Instrument / Backline Hire in Reading

Find professional instrument and backline hire services available in Reading, England, United Kingdom with 25 suppliers rated 5 out of 5 stars from 11 reviews from real clients. Quality musical equipment rental starting from £15, with complete backline packages averaging £300.

Of the 25 suppliers listed here, one is based within 30 miles of Reading. The other 24 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Chesham.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 11 reviews of Instrument / Backline Hire

Based near Reading

Affordable quality PA system and event equipment AV hire DJ services

Chesham

England · 23 miles away

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PA and Lights for wedding bands. Drummer with PA. Wedding DJ.

London

England · 37 miles away

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Event Production, Hire & Sales

Gloucester

England · 61 miles away

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Small events sound system, PA and full back line

Cambridge

England · 69 miles away

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A full service production supplier for stages, sound, lighting, video & power

Ashford

England · 83 miles away

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Piano soloist and piano accompanist as well as a chamber musician

Manchester

England · 150 miles away

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Specialist in live music. Rental of professional backline, audio and lightning

Amsterdam

North Holland, Netherlands · 258 miles away

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National Backline rental company

Nantes

Pays de la Loire Region, France · 294 miles away

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Sound, Lighting, Backline Hire

Cork

Munster, Ireland · 323 miles away

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Book from €100 (EUR)

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Sound Tec with own equipment

Berlin

Germany · 615 miles away

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Backline rental & tour support

Berlin

Germany · 615 miles away

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Audio & Lights Group - sound, lighting, video and stage production

Halmstad

Halland, Sweden · 665 miles away

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Design unforgettable events with flawless execution and attention to detail

Marrakesh

Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco · 1,415 miles away

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Elevate your events and weddings with our expert technical solutions.

Marrakesh

Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco · 1,415 miles away

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Event Management | Music Event Services | Event Equipment and Furniture Rental

Istanbul

Turkey · 1,586 miles away

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For live sound installation event setup mixing and mastering procurement and DJ

Dubai

United Arab Emirates · 3,439 miles away

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We fix audio and visual production issues and do live production

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia, United States · 3,632 miles away

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One man band to a 4-5 piece. Playing R&B, Pop, Standards, Jazz, and more.

Columbia

South Carolina, United States · 4,023 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Instrument / Backline Hire available in Reading, England, United Kingdom?

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The average price for Instrument / Backline Hire available in Reading, England, United Kingdom is £300 (GBP). Musical equipment hire in Reading currently ranges from £15 for basic instrument packages to £800+ for full technical productions with full crew support. Standard backline services near you average £300, typically including quality amplification, monitoring equipment, and professional setup. Many local providers offer competitive package rates for multiple-day events, with services extending from simple acoustic amplification to complete concert-level technical productions. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 255 enquiries for Instrument / Backline Hire at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 16 October 2026.

Most requested for
Concerts
29% of enquiries, with bar and venue events next at 19%
How early people enquire
About six weeks
45% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Instrument / Backline Hire available in Reading, England, United Kingdom

5/5 from 11 reviews
Photo of PR Production Services Ltd PR Production Services Ltd "PR Productions gives a great service. Pete Richards has provided lighting for our last two theatre productions and has always been helpful, efficient and calm. He delivers what he promises and his creative lighting has transformed our musicals. It is quite a rare thing to find an experienced technician who is outstanding in the work he produces as well as being a very pleasant person to work with. Pete Richards is that man. Libby Wall, producer with Jacob's Well Productions" Based in Gloucester, England (61 miles from Reading) Libby Wall - Theatre Production Photo of Emily Han Piano Emily Han Piano "She played beautifully at our wedding and she was very professional about the rehearsal and I enjoyed booking her as a client!" Based in Manchester, England (150 miles from Reading) 24th January 2026 Juan Liu - Private wedding Photo of Limeuri Events Limeuri Events "I recently had my wedding organized by LIMEURI EVENTS, and I can’t express enough how incredibly grateful I am for choosing them. From the very first interaction, they were professional, warm, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Their communication was outstanding. Always attentive, responsive, and ready to listen to my ideas and preferences. What truly set them apart is how much heart they put into their work. Every detail was handled with care and creativity, making our big day not just beautiful but truly unforgettable. It felt like they were celebrating with us, not just planning an event. Thank you, LIMEURI EVENTS, for making my dream wedding a reality. I highly recommend this amazing team to anyone looking for a dedicated, talented, and heart driven event company!" Based in Marrakesh, Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco (1,415 miles from Reading) Ikram Karem - Wedding Photo of Eugene Genay Wms. Eugene Genay Wms. "Eugene was a hit and everyone enjoyed him at the party! He had a great playlist that got people dancing! His positive energy both on stage and off was nice to have and we’re glad we found him to book" Based in Columbia, South Carolina, United States (4,023 miles from Reading) Ann - Private party Photo of Awaaz Group Awaaz Group ""Beyond Expectation" Hands down the best in the business! Professional, immensely talented, and a total pleasure to work with from start to finish. They brought so much value and energy to the table. If you're on the fence about hiring them, just do it—you'll thank yourself later." Based in Orlando, Florida, United States (4,304 miles from Reading) 1st July 2026 Saeed Abbasi - Sangeet Night Photo of CCMG Events CCMG Events "We hired CCMG Events for my stepdaughter’s 18th birthday party, and they were great. From the start, Antonio was professional, punctual, and incredibly easy to work with. You can tell he’s a true veteran in the industry — he handled everything with ease, even when there were sudden program changes during the event. Without missing a beat, Antonio adapted and kept the energy going smoothly, helping me as the host every step of the way. His support made a huge difference. I highly recommend Antonio for any event and will definitely be booking him again for our future celebrations!" Based in Denver, Colorado, United States (4,658 miles from Reading) Nash E. - 18th Birthday Party

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Frequently asked questions

Booking instrument / backline hire typically costs between £15 and £800+, with an average of £300. The price depends on the type and quantity of equipment, the rental period and whether delivery, setup and collection are included. Backline and instrument hire covers items such as drum kits, amplifiers, keyboards and PA systems.

Booking instrument / backline hire is common for concerts, festivals, corporate events, conferences with live music, private parties and any event where performers need professional equipment provided at the venue. Providing backline avoids the need for each act to transport heavy gear, which is especially useful for multi-act events.

The backline hire suppliers provide a wide range of musical equipment including drum kits, guitar amplifiers, bass amplifiers, keyboards, PA systems, microphones, monitors and other stage equipment. This service is typically used by bands performing at venues that do not have a permanent backline.

Many backline hire suppliers include delivery, setup, sound check assistance and collection as part of their package. Some also provide a technician to manage the equipment during the event. To get the best results, confirm exactly what is included when requesting a quote.

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Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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