When you have an event – whether it’s a concert or other performance, a theatre play, a conference, a fashion show, or any other type of event expected to draw a large audience – you need to have the right equipment for it. One of the primary items of equipment you need is undoubtedly AV equipment, and in today’s world, it’s no longer enough to have a basic sound system. And while there may be a lot of AV equipment rental services out there, not all of them may have your best interests in mind. You need an equipment provider who can work exceptionally well with your team and provide you with a fully customised offering according to your event and your needs. Here are the top benefits of hiring the right AV equipment for your event.
Savings in cost
It may not be that obvious, but you can save on the cost of your event by hiring your AV equipment. By renting the equipment you need – whether it’s a good sound system, widescreen display, LED display, or other specialised equipment – you don’t need to shell out for the best equipment from your own pocket. When you buy it, that’s a significant investment, and you also have to contend with other costs such as maintenance and repair. Remember also that equipment value can depreciate over time, so it makes more sense to rent rather than buy the necessary AV equipment every time.
Well-maintained equipment
The AV equipment provider will make sure to adhere to manufacturers’ instructions in the maintenance and care of their equipment; they need to do this for their equipment to last longer too. You can be sure, then, that when you take advantage of AV hire, the equipment will be well-maintained and working to its utmost capability. You won’t receive equipment that’s run-down or badly-repaired. The equipment will be maintained on a regular basis and will be checked for performance before it is rented out.
The right staff
Hiring AV equipment also means you have access to a competent and highly skilled staff – a staff of technicians and specialists who will make sure that the equipment is working correctly before, during, and after your event. You can work alongside AV technicians as well as sound engineers, video technicians, camera operators, and riggers who all have specific specialities.
Avoid logistical or transport issues
If you hire AV equipment, you are sure that the AV equipment provider will take care of transport and logistical requirements. In other words, you don’t have to worry about bringing the equipment you need to the venue – they will do it for you, and they will also make sure that they are on time and in place before the event.
More than these benefits, there are other, intangible benefits as well. Hiring AV equipment saves you time and effort, allowing you to concentrate on the other aspects of your event, and it also gives you the peace of mind you need – you know that the equipment will be there before your event, leaving you with fewer worries about the overall success of your event.