News & guides
News, guides & ideas
Practical advice on event production, equipment hire and planning, plus what we've been up to.
How much does LED screen hire cost?
The six things that decide the price of an LED wall, and how to get an accurate quote quickly.
The wrestling show production checklist
Ring lighting, entrances, LED, effects, commentary and streaming. Everything a promoter should plan with their production team.
Dry hire vs crewed hire: which is right for your event?
What dry hire and crewed hire each include, and how to choose.
LED screen vs projector: which is best for your event?
Brightness, image quality, set-up and budget. How to decide between an LED wall and projection.
How to choose an LED wall for your event
Pixel pitch, brightness, size and content. The questions to ask before you book an LED screen.
The conference AV checklist
Stage, screens, mics, playback, streaming and rehearsals. Use it to make sure nothing is missed.
Wedding lighting ideas that transform your venue
Uplighting, monogram gobos, festoon canopies and first-dance effects that change a room completely.
How much does stage hire cost?
Size, height, location, roof, access and crew: the six things that decide the price of a stage.
How much does PA and sound hire cost?
Audience size, speech or music, mics, mixing and engineers: what makes up a sound hire quote.
How much does event production cost?
Stage, sound, lighting, screens, power and crew: how a production budget is built, and where to spend for the most impact.
What size stage and PA do I need?
Rules of thumb for sizing a stage and PA for speeches, bands and outdoor events.
