subject: Top Reasons For Needing A Bullhorn Megaphone [print this page] There is no doubt that a bullhorn megaphone comes in handy in many situations, but it is not necessarily the best tool for the job in all situations.
A bullhorn megaphone is able to electronically project your voice over long distances. The design is based off of traditional megaphones which use the curvature of a cone to try and amplify your voice, but obviously is not quite as effective.
So, what are the best situations for you to be using a bullhorn megaphone in, and when would you avoid one?
Outdoor events are the prime candidate, especially those events with loud noises (motor cars or bikes, or live music). In this scenario you should remember that a bullhorn megaphone is only so powerful and that in some situations a public address system is going to be more suitable. If you are arranging an outdoor event yourself, you should consider carefully the size of the event; some bullhorn megaphones have a range of 1000 yards, but they will not necessarily be effective at that range.
If you are involved in other outdoor events, along the lines of field trips, expeditions or camping in the country, you might also consider the use of a bullhorn megaphone. In this situation you would probably want to use a slightly less powerful model (or one with a volume control), as you must be considerate of other people in the surrounding areas, as well as the wildlife.
One of the most important considerations when buying and using a bullhorn megaphone for an outdoor event is the overall suitability for the purpose. If, for example, you were to buy a Fanon MV-20S megaphone, that is capable of projection over 1000 yards, for a local school fete, you will probably find that is a little bit too powerful and overkill for the job.
Remember that with so many different options for buying a bullhorn megaphone, it is worthwhile doing a good level of research before you buy. Once you have decided, you will most likely find that one of the larger online retailers offer some of the best prices.
