Sound Technicians / Engineers for Hire in New York

105 sound engineers and audio technicians in New York, United States 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.

Of the 105 suppliers listed here, 7 are based within 30 miles of New York. The other 98 are willing to travel there.

Also covers suppliers based in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Jamaica.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 55 reviews of Sound Technicians / Engineers

Based near New York

AEP is a total Event solution provider for vendors and clients.

New York

United States

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Love to see clients dancing & enjoying themselves

Manhattan

New York · 5 miles away

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Book from $175 (USD)

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Audio video and lighting services for high end events

Manhattan

New York · 5 miles away

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A small sound company offering bespoke, personalized service.

Brooklyn

New York · 5 miles away

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Live Sound Engineer for Coorporate, Bands or DJs

Brooklyn

New York · 5 miles away

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Book from $300 (USD)

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Sound & DJ Equipment Rentals

Brooklyn

New York · 5 miles away

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Pro audio and lighting company

Jamaica

New York · 11 miles away

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Book from $1500 (USD)

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Willing to travel to New York

Based more than 30 miles from New York, nearest first

Event Sound and Lighting

Asbury Park

New Jersey · 34 miles away

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Sound Engineer for Events

Camden

New Jersey · 80 miles away

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Audio Lighting Video Production Company

Woodbury

New Jersey · 86 miles away

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Inflatable Projection Screens, pop up Drive In Movie, audio , Movie festival

Sicklerville

New Jersey · 86 miles away

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We provide the highest quality equipment and services at reasonable rates!

Smithfield

Rhode Island · 152 miles away

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We fix audio and visual production issues and do live production

Washington D.C.

District of Columbia · 204 miles away

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FOH, Monitor Engineer

Lorton

Virginia · 220 miles away

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Book from $325 (USD)

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Sound, lighting, Stage Rentals

Newport News

Virginia · 284 miles away

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Small event

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 345 miles away

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Book from $500 (CAD)

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TECPUNKS provides professional sound, lighting, staging and production for event

Toronto

Ontario, Canada · 345 miles away

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I own and run an audio company with pa and lighting

Saint Clairsville

Ohio · 365 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Sound Technicians / Engineers in New York?

$Low price
from$95USD
$$Average price
from$340USD
$$$High price
from$1,050USD

Rates for sound engineers in New York run from $95 to $1,050+, with most bookings around $340. 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. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 62 enquiries for Sound Technicians / Engineers at events in the United States, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 18 October 2026.

Most requested for
Private events
25% of enquiries, the same as weddings
How early people enquire
About five weeks
44% enquire less than a month before the event
Busiest months
June to October
50% of events take place in these months

Reviews of Sound Technicians / Engineers available in New York

5/5 from 55 reviews
Photo of Midtowns Finest Entertainment Midtowns Finest Entertainment "Great experience overall working with this vendor. Very professional and the vendor communicated well before the event, arrived on time and created great vibes for our office party!" Based in Manhattan, New York (5 miles from New York) 20th March 2026 Nate's review Reviewed on: Thu, 03/12/2026 Corporate Function ยท New York City, NY - Office Party Photo of Kings County Sound Kings County Sound "I’m sure anyone who has looked for sound or production support for an event has had to jump through countless hoops just to get a quote. I kept filling out long questionnaires about my production needs when I barely knew what those needs even were, which is exactly why I was hiring a sound person in the first place. After all that, I’d end up with an outrageously expensive quote loaded with extra equipment I never asked for and didn’t need. Working with Sean is the complete opposite experience. He immediately understood that his job was to help me figure things out. He quickly grasped my vision and got back to me right away with a very affordable quote. Most places were giving me absurd numbers just to rent equipment. Sean’s price included delivery and his presence as an onsite sound/production tech, handling setup, breakdown, and operation. Now I rely on Sean for all my sound needs. Unlike larger production rental companies that feel disconnected and corporate, Sean is always quick to respond, answers all my questions, and works with me, the bands, and the chaos that comes with event production. Sean always goes above and beyond. At our first event together, the sun set earlier than expected, leaving our outdoor space with no lighting. Sean immediately set up lights and even pulled up his van and angled the lights toward the stage to illuminate the band, saving the day." Based in Brooklyn, New York (5 miles from New York) 6th December 2025 Jamie Pecilunas - Pink street Management Concerts/events Photo of Redrocket Productions Redrocket Productions "After our first time working with REDROCKET PRODUCTIONS we knew we would never use anyone else! They provide top of the line equipment, experience, and professionalism. They deliver MORE than promised. It puts our minds at ease knowing our national acts will be cared for, and their requests will be met. They arrive early, and are ready when we are. Thank you REDROCKET! We look forward to our upcoming concerts in 2020 with you" Based in Atlanta, Georgia (746 miles from New York) Lisa Yeater Photo of Timothy Zick Timothy Zick "We are so grateful we crossed paths with Tim. With professionalism and expertise, Tim was able to handle our project efficiently. But not just handle it, he made us feel like a part of the process. He made something typically difficult to understand so fun to be a part of. Tim's got a great ear for quality and his experience in live sound is such an asset. Give him a call, you'll be glad you did!" Based in Omaha, Nebraska (1,142 miles from New York) Robert and Shelly Photo of Ipme Ipme "IPME DJ David & wedding coordinators are amazing people to work with. My wife and I enjoyed our wedding to the fullest. Everything happened so naturally. Our wedding coordinator sees what you want and executed with a loving professional manner. Music selection was great, they read the environment and made everyone happy, something that can be difficult to do. They make you feel as if they are part of your family and want everything to content just the way you envisioned them. They truly went above and beyond for our special day, which is surprising how competitive their prices are. They truly love what they do. These are the kind happy spirits you would want on your special day." Based in Fort Worth, Texas (1,399 miles from New York) Ivan-Lily Loya - wedding Photo of Lost Productions PDX Lost Productions PDX "I hired Lost Productions to set up lighting for my Music Festival, The Campout. David went ABOVE AND BEYOND my expectations in every aspect. From his work, to professionalism, and communication. 10/10 recommend and will be hiring him again! - The Campout Music Festival" Based in Portland, Oregon (2,439 miles from New York) Kelsey Boomhower - The Campout Music Festival

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Frequently asked questions

The average price for sound technicians / engineers on Gig Heaven is $340, with rates from $95 to $1,050+. Cost varies based on the technician's experience, the length of the event and the complexity of the audio setup. A professional sound engineer manages mixing, levels and equipment throughout the event, ensuring balanced audio for live music and speeches.

The sound technicians / engineers manage the sound and audio at events, including setting up PA systems, mixing live music, managing microphone levels, running soundchecks and ensuring clear, balanced audio throughout the event. A professional engineer can make a significant difference to the quality of live music and speech at any venue.

Hiring sound technicians / engineers is essential for live music events, conferences with multiple speakers, festivals, theatre productions, award ceremonies and any event where professional sound management is needed. Having a dedicated engineer allows performers and speakers to focus on their delivery while the sound is managed by a specialist.

Some sound technicians / engineers bring their own sound equipment, while others operate equipment already provided at the venue. Many offer both options. It is advisable to discuss what equipment is available at the venue and what the engineer needs to supply.

For large events or busy dates, several weeks to months of notice is recommended. Smaller events may be possible at shorter notice. Gig Heaven recommends making enquiries as early as possible, especially if the engineer also needs to supply equipment.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

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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