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Below you will find a selection of sound and PA equipment on our current hire stock. New stock is always being added so please get in touch if you cannot see the particular item you are looking for. All rates are quoted in GBP and are exclusive of VAT which will be added at the rate ruling on date of invoice. Rates shown are for 'dry-hire' and indicate rates for single days and week long hires. Further discounts may be applicable for large or longer term hires. Please contact us for information.

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If you are unsure what you require for a particular live sound application, what type of sound equipment you should use or how to set up a PA, take a look at our Tips and Tricks page which will give you more details on systems suitable for theatre, music or conference uses. If you're still unsure, give us a call or drop us an e-mail. We're always glad to advise on the correct equipment or provide advice for any event.
All hire equipment is inspected and tested before leaving our premises. All mains electrical equipment is subject to Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) to ensure its safe operation. We can also arrange to PAT test your own equipment either at our premises or on-site. Contact us for more details on this service.
All Hires are subject to our Conditions of Hire, copies of which are available on request. We reserve the right to change prices and specifications without notice. Please call to check latest rates.
Delivery available throughout Scotland and the UK.

 Dynamic Microphones

  Description Daily  Weekly 
Shure SM57, Instrument, Cardioid £ 4.00 £ 16.00
Shure SM58, Vocal, Cardioid £ 4.00 £ 16.00
Shure Beta57, Vocal/Instrument, HyperCardioid £ 5.00 £ 20.00
Shure Beta58, Vocal, HyperCardioid £ 5.00 £ 20.00
Shure Beta52a, Instrument, HyperCardioid £ 7.00 £ 28.00
AudioTechnica ATM25, Instrument, Cardioid £ 4.00 £ 16.00
AKG D112, Instrument, Cardioid £ 5.00 £ 20.00
Sennheiser E604, Instrument, Cardioid £ 4.00 £ 16.00
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 Condensor Microphones

  Description Daily  Weekly 
AKG C391 (SE300B + CK91 Capsule), Cardioid £ 7.00 £ 28.00
AKG C392 (SE300B + CK92 Capsule), Omni £ 7.00 £ 28.00
Beyerdynamic MCE83, Cardioid £ 5.00 £ 20.00
Beyerdynamic MCE86, Short Shotgun £ 6.00 £ 24.00
Sennheiser K6/ME66, Short Shotgun £ 7.00 £ 28.00
Rycote Windshield for Sennheiser K6/ME66 £ 4.00 £ 16.00
Sennheiser MZH3015/ME36 Miniature Shotgun (lectern use) £ 7.00 £ 28.00
Sennheiser E865 Cardioid Vocal Microphone £ 6.00 £ 24.00
Shure Beta98 D/S Miniature Supercardioid £ 7.00 £ 28.00
Shure KSM27 Studio Condensor, Cardioid (c/w suspension) £ 10.00 £ 40.00
AudioTechnica Pro37R, Cardioid £ 5.00 £ 20.00
AudioTechnica ATM73a Headworn Mic, Cardioid £ 5.00 £ 20.00

 Direct Inject (DI) Boxes

  Description Daily  Weekly 
BSS AR133 Active DI Box £ 4.00 £ 16.00
EMO Passive DI Box £ 4.00 £ 16.00
MTR DI Box, Phantom Powered £ 3.00 £ 12.00
MTR Stereo DI Box, Phantom Powered £ 5.00 £ 20.00

 Radio Microphones

Please note : We are now supplying the superior Sennheiser MKE-2-5 mic capsules as standard with our radio mic systems. These are an industry standard within professional theatre and television. Supplied complete with clip and pop-shield and are also available in flesh-tone on request.
All of our Radio Mics are configured to operate on licensed frequencies. This means reduced risk of interference from other sources. We hold licenses for the Channel 69 shared frequency band and these are passed on to the hirer for the duration of the hire. Please see the separate page on Radio Microphone Licensing for more information on this topic.
  Description Daily  Weekly 
Sennheiser eW300 UHF Bodypack System- Including RX plus PSU, Beltpack TX and MKE2-5-C Lapel Mic £ 14.00 £ 56.00
Sennheiser eW300 UHF Handheld System- Including RX plus PSU and SKM145N Handheld Mic £ 14.00 £ 56.00
Sennheiser eW300 UHF Headworn System- Including RX plus PSU, Beltpack TX and Audio-Technica ATM73a Headset Mic £ 14.00 £ 56.00
4-Way Sennheiser eW300 UHF System Including Aerial Distribution Amplifiers (ADA's) £ 50.00 £ 200.00
8-Way Sennheiser eW300 UHF System Including Aerial Distribution Amplifiers (ADA's) £ 80.00 £ 320.00
DPA 4066 Headset Microphone capsules £ 12.00 £ 48.00

 In-Ear Monitors (IEM)

In-Ear Monitor systems are supplied without headphones for hygene reasons. Users may use any type of in-ear headphones providing they are fitted with a 3.5mm Stereo Jack plug.
  Description Daily  Weekly 
Sennheiser eW300IEM G2 System c/w Stereo Transmitter and Beltpack RX £ 16.00 £ 64.00

 Mixing Consoles

  Description Daily  Weekly 
Allen & Heath MixWizard 16:2 16 Channel + Onboard FX £ 20.00 £ 80.00
Mackie DFX-6 - 4 Mono, 2 Stereo + Inbuilt FX £ 8.00 £ 32.00
Midas Venice 240 - 16 Mono, 4 Stereo + Inbuilt FX £ 35.00 £ 140.00
Soundcraft Spirit Folio F1, 8 Mono, 2 Stereo £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Soundcraft Spirit SX, 12 Mono, 2 Stereo £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Soundcraft GB4, 24 Mono, 2 Stereo, 4 Subgroup £ 35.00 £ 140.00
Soundcraft K1, 24 Mono, 2 Stereo, 4 Subgroup, 4x4 Matrix £ 30.00 £ 120.00
Yamaha MG12/4 - 6 Mono, 4 Stereo £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Yamaha MG16/6FX - 10 Mono, 6 Stereo, On-Board Effects £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Gemini PS626i DJ Mixer 3 Inputs switchable line/phono £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Pioneer DJM500 Pro DJ Mixer 4 Inputs plus Mic and Effects £ 20.00 £ 80.00
Pioneer DJM600 Pro DJ Mixer 4 Inputs plus Mic and Sampler £ 30.00 £ 120.00

 Powered Speakers / Portable PA Systems

  Description Daily  Weekly 
Fohhn Easyport FP2CD

Truly Portable, single-box, PA System. Features include inbuilt mixer, amplifier and CD Player. The unit can be run on mains power or using its internal battery. It can also be used outdoors even in inclement weather. Supplied with a wired microphone and stand.

£ 40.00 £ 160.00
Fohhn Easyport FP2CD (Wireless)

As above but supplied with a Radio Microphone for true 'wireless' operation.

£ 50.00 £ 200.00
Fohhn Xperience II Active PA System

A compact, light, yet incredibly powerful and musical PA system. Comprises a 12" Compact sub unit which houses a Digital Power Amp and two mid/high Satellite speakers with 10" main drivers and 1"CD horns. Supplied with stands and connection cables. Simplicity itself to set up. Just connect a mixer and whatever else you require and you're off. Ideal for gigging musicians, weddings, partys, conferences and a whole host of other events.

£ 40.00 £ 160.00
Fohhn Xperience III Active PA System

At 3kw this is a 3x more powerful system than the Xperience II and is ideal for bands wanting high power sound yet still being able to transport it all in the back of a Golf! The system comprises two 15" powered sub units which house the Digital Power Amps and two mid/high Satellite speakers with 12" main drivers and 1"CD horns. Supplied with stands and connection cables. Easy to transport, easy to set-up and an am amazing quality of sound. Go on - impress your fans and make the other bands jealous!

£ 80.00 £ 320.00

 Passive Loudspeakers

  Description Daily  Weekly 
JBL Control 1G, Small Monitor, 8W, 50 Watt £ 3.00 £ 12.00
Soundcraft Spirit Absolute 2, Studio Monitor £ 5.00 £ 20.00
D&B Audiotechnik E3, 16W, 120 Watt £ 7.50 £ 30.00
DAS Audio PF115, 8W, 350 Watt £ 8.00 £ 32.00
DAS Audio PF012 Wedge Monitors, 8W, 250 Watt £ 7.00 £ 28.00
Fohhn XT-1 Compact Full Range Cabinet, 16W, 150 watt £ 7.50 £ 30.00
Fohhn XT-2 Full Range Cabinet, 8W, 300 Watt £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Fohhn XT-33 Full Range Cabinet, 8W, 300 Watt £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Fohhn FH3-ND Full Range Cabinet, 8W, 450 Watt £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Fohhn FB4 Sub-Woofer, 4W, 800 Watt £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Fohhn RT-4 Full Range Cabinet, 8W, 450 Watt £ 14.00 £ 56.00
Fohhn RT-6 Full Range Cabinet, 4W, 900 Watt £ 18.00 £ 72.00
Fohhn RS-4 High Output Sub-Woofer, 8W, 800 Watt £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Fohhn FC-3 Pro System Controller for FH3/FB4 £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Fohhn FC-7 Pro System Controller for RT-4/RT-6/RS-4 £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Fohhn FC-8 System Processor with FUSION DSP £ 15.00 £ 60.00
Loudspeaker Flying/Tilt Frame for RT-4, XT-2 or XT-3 Cabinets £ 2.00 £ 8.00
Technical Speaker Specifications

 Wedge Monitors

  Description Daily  Weekly 
Logic System CM15 Wedge Monitors, 8W, 500 Watt £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Logic System LM15 Wedge Monitors, 8W, 500 Watt £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Fohhn RT-4 Wedge Monitor, 8W, 450 Watt £ 14.00 £ 56.00

 Amplifiers

  Description Daily  Weekly 
D&B Audiotechnik E-Pac, 300 Watts into 8W £ 7.50 £ 30.00
Fohhn D2.750, 750 Watts into 4W c/w FUSION DSP £ 14.00 £ 56.00
QSC PLX1602, 500 Watts into 4W £ 8.00 £ 32.00
QSC PLX3002, 900 Watts into 4W £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Lab Gruppen FP2600, 840 Watts into 4W £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Lab Gruppen FP3400, 1500 Watts into 4W £ 15.00 £ 60.00

 Processing and Effects

  Description Daily  Weekly 
Alesis Midiverb 4 Multi Effects £ 6.00 £ 24.00
Behringer XR4400 Quad Noise Gate £ 5.00 £ 20.00
BSS FCS966 Dual 31-Band EQ £ 8.00 £ 28.00
BSS DPR422 Dual Compressor/De-Esser £ 8.00 £ 28.00
DBX 1066 Dual Compressor/Limiter/Gate £ 8.00 £ 28.00
Digitech DSP256XL Multi Effects £ 5.00 £ 20.00
Fohhn FC-8 System Controller. 4-in 6-out DSP £ 15.00 £ 60.00
Klark Teknik DN410 Dual Parametric Equaliser £ 12.00 £ 48.00
Klark Teknik DN514 Quad Gate £ 10.00 £ 40.00
Shure DFR22E Feedback Eliminator & Audio Processor £ 10.00 £ 40.00
TC Electronic D2 Delay Unit £ 8.00 £ 32.00
TC Electronic M-One XL Effects Unit £ 8.00 £ 32.00
Yamaha GQ2015 Dual 15-Band Graphic EQ £ 5.00 £ 20.00
Yamaha REV500 Digital Reverb £ 6.00 £ 24.00
Yamaha SPX990 Multi-Effects £ 10.00 £ 40.00
XTA DP224 Speaker Management Processor - 2 In 4 Out £ 18.00 £ 72.00

 Outboard and Effects Racks

  Description Daily  Weekly 
FOH Drive-Rack 1

Flightcased rack with the following contents:

  • BSS FCS960 Graphic EQ units (x1)
  • BSS DPR422 Dual Compressors (x4)
  • KT DN514 Quad Gate (x2)
  • Yamaha SPX990 Multi-Effects Unit (x1)
  • TC Electronic D2 Delay Unit (x1)
  • Denon/Tascam CD Player (x1)
  • Rack Light and Power Distro (x1)
  • £ 60.00 £ 240.00
    FOH Combi-Rack 1

    Flightcased rack with the following contents:

  • BSS FCS966 Graphic EQ units (x2)
  • DBX 1066 Dual Compressors (x2)
  • Behringer Quad Gate (x1)
  • Alesis Midiverb4 Multi-Effects Unit (x1)
  • Rack Light and Power Distro (x1)
  • £ 40.00 £ 160.00
    FOH Combi-Rack 2

    Flightcased rack with the following contents:

  • BSS FCS966 Graphic EQ units (x3)
  • BSS DPR422 Dual Compressors/De-essers (x3)
  • Klark Technik DN514 Quad Gates (x1)
  • Yamaha Rev500 Digital Reverb(x1)
  • TC Electronic D2 Digital Delay (x1)
  • Rack Light and Power Distro (x1)
  • £ 60.00 £ 240.00
    Monitor Rack 1

    Flightcased rack with the following contents:

  • BSS FCS966 Graphic EQ units (x3)
  • Rack Light and Power Distro (x1)
  • £ 25.00 £ 100.00
    Monitor Rack 2

    Flightcased rack with the following contents:

  • BSS FCS966 Graphic EQ units (x4)
  • BSS DPR422 Dual Compressors (x2)
  • Quad Gates (x1)
  • Rack Light and Power Distro (x1)
  • £ 45.00 £ 180.00

     Recording and Playback

      Description Daily  Weekly 
    Alesis HD24 24-Track Digital Recording System c/w Loom £ 50.00 £ 200.00
    Denon DN2100-F Professional Dual DJ-CD Player £ 20.00 £ 80.00
    HHB CDR830 BurnIt Professional CD Recorder £ 25.00 £ 100.00
    Tascam CD-160 Professional CD Player £ 7.00 £ 28.00
    Tascam CD-A500 CD/Cassette Player £ 8.00 £ 32.00
    Tascam DA-40 DAT Recorder £ 25.00 £ 100.00
    Sony MDS-E11 Minidisc Recorder £ 15.00 £ 60.00

     DJ Equipment

      Description Daily  Weekly 
    Technics SL1210 Decks (pair) £ 40.00 £ 180.00
    Denon DN2100F Dual CD Player £ 20.00 £ 80.00
    Pioneer CDJ1000 MkII CD Player (Single) £ 50.00 £ 200.00
    Pioneer CDJ1000 MkII CD Players (Pair) £ 80.00 £ 320.00
    Gemini PS626i DJ Mixer £ 10.00 £ 40.00
    Pioneer DJM500 DJ Mixer £ 20.00 £ 80.00
    Pioneer DJM600 Pro DJ Mixer + Sampler £ 30.00 £ 120.00
    Also check out our DJ Packages on our System Hire page

     Stands & Rigging

    Please note : Stands are not normally charged for when hired as part of a system.
    Additional rigging including truss and suspension can be found on our Lighting Hire page.
      Description Daily  Weekly 
    Standard Mic Stand with Telescopic Boom £ 1.00 £ 4.00
    Short Mic Stand with Telescopic Boom £ 1.00 £ 4.00
    Table Mic Stand, Fixed Height £ 1.00 £ 4.00
    Telescopic Boom with 48mm Hook Clamp £ 1.00 £ 4.00
    Loudspeaker Stands - Locking £ 1.00 £ 4.00
    Wind-Up Loudspeaker Stands £ 2.00 £ 8.00
    Tall Winch Speaker Stands - 4.6m Max Height £ 12.00 £ 16.00

     Audio Cabling

    Please note : Cabling (with the exception of multicores) is not normally charged for when hired as part of a system.
    Mains cabling and power distribution can be found on our Lighting Hire page.
      Description Daily  Weekly 
    Balanced Microphone Cable, XLR-XLR, 2m/3m £ 0.30 £ 0.90
    Balanced Microphone Cable, XLR-XLR, 5m £ 0.50 £ 1.50
    Balanced Microphone Cable, XLR-XLR, 10m £ 0.80 £ 2.40
    Balanced Microphone Cable, XLR-XLR, 20m £ 1.20 £ 3.60
    Unbalanced Signal Cables, 1/4" Mono Jacks, 2m/3m £ 0.40 £ 1.20
    TRS Jack to XLR M/F, 2m/3m £ 0.40 £ 1.20
    TRS Insert leads, Jack or XLR £ 1.20 £ 3.60
    TRS Insert Looms: 4-Way, Stereo TRS Jack to XLR M/F £ 4.00 £ 12.00
    Insert Looms: 8-Way, Stereo TRS Jack to XLR M/F £ 8.00 £ 24.00
    Adaptors - various £ 0.60 £ 1.80
    Speaker cables, (Speakon) - 2m £ 0.80 £ 2.40
    Speaker cables, (Speakon) - 5m £ 1.00 £ 3.00
    Speaker cables, (Speakon) - 10m £ 1.20 £ 3.60
    Speaker cables, (Speakon) - 15m £ 1.40 £ 4.20
    Speaker cables, (Speakon) - 20m £ 1.60 £ 4.80
    Speaker cables, (Speakon) - 30m £ 2.00 £ 6.00
    12 way, 25m Signal Multicore, Socapex £ 3.00 £ 12.00
    Stage box fitted with female XLRs, Socapex outlet £ 2.00 £ 8.00
    Tailset fitted with male XLRs, Socapex inlet £ 2.00 £ 8.00
    16 way, 50m Signal Multicore, 12 send, 4 return £ 14.00 £ 56.00
    24 way, 25m Signal Multicore, 16 send, 8 return £ 14.00 £ 56.00
    32 way, 30m Signal Multicore, 24 send, 8 return £ 18.00 £ 72.00
    32 way, 50m Signal Multicore, 24 send, 8 return £ 24.00 £ 96.00
    32 way, 80m Signal Multicore, 24 send, 8 return £ 30.00 £ 120.00
    32 Way Transformer Isolated Split System with Monitor Loom £ 30.00 £ 120.00

     Show Communications and Talkback

      Description Daily  Weekly 
    Tecpro BP111 Beltpack plus Beyer DT108 Headset £ 4.00 £ 12.00
    Tecpro PS711 3-circuit Power Supply £ 4.00 £ 12.00
    Tecpro MS721 Master Station £ 9.00 £ 27.00

     Miscellaneous Audio

      Description Daily  Weekly 
    Beyerdynamic DT100 Headphones £ 4.00 £ 16.00
    Contemporary Aluminium Truss Lectern £ 30.00 £ 40.00



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