Equipment

Platt House and the PAC Shop carry a limited inventory of helpful production gear to share amongst the student performing arts community. Our stock is first-come, first-serve, and priority is given to who have proven to be responsible stewards of these resources.

Each item listed below has an approval process, so please plan ahead and send requests early!

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • How long can my rental last?
    Rentals should last no more than 11 days. Late returns may have a ___ penalty.
  • What if the item I’m looking for is not listed?
    We may not have the capability to manage la carte loans. If we are not able to accommodate your request, we may have recommendations for who to contact.
  • I noticed that no one is using this item in the building. Can I borrow it for my event?
    Not all of the equipment in Platt House is free for student use, and most things have a dedicated use or an upcoming reservation. Please ask for permission before moving or borrowing items in our space.
Use our email template to request equipment
Keyboard Kit

Renting a Platt House keyboard requires prior approval. Contact us at least 1 week in advance to check availability for this item.

  • Juno DS88 Keyboard
  • Mackie Thump 12 Keyboard Amp
  • Keyboard Stand
  • Keyboard Stool
  • Cable bag containing 1/4" cable, keyboard power cable, amp power cable, and pedal

Renting a Platt House drum kit requires prior approval. Contact us at least 1 week in advance to check availability for this item.

  • Bass drum with kick pedal
  • Small tom
  • Medium tom
  • Snare drum with stand
  • Hi-hat cymbal with stand
  • Crash cymbal with stand
  • Ride cymbal with stand
  • Accessory bag containing drum sticks and drum key

Platt House’s folding travel stands are available for students to borrow using the sign-out sheet in our rehearsal hallway. Contact us for permission if you intend to borrow more than 8 stands.

  • 8 folding music stands

PAC Shop Equipment

The PAC Shop stocks and manages an inventory of scenery, lights, props, costumes, and audio equipment for the use of PAC groups. Email the Shop for new inquiries, and learn more over on the PAC Shop webpage.

  • Audio equipment
  • Scenic elements
  • Theatrical lights
  • Props and costumes
  • Tools and space for scenery construction

Looking for more?

You can also…

Ask to borrow from other student groups

Browse our directory of performing arts clubs - maybe one of them has gear you can borrow!

Check other campus resource offices

Check the Penn Libraries' inventory loaner instruments and musical gear. Tip: the Vitale Digital Media Lab also carries audio and recording equipment.

Rent A/V or musical gear from campus AV providers

Penn Live Arts and Visual Sound may have items to rent to groups with a University budget code.

Try the Philadelphia Free Library's Musical Instrument Collection

Our city library system loans out some instruments and gear from their Parkway Central Location!