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Need recording equipment for a gig, or want to record music at home?

Libraries are no longer just places to get books. Need a PA system for a party, a speaking engagement, or a wedding? Playing a live or studio gig? Need to do some recording in the field, or hook up some gear to your laptop and make a new album at home? The new Library Music Equipment collection has what you need. We love Wellington music at Wellington City Libraries and we are here to help you make it.

We have five new Music Kits for people to borrow as part of our new Equipment Lending Service:


AudioBox KIT:
• 1x Rode NT1-A Microphone
• 1x SM6 Shock mount & pop filter
• 1x Dust Cover
• 1x Rode 6m XLR cable
• 1x Presonus Audiobox iTwo
• 1x USB cable
$30 for 4 days/Loan Extension Fee: $10 per day

Zoom KIT:
• 1x Zoom H5
• 1x Zoom plastic case
• 1x SD card + Adapter
• 1x Remote
• 1x Remote extension cable
• 1x USB Cable
• 1X USB Power adapter
• 1x Foam wind cover
• 1x ‘Beard’ wind cover
$30 for 4 days/Loan Extension Fee: $10 per day

Microphone KIT:
• 1x Rode NT1-A Microphone
• 1x SM6 shock mount & pop filter
• 1x Dust cover
• 1x Rode 6m XLR cable
• 1x Shure SM57 microphone
$30 for 4 days/Loan Extension Fee: $10 per day

SMALL PA KIT:
• 2x Samson Expedition XP112A 2-Way Active PA Speaker
• 2x Samson BL3 VP Boom Stand & Cable pack
• 1x Samson Speaker Stand Bundle TS50P
Case Contents:
• 1x Yamaha MG06X Mixer
• 1x Power supply for above
• 1x Shure SM58 Microphone
• 1x Shure SM57 Microphone
$50 for 4 days/Loan Extension Fee: $50 per day

Big PA KIT:
• 2x Electro-Voice ZLX-12P 12″ Two-Way Powered Loudspeaker
• 1x Samson Speaker Stand Bundle TS50P
• 3x Samson BL3 VP Boom Stand & Cable pack
Case Contents:
• 1x Yamaha MG10XU Mixer
• 1x Power supply for above
• 2x Shure SM58 Microphones
• 1x Shure SM57 Microphone
$120 for 4 days/Loan Extension Fee: $50 per day

Terms and Conditions to borrow this equipment are in place to ensure the safe use of the equipment and its timely return. Charges will apply for this equipment. Community Services Card, SuperGold Card, and Leisure Card discounts will not apply. Loan extension fees will also apply.

To make a booking, fill out the Music Equipment form, telling us your details and what kit you want (agreeing to the terms and conditions) and a staff member will contact you to confirm your pickup time.


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