Technical Production
At Okoru, we are well versed in Technical Production. Having produced thousands of events for our clients, we know the in's and out's of even the most technical setups. We manage the technical production of our events in-house, from your initial inquiry to the de-brief post event.
Our warehouse facility in Bristol houses our vast stock to tech, from Line Array sound to Video Walls. Our incredible staff help us provide outstanding results on the ground for our clients. We have a variety of in-house transport facilities to get things to and from site.
For full details of our in house stock please see our hire stock page.
Live Sound
At Okoru we are highly experienced in sound production for live events. With over 10 years of experience in producing club and live events we can service all your needs.
We hire a range of sound systems using L Acoustics, Funktion1 and Electrovoice systems. We maintain a high standard and have a close relationship with our preferred suppliers to bring in additional equipment when necessary.
We regularly invest into top spec leading brands, we give attention to detail and a positive attitude throughout. We are a supplier to some of the UK and Europes top festivals and events. We specialise in
- Large Outdoor Events
- Concerts
- Brand Experiences
- Clubs
- Installations
- Unique Sound Design
Our rentals work from full audio production, providing all equipment and engineers to longer term hires and dry-hire.
Please see our range of our systems available for hire on the stock page and get in touch for your specific requirements. All systems are supplied in full touring versions, with wheel boards and accessories. All systems are driven by relative industry standard amplification, such as EMC2 for Funktion One and XTA DP448 Controllers.
Stage Lighting
We work with some of the best lighting engineers in the industry and supply a range of industry-standard fixtures from brands like Robe, Martin and Chauvet.
For control we work mostly with Avolites or Chamsys desks, but also Grand MA desks on our larger projects where another level of control is required. For some of our more unique stages our in-house technical manager, Josh, has built his own system of control, bringing his own forward thinking to a range of new LED products.
Please see our Hire Stock page for full details of our stage lighting.
Structures
We have various structures available for hire. Our largest is our 15m Thomas Engineering self-climbing stage. This versatile structure can be built with PA towers, or additional legs to improve roof loading. We also offer it in a smaller 12m wide configuration.
All structures come with a complete structural report, method statement, risk assessment, wind loading calculations and technical sign off. We also have a range of other ground support trussing structures, each with their own sign-off, which can be used in creative designs or for corporate events.
We have a range of Stretch Tent and Marquee Structures also available to hire.
Staging
We stock Litedeck staging system, which is available in 8x2, 8x4, 4x4 and 2x4ft sections. Our staging can be used with steel legs at particular heights, for example 1ft, 2ft or 3ft, or can be used with screw-jacks to get to any specific height.
We also offer accessible viewing platforms (sometimes know as disabled viewing platforms), access ramps and walkways. Our technical team are experts in designing bespoke staging structures.
We stock a range of complete Outdoor Stage Systems, with canopy roofs. Please see our Stage Hire page for more details.
DJ Equipment
We hold a significant stock of DJ Equipment for hire in the South West area, including Bristol, Bath, Chippenham, Cardiff, Exeter, Cheltenham and Cirencester.
Some of our stock includes the CDJ 2000 Nexus, CDJ 2000nxs2, DJM 900, DJM900nxs2, Technics 1210 mk2, Technics 1210 mk5G, Rekordbox specific Pioneer units, Serato SL3, Serato SL4, Allen and Heath Xone 62, Allen and Heath Xone 92.
Please see our hire stock page for full details.
Special Effects - SFX
We offer a range of special effects to add the ‘X’ factor to a live performance. Special effects range from CO2 cannons, flames, gerbs and confetti, to the more immersive use of special effects such as interactive projection mapping used alongside motion, light and sound sensors.
We hold a stock of special effects features in house, from confetti cannons to gerbs, flames jets and lasers.
We are continually pushing the boundaries forward with special and unique ideas for our clients events. Based on the changes in technology, more and more is becoming available to the commercial market as components get cheaper. We find ourselves at the forefront of a new movement in lighting and sound and it’s integration to events in new, special ways in order to give audience a truly interactive experience.
Video Wall
We supply various video wall options, including hi-resolution screens perfect for indoor presentations and conferences, or IP-rated outdoor screens for festivals and live sport. Our wall can be put up as a single screen, in a number of configurations, or used as a stage effect, with separated panels throughout a set or stage design.
We supply our video wall with media server and all necessary accessories. We can also produce unique content and visuals to enhance your events visual aesthetic.
Please get in touch to hire our wall for your event.
Power Management
We provide temporary power management solutions for events in the UK and Europe. We ensure to test connections and calculate loads.
Generators - We can use stand-alone units but prefer to use synchronised sets to avoid power failure. We ensure generators are run in a ventilated space outdoor space, minimising the risk of dangerous fumes reaching the audience or a sensitive area.
Power Distribution - We offer an extensive range of power distribution units, from rubber boxed RCD units for festivals, concerts and outdoor events to cable from domestic 13A up to 125A three phase and Powerlock.
Rider Management
We manage technical riders for many festivals and events. We also stock band and DJ backline equipment in-house.
We work with festival bookers to take initial rider information, collate this data into an overall kit list for a multi-stage event and then re-distribute the equipment to stages in time for performances. We also hold a spare stock and technicians on site to repair or replace any equipment that goes down on the day.
We offer a complete backline management service, from initial rider information to delivery of the items on stage. Our value is in our team, in the understanding of the equipment, the upkeep of the equipment to the highest standards and the service we deliver on the ground.