Sound and lighting hire for events
Starting costs about $19,000 in the United States and 3,310,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $2,120 net per month in the United States and 527,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 14 months, with 30 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 247 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19,000 | $2,120 |
| Nigeria | 3,310,000 NGN | 527,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £12,900 | £1,500 |
| Kenya | 843,000 KES | 72,700 KES |
| India | 413,000 INR | 53,000 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Families, associations and small businesses organising weddings, parties, conferences or religious ceremonies lack reliable sound and lighting at a fair price.
The solution
Hire of ready-to-use packs (speakers, microphones, mixer, lighting), delivered and set up, with an optional technician or DJ.
Your customers
Individuals for parties and weddings, associations, places of worship, schools, small businesses and event organisers.
How you make money
Pack from 80 to 400 € per day depending on size; delivery and setup 50 to 150 €; technician or DJ 150 to 400 € per evening.
Competition
Established event suppliers, DJs with their own gear, music shops that rent, and equipment borrowed from friends.
Who has an edge
A reliable, punctual DJ, musician or sound technician, well connected with venues and caterers, who guarantees a backup in case of failure.
The risks
Equipment damage and theft; strong seasonality; very busy weekends; respecting volume limits and music licensing depending on venues.
The first 3 steps
- Buy a first versatile good-quality used pack
- Introduce yourself to venues, caterers and places of worship
- Write a hire contract with deposit
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €5,000 − costs €3,500 = €1,500 net per month. Revenue: 15 rentals × €220 + 8 setups × €100 + 3 DJ nights × €300. Costs: equipment depreciation, van, storage, casual technician, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Sound and lighting hire?
About $19,000 (United States), 3,310,000 NGN (Nigeria), £12,900 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 247 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $2,120 (United States), 527,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,500 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 14 months, with 30 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Equipment damage and theft; strong seasonality; very busy weekends; respecting volume limits and music licensing depending on venues.
Where do I start?
1. Buy a first versatile good-quality used pack 2. Introduce yourself to venues, caterers and places of worship 3. Write a hire contract with deposit
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