88 sound engineers and audio technicians in Australia are available to hire, covering mixing desk operation, PA and monitor setup, microphone placement and line checks. Most work across weddings, concerts, conferences and recording sessions, and will quote against a stage plan and input list rather than a guessed day rate.
Reviews from real clients total 52, averaging 5 out of 5. Rates start at $110, with most bookings landing around $490 depending on channel count, rig size and how long the day runs.
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A sound engineer takes responsibility for everything the audience actually hears: gain structure at the desk, monitor mixes the performers can work with, and a PA sized to the room rather than to the booking. Engineers in Australia know which venues have house systems worth using and which need a rig bringing in, which is usually the difference between a smooth get-in and a rushed one.
A standard booking runs from get-in and rigging through line checks and soundcheck to the show itself, then the de-rig. Expect the engineer to ask for a stage plan and input list in advance, and to handle microphone placement, EQ and levels live rather than setting and leaving. For speech-led events the work is different again: radio mic management, feedback control and a clean feed for any recording or stream.
Rates for sound engineers in Australia run from $110 to $1,150+, with most bookings around $490. Channel count is the main driver, followed by the length of the day and whether the engineer supplies the PA or works on a system already in the room. A single speaker on a small PA sits at the bottom of that range; a full band with monitor mixes and a recording feed sits near the top.
The average price for Sound Technicians / Engineers available in Australia is $490 (AUD). Above you will also find a budget price and high end price. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Lost Productions PDX
"Great service. David from Lost Productions was very responsive over the phone and knew enough to help me figure out exactly what we needed. The additional cost for setup assistance was well worth it as David took care of all the hardware and individually worked with my performers to make sure that they sounded perfect from anywhere in the venue. I will be using them again"
ConquerMIH
"Amazing sound system, was audible every where, perfect music was played. My friends send off was amazing because of these guys.
Thank you!"
Barrett Sound & Lighting
"We had a birthday party for our son and one of his friends at our home in May. I had seen DJ Lachlan set up at another party last year and was really impressed with Lachlan’s professionalism. When it can to planning our party hiring DJ Lachlan was at the top of my list...and we were not disappointed! What amazing value for money! The equipment, lighting, smoke machine and music created a fantastic party atmosphere. The set up at the start and pack away at the end of the party by Lachlan and his team was so quick and efficient and all communications leading up to the party were followed up promptly. Thanks again, helping to make the party such a great night!"
Phantom Production Design Ltd
"Phantom was super professional from the beginning. Engaged in working with me and my partner to make our wedding spectacular. Their staff are very professional and very helpful. 10/10 on all accounts. I would definitely recommend Phantom for anything production related!"
Sound Enhancement Productions
"Leuke, aardige vent. Erg fijn om mee samen te werken. Altijd optijd en houd zich aan de afspraken!"
GSP Events Group
"Working with this company has been a seamless operation from start to finish. The execution and attention to detail always impress every time. The staff is friendly and helpful and the Yes, we can attitude speaks loudly to many other similar companies.
The technology and equipment used is always high quality and set up neatly and to standards on health and safety for the events industry. I will recommend them any time to any new or potentially new clients. "
