Sound

Audio equipment is a fundamental concern for every event. Components to consider: Will your guests hear the presenters? Will the presenters hear the guests? Will your recording or streaming of the event sound good?

Understanding our audio equipment and services

We recommend you consider...

• Event venue, including whether inside or out
• Audience size
• Single or multiple presenters and audience participation
• Use of video projection systems
• CD/DVD, Laptop audio
• Podcasting, live streaming, archival

• Sound Systems for up to 300 People: Depending on the venue and size of your audience the small, medium or large Sound Systems will provide effective sound coverage. Additional equipment and services are available that may enhance your audience's experience, such as wireless microphones, recording of your event or assisted listening devices.
• Planning Assistance: We can help with these choices. Prepare your service request and ask for an event manager to contact you.
• Large Outdoor Events - Over 300 People: We have the equipment and expertise to provide sound for concerts with large crowds and for events in larger facilities.

Sound Systems

Our sound systems are designed to accommodate your event's attendance and size. On-site technician rates are additional to the prices listed below.

The following systems include speakers, wired microphone,  Direct Input Box (to play music with iPhone, iPod, MP3 player or computer), mic stand, power strip and AV Cart.

			Rate per Day
	Small - Delivers sound for 75-100 people. Includes 2 small speakers and 1 wired microphone.		208.20
	Medium - Delivers sound for 100-200 people. Includes 2 medium speakers and 1 wired microphone.		306.20
	Large - Delivers sound for 200-300 people. Includes 4 medium speakers and 1 wired microphone.		520.50
	Additional Wired Microphone  - Lavalier, Standing or Table		42.90
	Wireless Microphone - Handheld or Lavalier		140.85
We have additional solutions available for events with attendance greater than 300 people.

Media Technician Information

Our media technicians prepare, deliver, set-up, operate, troubleshoot, disassemble and return all of the necessary sound equipment to our on-campus warehouse.
 
Hiring a media technician to stay on-site for the duration of an event to monitor and operate the sound equipment is recommended. This is not required, but if you choose not hire a media technician, operation and troubleshooting of the equipment becomes your responsibility. There are some venues that require a media technician. (e.g., most auditoria). We may also require a media technician for more complex events to ensure a quality production.  For staffing rates, please see our rates page.

Microphones and Stands

			Rate per Day
	Microphone (Wired) - Lavalier, Standing, Lectern or Table		42.90
	Studio Microphone - High-end microphone for specialized applications (wired)		81.10
	Wireless Microphone - Handheld or Lavalier – (Requires a Sound System)		140.85
	Floor Stand for Microphone - Adjustable height (3 to 5 feet) and freestanding		13.45
	Tabletop Mic Stand - Mic rented separately		6.75
	Microphone Boom - 2-sections for floor stand		13.45

Mixers and Mixer-Amplifiers  

						Rate per Day
					6 Channel Mixer - Shure M267 Mixer - 4 XLR mic/line in and 1 XLR out or Shure M367 Portable Mixer - 6 XLR mic/line in and 2 XLR out	74.40
					16 Channel Mixer - Allen & Heath WZ3:16:2	108.05
					24 Channel Mixer - Allen & Heath GL2400 - 24 XLR mic in and stereo out	169.65
					48 Channel Digital Mixer - Yamaha M7CL-48ES - 48 Channel digital live-sound console	643.00
					6 Channel Mix-Amp - built-in EQ and effects	83.60
					12 Channel Mix-Amp - Yamaha EMX5000-12 - 2 x 500 watt stereo, 8 XLR mic in, 4 line in and 32 effects	155.25

Speakers

				Rate per Day
			100 watt speakers	53.90
			200 watt speakers - Most commonly for over 200 people. Requires separate amplifier, mixer and power	87.90
			1000 watt speakers - Self-powered QSC K8	101.35
			Melodie Array - Large venue speakers	230.25
			Meyer Subwoofer	134.75
			Ultimate Speaker Stand	10.40

Audio Recorder/Player

Miscellaneous Audio Accessories

		Rate per Day
	Press Audio Pool - 2 in and 16 out	54.00
	Direct Input Box - Line to mic level converter, necessary to interface non-professional audio equipment (iPod, mp3 player, computer) to professional sound equipment	32.65
	Assistive Listening Device - 12 headsets and requires a sound system mixer	135.00
	Speaker Timer - A small countdown timer which includes green/yellow/red lights so a presenter is aware of their speaking length. Suitable to sit on top of a lectern near the presenter.	74.50
	Large Speaker Timer - A large LED countdown timer which includes green/yellow/red indicator lights so a presenter is aware of their speaking length. Suitable for placement on the ground/further away from the presenter	122.05

Audio Duplication

Price includes duplication labor, media and case. Media technician rate will be charged for the time it takes to transfer from other media sources, editing or labelling.