Rentals

Affordable Projector, Screen and Audio Equipment Rentals

347-725-3874 (M-F, 10 AM to 6 PM)
rentals@rooftopfilms.com
232 Third Street, Suite E-105, Brooklyn, NY 11215

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Are you looking for affordable speakers or projector rentals for use in your own film screening, business presentation, fundraiser, or any other special events? Rooftop Films has you covered (and we’ll keep you on budget too). In addition to our annual Summer Series we have been producing film/video/music events throughout New York since 1997 and have always been proud of our commitment to quality presentation.

We have competitive rates, a large selection of high quality video and audio equipment, as well as inexpensive delivery and technical assistance for your events. Plus, we offer a wide range of event production services; from securing venues to film curation and marketing outreach to box office management. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit all proceeds from our rentals go towards our vital programs, including the Summer Series and the Rooftop Filmmakers’ Fund grant program.

• AV, Screen, and Projector Rental NYC and Brooklyn
• The lowest rates for quality A/V equipment
• Professional technical support
• Delivery, set up, technical operation and pick up are available.
• Discount rates for artists, filmmakers, and non-profit organizations.

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Screening Packages

Contact us to customize packages to your needs. Scroll down to view images of our screens.

12-Foot Fast-Fold Screening$1,500 – $3,000

  • Includes a 6,000 lumens projector, full sound package (4 speakers, analog mixer, subwoofer), delivery, setup and execution (3 technicians)

20-Foot Inflatable Screening$2,500 – $4,250

  • Includes a 6,000 lumens projector, full sound package (4 speakers, analog mixer, subwoofer), delivery, setup and execution (3 technicians)

30-Foot Inflatable Screening $3,500 – $5,500

  • Includes a 10,000 lumens projector, full sound package (4 speakers, analog or digital mixer, 2 subwoofers), delivery, setup and execution (4 technicians)

40-Foot Inflatable Screening $5,000 – $7,000

  • Includes a 10,000-15,000 lumens projector, full sound package (4-6 speakers, analog or digital mixer, 2 subwoofers), delivery, setup and execution (5 technicians)

Drive-In Screening $3,000 – $700

  • Includes a 20ft, 30ft, or 40ft inflatable movie screen, a 6,000 to 15,000 lumens projector, “drive-in” sound package (high powered RF radio transmitter and antenna, full sound mixing suite, dedicated Audio Engineer), delivery, setup and execution (5 technicians)

Projectors

ModelPrice/Day
Barco DP2K-10s (10,000 Lumens, DCI compliant, 2k native resolution)$1,350
Panasonic DZ-21K (20,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$1,250
Panasonic PT-RZ120 (12,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$1,100
Eiki LC HDT2000 (15,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$900
Christie L2K1000 (10,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$725
Christie LWU601i (6,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$425
Panasonic PT-EZ580 (5,400 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$200
Eiki LC-WUL-100 (5,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$200
Optoma EH512 (5,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$200
Optoma GT1080HDR (3,800 Lumens, Short Throw 0.5:1, 1080p Full HD)$175
BenQ SP890 (4,000 Lumens, 1080p Full HD)$150

Projection Screens

ModelPrice/Day
20′ x 40′ Inflatable Airscreen$1,500
16’9″ x 30′ Inflatable Airscreen$1,300
11.5′ x 20′ Inflatable Airscreen$1,050
9′ x 16′ Inflatable Screen$900
12′ x 21 Da-Lite Fast-Fold Truss Screen$520
9′ x 16′ Stumpfl Folding Screen$375
10’6″ x 14′ Da-Lite Fast Fold Screen$230
7′ x 12′ Da-Lite Deluxe Screen with Front and Rear Projection Surfaces$205
9′ x 12′ Da-Lite Fast-Fold Rear-Projection Screen$175
8′ Da-Lite Hanging Screen$52
7′ Da-Lite Tripod Screen$52
5’ Tripod Screen$45

Audio

Speakers

ModelPrice/Day
QSC KW152$125
QSC KLA12$125
QSC K181 Subwoofer$125
QSC K12$100
QSC CP12$100
Yamaha DXR10$75
QSC K10$75

Mixing Consoles & Audio Equipment

ModelPrice/Day
Pioneer CDJ-2000 NXS (x2) & Pioneer Mixer with Case$250
Behringer X32 Digital Mixing Console$225
Behringer X32 Compact Digital Mixing Board$150
Shure QLXD2/SM58 Handheld Wireless Transmitter
(L50: 632 to 696)
$100
Behringer S16 Digital Snake$75
Shure DMK57-52 Microphone Kit$40
Yamaha MG10 8-Channel Mixer$35
ADJ Aluminum DJ Booth$30

Backline

ModelPrice/Day
Drum Set (7pcs, Pearl Vision Drums, Zildjian Zbt Cymbals)$225
Bass Amp (Fender Rumble 100)$65
Guitar Amp (Fender Hot Rod Deluxe)$65
SM58 Microphone and Stand$12

Video Playback and Lighting

Video Playback and Switchers

ModelPrice/Day
Barco ImagePro II w/ HDCP$325
Dolby CP750 5.1 Audio Processor$250
HXR-NX3/1 NXCAM Professional Handheld Camcorder$200
Roland V-1HD Portable 4 x HDMI Input Switcher$100
AJA HA5-4K HDMI-SDI (4-Channel)$75
Manfrotto Tripod$40
Decimator MD-LX HDMI-SDI Extender (Pair)$25
Micca Speck G2 Digital Media Player$15
Panasonic DMP BD65 BluRay Player$10

Lighting

ModelPrice/Day
Stage Lighting Package – Chauvet Par64 LED x5$150
Follow Spot$150
Uplighting Package Freedom Flex x 6$125
Elation Stage Setter 24 Lighting Control Board + DMX$30

Televisions

ModelPrice/Day
65″ 4K LED Flatscreen Monitor (VIZIO E65-E1)$180
65″ 4K LED Flatscreen Smart Monitor (Samsung NU6900 Series 2160p)$180

Generators and Grip

ModelPrice/Day
Honda EU7000$250
Honda EU6500i$250
Honda EU2000i$90
Folding Chairs$2 per chair
Cable Ramps$4 per ramp
Portable 6′ Scaffolding Set with Wheels$40
6′ Truss Tower$75
Adjustable Projector Stand$20

In addition to the the above, we carry a variety of grip, rigging and cabling equipment, such as apple boxes, tables, truss towers, scaffold, ladders, cable ramps, spansets, shackles, XLR Cable, HDMI Cable, Cat5 Cable, SDI Cable, Edison Power Cable, and various adapters/splitters.

See Our Screens!

20-Foot Inflatable Screenings


30-Foot Inflatable Screenings


40-Foot Inflatable Screenings


Drive-In Screening


FAQs

Why rent from Rooftop Films?

All proceeds go to sustain and develop the nonprofit endeavors of Rooftop Films. As an organization we offer a platform and support for new work from independent filmmakers, as well as resources and expertise for community events all over the five boroughs. 

Why are Rooftop’s rental rates lower than standard rental houses?

Rooftop has shows all the time, so we need to own the equipment. But when we aren’t using our equipment, we don’t want it all to sit idle in storage, so we rent it at reduced rates to make a little money for our organization and to help artists and communities with their events.

How does it work?

• If you are interested in renting equipment, please fill out our Rental Request Form.
• Payments can be made via credit card or, if necessary, check.
• Rooftop Films offers discounted rates for artists and non-profit arts organizations. Please call if you need to discuss the possibility of additional discounts.
• All prices are subject to change. If you have any questions, please call us and we would be glad to talk about our equipment and policies.
• Equipment can be picked up and dropped off from our offices at 232 3rd Street in Gowanus, Brooklyn.
• Delivery, pick-up and technical assistance are available in the New York City area for an additional fee. Rates vary. We offer expertise in live audio, video, projection mapping, lighting, print traffic, and both indoor and outdoor event management.
• Payment is due before the equipment leaves our shop.

What is your cancellation policy?

As many of our events are outdoors, weather is always a consideration, and can be unpredictable. Here is our policy if you cancel the event for any reason, including weather:

• If you cancel 48 hours before load-out (usually 9AM on the show day), you can reschedule for an agreed-upon rain date at no additional cost. 
• If you inform us of cancellation prior to 9AM the day before load-out of the show, you pay the full price for the canceled event but can reschedule for 33% of the cost.
• If you inform us of cancellation after 9AM the day before but before Rooftop starts to load the equipment into our truck on the morning of the show (again, usually 9AM on show day), then you pay full price for the canceled event but can reschedule a rain for 50% of the cost.
• If you don’t cancel before we’ve started to load the truck on the show day, then you pay the full price for the event, and there is no discount on the rain date.

Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions about our policies! Covid-related cancellations are handled on a case-by-case basis and will take into consideration current health and government guidelines for events. 

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