Second City Sound

Second City Sound Location Sound Equipment Sales and Rental We also know that when gear goes down, you need someplace to turn for options. We look forward to serving you.

Second City Sound & Communications was founded by Emmy Award winning audio engineer Gerry Formicola with more than twenty years of real world experience in the industry. At Second City Sound, we understand early calls, late night shoots and producers who want everything at the last minute. Whether you need expendables or a backup mixer to cover you, our goal is to be there to lend a hand.

Wishing you and yours a relaxing Labor Day holiday!
09/03/2026

Wishing you and yours a relaxing Labor Day holiday!

It’s been that kind of a day around here…sampling of good and bad eats plus some good drinking from across the cheddar c...
07/17/2026

It’s been that kind of a day around here…sampling of good and bad eats plus some good drinking from across the cheddar curtain…

Thanks Donut Vault, Pompeii Bakery and New Glarus Brewing Co.

Have a great weekend all!

Enjoy a great Independence Day Holiday!
07/01/2026

Enjoy a great Independence Day Holiday!

Hey Sound People!It's that time of year for Filmscape Chicago this Saturday and Sunday June 27th and 28th at Cine City ...
06/23/2026

Hey Sound People!

It's that time of year for Filmscape Chicago this Saturday and Sunday June 27th and 28th at Cine City Studios!

We'll feature sound and communications gear from all your favorite manufacturers and will be joined by representatives from Lectrosonics, Inc., Deity Microphones and Sound Devices .

Chicago's own Scott Smith has worked with the Cinema Audio Society (CAS) to create a CAS Mixer Mixer on Saturday night at Filmscape on the 4th floor for food and drink from 5pm-8pm.

Feel free to share this info with cohorts or on your social media!!

We look forward to seeing you there!!!

In observance of Memorial Day we will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will reopen on Tuesday with our regular hours.
05/22/2026

In observance of Memorial Day we will be closed on Monday, May 25th. We will reopen on Tuesday with our regular hours.

We’ll be out looking for all things new and exciting at The NAB Show….What are you looking for?
04/19/2026

We’ll be out looking for all things new and exciting at The NAB Show….

What are you looking for?

Excited to have Ryan win the Pot of Gold today including SCS Swag, and products by Viviana Sound Solutions LastyBands Sh...
03/13/2026

Excited to have Ryan win the Pot of Gold today including SCS Swag, and products by Viviana Sound Solutions LastyBands Shure BongoTies Sennheiser plus more!

Friday is the last day of our in shop sale! Get in and save some green!
03/13/2026

Friday is the last day of our in shop sale! Get in and save some green!

The Pot of Gold winner will be selected EOD Friday! There is still time to enter and see the great deals on new and us...
03/11/2026

The Pot of Gold winner will be selected EOD Friday! There is still time to enter and see the great deals on new and used gear!

🍀 Save Some Green & Celebrate at Second City Sound! 🍀 March 9th - 13th 10am-5pm
03/08/2026

🍀 Save Some Green & Celebrate at Second City Sound! 🍀
March 9th - 13th 10am-5pm

Address

2558 W 16th Street
Chicago, IL
60608

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

(773) 277-9320

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