I offer sound system services within the greater Seattle area:

• Rental, Delivery, Setup, and/or Operation of Sound (PA) and Lighting Systems.
• Consulting on Sound Equipment purchases and setup for schools, churches, restaurants, coffeehouses, etc.
• Training and recommendations for sound operators on existing equipment in schools, churches, etc.

Looking for a DJ or karaoke services in addition to a sound system?

About me:

I have purchased, setup, and operated professional sound reinforcement systems for over 20 years. I have worked at small to mid-sized venues. I won't pretend to have set up or run systems for major touring acts at sports arenas. But I have setup and run sound for all manner of bands (rock, swing, world beat, country, gospel, classical .....); for musicals and plays; for concert bands and big bands; for choirs; and for "mixed" and commercial events (with speakers, music, etc.).

What sets me apart from the crowd?

To begin with, I am a performing musician, songwriter and composer, and recording engineer/producer. So - I not only know the equipment and technology - but I know music. I have run into far too many soundmen (and women) who know the technology down to the exact frequency response and pickup pattern of every mike they have, but actually mix the sound very poorly. I also take extra time and energy to make sure that each musician is comfortable and can hear what they need to hear.

I've been told by many people that I have a great innate sense of "musicality" in composing, arranging, and in sound production. I'm sensitive to a song as a whole entity; and I mix to make it sing. The background vocals aren't buried - but they don't overpower the lead. The drums drive the song, but don't bury other things. And so forth....

Another difference from a good handful of soundfolks I've worked with or seen/heard: Working sound for a performance is more than setting it all up and running a sound check, adjusting things during the first few songs and then walking away (mentally or physically). I am on top of the board for the entire set. Too many things change (even within a single song) to walk away. Suddenly, a backup vocalist becomes the lead vocalist for a song. The keyboard player switches to a different sound that needs to be mixed differently. An acoustic guitar player plays a solo that needs to be brought way up to be heard.

Should you require my services in consulting or training; I'll bring the same mix of technical knowledge and aesthetic sensibility.

Rates & Service Area:
I will provide the cheapest rates that I can depending on your needs. Note: this map shows my general area of service - outside the shaded area rates may be higher to include time and travel costs.

This is just a collage, it represents some but certainly not all of our sound and lighting gear

Entertainment & Commercial Rentals Sound/Lighting Systems Customized to Your Needs and The Venue All Rentals Include - Delivery, Set-Up, Testing, and Operation* Serving Greater Puget Sound (I-5 "corridor" Tacoma to Everett, East Side) Also Offer DJ/Karaoke, Live Recording, and Sound/Lighting Consulting. * If you have a sound or light person, we certainly would allow them to work the boards (but we'd be there anyway).

Whether it's a simple system for a corporate presentation or seminar, or a complex sound and light system for a 10-piece funk band - we can meet your needs (and budget). Our systems can handle any room from a large living room to a mid-size auditorium (or a high school gym). We can also amply handle most outdoor events. But if you're holding an event at Safeco Field, or the Gorge - you're out of our league.

We specialize in dances and concerts; weddings; private and corporate parties; conventions and seminars; special events; fund-raisers; school/church plays or events, yodeling contests, .. whatever.

Within that scope, you'll find our rates to be very competitive; considering that they include delivery, setup, soundcheck and operation (at your discretion). For that full service, I believe we are at least 40-50% below most retail rental rates.

As long as we mentioned Safeco Field - here are some "Ballpark Estimates": Small Presentation System - $200-300 2 speakers/towers, mixer, amp, 1 or 2 wired or wireless mikes, etc. Small Room Band or DJ Sound System - $300-500 4-6 speakers (mix house/monitors), mikes, 2-3 power amps, mixer, etc. Large Room - Outdoor Band System - $500-800 4-6 mains/subs, 2-4 monitors, 24 channels, 100' snake, drum snake, mikes/stands, direct boxes, up to 5 power amps, FX racks, etc . etc. Lighting Only (rental will be cheaper if coupled with sound rental) "Basic System": 8 PAR floods, 2 towers, dimmer/chaser, 2 PAR spots....$200-250 "Full system": 'Basic system' above - plus (select from:) More PARs, Mirror ball w/ spots, Smoke Machines, BlackLight floods, variety of "Disco" rotating 'beam' and 'gobo' lights, Oil-Blob lights, Bubble Machine, Strobe, Chasing Rope Lights, 'Theme' and decorative lights, other........ $250-400

The rates above are 'guesstimates'. Factors including room size, location and duration of event, "street access", number of acts, lighting options, date/time, additional services - may affect the rate upwards or downwards.

The best way for me to give you a firm and accurate bid is for you to complete the Sound System Query Form or call me at 206-363-9263.

Thanks.

Consulting may include: organizational needs and environment; room evaluation; evaluation of existing sound and/or lighting system(s); testing of existing system; needs analysis; specific purchase recommendations and retail sources; setup and testing.

Training may include: sound reinforcement basics; training on specific equipment including outboard effects and microphone types and usage; equipment organization tips and portability issues; getting the best sound out of various instruments and voices. I can't actually teach a sense of aesthetics, but I can provide some handy checklist items, and ear-training sessions. Sound System training includes a audio-test CD and a 40-50 page reference manual for each student.

Please fill out the first section of the Sound System Query Form, and I will be in touch with you ASAP to discuss your needs and how I might be of help to you.

Thanks,