Rent a microphone

Renting a microphone is worth it for events that only happen a few times a year: a wedding speech, an address at a company party, a presentation at a conference, or a musical performance at a club event. We offer wireless handheld microphones, headsets, lavalier mics, and wired microphones, as well as wireless sets with two or four microphones.

We have 28 locations across Germany and Austria where we provide personal service to private individuals, companies, and clubs. You can find your nearest location using the filter in our catalog, and prices are listed directly on each item. You will receive a briefing when you pick up your equipment, and a service technician can set up the microphones and speakers on-site if requested.

Renting microphones instead of buying them saves money, especially with wireless systems. A high-quality wireless set costs many times the daily rental rate and would otherwise just sit in a cupboard after the party. We handle all maintenance and care as part of our event technology rental service.

Great sound depends on the entire chain of microphone, speaker, and setup. You can book the rest of your audio equipment, such as speakers and stands, in the same order to complete your microphone system. Lighting, projectors, and other event technology can also be added to your booking upon request. Rentals are available at all locations under the same terms: no deposit required and fully insured.

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Wireless or wired: which microphone is right for your event?

Wireless is the right choice whenever someone is moving around or the microphone needs to be passed from person to person. A wired microphone is ideal for fixed positions, such as at a lectern or for singing. It requires no batteries and no open frequencies, but it does require a cable running to the speaker. For speeches, announcements, and wedding ceremonies, wireless is the top choice, while a wired mic is often preferred for concerts on smaller stages.

Wireless, for when you need to move

A wireless microphone system consists of a transmitter and a receiver, collectively known as a wireless link. The transmitter is either built into the handheld microphone or worn as a bodypack on a belt, while the receiver connects to the speaker. This keeps cables out of the way and gives presenters full freedom of movement around the room.

Wired, for fixed locations

A wired microphone connects directly to the speaker. It runs without batteries or wireless signals, so there is no interference from other wireless systems. With its metal housing and steel grille, it is the most robust solution for use at a lectern or on a microphone stand.

Every wireless link needs its own channel

Conferences and panel discussions often involve multiple wireless sets running simultaneously. Each transmits on its own frequency, so you must set them to different channels to prevent interference. This is not an issue with wired microphones.

Cables require an XLR input

A wired microphone requires an XLR input on the speaker or mixing console. Route the XLR cable so that no one trips over it, ideally by securing it to the floor with tape.

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What is the range of a wireless microphone and which frequencies are allowed?

The range specified by a manufacturer applies when there is a clear line of sight between the transmitter and receiver. In a hall, walls, pillars, and crowds will shorten the range, so it is best to place the receiver in an elevated position close to the stage. For outdoor events, it should be kept under a roof, protected from rain and direct sunlight. Even so, manufacturer specifications provide enough headroom for events in a banquet hall or garden.

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Wireless microphones transmit on fixed frequencies, and not every frequency is approved for everyone. In Germany, anyone can transmit without registration or fees on bands including 823-832 MHz, 863-865 MHz, and 1785-1805 MHz, as stated in the general allocations by the Federal Network Agency. The 470-608 MHz and 614-698 MHz ranges are reserved for professional production until the end of 2030, such as for broadcasting, theater, and event technology service providers. Other frequencies require a specific license, which involves fees.

In Austria, wireless microphones no longer require registration as of April 16, 2026, including those operating between 470 and 694 MHz. You can find which band a wireless set uses on its type plate.

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How do you make a speech sound clear and feedback-free?

Whether a speech comes across well often depends not on the microphone itself, but on where it is placed and how it is held. Microphones for vocals and speech usually use a cardioid polar pattern, meaning they pick up sound from the front and dampen noise coming from behind. That is why the microphone belongs in front of the mouth and the speaker in front of the person speaking, never behind them. A microphone stand keeps the microphone at the right height for singing or at a lectern; you can find our selection under Stands.

A hand's width of distance

Hold the microphone about a hand's width from your mouth and point it at your lips, not your chest. Cupping the grille with your hand covers the capsule, which makes the voice sound muffled and increases the risk of feedback.

Soundcheck before starting

Test each microphone before the guests arrive, standing where the speech will be given and speaking at a normal volume. This lets you check if the speaker volume is too high and if the wireless signal reaches the speaking area.

Mute when passing

Turn off or mute the wireless microphone when passing it to someone else. A microphone left open on a table will transmit every clatter and side conversation into the room as background noise.

Keep spare batteries in your pocket

A wireless handheld microphone usually runs on two AA batteries, lasting several hours depending on the model. Keep spare batteries ready for a long evening and swap them during a break, not in the middle of a speech.

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Which microphone should singers use on stage?

Singers at concerts and parties usually use a dynamic vocal microphone. The classic choice is the Shure SM58 with its cardioid polar pattern and a frequency response of 50 to 15,000 Hz. The Sennheiser e845-S, with its supercardioid pattern, captures sound even more narrowly from the front and keeps feedback at bay longer when monitors are placed close to the microphone. Dynamic microphones do not require phantom power and are very durable.

The difference compared to condenser microphones lies in their sensitivity. They record more precisely but require phantom power for the capacitor in the capsule and are more prone to feedback on a loud stage, which is why they are better suited for studio recordings than for parties.

For live events with a band, you route the microphones through a mixing console, where each voice gets its own channel. If you're moving around the stage during your performance, use a wireless microphone like the Shure SM58 BLX, which features the same microphone head as the wired model.