Excellent is the only word that comes to mind! Ryan and his team went above and beyond on…read moreeverything!! He was always thinking ahead, fixed every problem, and made everything easier!!

Ryan replied quickly to my inquiry and got the details of my job on a phone call. He was prompt…read morewith his quote which was reasonable. He is knowledgeable and they have the gear.

Leo and his team were very professional and responsive. We had a several day program for our…read morecorporate team and they exceeded all expectations. They handled all aspects of the 3 day conference. We had a last minute challenge to find a photographer and Leo took it upon himself to find someone local to jump right in. He saved the night!

excellent support for our first academic meeting which was being live broadcast through our App…read more Thankyou for ensuring a fantastically successful meeting!

This was my 2nd time booking Sound and Video Rentals with Jay! Our 1st event was in 2021 and he…read moreprovided amazing sound equipment for a fitness event with over 100 people here in the Bay Area. This year, 2025, he provided sound for our 5th year Step anniversary for over 80 people. It was a easy process booking him. He was responsive right away, came and set up the equipment quickly, and picked up the equipment for us after the event, taking care of a huge and important aspect for our event. Sound was AMAZING! Loud enough for everyone to hear. Mics were nice and clear! System was in great condition and not hard to navigate! We appreciate Jay for always making it work for us even when it's last minute! This definitely won't be the last time we use him for our events in the future! Thank you Sound and Video Rentals! BAY AREA BOOK HIM NOW for your events! You definitely won't regret it! -Lei Areaaa Xtreme Hiphop with Leila

Visited location to physically view options. It was a UPS Store Front. An employee said Company…read morehas a mailbox. Left a message. Jay Mariano called me back immediately. We discussed setting up an appointment to meet at the company warehouse yesterday. When I arrived at the address, I was surprised to see it was an active construction site in Concord. I emailed and left messages. No response. Possibly a Scam!

Hal was amazing to work with at an event where we needed audio set up in a cafe. He was incredibly…read moreresponsive and well priced for the level of service we got. Look forward to using him again for our next sf event!

Hal is awesome! I had a last-minute request for corporate event in a hotel meeting room that Hal…read morecapably helped us with. He was friendly and prompt, highly responsive, offered super competitive pricing, had just the right equipment, and and setup AV for our event just perfectly. I really appreciate him being so punctual and calm. He was able to meet our demands with a smile, so I highly recommend partnering with Hal and The Big Picture for your next event!

Adam is a pleasure to work with, innovative and personable, producing meaningful special event and…read morepermanent experiences in our community, that leave beautiful and successful results.

From the owner: Ionic Lighting's design work ranges from corporate events and large-scale concerts to theater,…read moreoutdoor festivals and weddings. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we consult and design for venues and clients in Northern California and around the world. Ionic brings a professional, unique approach to each new project to help you achieve the greatest possible impact. From concept design to production and execution, Ionic is your choice for lighting your next event.

We had an excellent experience working with Verducci Events for the A/V at our community film…read morescreening of GOAT by Unanimous Media. From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly detail-oriented. They understood the stakes of a high-visibility screening and executed flawlessly--crisp sound, clean projection, and a seamless setup that allowed the audience to stay fully immersed in the film. What really stood out was their calm, solutions-oriented presence onsite. Live events always come with moving parts, and Verducci handled everything with ease and confidence, making our team feel fully supported. They were collaborative, respectful of the space, and clearly invested in the success of the event--not just the tech. If you're looking for an A/V partner who is reliable, thoughtful, and truly knows how to show up for community-centered and high-profile events alike, Verducci Events is it. We'd absolutely work with them again.

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for helping to make our reunion truly special. There have…read morebeen nothing but rave reviews for all aspects of the evening! The lighting was lovely, the music spot-on, and overall the production elements were perfect. I got zero complaints that the volume was too high - which has been a common complaint at all previous reunions. We also had good feedback on the Photo Booth. On behalf of the Skyline High School class of 74, thank you so much for being a big part of making the reunion a beautiful memory for all who attended!

OVM is my go to for event rental and production management needs. They've been as responsive to my…read moresmall local event requests as my large corporate, "shut down the streets," requests. I've been working with them for over 15 years and have witnessed their considerable growth and re-investment into their business and relationships. Their clients have benefited from their progression.

My company has been using OVM for years for events small (less than 1k) and large (over 3k). They…read moreare always early, and ready to go. When throwing events, its important to have reliable vendors and staff. OVM goes the extra mile for their clients to ensure the best possible events. In the Bay area, OVM is the go-to company for event production. Oakland is lucky to have such a gem!! Book early because you will have tons of competition for such a competent group.

Last minute Super Bowl LX w/e major brand restaurant takeover #Prubechu #Ortega ~r esponse time to…read moreinitial outreach was almost immediate, incredibly fair proposal, and effects added massive elevation to the environment of the event! Definitely recommend and look forward to collaborating again on future events...

Mark and his team were absolute professionals. The speaker set up for my wedding fell through 36…read morehours prior to the event and Mark swooped in with barely any notice and completely made the event with the sound. He arrived on time and made sure everything was set up and ready to go. Multiple people commented that the sound set up really brought so much life to our ceremony. We're so grateful for Mark and his team and would love to work with them again!!

We had an extraordinary experience working with Stephen Dukleth at a high profile fundraiser for…read moreMeals on Wheels. After the site walkthrough our team was pinching ourselves at how lucky we were to get to work with Steve and his crew. He was thorough, personable and incredibly knowledge. At the event itself, Steve blew us away by not only his, warmth, graciousness and decades of knowhow, he generously educated us on the fine points of sound. Our Sound Engineer and Videographer came away with a master-course in troubleshooting complex remote devices (pic included). Brian, also from OAVS was a delight and ever-ready for all the exciting twists and turns the night held. This is the kind of company you don't see anymore. 3 generations of fellas, all truly lovely and at the cutting edge of their craft. We HIGHLY recommend Oakland Audio-Visual Services to anyone planning an event that wants to ensure a smooth and heartwarming experience!

I've had the pleasure to work with the Oakland Audio and Visual Services today. Wow! It has been a…read morewhile since I have worked with someone that friendly and professional. Michael (in the planning) and Steve (in the execution) have been creative problem solvers from the jump. That is so important in the A/V space. They've gone above and beyond, and they roll with any punch thrown their way. They care so much about their clients. I have been in great hands this entire time. They love their work and their entire team was so accommodating to their client needs. They had a positive demeanor the whole day and were an absolute joy to work with. You can just tell their is a culture of excellence at OAVS. Their knowledge and inventory is unmatched in the area. They are just plain awesome. Thanks you OAVS!