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01. What to look for before you buy02. Where these figures come from03. Best prices in stock today04. Buying for a business? We supply in bulk05. Why buy from Qyvea06. FAQ
A church needs clear speech at the back of the room before it needs loud music. Choose speakers and an amplifier for the size and echo of the hall, a mixer with enough channels for the pulpit, choir and instruments, and microphones that fit how people actually speak and sing. Plan for the volunteer who runs it: a simple, labelled mixer beats a complicated one nobody understands.
Key takeaways
- Speech clarity first, then music.
- Size speakers and amplifier to the hall, not the budget.
- Enough mixer channels for pulpit, choir and instruments.
- Keep it simple for volunteers.
01What to look for before you buy
| Hall | Typical approach | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small church (under about 100 people) | Two active speakers and a small mixer | Two to four microphones |
| Medium hall | Two or more main speakers plus fill speakers | Mixer with 8 to 12 channels |
| Large hall or echoing space | Distributed speakers (ceiling or column) on an amplifier | Treat echo; add delay speakers at the back |
| Choir and band | More channels and monitors | A mixer with groups and an engineer |
02Where these figures come from
Figures are indicative and change often; confirm with a written quote. Sources checked October 2026: CIPIT Strathmore: MCSK and KAMP-PRISK licences are distinct; CIPIT Strathmore: alternative licensing regime for music in public places.
03Best prices in stock today
Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or ask us on WhatsApp for a recommendation.
04Buying for a business? We supply in bulk
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- Bulk and repeat orders: send your list on WhatsApp and get a written quotation, usually within 2 hours
- Printable quotations straight from the online store for your approval process
- Thousands of products: IT, phones, appliances, security, solar and networking from one supplier
- Delivery across Kenya, plus installation and setup by Qyvea technicians where needed
- After-sales support: warranty claims handled with you, and maintenance for installed systems
05Why buy from Qyvea
Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea
- Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
- 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
- Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
- Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
- Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
- Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes
Full details: return & refund policy.
06Frequently asked questions
How many microphones does a church need?
At minimum one for the pulpit and one for a leader. Add choir, instrument and wireless microphones as your service grows.
Why do I get a loud screech?
That is feedback: a microphone picking up its own speaker. Move speakers in front of microphones, lower the gain and see our feedback guide.
Active or passive speakers?
Active speakers have the amplifier built in and are simpler for small teams; passive speakers use an external amplifier and suit fixed installs. See our active vs passive guide.
Do churches need a music licence?
Playing recorded music in public can need licences from Kenya's music rights societies; confirm with MCSK and KAMP-PRISK.
