Kandice VincentDon’t you just hate it when you attend a party and the sound system is horrible? I know I do—because I experienced it recently at a friend’s wedding.
During the reception, we kept hearing grating, high-pitched feedback screeches and speakers cutting in and out on the dance floor. Plus, the microphone was a bit muffled during speeches, which was really annoying.
At least the food was good, and the emcee was funny. But looking back, my friend said she should’ve picked another sound system provider.
So, if you want to level up your event, don’t cheap out on the sound system. Make sure you rent from one of the best in the city (which we rounded up below).
How much does renting a sound system cost in Toronto?
Renting a sound system in Toronto typically costs anywhere from $150 to $1000, depending on the size of the event and the equipment quality.
Small setups for private parties or speeches might fall on the lower end. Larger rentals with subwoofers, mixers, and wireless mics can push the price higher.
How We Chose the Best Sound System Rentals in Toronto
- Expertise – We chose sound system rental companies that have years of experience tailoring setups for different types of events. These include weddings, corporate functions, concerts, and parties.
- Quality Equipment – We looked for providers who offer well-maintained, high-end speakers, mixers, and microphones that deliver crystal-clear sound.
- Rental Flexibility – We looked for companies that offer a range of packages, whether you need a basic mic and speaker or a full DJ booth with lighting.
- Client Feedback – We picked providers consistently praised by past clients for their reliability, professionalism, and sound quality.
- Value for Money – We featured rentals that offer transparent pricing with solid equipment packages and no sneaky hidden fees.
1. GTA Sound
GTA Sound offers an equipment rental lineup that’s built for everything—from speeches to full-on dance floors.
If you already have some gear but need a few extra pieces, they let you rent items separately—mics, subwoofers, mixers, amps, or speakers. No pressure to rent an entire setup when you’re just missing a few cables or a powerful speaker.
Pre-made bundles are available as well. Their most popular is the Basic Party Bundle, which comes with a speaker, stand, a wired mic, cables, and a Bluetooth adapter.
No worries if your last-minute plans with other providers fell apart, either—same-day rentals are available here.
One thing to keep in mind—delivery ranges from $60 to $100, which is a tad pricey. But you can pick up the equipment yourself at no cost.
GTA Sound is the best place to rent speakers
“GTA Sound is the best place to rent speakers for any small or large event. Quick and easy process, and very helpful when it came to how to set up the speakers for best sound quality.”
Paramvir Gill, Google Review
Excellent sound quality and a powerful bass
“The speakers themselves are fantastic—excellent sound quality, impressive clarity, and a powerful bass that really brings music to life. Installation was straightforward. If you’re looking for high-quality audio equipment and stellar service, I highly recommend GTA Sound. They truly exceeded my expectations!”
Ibrahim uddin, Google Review
2. Quest Audio Visual
Quest Audio Visual’s mission is to make your event a success through reliable sound, lighting, and technical support.
We like that they’ve handled pretty big-name events, from the Canadian Premiere of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania to Pride Toronto 2023 and Invest Canada 2024.
In addition to all the essentials like speakers, mics, and amps, they offer advanced gear like DI boxes (which help clean up audio) and snake heads. They even carry D& B Line Arrays—a premium system known for delivering crisp sound across large venues.
What’s cool is that if you’re not sure what kind of setup you need, their team will schedule a consultation to help figure it out.
Just make sure to check out the bill afterwards, as we heard about a few issues there.
Crystal-clear sound, stunning visuals
“We recently worked with Quest Audio Visual for our Gala event, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience! From start to finish, their team was professional, attentive, and incredibly knowledgeable. The AV setup was flawless—crystal-clear sound, stunning visuals, and seamless execution that elevated the entire atmosphere of the evening.”
Jeremy Dias, Google Review
Did last-minute additions to make sure the sound was right
“Quest AV was great to work with! We contracted them to provide the audio equipment for Sand Flight, an outdoor dance piece taking place on a large sand dune installed at our site under the Gardiner Expressway. Quest was able to easily install all of the audio equipment in our non-traditional space, and accommodated some last-minute additions to our order to make sure the sound was just right.”
The Bentway Conservancy, Google Review
3. Pure AV
Pure AV not only offers sound and AV equipment but also lighting, live streaming, and even special FX—a great one-stop shop if you’re going all out.
They cater to a wider range of clients—from churches, schools, and non-profits to big brands like Nestle, Yelp, Banana Republic, and the University of Toronto.
Well, it’s no surprise that their client base includes notable companies—they only stock premium brands. These include JBL speakers, D&B amps, Catchbox throwable mics, Midas mixers, and much more.
Not sure which ones to choose? Every piece of equipment on their website comes with a detailed description.
Just a heads up, though—we heard about clerical errors in terms of billing, which were a tad costly. I recommend double-checking the paperwork and confirming details to avoid mix-ups.
Amazing partner for all your sound
“Pure AV is an amazing partner for all your sound, lighting, and special effects needs! Max and his team do an incredible job of making sure you’re receiving top-grade equipment and know exactly how it will perform. I have been dealing with them for quite some time and have always been pleased with the outcome. Supportive, responsive, and professional all the way through. This is a company you can truly rely on to deliver as planned, and I look forward to dealing with them again in the future.”
Tommy S, Google Review
The sound quality was awesome
“Had to plan a last-minute event. PureAV gave us a very competitive rate. They were also very courteous and went out of their way to accommodate our contingencies. The sound quality was awesome, service was even better. On-time, professional, and completely hassle-free. Definitely recommended.”
Usman, Google Review
4. Toronto Audio Visual Rentals
Toronto Audio Visual Rentals has been in the game since 2013, offering premium sound and AV rentals, installations, and consulting services. Hey, if they’re good enough for Rolex, Microsoft, and Mercedes-Benz, it’s safe to say they’re legit.
We heard that their audio systems are very scalable. And they carry top-tier brands too, including Shure, QSC, Draper, and Soundcraft.
You can choose from Delivery, Set Up, and Online Technicians, Delivery and Set Up, or the DIY route, where they courier the equipment to you.
If you choose the first and second packages, their sound engineer will set everything up and perform a thorough sound check to make sure everything runs perfectly.
As expected, quality comes at a price. But remember, you’re paying for pro-quality audio and a stress-free rental experience.
Their equipment perfectly suited our needs
“The Toronto AV team was the perfect partner for our private corporate event. They were very accommodating, professional, and flexible, adapting to last-minute changes. Their equipment perfectly suited our needs, ensuring our presentation looked elevated and worked seamlessly.”
Amy Greenstein, Google Review
They are amazing and easy to deal with
“They are amazing and easy to deal with. I was so pleased with their service, professionalism, and sense of urgency. We hosted an outdoor event with 2500+ people attending in various tents. It was a very grassroots event where I was very dependent on all my contractors. Toronto AV was one of the easiest to deal with throughout the organization, implementation, and post-event. I was very happy with them, and look forward to using them again!”
Mark Salsberg – Chair, Google Review
5. Toronto Speaker Rental
Toronto Speaker Rental is a professional sound equipment rental service covering the city and the GTA. We like that they’ve worked with some pretty cool local businesses like Boxcar Social, Canoe, Fox Theatre, and Chiado.
Every rental comes with speakers, microphones, and cables/connectors. There is Bluetooth capability in each speaker so that you can easily play music from your phone.
Sure, their sound equipment selection might be comparatively simpler, but it still does the job.
Upon placing the order, you don’t have to worry about a thing—delivery, setup, and pickup are included anywhere in the GTA. After the event, they come back to pick everything up.
And if anything goes wrong? They have a tech on standby that you can call or text for quick support.
Fast, reliable service, great quality of sound
“Rented speakers for my birthday, fast, reliable service, great quality of sound. They came in, set up everything, and picked up everything. Highly recommend.”
Daniel Castellano, Google Review
Fast, economical, and worry-free
“Awesome service. Got a speakers/mic combo for my Halloween Party at a downtown condo, 50. Fast, economical, and worry-free. Perfect for my 50 guests. Will hire again for sure.”
Sergio Mexia, Google Review
