Gear is only half of it
Every PLAY rental arrives delivered, set up, and dialed in by our crew, then collected when you are done. That is included, always. Sometimes an event calls for one more thing - somebody who knows the equipment staying with you while it runs. That is what an On-Site Technician is for.
On-Site Technician
Instead of heading out after setup, your technician stays. They keep an eye on the gear, run whatever we have provided, and fix anything that needs fixing - so you can be present at your own event.
Is this right for your event?
If you would rather not think about the sound system once your guests arrive, yes. A technician is worth it when the stakes are high and your attention is needed elsewhere - a ceremony you are officiating, a gala you are hosting, a conference with a dozen speakers and no room for a dead microphone.
What they do
- Stay on site for the hours you book, from soundcheck through your event
- Operate any equipment we have provided - including running the board, when the mixer is ours
- Handle microphone changes, levels, and cues as your program runs
- Troubleshoot our gear on the spot, so a problem never becomes your problem
What they are not
Our technicians work our equipment. We cannot operate or troubleshoot audio, visual, lighting, or DJ gear that is not part of our rental inventory - so unless the mixer is ours, your technician is not a board operator.
A technician is also not a DJ. We are glad to play background music from a playlist you have chosen, but we will not select songs or make announcements. If you want a professional behind the music, we would point you to DJ Tony Schwartz.
How many hours should I book?
That is up to you, and we are happy to work it out together. As a rule, if you want a soundcheck before doors, your technician should arrive one to two hours ahead of your start time. Call our crew at 253.200.3452 or send a note and we will give you an honest estimate.
A technician is added to an existing rental - they come along with the gear our crew delivers. We do not currently staff equipment we have not provided.