I mention that they’re great musicians too? They made a very special occasion even specialer!! Thanks guys”
Christening
“We booked the Rag Tag Misfits for my son’s christening on Sunday and what a great choice we made. You were brilliant and we’ve had great feedback from a lot of the guests. Thank you so much, you was also a pleasure to deal with. It was great meeting you both, what lovely people you are, we would highly recommend you”
Birthday Party
“Rag Tag Misfits played at my birthday bash. Not only are they great musicians but their interaction with guests took the party to another level. Music, fun, and laughter, I couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate my special day. Thank you to Andy and Helly, you were truly amazing. I am trying to come up with a reason to have another party. My guests would welcome you back with open arms. If you are planning a special occasion, choose Rag Tag Misfits. Andy and Helly send you a list of songs in advance that you can choose your favourites from, making your event even more personalised to you. I would highly recommend Rag Tag Misfits, if you want a day to remember”
Wedding Entertainment
“From start to finish, the Rag Tag Misfits were an absolute delight to deal with. They were fast to respond to our emails, super helpful and sweet and learned a very special song for us to play me down the aisle at our wedding. They make a wonderful team, the music is amazing and they are so down to earth and lovely! They played before and during our ceremony and then during our canape reception afterwards. Everyone loved the music and we couldn’t have been happier! We can’t recommend them enough. Thank you so much Helly and Andy!!! ~The Kellys xxxxxxxx”
Private Party
“Delightfully nice people, as well as very talented and professional musicians. Love their work and recommend them very highly indeed. Look them up. Share their music. Book them!!!”
Wedding Entertainment
“Helly and Andy are simply brilliant, one of the highlights of our wedding, every guest said how much they loved them. We both love music and having them play a couple of chilled afternoon sets was perfect, even if we did hog the requests a little, which was not an issue for them 🙂 Looking for an accommodating, friendly, chilled out but professional band with a great sound? You just found them!”
Corporate Event
“Thank you for making the occasion a success, you were fabulous, we’ve had so much wonderful feedback and I’m sure we will be in touch again”
Birthday Party
“Thank you both for making my birthday a day to remember, I’m sure my guests will agree that Rag Tag Misfits made the day go with a swing. Thanks again”
Corporate Event
“Many thanks for making our events such as success, you brought it to the different level. Your performance was excellent, everyone love it. Many thanks again and hopefully speak to you soon”
Wedding Entertainment
“We booked ragtag misfits for our private wedding. Every one at our wedding loved there music. If you are looking for something different from your average band then ragtag misfits are the band to book. Our guests reaily enjoyed helly playing the mouth organ and getting involved them self’s with the musical instruments they provided. From finish they was very professional, well organized and the whole booking process went very easy. Thanks again”
Birthday Party
Birthday Party
“Stop here for fabulous entertainment and honest to goodness fun. Booked the Rag Tag Misfits for a surprise party to celebrate my husband’s birthday and they didn’t disappoint. Fabulous music which appealed to our particular age group and interactive props made for a hugely entertaining night – there are not many people who could get an 18 year old to play a cowbell. Thank you once again Andy & Helly for a wonderful night. Highly recommended and would book again xxx”
Wedding Entertainment
“We booked Rag Tag Misfits for our wedding party at Bluecoat in Liverpool and what more can we say than WOW. From initial booking to informal meet up where we asked for three specific songs not on their playlist (You’re the Radio, Songbird and Penny Lane) to the night the communication and personal attention was all spot on. Our friends and family who joined us loved Andy and Helly and their individual style of upbeat and eclectic songs in a real informal style complimented by getting involved with all kinds of percussion instruments to join in with. Absolutely brilliant and couldn’t recommend highly enough if good times are wanted at any kind of party or gathering. Thank you once again for making our party one that will live in the memory for a very long time to come x”
Wedding Entertainment
“Can’t thank you guys enough, absolutely perfect. Nothing but excellent comments from all our guests, the venue and all the children in attendance. Really helped make our day special, can’t praise you enough. Highly recommend x”
Birthday Party
“I SWEAR I COULDNT OF ASKED FOR A BETTER BAND. Would recommend you to anyone. YOU MADE MY MUM AND UNCLES PARTY FOR ALL AGES. You got the party started and every single guest said how amazing you were. Such a lovely kind couple and we wish you all the luck in the world, thank you so much xxxx”
Wedding Entertainment
“After seeing the Rag Tag Misfits by chance doing there thing, I thought they sounded great and booked them for my wedding. They were fantastic, a great eclectic combo, with a relaxed friendly style with lots of substance. Helly’s soothing vocals backed up by Andy’s guitar licks that together invites the crowd to join in.They have a great selection of songs to choose from as well as their own material and will work with you to make sure their performance at your event, is the way you want it. They are reliable and have great communication before the event. Their prices are very reasonable, I love the Rag Tag Misfits. I cant recommend them enough. Thank you again for a wonderful performance!!! , and our guests are still talking about them 2 months after the wedding! Above all their really lovely people xxx”
Birthday Party
Birthday Party
“Stop here for fabulous entertainment and honest to goodness fun. Booked the Rag Tag Misfits for a surprise party to celebrate my husband’s birthday and they didn’t disappoint. Fabulous music which appealed to our particular age group and interactive props made for a hugely entertaining night – there are not many people who could get an 18 year old to play a cowbell. Thank you once again Andy & Helly for a wonderful night. Highly recommended and would book again xxx”
Festival Party
“Opted for a last minute mini festival for my 40th and managed to book these guys in at short notice. Unbelievably performance and song choice which couldn’t have gone any better. We haven’t stopped talking about Rag Tag Misfits all day!!! The perfect choice. 100% be recommending for future gigs/parties”
Wedding Entertainment
“The Rag Tag Misfits performed at my daughter’s wedding. They proved to be an inspirational choice. Being only two people with minimal equipment they could perform anywhere. They popped up on four different occasions one outside the others inside. Not only did they play lively and catchy tuneful music which children and adults could dance or enjoy listening to, they provided various musical implements for general use. They were very accommodating to our requirements and provided a very happy atmosphere to the evening’s entertainment. I would have no hesitation in recommending them for any function”