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    pro audio & lighting services:

    PA/Live Event Production

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    Presenting a live performance?

    Let us help by coordinating the technical staff & equipment necessary to make it happen!  From small conferences to large concerts, our audio experts will make sure your event runs smoothly and sound excellent!

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    Sound & Lighting Rental

    Complete DJ lighting and sound equipment setup with speakers, mixers, lights, and stands.

    Build Your System - Large or Small
    -Powered/Passive Speakers & Subwoofers by EV, Yorkville, Yamaha, HK Audio & Gemini!

    -Digital & Analog Mixers by Allen & Heath, Yamaha, Soundcraft & Behringer!

    -Power Amplifiers by Crown & QSC!

    -Microphones by Shure, Sennheiser & CAD!

    -DJ Controllers by Pioneer

    -Stage & Effect Lighting by Chauvet & ADJ!

    -Trussing by ProX

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    A/V Video Display

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    Add a 4K Projector and Portable Screen to your next event!

    Projectors by Viewsonic & Optoma

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    Full Service - Delivery/Setup/Pickup

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    We know your time is valuable!

    Let us bring the equipment to you! Our techs will make sure everything is up and running perfectly before your event takes place! 

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    Stage Rental

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    Custom ProX-StageQ MKII

    Stage dimensions ranging from 4'x8' up to 16'x32', we have the perfect stage for you! Stairs, Guard Rails & Skirt available for customization. Stage height ranges from 2' - 4'. Add a stage to your next event!

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    Backline Rental

    Empty stage setup with musical instruments and microphones ready for a performance.

    Not traveling with your gear?  We have you covered!

    -Drum Kits by Pearl, Tama & Yamaha.

    -Keyboards by Yamaha & Nord

    Guitar/Bass/Keyboard Amps by Fender, Marshall, Roland, Ampeg, Hartke, GK & More!

    Pioneer DJ Controllers - Shure Microphones

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    DJ/Wedding Production

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    Hosting a special event?

    Let us help set the tone for your party! From start to finish, our DJ's will coordinate with you every step of the way!

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    Commercial Service & Repair

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    Broken Equipment? No Problem!

    With dedicated service departments, we've been servicing amps, speakers, keyboards & more for over 50 years! On-Site or In-House, we'll get your gear sounding great again!

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    Empirical Sound: Pro Audio & Lighting Services in Cleveland

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    Industry Leader Since 1971

     Empirical Sound is an industry leader in providing professional sound and lighting solutions since 1971. Based in Cleveland, Ohio (The Rock & Roll Capital of the World) for over 50 years! We have helped thousands of customers find the right equipment for their band, church, school, business, restaurant, and more!  

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    Experienced Technicians

    We are proud of our award winning Service Department!  Empirical Sound is an Authorized Service Center for most major brands including:   


    EV, Peavey, Yamaha, JBL, Numark, Roland, Kurzweil, Korg, Mackie, Casio, Yorkville, Pioneer, Vox, G-K, Fender, Marshall, Blackstar and more.  

    Schedule Your Repair
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    Our Show Room is open!

    We are happy to announce our Show Room is open! Stop in and see what new & used gear we have in stock!

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    Located near downtown

     Empirical Sound & Lighting
    1234 E.26th Street
    Cleveland,Ohio 44114
    216.241.0668 

    Our History

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    Since 1971, Empirical Sound has been dedicated to entertainment support and service in Northeast Ohio and throughout the Midwest. Founder, Mike Frate, began his career as a very capable repair technician, meeting the needs of local entertainers and musicians whose sound and musical instrument equipment was in immediate need of repair in time for the next show. As word spread about his skills and willingness to help, the company grew in size and expanded to offer sales, rentals & production of sound and lighting equipment as well. These days, Mike's son has made a commitment to continuing and building upon the legacy that his father has left since his passing in 2019. Along with an experienced and skilled staff, Empirical Sound and Lighting stands ready to serve all of your live entertainment needs!

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    "It is through our talented customers that we owe our existence". - Mike Frate

    1234 East 26th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44114, United States

    216-241-0668

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