Consisting of suitably sized loudspeakers for your event, a correctly matched power amplifier and the necessary connection cables this is the basic equipment with which to project sound to the audience. Include any specific PA system requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Stage monitors
Also known as foldback, these are the speakers placed in front of performers to enable them to hear themselves and other members of the band. Include any specific monitoring requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Mixing console
Available in analogue and digital platforms, this is the device into which each audio signal (e.g. vocals, acoustic guitar) is channeled so it can be adjusted in terms of volume, EQ, balance and auxiliary output level. A single ‘mixed’ output signal is then produced and channeled to the loudspeaker system. Include any specific mixing console requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Processing Equipment
Including items such as effects units, graphic equalisers, compressors and gates these devices allow audio signals to be altered making them more controllable or pleasing to the ear. Include any specific processing equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
CD player
A generic single or twin CD player which can be connected to the main PA system via the mixing console. Include any specific music playback requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Vocal microphone
A cable microphone used by singers or speakers. Popular models include the Shure SM58 and Sennheiser e935. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Instrument microphone
A cable microphone used to pick up sound from acoustic guitars, guitar amplifiers, string and wind instruments. Popular models include the Shure SM57. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Drum kit microphone
A number of different cable microphones each designed to cater for a particular part of the drum kit. Popular brands include Sennheiser and Shure. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Wireless microphone
A microphone that transmits sound via a radio signal rather than by a cable. The handset is battery powered and transmits to a receiver which is connected to the mixing console. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Guitar amplifier
An amplifier used for electric or electro-acoustic guitars. Include your specific requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Bass amplifier
An amplifier used for bass guitars or keyboards. Include your specific requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Drum kit
Hire drum kits may not include snare, cymbals or drum stool. Include your specific requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Keyboards
Include your specific requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Stage lighting
Lighting used to illuminate stages. These are usually PAR56 or PAR64 lamps mounted on T bar stands or trussing. They are available in LED models or as standard bulbs which will require dimmer packs and a lighting control desk. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Intelligent lighting
Effect lighting such as moving heads. These can be set to operate automatically or may require the use of a lighting control desk. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Open stage
A stage with no overhead cover that is suitable for indoor use. Include any specific staging requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Covered stage
A stage with an overhead cover that is suitable for outdoor use. Include any specific staging requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
DJ Mixer
A generic DJ mixer that allows connection of separate CD players or record decks so the sound from each can be mixed together. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Record Decks
Generic vinyl decks that do not have any specific functions included. Sylus (needle) or slip mats may not be included with the hire. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
CD player
A generic single or twin CD player which can be connected to the main PA system via the mixing console. Include any specific music playback requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Ipod Input facility
A PA system that allows the connection of an MP3 player via a mini jack to phono cable. Include any specific music playback requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Speaker & amplifier
Consisting of suitably sized loudspeakers for your event, a correctly matched power amplifier and the necessary connection cables this is the basic equipment with which to project sound to the audience. Include any specific PA system requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Wireless microphone
A microphone that transmits sound via a radio signal rather than by a cable. The handset is battery powered and transmits to receiver which is connected to the mixing console. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
DJ Monitor Speaker
A monitor speaker positioned in the DJ booth to allow the DJ to effectively mix tracks. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Allen & Heath Xone Mixer
Professional standard DJ mixer including four band EQ and cue system. Popular models include the Xone92 and Xone62. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Pioneer DJM DJ mixer
Professional standard DJ mixer including beat counter and effects. Popular models include the DJM600 and DJM800. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Technics SL1210 record decks
Professional standard direct drive vinyl decks. Sylus (needle) or slip mats may not be included with the hire. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Pioneer CDJ CD decks
Professional standard CD decks including jog wheel and loop facility. Popular models include the CDJ1000 MK3 and the CDJ2000. Include any specific DJ equipment requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Open Stage
A stage with no overhead cover that is suitable for indoor use. Include any specific staging requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Lasers
Multi effect laser units that can be mounted on T-bar stands or trussing. Lasers can be operated via lighting desks or by music reactive ‘sound to light’ modes. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Disco lighting
Effect lighting ideal for small scale parties including mirror balls and gobo lights. Mounted on T bar stands or trussing this lighting can be operated in a reactive ‘sound to light’ mode that requires no user interaction. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Intelligent Lighting
Effect lighting such as moving heads. These can be set to operate automatically or may require the use of a lighting control desk. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Stage Lighting
Lighting used to illuminate stages. These are usually PAR56 or PAR64 lamps mounted on T bar stands or trussing. They are available in LED models or as standard bulbs which will require dimmer packs and a lighting control desk. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Cable Microphone
A microphone used by singers or speakers connected to a mixing desk by a cable. Popular models include the Shure SM58 and Sennheiser e935. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Covered Stage
A stage with overhead cover that is suitable for outdoor use. Include any specific staging requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Over 65” Plasma Screen
A plasma screen with a diagonal measurement of over 65” that will require a specialist mounting. Allows connection of laptop and DVD sources for high quality displays.
65” Plasma Screen
A plasma screen with a diagonal measurement of 65” that can be stand mounted or set in a stage backdrop. Allows connection of laptop and DVD sources for high quality displays.
50” Plasma Screen
A plasma screen with a diagonal measurement of 50” that can be stand mounted or set in a stage backdrop. Allows connection of laptop and DVD sources for high quality displays.
42” Plasma Screen
A plasma screen with a diagonal measurement of 42” that can be stand mounted or set in a stage backdrop. Allows connection of laptop and DVD sources for high quality displays.
Laptop
Usually supplied with standard operating system and programs.
Data Projector
Projects a high quality digital image usually derived from sources such as laptop computers or DVD players. Projectors vary in terms of brightness and the size of the image produced. For best results the image should be projected onto a suitable surface such as a projector screen. Include any specific data projector requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Table top microphones
Ideal for top tables or panels these microphones are mounted and positioned to pick up seated delegates. Available in cable and wireless configurations they can be as simple as a standard vocal microphone held in a shortened microphone stand. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Wireless lapel microphone
A small condenser microphone that clips to the tie or lapel of the user and transmits via a battery powered belt pack. Ideal for speech reproduction these microphones can also be configured as a headset microphone for more mobile users. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Cable microphone
A microphone used by singers or speakers connected to the mixing desk by a cable. Popular models include the Shure SM58 and Sennheiser e935. Allow more restrictive than a wireless microphone cable microphones can produce more consistent sound quality as they are less prone to interference. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Handheld wireless microphone
A handheld microphone that transmits sound via a radio signal rather than by a cable. This allows a greater degree of freedom for the user. The handset is battery powered and transmits to receiver which is connected to the mixing console. Include any specific microphone requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Ipod Input Facility
A PA system that allows the connection of an MP3 player via a mini jack to phono cable. Include any specific music playback requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
CD player
A generic single or twin CD player which can be connected to the main PA system via the mixing console. Include any specific music playback requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Speaker & amplifier
Consisting of suitably sized loudspeakers for your event, a correctly matched power amplifier, a mixing console and the necessary connection cables this is the core PA equipment with which to project sound to the audience. Include any specific PA system requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Covered stage
A stage with overhead cover that is suitable for outdoor use. Include any specific staging requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Lectern
Available in a variety of designs to suit any venue. Many lecterns allow connection of microphones and can have IT facilities.
Open stage
A stage with no overhead cover that is suitable for indoor use. Include any specific staging requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Disco lighting
Effect lighting ideal for small scale parties including mirror balls and gobo lights. Mounted on T bar stands or trussing this lighting can be operated in a reactive ‘sound to light’ mode that requires no user interaction. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.
Stage lighting
Lighting used to illuminate stages. These are usually PAR56 or PAR64 lamps mounted on T bar stands or trussing. They are available in LED models or as standard bulbs which will require dimmer packs and a lighting control desk. Include any specific lighting requirements in the additional information section of this quote form.