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The Benefits of a Wireless, Battery-Powered PA System for Live Events

Professional-grade PA speaker for event sound production, featuring a robust black grille and versatile connectivity options.

If your event covers a lot of ground—or needs to stay tidy and trip-free—a wireless PA system is a game-changer. At AVE Services we pair JTS wireless TX/RX packs with battery speakers (including the EV EVERSE 8). The RX can be powered from the speaker’s DC out, so we don’t need a single mains run […]

Battery Banks for Exhibitions: Quiet, Portable Power Without the Venue Bill Shock

Small conference room setup with staging, large screen displaying AVE Services branding, and purple ambient lighting.

Exhibition power is notorious. You’re often charged hundreds per day, per socket—and that’s usually capped at a modest wattage. For small stands that just need to run a screen, a few lights, and laptop chargers, a large battery power station (think Anker-style “battery generator”) can be a smarter, quieter, and often cheaper alternative. At AVE […]

How Much Does LED Video Wall Hire Cost in the UK? (2025 Guide)

Conference room setup with a large LED screen displaying graphics, truss framework, seating for attendees, and AV equipment.

Planning a show-stopping screen for your next event? LED video walls deliver crisp visuals in bright rooms and look superb on camera—but what do they actually cost to hire in the UK in 2025? This guide gives you quick ballpark figures, what drives the price up or down, and ready-made example packages you can use […]

Battery Power for Woodland Weddings

Portable AV power generator with digital display and multiple outlets, ideal for outdoor events and live productions.

If you’re dreaming of vows beneath the trees, fairy lights through the branches, and music drifting across the clearing, there’s just one practical snag: power. Woodland weddings-like the magical ceremonies and celebrations at Wasing Park—often take place far from traditional sockets. That’s where our portable power station comes in. At AVE Services, we run off-grid […]

Digital Lectern for a Special Opening at Friends Place, Reading (FOTE)

Guests conversing at a Friends of the Elderly charity event, with an unveiling ceremony setup featuring draped curtains and signage.

Client: Friends of the Elderly (Friends Place, Calcot)Occasion: Official opening by Her Royal Highness The Princess RoyalOur role: Supply, set up, and hand over a Digital Lectern Where we fit in AVE Services provided a Digital Lectern for the speeches. We delivered, positioned and tested the lectern with the organiser, confirmed the content looked right […]

Lapel, Headset or Handheld – Which Should You Use?

Wireless microphone and receiver kit for professional sound amplification at corporate events.

If you’re planning a talk, panel, or all-hands and you’ve got AV hire, PA system setup, and wireless microphone options on the table, one question always pops up: Which mic should we choose—lapel, headset, or handheld? Short answer: it depends on the presenter, the room, and the format. Long answer: let’s break down the pros […]

Videowalls For Events

Bring big ideas to life with a bright, modular LED videowall that looks great in the room and on camera. At AVE Services we supply and operate Absen 3.9mm LED panels driven by NovaStar processors, creating crisp displays for exhibitions, conferences, award shows, school presentations, and graduation ceremonies. Why choose an LED videowall? High impact […]

Conference Staging: How to Build a Stage That Works for Every Moment

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Contact us today for your Conference Staging requirements 01635 899551 – [email protected] When people hear “conference staging,” they picture a rectangle, a lectern, and a screen. Useful? Sure. Memorable? Not always. The right conference staging turns a schedule of talks into a show with rhythm—smooth walk-ons, crisp handovers, clear sightlines, and a stage platform that […]

X32 Compact vs Yamaha DM3 Standard — Which Mixer We Grab (and Why)

Audio mixing console with digital interface, featuring sliders and control knobs, used for live event sound management.

AVE Services stocks both the Behringer X32 Compact and the Yamaha DM3 Standard (non‑Dante). We’re often asked which one we send out and when. Here’s our practical, field‑tested take, plus the hard specs side‑by‑side. TL;DR Take the X32 Compact when you’ll benefit from AES50 stageboxes (e.g., our SD8s), lots of buses/matrices and flexible routing for […]

Mac vs PC for Live Events: Which Laptop Should You Put on the Tech Desk?

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TL;DR: Presentations: PCs edge it for PowerPoint and corporate compatibility. Playback & audio: Macs are rock-solid for QLab, Dante, and pro media workflows. Video switchers & capture: Both work—PC offers broader driver support (capture cards, vMix), Mac offers stability with fewer variables. HDCP & adapters: Macs can be fussier about HDCP handshakes and dongles; PCs […]

Why We Reach for Unicol (and the VS1000 Scimitar) for Rental Screens & Projectors

A mounted TV screen with No signal in an event setup room, alongside a wooden table and elegant decor.

When we spec brackets and stands for rental screens and projectors, we look for three things: stability, predictable setup, and parts we can source quickly when a job changes late in the day. Unicol tends to meet those criteria, which is why it regularly appears in our kits—but it’s not the only option, and it […]

A Smarter Hybrid Conference Setup: 10 Mics, 4 PTZ NDI Cameras, and a Biamp Tesira Brain

Audio equipment featuring a Tascam SD-20M recorder and Biamp Tesira Forte DSP in a professional AV setup.

A Smarter Hybrid Conference Rig That Thinks For Itself Hybrid meetings shouldn’t feel like a compromise. At AVE Services, we’ve built a portable rack that brings broadcast-grade audio and video into boardrooms and town halls with minimal fuss: 10 microphones, 4 NDI® PTZ cameras, a Biamp Tesira DSP at the core, and Dante® to move […]

Why we use SDI for relay screens, projectors and long cable runs

When a room needs reliable relay screens down the sides, a stage projector at the back, or a long throw to a tech table, we often build the video backbone on SDI (Serial Digital Interface). It’s the broadcast standard for moving uncompressed video over long distances with locking connectors and rock-solid signal integrity—ideal for conferences […]

How we use NDI to run modern, flexible live events

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Network Device Interface (NDI) lets us move high-quality video and audio over standard Ethernet. Instead of long copper video runs and stacks of converters, we push clean feeds around the venue on a managed network—fast to deploy, easy to route, and simple to scale. The backbone: 10 Gb fibre between FOH and stage Our control world […]

Choosing the Right Lectern for Your Event: From Aluminium to Digital Displays

Podium with laptop and display showcasing Expedition Cruise Awards 2024 branding, set against purple event lighting.

When it comes to professional presentations, conferences, or corporate events, the right lectern can make all the difference. At AVE Services, we offer a range of lecterns for hire — from classic wooden and aluminium lecterns to fully interactive digital lecterns with screens. Whether you’re planning a business seminar, an awards ceremony, or even a […]

The Complete Guide to LED Battery Powered Uplighting Hire

multi coloured led up lighters including a warm white for traditional colours.

Lighting That Transforms Every Occasion Lighting has the power to change a space, create atmosphere, and make an event unforgettable. One of the most popular choices for modern events is LED battery powered uplighting — also known as wireless uplighters, wall uplights, LED floor par-cans, and portable par lights. Unlike traditional wired lighting, these units […]

Touch Screen Hire for Hybrid & Remote Meetings

Large digital display setup on a stand in a corporate conference room, with sleek wooden flooring and modern decor.

Hybrid working is now the norm, and businesses need technology that keeps both in-room and remote participants connected. A laptop camera and basic projector often don’t cut it. That’s where touch screen hire provides a professional solution. At AVE Services, we supply an 86″ iiyama touchscreen on an electric lift stand for hire, giving businesses […]

LED Battery Powered Uplighting for Parties

Outdoor stage setup illuminated with vibrant purple lighting and smoke effects, ideal for concerts or live events.

Setting the Mood for Celebrations Whether it’s a milestone birthday, anniversary, engagement, or festive gathering, the right lighting can completely transform the mood of a party. Music and décor matter, but lighting is what truly makes the atmosphere come alive. That’s why LED battery powered uplighting — also known as wireless uplighters, wall uplights, floor […]

LED Battery Powered Uplighting for Weddings

Elegant wedding venue setup with draped fabric ceiling, floral arrangements, chandeliers, and seating for a ceremony.

Create a Magical Atmosphere with Wedding Lighting Hire Your wedding day is one of the most important moments of your life, and every detail counts. Couples often spend weeks perfecting the venue décor, but it’s the lighting that truly sets the mood. LED battery powered uplighting — also known as wireless uplighters, wall uplights, or […]

How Touch Screens Transform Training and Workshops

Conference room presentation setup with a large touch screen displaying Progressive Technologies. Laptop and cables on the side table.

When it comes to training sessions and workshops, engagement is everything. Traditional methods—such as paper handouts, static slides, or projectors—often leave participants sitting passively. That’s where touch screen hire makes all the difference. At AVE Services, we provide an 86″ iiyama touch screen on an electric lift stand for hire, giving trainers and facilitators a […]