Business Details
44 Years
experience
Your Trusted Event Production Partner
At Auntie Em Creative Consultants, we have been dedicated to delivering exceptional event production solutions since 1982. Our mission is to provide artists and event organizers with the highest quality backline equipment, pro audio systems, and comprehensive production services that meet exact technical specifications. With decades of experience in the live entertainment industry, our team of skilled technicians and production professionals ensures every detail is meticulously handled. We specialize in creating turnkey solutions for events ranging from intimate corporate gatherings to large-scale multi-day festivals. Our commitment to maintaining state-of-the-art equipment guarantees reliable performance for every client.Through collaborative partnerships with industry leaders, we continuously adapt to evolving production needs and technological advancements. Our one-stop-shop approach simplifies event planning by offering rental equipment, technical staff, and logistical support under one roof. We take pride in our reputation for precision, having earned the trust of world-class clients across Southern California and beyond. Our founders' deep understanding of artists' requirements drives our personalized service philosophy. By combining technical expertise with creative insight, we empower clients to focus on delivering unforgettable experiences without production concerns.
Services
Pro Audio Rentals
Backline Rentals
Event Production
DJ Equipment Rentals
Staging & Lighting
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We maintain 40+ years of experience in live event production and equipment rentals.
- Our technicians include former tour managers with firsthand experience of artist requirements.
- We guarantee equipment availability matching technical riders exactly without substitutions.
- Our inventory combines modern technology with meticulously restored vintage instruments.
- Our team offers complete event solutions from logistics to artist advancing.
What people say
Perfect condition gear
Knowledgeable technicians
Vintage instruments restored
Event logistics handled
Collaborative approach
Services
Pro Audio Rentals
Our comprehensive pro audio rental service provides state-of-the-art sound systems from recognized brands like d&b, JBL, and QSC. We offer complete audio solutions including mixing consoles, wireless systems, and monitoring equipment with technical support. With decades of experience in live sound production, our team ensures optimal sound quality for events of any size, from corporate presentations to major festivals.
Backline Rentals
Specializing in premium backline equipment rentals for musicians and tour productions. We maintain extensive inventory of drums, amplifiers, keyboards, and vintage instruments meticulously maintained to performance standards. Our service guarantees equipment matches technical specifications exactly, with no substitutions without client approval, ensuring artists have exactly what they need for flawless performances.
Event Production
Comprehensive event production services handling technical aspects from logistics to execution. Our experienced team provides turnkey solutions including power distribution, staging, lighting, and staff coordination. With 40+ years in the industry, we manage all production elements for events ranging from small gatherings to multi-day festivals, ensuring seamless execution through our proven expertise and extensive resources.
DJ Equipment Rentals
Extensive selection of high-quality DJ equipment rentals featuring multiple units of industry-standard controllers and mixers from Pioneer. We maintain current models alongside hard-to-find equipment to accommodate special requirements. All gear is regularly serviced to ensure reliability, with technical support available for setup and operation during events of any size or complexity.
Staging & Lighting
Complete staging and lighting solutions for events of all scales. Our inventory includes professional-grade rigging systems, trussing, and lighting fixtures that create optimal visual environments. Our experienced production team designs and implements safe, effective stage configurations while managing load-in, assembly, and power distribution requirements to ensure both aesthetic appeal and technical performance.
People
Thomas Santillanes
President
Founder with 25 years of tour management experience, recognized for establishing strict quality standards in backline rentals after identifying industry equipment deficiencies through firsthand experience with touring artists.
Martyn Claes
General Manager
Seasoned manager overseeing daily operations with deep industry knowledge gained through extensive experience in live event production logistics and client relationship management for high-profile events.
Ben Omlor
Production Manager
Experienced production specialist managing technical aspects of events, ensuring seamless execution through expertise in equipment coordination and on-site problem solving during complex multi-stage productions.
Greg Bottka
Sales Manager
Client-focused sales leader connecting clients with appropriate production solutions, leveraging technical knowledge to translate creative visions into practical equipment and service packages for successful event outcomes.
Nicolle Santillanes
Operations Manager
Efficient operations manager ensuring smooth workflow across departments, with expertise in resource allocation, timeline management, and quality control for the company's extensive equipment inventory and service offerings.
Questions
What types of events does Auntie M support?
We handle events from small corporate meetings to multi-day festivals with multiple stages.
Do you offer equipment delivery and setup?
Yes, our services include equipment transport, installation, and technical staff support.
What audio equipment brands do you carry?
We stock d&b, JBL, QSC speaker systems with Avid, DiGiCo, Midas, and Yamaha consoles.
Can you accommodate specific technical riders?
Absolutely, we guarantee equipment matching exact rider specifications without substitutions.
Do you provide staff for event operations?
Our experienced crew includes sound engineers, production managers, and logistics specialists.
Is vintage equipment available for special needs?
Yes, we maintain a collection of restored vintage instruments with boutique options.
Reviews (3)
Julio Lopez
Jun 13, 2022
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Rented 4 qsc k12 and cables generator everything neded for a float for UCLA and everything was great from customer service to equip. Shout out to Greg Thank You.
Christopher Fudurich
Jul 30, 2021
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I've been renting gear from Auntie M for the past 10 years and they always deliver on time with fully working gear
Felipe Angel Reyes
May 25, 2017
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Backline rentals at very competitive prices(keyboards, drumsets, guitar&bass guitars, amps and audio) anything you need for a musical event from the smallest item to the biggest
