Business Details
39 Years
experience
Professional Sound & Lighting Services in Monterey, CA
Monterey Bay Sound has been a trusted leader in professional audio services since 1987, delivering exceptional sound and lighting solutions for events of all sizes. With over 35 years of hands-on experience, our team has collaborated with hundreds of national and international artists, as well as local Monterey Bay Area performers, ensuring flawless execution for concerts, corporate events, weddings, and festivals. As an authorized distributor for top-tier brands like Shure and Mackie, we combine cutting-edge equipment with expert technical knowledge to meet diverse client needs.Our recent expansion into a state-of-the-art recording studio in 2024 reflects our commitment to innovation while maintaining affordability. Backed by decades of industry expertise and a reputation for reliability, we prioritize personalized service to transform every client's vision into reality.
Services
Sound System Rentals
Event Production
Recording Studio
Lighting Services
Equipment Sales
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in professional audio and event production.
- Our team works with top-tier brands like Shure and Mackie as authorized distributors.
- We provide customized solutions for events ranging from intimate gatherings to large festivals.
- Our state-of-the-art recording studio opened in Monterey in 2024.
- We have collaborated with hundreds of national and international touring acts.
Services
Sound System Rentals
We provide high-quality sound system rentals tailored to events of all sizes, from intimate weddings to large-scale festivals. Our inventory includes cutting-edge equipment from trusted brands like Shure and Mackie, ensuring crystal-clear audio performance. With decades of technical expertise, our team configures systems to meet specific venue acoustics and client requirements.
Event Production
Our full-service event production covers sound, lighting, and staging for concerts, corporate functions, and private celebrations. Backed by 35+ years of experience, we coordinate logistics from setup to execution, working with artists and venue managers to guarantee seamless performances. We specialize in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Recording Studio
Opened in 2024, our state-of-the-art recording facility offers professional-grade Pro Tools systems and premium microphones for local musicians. Services include tracking, mixing, mastering, and live demo recordings. The studio combines decades of engineering expertise with modern technology to deliver polished, industry-standard audio productions.
Lighting Services
We design and install dynamic lighting setups to enhance the visual impact of live events. Our systems integrate with sound configurations to create immersive atmospheres for concerts, festivals, and corporate gatherings. Customizable options ensure alignment with event themes and audience engagement goals.
Equipment Sales
As an authorized distributor for Audio-Technica, Klark Teknik, and Shure, we offer premium audio gear for professional and personal use. Our sales team provides expert guidance to help clients select equipment suited to their technical needs and budget, backed by decades of industry experience.
People
Larry Viales
Owner
Larry Viales has been a Monterey Bay Area audio professional since 1987, serving as head engineer at notable venues and working with hundreds of national touring acts. He opened Monterey Bay Sound's state-of-the-art recording studio in 2024 after decades in live sound production.
Questions
What types of events do you handle?
We provide sound and lighting for concerts, corporate events, weddings, festivals, and private celebrations in the Monterey Bay Area and beyond.
Do you sell audio equipment?
Yes, we are an authorized distributor for Shure, Mackie, Audio-Technica, and Klark Teknik, offering premium gear for professional and personal use.
Is your recording studio open to the public?
Our state-of-the-art recording facility in Monterey opened in 2024 and is available by appointment for local musicians seeking professional-grade production services.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Monterey Bay Area, including Carmel and San Jose, with event production and equipment delivery options for broader locations.
What experience do you have with live events?
With 35+ years in the industry, we've worked with hundreds of national artists and managed sound production for venues like Planet Gemini and Doc Ricketts Lab.