House party gear in Bengaluru: speakers, mics, lights and a projector
In short
For a party in a 2BHK, one battery party speaker in the JBL PartyBox 110 class is enough; for a terrace of 30–40 people, rent a larger party speaker or a pair of PA speakers with a wireless mic. Add decor lights, and keep music down after 10 pm, when residential noise limits drop.
How much speaker you need
- A living room of 250–350 sq ft: one party speaker around 150 W (a PartyBox 110 or similar). Bigger is just louder for the neighbours.
- A terrace or clubhouse with 30–40 people: a PartyBox 310 or 710 class speaker, or two powered PA speakers with a small mixer.
- Karaoke or toasts: a pair of wireless mics. Check which inputs the speaker has before you book both.
Light and atmosphere
Warm decor lights and a couple of LED par lights do more for a room than a disco ball. A fog machine looks good on a terrace but sets off smoke detectors indoors, and many apartment corridors have them, so check first.
A match or a movie on the wall
A projector and a 100-inch screen turn a terrace into a screening for a cricket final. You need it to be dark (after sunset), a laptop or streaming stick with HDMI, and a speaker for sound; our projector guide covers the set-up.
Noise rules
India's Noise Pollution Rules set residential limits of 55 dB(A) by day and 45 dB(A) at night, with night from 10 pm to 6 am, and loudspeakers are not to be used outdoors at night. Apartment associations often have stricter hours. Move the party indoors and turn it down at 10.
Feeding a crowd
Chafing dishes keep a buffet warm for a couple of hours, and folding tables and chairs save borrowing from three neighbours. Both are listed under events and catering on Lumo Bazaar.
Pickup checklist
- Play the speaker at full volume for 30 seconds: no rattle or crackle
- Pair it with your phone over Bluetooth
- Mics switch on, with fresh batteries or a charge
- Lights: every string and par light switches on, remote included
- Count the cables and the power adapters
Typical prices in Bengaluru
| Type | Per day | Deposit (about) |
|---|---|---|
| Party speakers | ₹300–1,500 | ₹1,000 |
| Wireless microphone systems | ₹300–900 | ₹2,000 |
| Decor lights | ₹100–500 | ₹300 |
| Stage lighting & truss | ₹200–900 | ₹1,000 |
| Projectors | ₹500–1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| Chafing dishes & buffet | ₹100–400 | ₹300 |
| Folding tables & chairs | ₹20–500 | ₹200 |
Lumo catalogue ranges for Bengaluru; each owner sets their own price, and the deposit is held by Lumo. All rental prices
Questions
What speaker should I rent for a house party?
For a flat, one 150 W-class party speaker such as a JBL PartyBox 110. For a terrace with 30–40 people, a larger party speaker or two powered PA speakers with a mixer.
How late can I play music at a house party in Bengaluru?
Residential night-time limits under India's Noise Pollution Rules start at 10 pm, and outdoor loudspeakers are not to be used between 10 pm and 6 am. Your apartment association may set earlier hours.
Can I rent party lights and mics in Bengaluru?
Yes. Owners on Lumo Bazaar list decor lights, stage lights, wireless mics, fog machines and party speakers; each listing shows the price per day and the deposit.