ThresholdAV provides mobile comedy show production — vocal microphones, PA systems, playback, recording, and an on-site technician — brought directly to comedy clubs, bars, theaters, and pop-up venues across New York City. We handle the mic, the gain staging, and the room so the comedian just focuses on the set.
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Comedy Clubs
Weekly shows and residencies needing consistent, professional audio.
Bar & Restaurant Comedy Nights
Pop-up comedy shows in spaces without dedicated sound systems.
Open Mic Hosts
Recurring open mics that need a reliable mic, PA, and someone to run it.
Theater Comedy Shows
Sketch, improv, and solo shows requiring multi-mic setups and clean reinforcement.
Comedy shows from 20 to 300+ guests. Small rooms need a single mic and one speaker. Larger venues and theaters may require multiple mics, monitor speakers, and a dedicated FOH engineer.
Single Mic Setup
One vocal mic, small PA, and a stand. Perfect for open mics and small bar shows.
Multi-Mic Setup
Two to four microphones with a mixer. For panel shows, improv, and group comedy.
Full Club System
PA speakers, sub, monitors, and a digital console. For comedy clubs and theaters.
An experienced engineer manages mic levels, gain changes between performers, and feedback prevention throughout the show. Engineer is included in most comedy packages and available as an add-on for equipment-only rentals.
Battery-powered PA systems available for outdoor comedy shows, park events, and venues without accessible power. Same clean vocal reinforcement without a generator.
For larger comedy festivals or multi-room events, we scale up through established rental partners to provide additional systems, stages, and crew as needed.
How much does comedy show sound cost in NYC?
Comedy show audio in NYC typically runs $175–$400 per show depending on room size and whether you need an engineer. Weekly residencies get reduced rates. We handle the mic, the gain staging, and the room so the comedian just focuses on the set.
Do you provide the microphone for stand-up comedy?
Yes. We bring a professional vocal microphone (Shure SM58 or equivalent), a stand, and a clean PA system tuned for speech intelligibility. If the room needs it, we add a small sub for warmth without overpowering the room.
Can you handle a comedy show with multiple performers?
Absolutely. We bring multiple microphones, a mixer with enough channels for all performers, and an engineer who manages gain changes between comedians. We also handle mic hand-offs and quick changeovers.
Do you work with comedy clubs and venues on a recurring basis?
Yes — we provide weekly and monthly residency packages for comedy clubs, bars, and theaters running regular shows. Recurring bookings get consistent crew and reduced rates.
Can you set up in a bar or restaurant that doesn't have a sound system?
Yes. We bring everything needed — speakers, mixer, microphones, stands, and cables. We can set up in any room with a power outlet, including bars, restaurants, backyards, and pop-up spaces.
Final pricing depends on event duration, location, audience size, transportation, venue access, equipment requirements, setup time, staffing, power availability, and breakdown requirements. Threshold provides a written quote before booking.
Complete mobile production with equipment, labor, and operation.
On-location FOH mixing and show operation.
PA systems with delivery and setup.
Recording comedy shows for archival or content.
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