Re: Need advice on a generator to run my sound system
Another term for "computer safe" is inverter. I can't imagine that they wouldn't have an inverter model somewhere. If they don't, then you'll have to look at the larger capacity units which break out the power through some kind of panel, distro or combination thereof. At some point in the progression from low- to hi-level power they will have something which won't "chain-saw" through audio gear.
The Honda eu or ei series generators use inverters to put out very clean power. Many of us here use the 3000W model which lists for around 2800 Pounds on your side of the pond. For your use I'd think of getting something a bit larger. You could then hire it out to others in your situation when you're not using it. They are very good investments in that they hold their value exceedingly well if taken good care of.
But for your stated budget, purchase is going to require quite a bit of shopping and probably requires buying used. I'd recommend a little more looking around for rentals. I did find several more hire companies in your area via the Google, but they're more into the larger models for event power. The problem with looking for the small ones, as you know, is that they tend to be construction grade. It's pretty much the same here. You can find the little 2000W Hondas to rent, but they're too small for practical use like what you want and the next 3 sizes up aren't available for rent.
Good luck, keep looking and don't give up.
