Serving Cleveland & Columbus Area Musicians, DJs & Live Entertainment Since 1971!

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!

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!

Stage Rental

Black modular stage platform with stairs and railings, supporting up to 153 lbs per square foot.

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

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!

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!