Access to electricity / Power sockets

The Waistcoats are literally all plug and play. All we need is a power socket (Type F, 220 – 240 V) or an industrial power socket (IEC 309 Standard, blue: 200–250 V or red: 380–480 V).

When using standard type F power sockets, it is always a plus to have a second, independent power circuit available, which is not connected in any way to the light system of the venue or the other circuit (thus lowering the probability of a low noise level hum of amplifiers etc.). We understand that often it is not possible to have any independent or shielded power sockets – that’s why we have optimized all our equipment to run smoothly and securely through a single power socket, thanks to low energy LED lights and generally the use of energy saving equipment.

We also bring a 50m extension cable reel, plus several other extensions, so even if a power socket is far away, there is no problem accessing it. It is always good practice to get the venue involved, in order to confirm any limitations regarding electricity and access to it.

If there is no power at all, it is still possible to perform using a generator. If you or your venue provides the generator, please let us know the exact specifications. A low noise, long-running generator is preferrable.

If no power options are available we can bring our own generator.

Here is a useful chart of Watt usage in case your venue needs the exact specifications of what we bring and how much energy it will consume:

Power usage (Amp/Watt) for an acoustic gig:

Power usage (Amp/Watt) with standard band setup (additional to the usage in the chart above):

The Watt usage above is at peak use. The average consumption will be much lower in most cases.

If the performance is to take place in an open area, far away from any buildings, we gently ask you provide adeguate protection from both rain and sun, both for musicians and equipment (especially during the months of July/August when temperatures can go well above 40 degrees).