Rent a PA system

Renting a PA system is worth it for summer parties, weddings, corporate events, live bands, and any event where you need music and vocals to be heard clearly by a large number of guests. In our PA rental section, you will find compact PAs with built-in mixers, PA sets consisting of two tops and two subwoofers, and the Power Package with four subs for up to 500 guests.Renting a PA system is worth it for summer parties, weddings, corporate events, live bands, and any event where you need music and vocals to be heard clearly by a large number of guests. In our PA rental section, you will find compact PAs with built-in mixers, PA sets consisting of two tops and two subwoofers, and the Power Package with four subs for up to 500 guests.

We are personally on-site at 28 locations across Germany and Austria, renting to private individuals, companies, and clubs. You can see the selection available near you using the location filter in our catalog. If you choose delivery, a service technician will set everything up for you; if you pick it up yourself, you will receive a briefing on how to use it.We are personally on-site at 28 locations across Germany and Austria, renting to private individuals, companies, and clubs. You can see the selection available near you using the location filter in our catalog. If you choose delivery, a service technician will set everything up for you; if you pick it up yourself, you will receive a briefing on how to use it.

When you rent a PA system, our sets with two tops and two subs come with the necessary distance poles, power cables, and XLR cables. The sets are from manufacturers such as HK Audio, JBL, RCF, and LD Systems. Renting a PA system works just like any other rental with us: book online, no deposit required, fully insured, and return it after your event.When you rent a PA system, our sets with two tops and two subs come with the necessary distance poles, power cables, and XLR cables. The sets are from manufacturers such as HK Audio, JBL, RCF, and LD Systems. Renting a PA system works just like any other rental with us: book online, no deposit required, fully insured, and return it after your event.

For events that only happen a few times a year, such as a club summer party or a graduation ball, owning your own equipment rarely pays off. Renting a PA system saves on storage space and maintenance—we take care of that for you.For events that only happen a few times a year, such as a club summer party or a graduation ball, owning your own equipment rarely pays off. Renting a PA system saves on storage space and maintenance—we take care of that for you.

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With or without a mixer: what do you need?With or without a mixer: what do you need?

You need a mixer as soon as multiple signals are combined. For a DJ or a playlist alone, the input on the sub is sufficient.You need a mixer as soon as multiple signals are combined. For a DJ or a playlist alone, the input on the sub is sufficient.

DJ or playlistDJ or playlist

DJ mixers, controllers, or laptops connect via cable directly to the subwoofer, from where the signal is routed to the top speakers. You can find information on how to properly connect DJ equipment under DJ ConsolesDJ Consoles.DJ mixers, controllers, or laptops connect via cable directly to the subwoofer, from where the signal is routed to the top speakers. You can find information on how to properly connect DJ equipment under .

Music and a microphoneMusic and a microphone

If you are running a playlist and a microphone simultaneously, you need a second channel. For a set consisting of tops and subs, add a small mixer for this purpose.If you are running a playlist and a microphone simultaneously, you need a second channel. For a set consisting of tops and subs, add a small mixer for this purpose.

Compact PA with mixerCompact PA with mixer

With the HK Lucas Nano 600 and the LD Systems Dave 15 G4X, the mixer is built into the subwoofer. The Dave features six channels and Bluetooth.With the HK Lucas Nano 600 and the LD Systems Dave 15 G4X, the mixer is built into the subwoofer. The Dave features six channels and Bluetooth.

Band with many channelsBand with many channels

Vocals, guitar, and keyboard run through a dedicated mixer operated by the band or a sound technician. Count all microphones and instruments beforehand; the number of channels required depends on this. You can find suitable mixers under MixersMixers.Vocals, guitar, and keyboard run through a dedicated mixer operated by the band or a sound technician. Count all microphones and instruments beforehand; the number of channels required depends on this. You can find suitable mixers under .

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Power and cabling: what does a PA system need?Power and cabling: what does a PA system need?

Every active speaker requires its own power cable, meaning four connections for a set consisting of two tops and two subs. A 16 A circuit provides approximately 3,600 W. All manufacturer values in the table are below this, though measurement methods can vary.Every active speaker requires its own power cable, meaning four connections for a set consisting of two tops and two subs. A 16 A circuit provides approximately 3,600 W. All manufacturer values in the table are below this, though measurement methods can vary.

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Power specifications according to the manufacturer at 230 V. Speakers draw more power at full volume than at one-eighth power.SetPower measuredHK Lucas Nano 600SetPower measuredHK Lucas Nano 6000.7 Aat 1/8 powerLD Systems Dave 15 G4XLD Systems Dave 15 G4X400 WPower consumptionPA System 15" HK AudioPA System 15" HK Audio2 Aat 1/8 power, 4 speakersPA System 18" HK AudioPA System 18" HK Audio2 Aat 1/8 power, 4 speakersPA System HK Linear 3PA System HK Linear 312 ARated current, 4 speakersJBL PRX ActiveJBL PRX Activeno informationnot publishedPower specifications according to the manufacturer at 230 V. Speakers draw more power at full volume than at one-eighth power.0.7 Aat 1/8 power400 WPower consumption2 Aat 1/8 power, 4 speakers2 Aat 1/8 power, 4 speakers12 ARated current, 4 speakersno informationnot published

The signal runs from the mixer via XLR cable into the subwoofer and from there to the top speaker. For HK Audio systems, select the top speaker's preset on the subwoofer, such as LUNAR. Set the top speaker to "Ext. Sub" to ensure a clean separation between bass and mids. Connect lighting, fog machines, and cooling to a different circuit; you can calculate the total load for your event using the power consumption calculatorpower consumption calculator.The signal runs from the mixer via XLR cable into the subwoofer and from there to the top speaker. For HK Audio systems, select the top speaker's preset on the subwoofer, such as LUNAR. Set the top speaker to "Ext. Sub" to ensure a clean separation between bass and mids. Connect lighting, fog machines, and cooling to a different circuit; you can calculate the total load for your event using the .

If no wall outlet is available, a power stationpower station with at least 1,000 W of continuous output can power a compact PA. According to HK Audio, the Lucas Nano 600 draws a peak of 3 A. It is better to run a set with four speakers from the mains.If no wall outlet is available, a with at least 1,000 W of continuous output can power a compact PA. According to HK Audio, the Lucas Nano 600 draws a peak of 3 A. It is better to run a set with four speakers from the mains.

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How do you set up a PA system safely?How do you set up a PA system safely?

The subwoofers should be placed on a firm, level surface, with the top speakers positioned above them. Sets with two tops and two subs include distance poles, allowing the top speaker to be mounted directly onto the subwoofer. If the sub is placed further away, use a tripod; you can find suitable models under TripodsTripods.The subwoofers should be placed on a firm, level surface, with the top speakers positioned above them. Sets with two tops and two subs include distance poles, allowing the top speaker to be mounted directly onto the subwoofer. If the sub is placed further away, use a tripod; you can find suitable models under .

Carry with two peopleCarry with two people

According to HK Audio, a Portable Sub 118 A weighs 39.3 kg, while the 15-inch sub weighs 32.8 kg. Plan for two people to handle setup and teardown.According to HK Audio, a Portable Sub 118 A weighs 39.3 kg, while the 15-inch sub weighs 32.8 kg. Plan for two people to handle setup and teardown.

Securing cablesSecuring cables

Run power and XLR cables along the wall and tape them down to the floor. Unwind cable reels completely, otherwise they will overheat.Run power and XLR cables along the wall and tape them down to the floor. Unwind cable reels completely, otherwise they will overheat.

Soundcheck before doors openSoundcheck before doors open

Play music before doors open and check the sound and volume where the guests will be standing, not right in front of the speaker.Play music before doors open and check the sound and volume where the guests will be standing, not right in front of the speaker.

Speakers in front of microphonesSpeakers in front of microphones

Place the speakers in front of the stage and the microphones behind them. If a speaker is pointed toward the stage, it will cause feedback and the system will screech.Place the speakers in front of the stage and the microphones behind them. If a speaker is pointed toward the stage, it will cause feedback and the system will screech.