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How many microphones do you need for a panel discussion? AV Hire
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How many microphones do you need for a panel discussion?

A six-person panel does not automatically need six microphones. There may also be a moderator. Audience questions may need two...

AV site visit checklist for London venues: What event planners need to check AV Hire
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AV site visit checklist for London venues: What event planners need to check

The ballroom may look perfect on the floor plan. Then the AV team arrives and discovers that the LED screen...

How to compare AV hire quotes in London: 12 things to check before you choose AV Hire
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How to compare AV hire quotes in London: 12 things to check before you choose

Two AV companies receive the same event brief. One quotes £8,000. Another quote is £11,500. It is tempting to conclude...

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How to brief an AV company: What to include for an accurate event quote

“We need AV for a 250-person conference. Please send a quote.” It sounds like a reasonable enquiry. From a production...

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