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AV & sound rental · Chicago & suburbs

AV & sound rental in Chicago

AV rentals in Chicago start around $50-100 for a speaker with microphone and run $150-400 for a projector and screen package. Plan a microphone for every toast or speech, and a screen sized so the back row sits within six screen-heights.

39 options$5.50 – $401.50Delivery across Chicago & suburbs
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During a toast at a Polish-American wedding reception, a rented PA sound system amplifies speeches in an elegant, chandelier-lit ballroom as the bride, groom, and seated guests raise champagne glasses (AI-generated example image of a toast at a Polish-American wedding reception)AI-generated example
A speaker and microphone set up for wedding toasts, styled at an event (AI-generated example)

AV & sound we rent

A portable PA system amplifies a man delivering a wedding toast to seated guests surrounded by lush florals and chandeliers in an elegant banquet hall (AI-generated example image of portable PA system)AI-generated example

Portable PA system

Powered speakers with a microphone, for toasts and announcements

$110each

A tabletop projector casts light to display a video presentation in an opulent ballroom while seated guests raise champagne glasses during an elegant wedding reception toast (AI-generated example image of projector)AI-generated example

Projector

LCD projector, 1,200+ lumens

$110each

A man stands behind a wooden podium (floor lectern) raising a champagne glass to give a wedding toast inside an elegant ballroom decorated with lavish floral arrangements (AI-generated example image of podium (floor lectern))AI-generated example

Podium

Floor-standing lectern

$38.50each

A 60" TV with rolling stand displays a picture of the bride beside the stage during a champagne toast inside an opulent, floral-adorned wedding reception ballroom (AI-generated example image of 60" TV with rolling stand)AI-generated example

TV with stand

60" TV on a rolling stand

$247.50each

Real event photos

AV & sound at real events

Example photos of av & sound in use, to help you picture your event. Exact items and finishes vary by rental partner; ask for photos of the actual pieces with your quote.

Black PA speaker system: example of av & sound rentals at a real event (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)
Black PA speaker system. Photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash
Stacked event speakers: example of av & sound rentals at a real event (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)
Stacked event speakers. Photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash
DJ controller set up on a table: example of av & sound rentals at a real event (photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash)
DJ controller set up on a table. Photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash

Full price list

Every av & sound option, priced

33 more styles, sizes and finishes from Chicago-area rental companies. Prices are per unit for one event day, before delivery, setup, damage waiver and tax (typically 35-60% more all-in).

Prices are based on local rental companies' published rates plus our booking fee. Your final quote is confirmed by the rental company for your date and venue. Rental company? Correct or remove your listing.

Audio & Visual
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Mixer 800 Watt style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Mixer 800 Watt$165each
DJ controller set up on a table: example photo of Mixer 800 Watt w/ two 400 Watt Speakers style rentals in Chicago (photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash)Mixer 800 Watt w/ two 400 Watt Speakers$82.50each
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Simple Sound System style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Simple Sound System$11each
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Speaker Stand style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Speaker Stand$27.50each
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Hand held Wireless Microphone style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Hand held Wireless Microphone$5.50each
DJ controller set up on a table: example photo of Microphone Wired style rentals in Chicago (photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash)Microphone Wired$5.50each
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Tabletop Microphone Stand style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Tabletop Microphone Stand$11each
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Microphone Stand style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Microphone Stand$27.50each
C.D.G. Player$27.50each
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Overhead Projector w/ Extra Bulb style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Overhead Projector w/ Extra Bulb$44each
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of TV/ Video Cart style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)TV/ Video Cart$22each
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Projection Screen (50” x 6’ tripod) style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Projection Screen (50” x 6’ tripod)$16.50each
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Projection Screen (8’ x 8’ tripod) style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Projection Screen (8’ x 8’ tripod)$55each
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Projection Screen (10’ cradle) style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Projection Screen (10’ cradle)$82.50each
Bull Horn (includes batteries)$38.50each
Bull Horn (Batteries Not Included)$22each
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Portable PA System AC/DC style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Portable PA System AC/DC$27.50each
Aggressor$27.50each
4-Channel Sound Chaser$44each
AV
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Pa, Fender Pro 250W 2 Spkr W/Microphones style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Pa, Fender Pro 250W 2 Spkr W/Microphones250W; 2 mics; suits 300-500 people$235.40each per day
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Pa, Fender Pro 500W 2 Spkr W/Microphones style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Pa, Fender Pro 500W 2 Spkr W/Microphones500W Class-D; two 10" speakers$312.40each per day
DJ controller set up on a table: example photo of Pa, Bluetooth Loudspeaker W/ Microphones style rentals in Chicago (photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash)Pa, Bluetooth Loudspeaker W/ Microphones15" woofer; battery; 2 wireless mics$235.40each per day
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Pa, Bullhorn style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Pa, Bullhorn35W; 1200-yard range$61.60each per day
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Tv, 39" Led Tv style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Tv, 39" Led TvSamsung 1080p$341each per day
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Proj, Screen 70X70 style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Proj, Screen 70X70manual tripod screen$75.90each per day
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Proj, Screen 50X50 style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Proj, Screen 50X50manual tripod screen$63.80each per day
DJ controller set up on a table: example photo of Pa, Lectern Pro Tabletop style rentals in Chicago (photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash)Pa, Lectern Pro Tabletop22W; battery; gooseneck mic$173.80each per day
Black PA speaker system: example photo of Pa, Pro Mic Floor Stand style rentals in Chicago (photo by Dominik Kempf on Unsplash)Pa, Pro Mic Floor Standstraight stand$22each per day
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Pa, 120W Bluetooth Sound System style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Pa, 120W Bluetooth Sound System120W battery; IPX5$86.90each per day
Convention & Meetings
Presenter in front of a projection screen: example photo of Podium, Lucite style rentals in Chicago (photo by Teemu Paananen on Unsplash)Podium, Lucite$401.50each
Party Extras
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Large Karaoke Machine style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Large Karaoke Machine$324.50each
Stacked event speakers: example photo of Chargable battery operated Bluetooth Speaker style rentals in Chicago (photo by Tara-mae Miller on Unsplash)Chargable battery operated Bluetooth Speakerrechargeable$44each
DJ controller set up on a table: example photo of PA and Bluetooth Speaker style rentals in Chicago (photo by Ansaf A on Unsplash)PA and Bluetooth Speaker$141.90each

Plan it

How to work out what you need

  1. 1

    Speeches

    One powered speaker and wireless mic covers up to about 150 guests indoors.

  2. 2

    Screens

    Pick screen height of at least 1/6 of the distance to the back row.

  3. 3

    Power and cables

    Each device needs an outlet; plan cable covers where guests walk.

Price guide

AV & sound rental prices in Chicago

Per-unit rental price for one event day, Chicago & suburbs.

Questions

AV & sound rental FAQs

Do I need a DJ for a microphone and speaker?

No. A powered speaker with a wireless microphone is plug-and-play and is enough for toasts, ceremonies and announcements.

What size projector screen do I need?

Make the screen height about one sixth of the distance to the furthest seat: a 6' screen for a room about 36' deep.

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