San Francisco audio equipment rentals, sound system rentals, PA system rentals, DJ equipment rentals, karaoke rentals. Serving Oakland, San Mateo, San Rafael and Walnut Creek.
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Premium Speaker with Built in Amplifier 8 inch QSC K8
Our most powerful, best sounding speaker. QSC is known the world over for its premium speakers, powering everything from touring rock bands to stadiums. The K8 is QSC's newest 2-way speaker for all your events: These speakers can power dancing and/or listening enjoyment for 100-400+ people, and are perfectly paired with our QSC subwoofers. The amplifier is built into the unit for easy setup.
1000 Watt built-in amp
8" Low-Frequency Woofer and 1.75" Voice Coil
2 Balanced female XLR line level input (1 mic input)
15 inch Speaker with Built in Amplifier JBL EON G2
Our most popular speaker, the JBL EON G2's are great for everyone from consumers to DJs to event professionals. The built-in 300 watt low frequency amp and 100 watt high frequency amp provides great sound, and all you need is to directly plug in your source audio (mixer, microphone, iPod, CD player) and flip the switch, and you're ready to go! No amplifier needed.
Amplifier Power: 300 Watts low frequency
Amplifier Power: 100 Watts high frequency
Inputs: 1 Female XLR & 2 Mono 1/4" Phono (RCA possible with adapter)
10 inch Speaker with Built in Amplifier JBL EON G2
This is the smaller version of the 15" EON, with many of the same features in a smaller package. Rent these lighter JBL EON speakers for restaurants and smaller confined spaces.
Amplifier Power: 125 Watts low frequecy
Amplifier Power: 50 Watts high frequency
Inputs: 1 Female XLR & 1 Stereo 1/4" Phono (RCA possible with adapter)
Premium Subwoofer QSC 12 inch KSUB
Get the party started with this bone thumping subwoofer, delivering an incredible 100 watts of energy. Pair it up with our QSC K8's or 15" JBL EON G2's, and really move your rock and roll, hip hop or dance event. Rent what DJ Times called an "awesome" subwoofer.
Small Tabletop Speaker 6 inch Roland
Great sound in a very small package! Avista recommends renting this speaker for very small indoor groups. Works great connected directly to a DVD player or computer for audio amplification of a video presentation, or a small PA system. We even include a soft bag with handle and wheels to really make it a snap!
Heavy Duty Tripod Speaker Stands
These easy to use and light weight speaker stands are great for large and small speakers. Simply spread the legs, adjust to the desired height and tighten two knobs.
Extendable from 3'8" to 6'7"
Built adapter for 1-3/8" and 1-1/2" sockets
6.2 lbs
Telescoping tube stop prevents accidental center tube pull out
The die-cast metal clamp provides maximum strength and durability and is preset to the proper tension for easy set-up
iPlay Sound System
This iPod based sound system is the perfect solution for many parties and event! The iPlay Sound System lets you emcee your event with a wireless microphone and play music right from your ipod playlist. Perfect for weddings, corporate events, parties and more.
2 JBL EON Powered 15" (400 Watt) speakers with poles
1 Handheld wireless Shure microphone
1 Beringer Xenyx 802 4 channel audio mixer
1 Universal iPod charging dock station (iPod not included)
Premium Karaoke System
Rent this easy to setup professional karaoke system and create your own "karaoke club" anywhere. Plug it in, sing, and have fun. Bring your own karaoke disc collection or pick from over 3,500 titles included.
Over 4,000 Songs
2 wired SM-58 microphones
20" LCD flat screen monitor for easy to read on screen lyrics
DJ Turntable System
The standard bearer system for the scratch DJ. This system needs no introduction, and includes industry standard turntables and a Pioneer 2 channel mixer. Note: needles are not included (sold separately for $24.95/each).
Gem Sound CDM-150 Dual CD Player/Mixer
A powerful yet easy-to-use combo dual-CD player and music mixer in a single unit. In addition to the microphone input, you have 2 auxilary inputs, enabling you to connect CD players, turntables and iPods to the CDM-150. Simply connect to some powered speakers like our JBL 15's and QSR subwoofer, and your ready to start moving the crowd.
Numark Fusion 222 DJ System
This is a great system for beginners and pros alike. It has many of the features of high end CD DJ systems without an overly complex design. Unzip the case, plug in the main power and you are ready to mix!
Edirol V-4 Video Switcher
Ready to make the jump from DJ to VDJ? Here is a easy way to make it happen. All you need are two video sources such as DVD players, ipod, etc. and this switcher will make it a snap to cut back and forth between images easily. Rent this video switcher for use in nightclubs, places of worship, theatres, and other live performances. The compact design of the V-4 gives you the freedom to make your video sources come alive.
Denon DN-S1000 CD Player
Denon's smallest CD/MP3 player packs high-end features not found in much larger units. Smaller is better - weighs less than 7 lb.
Pioneer CDJ-1000MK3
The new industry standard CDJ-1000MK3 provides full MP3 compatibility, a HOT LOOP feature, JOG wheel ‘feeling adjust’ and improved presentation of track and WAVE data along with support for SD cards to store cues and loops. A brighter improved resolution on both raised jog wheel display and main display further enhance performance for DJs.
Premium DJ Light Effects Package
We designed this premium light package for the do-it-yourself DJ as well as mobile professional DJ. Make your dance floor explode in multi-colored moving lights, while painting your walls and ceilings with a mesmerizing light show. These 4 fixtures are light and easy to mount on the included floor stand, putting the lights above your dancer's heads. Lights can be placed in sound activation or preprogrammed mode, leaving you to focus on the music. And because these lights are either LED or laser, no worries about power consumption or heat either.
Click on "Learn More" for pictures of these light effects, as well as links to video demos of each fixture.
Kit includes:
1 - Revo II LED Light (156 LEDs producing red, green, blue and white moving spot beams).
1 - Vertigo Tri LED Light (32 multi-colored, rotating beams).
1 - Galaxian Laser Light (500 green and red laser beams, pulsating within 90 degree angle).
1 - Snap Shot II Strobe - 70W strobe with variable speed control.
700 Watt Fog Machine
This American DJ professional fog machine will add a fun dimension to your dance floor, giving your light effects more presence. It's perfect for medium-sized dance floors. Add a laser light for a particularly dazzling effect!
This fog machine comes with a full 1 liter tank of fog juice, good for 67 minutes of continuous fog output (more than enough for a night of dancing). Operation is simple, and done through a wired control switch.
Battery Powered Portable Sound System Sound Machine SM-4neo Sound System
Do you have on outdoor speaking event where electricity is scarce? This system is your answer! This all-in-one unit has a 6-8 hour battery built right into the speaker housing and delivers 200 watts of power. Perfect for any outdoor speaking event of up to 300 people that might also require some background music. The Sound Machine SM-4neo from Sound Projections includes a high quality Shure wireless microphone, built-in CD player, auxiliary inputs for an iPod or MP3 player or additional microphones, and tripod stand. Please note that this system includes one speaker (the picture at left is solely illustrating the front and back view of the speaker) and one wireless microphone
Runs 6-12 hours on one charge
200 Watts of power
Exclusive "Talk Over" feature automatically lowers music volume when microphone is activated
Handheld Megaphone System - Europort EPA40
Rent this Behringer's Europort handheld megaphone system for voice amplification to a crowd of about 50 people. If you are leading a tour, doing crowd control, or making announcements while moving from place to place this is a great unit at a great price!
Behringer Xenyx 802 4 Channel Mixer
A "mini" mixer with all the basics covered. At less than 3 lbs. this mixer is great for personal events or small meetings requiring one or two microphones and a few extra inputs for iPods or CD players.
Behringer Xenyx 1202 8 Channel Mixer
A "mini" mixer with all the basics covered. At less than 3 lbs. this mixer is great for personal events or small meetings requiring one to four microphones and a few extra inputs for iPods or CD players.
Mackie 1604 VLZ 16 Channel Mixer
Rent this mackie 1604 mixer for larger speaking events where multiple microphones are being used simultaneously. It's also a great mixer for music recording with key features for maximum flexibility of signal routing. Its 16 identical channels, great sound quality, ease of use, and rugged dependability make it a must have for important events.
16 mic/line mono XLR or 1/4" input channels
Matching 3 Band of EQs with sweepable mids on all 16 Channels
Mackie CFX12 MKII 12 Channel Mixer
Designed to take the hassle out of mixing live performances, Mackie's CFX.mkII Series compact live sound mixers feature genuine Mackie mic preamps, four subgroups, precise nine-band stereo graphic equalizers for greater sonic control, and onboard EMAC 32-bit digital effects eliminates the need for outboard effects processors and cables.
Shure SCM410 4 Channel Automatic Mixer
Need 2 or more microphones without the headache of manually mixing and monitoring the channels? The SCM410 amutomatic mixer is your answer.
Wired Vocal Microphone Shure SM58
The Shure SM58® unidirectional (cardioid) dynamic vocal microphone is the industry standard for vocal use in live performance and recording. A highly effective, built-in spherical filter minimizes wind and breath "pop" noise. A cardioid pickup pattern isolates the main sound source while minimizing unwanted background noise.
Frequency response tailored for vocals, with brightened midrange and bass rolloff
Basic Wired Microphone
If you need a very basic microphone for speaking to an audience and you're on a tight budget we've got the basic microphones for you.
Slimline Tabletop Boundary Microphone AT U851R
This low profile microphone offers outstanding speech intelligibility and transparent sound quality for tabletop applications, such as conference tables or podiums whree a low profile is preferred. This is similar to a PZM microphone, but different technology to achieve the same result.
Gooseneck Tabletop Wired Microphone Shure MX412/S
This is a great table top wired microphone for conferences or panel discussions. The condenser microphone is mounted on a very flexible gooseneck extension.
Supercardioid polar pattern
50 - 17,000 Hz frequency response
Includes portable table base plate
Balanced transformerless XLR output for increased immunity to noise
Wireless Handheld Microphone Shure SM58
The Shure PGX wireless system is easy to use and sounds great! The Shure SM58 microphone sets the standard for warm and clear speech and vocal amplification. Combined with the wireless technology of the PGX system, this unit is rugged and simple to use.
Wireless Lavalier Microphone Shure PGX Series
Lavalier microphones are great for speaking applications where the presenter wants free use of their hands. They are also the microphone of choice when it is important for the microphone to be unobtrusive. The system includes a small clip on microphone connected to a small beltpack transmitter and a tabletop receiver. It is easy to setup and sounds crystal clear.
Wireless Headset Microphone Shure WH20
The Shure WH20 is a rugged, lightweight, dynamic headset microphone that provides high-quality voice pickup. It fits securely for active microphone users, such as instructors and musicians. Suitable for any voice communications application where comfort and reliability are required.
Lightweight wireframe and headband adjust for a secure, comfortable fit
Sennheiser Evolution G2 Wireless Microphone
Looking for wireless voice recording directly into your video camera? This kit offers either a lavalier (lapel) mic or a handheld mic transmitting to a camera mounted receiver. Crystal clear reception over a wide UHF frequency range. These mics are easy to use and very small.
Auto scan searches for available clear frequencies.
Extremely small clip-on microphone is almost invisible.
Four preset frequencies ready for immediate use
Both transmitter and receiver feature "low battery" indicators
Tripod Microphone Stand with Boom
This boom microphone stands safely and securely maintain the position you set for your microphones to capture the perfect sound — in the studio or during live performance. Stands feature die-cast metal clutches, and a heavy-duty die-cast base or non-skid legs that keep the stand where you set it.
Marantz PMD661 Portable SD Audio Recorder
Marantz's PMD661 audio recorder is big enough to accommodate dual XLR microphones and light enough for handheld use. The PMD661 provides the audio precision of 24-bit, 96 kHz digital recording. Its exceptional resolution and file-based architecture makes it perfect to rent for critical stereo recording of music and sound effects in the field, while true mono recording and lower bit rates make it equally appropriate for meetings, conferences, legal proceedings and podcasts. The ergonomic control panel, one-touch transport system and large, bright OLED display make it easy for both seasoned pros and first-timers users to record with confidence. This portable solid-state recorder uses readily available SD and gets over five hours of operation from four AA alkalines.
USB 2.0 port for easy file transfer
Comes with a 1GB SD Card
Digital recording at 44.1/48/96 kHz sample rate at 16 or
Uses stable, reliable SD or SDHC memory cards
WAV (Broadcast WAV File) or MP3 recording format
Two XLR inputs, mic/line switchable with +48V phantom power
Honda Super Quiet Generator
Having an event at the beach or park, or any place electricity challenged? Rent one a Honda 2000 Watt generator and your problems are solved! Why we selected this unit to rent is all in the name: Honda - the world leader in high quality engines and generators, and Super Quiet - at 59db, this is the quietest generator we could find. The Honda Super Quiet Generator does its job while no one knows it!
2000 Watts: enough for almost all of our sound system applications
100 Foot Audio Cable Snake 16x4
REnting a cable snake is the only way to go if you are running multiple mics or other sources to a mixer. Great for churches, schools, start-up bands, and conference rooms. Rent this Live Wire 16-Channel/4-Return Stage Snake and save yourself time and hassle. 16 XLR ins and 4 1/4" returns for easy access back to your speakers at the front of the room.
SF Bay Area Audio Equipment Rental Delivery
Delivery prices vary by location. We often can deliver in less than 4 hours. Avista rentals delivers speakers, sound systems, karaoke system rentals to San Francisco, San Jose, Walnut Creek, San Mateo, Oakland, Berkeley, Palo Alto, Fremont, Newark, Morgan Hill, Sunnyvale and other San Francisco bay area locations. SF, Walnut Creek, and San Jose audio rentals are also available for pickup in one of our three offices.
Evening and weekend delivery available starting at $40/direction
Ask about full-service set up
Rent an AV technician for $49.95/hour for worry free operation
Avista Rents the following brand name audio equipment in San Jose, Oakland, Walnut Creek and the San Francisco Bay Area: JBL speaker rentals, QSC speaker rentals, shure wireless microphone rentals, sennheiser wireless microphone rentals, Audio technical microphone rentals, Berhinger audio mixer rentals, Mackie audio mixer rentals, peavey audio mixer rentals, shure audio mixer rentals, technics turntable mixer rentals, numark cd mixer rentals, Denon CD player rentals.
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