Professional PA Hire in Sussex
Studio-quality Mackie and Electro-Voice sound systems for events from 25 to 250 people.
Good Frequency provides professional PA hire across East Sussex, West Sussex and Kent. Whether you need a simple battery-powered speaker for outdoor wedding speeches in the South Downs, a compact PA for a private party in Brighton, or a full indoor and outdoor sound system with dual subwoofers for a corporate event in Lewes – we have the right setup for your event.
Our equipment is Mackie and Electro-Voice throughout. The same brands used by touring professionals and production companies – not rebranded budget gear. And unlike most hire companies, we come with the kit and stay for the event if you need us to.
Packages and Pricing
We offer PA hire at every level – from a battery-powered portable speaker for outdoor ceremonies to a full professional sound system with operator for events up to 250 people. All dry hire packages are collect from Saltdean, East Sussex. Delivery, and setup options are available at the prices below.
COMPACT BATTERY PA
FROM £25
Battery-powered, perfect for ceremonies and small spaces
PARTY PA
FROM £75
Mackie SRM450v3 pair with stands. Pro sound, 80+ guests
FULL PA
FROM £160
Mackie tops + EV ELX200 subs. Serious bass, 100-200 guests
SETUP AND LEAVE
FROM £135
Why Good Frequency
Professional Equipment from Leading Audio Brands
• Mackie SRM450v3 Active Tops: the most widely used portable PA speaker ever made. 1000 watts of clean, punchy output with built-in DSP, feedback destroyer and application-specific voicing modes. Used by touring musicians, DJs and event professionals worldwide. When your guests need to hear speeches clearly or the dancefloor needs to feel the music, these deliver every time.
• Electro-Voice ELX200-18SP Powered Subwoofers: dual 18-inch 1200-watt active subwoofers from one of the most respected names in professional audio. The ELX200-18SP is engineered and manufactured by Electro-Voice, not a rebrand – lightweight for an 18-inch sub at under 29kg, but producing up to 132dB SPL. Two of these paired with the Mackie tops gives you a full professional PA capable of serving up to 250 people outdoors with authority.
• Allen and Heath ZED-6FX Mixer: a professional-grade compact mixer from a brand trusted by recording studios, live venues and broadcast engineers. Clean preamps, onboard effects and straightforward operation. Every audio source – DJ equipment, microphones, instruments, laptops – runs through this for a balanced, controlled mix rather than plugging directly into the speakers.
Flexible Options for Every Event Type
• Dry hire collect: if you have someone who knows their way around a PA – or the setup is simple enough that anyone can manage it – collect from our base in Saltdean, East Sussex and save on service costs. All equipment arrives cable-ready with clear setup guidance. Perfect for DJs, bands and event teams who just need quality kit without the day rate.
• Setup and leave: we deliver to your venue, set everything up, run a soundcheck and make sure it all works perfectly before we leave. The Gigbar lighting is configured and ready to go automatically. You run the show from there. Ideal for corporate events, private parties and weddings where the client is confident operating equipment once it’s set and tested.
• Fully managed: for events where you want to focus on being a host rather than a sound engineer. We arrive early, set up, soundcheck, manage levels throughout the event, handle any technical issues that arise and collect everything at the end. The fully managed package includes the complete rig – PA, Gigbar lighting, Gravity DJ stand, mixer and wireless microphones. Every base covered in one booking.
Local Sussex Knowledge and Honest Pricing
• Based in Saltdean, East Sussex: when you call Good Frequency you speak to the person who actually turns up with the kit. Not a booking agent, not a national call centre. We know the county, we know the venues, and we know what outdoor events in Sussex need – because we live and work here.
• Transparent pricing, no hidden charges: the price you see is the price you pay for events within our standard area. No surprise call-out fees, no hidden mileage charges for Sussex venues, no inflated day rates. A fuel supplement applies for events beyond 15 miles from Saltdean – we tell you that upfront at quote stage, not on the invoice.
• PLI insured: Good Frequency carries full public liability insurance to £5 million. Whether you’re booking a village fete in Lewes or a corporate evening in Brighton, you can confirm our insurance details with your venue before booking.
Get an instant free quote for your event
Prefer to chat? WhatsApp us, call 07969 469504, or send us a message and we’ll come straight back to you. If you’d rather give us the details upfront, build your hire and you’ll have a live price in a couple of minutes.
How It Works
Booking PA hire in Sussex is straightforward. Get in touch via the quote form, WhatsApp or phone and tell us about your event – the venue, the date, the expected number of guests and what you need the PA for. We’ll recommend the right package and confirm availability. For dry hire, we’ll agree a collection time from our Saltdean base.
We recommend two people for the large PA package as the EV subwoofers weigh 29kg each. Everything is cable-ready and we’ll go through setup with you before you leave. For setup and leave or fully managed bookings, we handle logistics from our end.
We’ll confirm access requirements with you in advance, arrive at the agreed time and have everything ready before your guests arrive. A 25% non-refundable deposit secures your date. The balance is due 14 days before the event. Full terms are available on our terms page.
Events We Cover
Weddings
From outdoor civil ceremonies on the South Downs to evening receptions in country houses across East Sussex, Good Frequency provides PA hire for weddings of all sizes. The Portable PA package is ideal for outdoor ceremonies – battery powered, no mains cables, perfect for garden and marquee settings. For the evening reception, the full PA with subwoofers and lighting creates a proper dancefloor atmosphere. Wireless microphones for speeches are available with all setup and managed packages.
Corporate events
Product launches, company parties, awards evenings, staff socials and conference receptions across Brighton, Hove, Lewes and the wider Sussex area. For corporate events we recommend the setup and leave or fully managed packages – professional presentation matters when clients and stakeholders are in the room. All equipment is smart, discreet and delivered on time.
Private parties
Birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, garden parties and private functions across Sussex and Kent. The full PA with dual subs handles everything from background dining music to a proper late-night dance floor. Tell us your venue, your expected guests and what you’re playing – we’ll recommend the right setup.
Outdoor events and festivals
The dual EV subwoofer rig is built for outdoor use. Whether it’s a Sussex village fete, a charity fundraiser at an outdoor venue, a community festival or a private outdoor party, the Good Frequency PA delivers the output and coverage outdoor events demand. We can advise on speaker positioning for maximum coverage across open-air sites.
Charity events
Good Frequency has provided PA and DJ services for charity fundraisers in East Sussex including events at Saltdean Lido. We understand that charity event budgets are tight and we work with organisers to find the right package at the right price. Get in touch to discuss your event and we will do our best to support you.
Areas We Cover
Good Frequency provides PA hire across all of East Sussex and West Sussex, with regular bookings in Brighton, Hove, Lewes, Eastbourne, Worthing, Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Horsham and Chichester. We also cover nearby areas including Tunbridge Wells in Kent, and Crowborough and Uckfield in East Sussex. Based in Saltdean, we’re ideally positioned for events across the county and the coast.
Frequently asked questions
How much does PA hire cost in Sussex?
PA hire in Sussex starts from £25 for a portable battery-powered speaker for small ceremonies and speeches, with fully managed professional packages from £450 for events up to 250 people. Get in touch for a tailored quote based on your venue and guest numbers.
Do you deliver PA hire to Brighton and Hove?
Yes – Brighton and Hove is one of our most common delivery areas. We deliver setup and leave and fully managed packages across Brighton, Hove and the wider East Sussex area. Dry hire packages are collect from our Saltdean base, which is just 10 minutes from central Brighton. There is no delivery surcharge for Brighton and Hove events.
What size PA do I need for an event in Sussex?
For events up to 50 people indoors, the Small PA package with Mackie tops is usually sufficient. For 50-150 people or any outdoor event, we recommend the large PA package with dual Electro-Voice subwoofers. For events over 150 people outdoors or over 200 people indoors, the full rig with dual subs running at full output is the right choice. If you are unsure, tell us your venue and guest numbers and we will recommend the correct setup.
Can I hire a PA system with an operator in Sussex?
Yes -our fully managed PA hire packages include a qualified operator on-site for the duration of your event. We handle setup, soundcheck, level management throughout the event and collection at the end. Fully managed packages start from £450 for up to four hours and include the complete PA system, Chauvet Gigbar lighting, DJ stand and wireless microphones. This is the right choice for weddings, corporate events and any occasion where you want the sound looked after professionally.
Do you offer dry hire PA collect from Brighton?
Our dry hire packages are collect from Saltdean, East Sussex – approximately 10 minutes from central Brighton and easily accessible from across East Sussex. The small PA package (Mackie tops) is manageable for one person with a hatchback. For the large PA package including dual Electro-Voice subwoofers, we recommend two people and an estate car or van as each sub weighs 29kg. All cables, stands and setup guidance are included.
What is included in PA hire in Sussex?
PA hire in Sussex from Good Frequency includes Mackie SRM450v3 active speakers, Electro-Voice ELX200-18SP powered subwoofers, an Allen and Heath mixer, all cables and speaker stands. Setup and leave and fully managed packages also include Chauvet Gigbar 2.0 lighting. Fully managed bookings include a Gravity DJ stand and two Tonor UHF wireless microphones. We carry full public liability insurance to five million pounds.
Book PA Hire for Your Sussex Event
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