AV Equipment Checklist for a Church Concert in Boston
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Planning a church concert in Boston requires the right audio, lighting, and video equipment to deliver a powerful worship experience without technical hiccups. Use this checklist to make sure nothing gets overlooked.
Sound
| Item | When You Need It | Qty (Typical) | Rental Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Line Array PA System (L-Acoustics or d&b) | Every church concert, non-negotiable | 2 hangs (left/right) | $1,200 – $3,500 |
| Subwoofers (18") | Concerts with bass-heavy worship sets or live band | 2 – 4 | $200 – $400 each |
| Wireless Handheld Mics | Vocalists, pastors, guest speakers | 4 – 6 | $75 – $150 each |
| Instrument Mics (SM57/e604) | Live band with drums, guitar amps | 6 – 10 | $25 – $50 each |
| Stage Monitors (wedges or IEMs) | Any live performer setup | 4 – 6 wedges | $75 – $125 each |
| Digital Mixer (32-channel) | Standard for any concert with 8+ inputs | 1 | $400 – $900 |
| DI Boxes | Keyboards, acoustic guitars, tracks playback | 4 – 6 | $15 – $30 each |
Lighting
| Item | When You Need It | Qty (Typical) | Rental Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| LED Uplighting | Setting the mood along walls and columns | 12 – 20 | $25 – $50 each |
| Stage Wash Lights (LED Par Cans) | Every concert to light performers | 8 – 12 | $30 – $60 each |
| Moving Head Spot Lights | Concerts with dynamic worship sets or featured soloists | 4 – 6 | $150 – $300 each |
| Ambient/Effect Lighting (gobos, pixel bars) | Creating atmosphere for worship segments | 4 – 8 | $50 – $125 each |
| DMX Lighting Controller | Any setup with 8+ fixtures | 1 | $150 – $350 |
Video
| Item | When You Need It | Qty (Typical) | Rental Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| HD Projector (5,000+ lumens) | Lyrics display, sermon visuals, IMAG | 1 – 2 | $400 – $1,000 each |
| Projection Screens (10' – 16') | Paired with every projector | 1 – 2 | $150 – $350 each |
| LED TV Displays (65" – 85") | Lobby welcome screens, overflow rooms, confidence monitors | 2 – 4 | $200 – $450 each |
| Video Switcher | Multi-camera or multi-source setups | 1 | $300 – $700 |
DJ / Music
| Item | When You Need It | Qty (Typical) | Rental Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| DJ Controller (Pioneer DDJ or CDJ pair) | Pre-show and intermission music, after-party sets | 1 setup | $250 – $600 |
| DJ Booth / Facade | When the DJ is visible to the audience | 1 | $150 – $350 |
| Turntables (Technics 1200s) | Vinyl sets or scratch performances | 2 | $150 – $250 pair |
Extras
| Item | When You Need It | Qty (Typical) | Rental Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo Booth (open-air or enclosed) | Community fellowship moments, youth events | 1 | $500 – $1,200 |
| Haze / Fog Machine | Making light beams visible during worship | 1 – 2 | $75 – $200 each |
| Confetti Cannons (CO2) | Finale moments, celebration services | 2 – 4 | $100 – $250 each |
| Pipe and Drape Backdrop | Creating a clean stage backdrop or hiding walls | 1 – 2 sections | $200 – $500 |
Pro Tip: Boston church venues range from intimate 200-seat chapels to 1,500-seat sanctuaries. Always do a site visit or share venue photos with your rental provider so equipment is sized correctly. Acoustic challenges in older churches with high ceilings and stone walls make proper PA selection critical.
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