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Been a while since I've posted here. I hope you all are doing well.

I'm finally swapping out JK2.0.... It still works, but the day will come when it won't and I need something new. I must admit, I'll miss the songbook creation tool.

The two I'm considering the most are Siglos and Compuhost each for different reasons. Before I pull the trigger or get too heavily invested I figured I'd ask you guys if there's anything you feel is better and why.

Thanks in advance

I wish I could offer some good advice on what to use. I am still using JK2 myself...I figure if it ain't broke, don't fix it. It works for my needs just fine. However, with that said, a couple of years ago I did purchase Siglos Professional hosting software because I wanted to add a kiosk to my system. Well, that got debunked and tossed aside when Covid came into play. So, I never actually got the kiosk system set up. (I still have all the gear needed to do it tho, collecting dust).

Most professional karaoke hosts these days are either choosing Karma or Compuhost. Either one has it's good features and functions. I just never had the patience to actually sit down and learn either one of them tho. Good luck either direction you choose. I am sure you will do fine no matter the choice.

Actually Karaoke Pro still has the KIOSK feature plus if you want you can use your phone to search for songs, send in your request, change key, save your history etc. etc.

I also have JK2 and I can tell you Karaoke Pro is head and shoulder above JK2. I love hosting with Karaoke Pro.

Siglos Karaoke Pro.
all the features of the others plus low system demands and improved graphics.
the remote system is great as well, i use both kiosks and let them use cell phones (they will be on them anyway, might as well be on it for my show).
cutomizable, show what you want, hide what you don't. resize and place different components wherever you want them for your workflow.
and killer customer support along with the $99 price is for 2 licenses.

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I wasn't aware that Siglos had a remote request. Interesting. How is it? Does it let you filter incoming requests so you don't have the same song requested multiple times.

Also have you used the songbook creation tool?

Curious because Siglos would be my preference, as JK2.0 is/was a clone of it... And it would be less training for my hosts

CompuHost user for 19 years. Never an issue. Basically, does everything you want, can be customized to your liking and the remote kiosk/smartphone option integrates beautifully.

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Only thing I don't like about the kiosk is that to use auto add you have to use codes to keep singers from using the same name. Not sure about same song, probably have to avoid auto add and manually decide what songs get into the que. Like I said it does stop singers from using the same name.

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[quote="Alan B"]CompuHost user for 19 years. Never an issue. Basically, does everything you want, can be customized to your liking and the remote kiosk/smartphone option integrates beautifully.[/quote]
Same here man i used this for like 8 years and i never felt the need to take another one but i think soon i will have to change something

many improvements over the years since that time.

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So, what's the problem that you need to change software?

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they just released a version of Siglos with a songbook tool in it.

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The problem I have with Siglos is that it's all over the place. Boxes everywhere. CompuHost has a much nicer, more intuitive, and smarter interface, and it's all in one! The graphics look modern and really good while Siglo is so Windows 95. Not saying that it doesn't do the job (and I've tried the demo), but for me, CompuHost blows it away. CompuHost is user friendly, simple to use, and very intuitive compared to Siglos.

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i found the opposite. Siglos was easier and more intuitive for me, plus the boxes can be moved and resized to put them wherever i want and not show the ones i don't want out. it is customizable which no other system is.

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Currently between hosting programs, I was bolted on to MTU Hoster for years, and still appreciate it, but I can no longer use the older versions of the software which I was more than happy with, and have shelled out for a few updates, so now converted all my tracks back to zip, and briefly parked back on my old Sax & Dotty (Show Presenter Pro). I have tried Compuhost but didnt like the interface, I think I may download the trial of Karma and give it a go, I have read over the years some bad feedback from Bob the guy who made it, but it just seems he doesn't want to deal with people who don't know what they are complaining about.. I've worked in IT support for years so I kinda get it

We'll see!

So after 15 years of being a loyal MTU customer, I have recently converted my files back to mp3+g, have tried Compuhost, Show Presenter Pro, Karafun, and finally Karma. My money has been spent, $400 AUD so a big investment for me, but Karma is everything I wanted and more! Extremely impressed with the product! Bob you have done an amazing job and I am glad to now be your customer!

I am using JK 2.06. I been using it for 1 year and it has been nothing but a pain in the butt. Support has been virtualy non existent. It all started with first download. I havent completed a monthly down load since I dont know when. I have followed it step by step. Think about changing software but afraid about it messing up. Anyone has any advice?

JK 2.08 was the last version of the software. However, JK is no longer supported because Tricerasoft is no longer in business. I would suggest you download and try the new hosting programs such as Siglos Karaoke Pro, MTU Hoster, Karaosoft Karma, Compuhost, and Karafun which is free. The free version of Karafun is not to be used in a professional environment. If you like Karafun you will need to purchase the Karafun Pro version. You can download and try the various hosting program to see what fits your needs. Hope this info is useful.

I know this post is old but I don't want newbies who read it looking for software to be ill advised
As long as you are using your own songs stored on hard drive Karafun can be used in a professional environment without paying for the Pro version. It's only if you are planning on using the streaming service that it's illegal to use unless paying for the Pro subscription. That's not to say that paying for the Pro subscription if you have no interest in using it is a waste of money because you get more features than the free version such as a banner of upcoming singers on the singer's display, access to the remote request feature etc.
That said in situations where I am hired for DJ work on top of karaoke I choose VirtualDJ and for straight karaoke where it doesn't matter what filler music I use I use Karma.

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According to the Karafun website the Pro Version is the only one "License for Public Venues"
Just saying

They are referring to using the pro subscription only. Just saying. No other software has to make a differential between pro and amateur use because they don't offer any home subscriptions. They don't have the right to block you if you don't use the subscription to play outside files in a professional environment.

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The Line Array Experiment is over. Nothing to see here. Move along.