Following an extensive re-fit in the summer of 2004 & an extensive part Arts-Council-Backed PA system upgrade in 2020, The Brook is fast becoming one of the favourite medium sized venue in the South of England.
Situated close to the University, it is an ideal venue as Southampton has an annually rising student population, which is currently well over 30,000. The Brook is close to the M3 and M27 motorways, and also has easy access to rail, airport and ferry ports. With a capacity of 520, (with limited seating around the balcony), a fantastic intimate atmosphere is created whether you are sitting or standing.
The feel of the venue is a little like the old Mean Fiddler in Harlesdon, London. There are two floors with two large bars and disabled facilities. Because of the balcony, every member of the audience is able to feel close to the band. Many bands who have played have commented on how good a venue it is and we are justly proud of it.
Dressing rooms
The Brook has two adjoining dressing rooms with power shower and toilet.
There is a fridge and washing machine in the kitchen area which leads out to an enclosed external balcony. There is also a television and Wi-Fi broadband internet access.
The comfort of the back-stage area leads to a perfect state of mind for a performance.
Access
We can accommodate from small vans to double decker touring coaches with trailers, with access straight on to the stage, and can supply overnight electricity and water to sleeper buses.
Available hours
Our hours can be flexible but are generally 19:00/19:30 – 00:00 (We usually close at midnight on the weekend, but we are able to run till 02:00 if needed).
Merchandise
We are proud to be listed in the Featured Artists Coalition as one of the many venues in the UK that do not charge commission for artists to sell their own merchandise. The FAC has launched a new directory ‘100% Venues’, a public database of UK venues that charge zero commission on artists’ merchandise sales.
Other info
- Open for 31 Years
- PRS Listed Venue
- Ticket prices typically range from £5-£35
- Effective selling capacity is 520 with seating around the balcony.
Technical specifications
Sound
Speakers
Downstairs
2 x TWAUDiO T24N Mid-Tops (2 x 12′′ LF + 1.4′′ HF)
2 x TWAUDiO B18 Subs (1 x 18′′)
1 x TWAUDiO BSX Subs (2 x 21″)
Upstairs
2 x TWAUDiO T20 Mid-Tops (2 x 10″ LF + 1.4″ HF)
Control & amplifiers
Midas M32 Foh Desk With A Six Way Monitor Mix
Plus Easy Installation Of On Stage Monitor Desk (At Extra Cost).
32 Channel Stage Box, 2 X 32 Channel Splits (Foh & Monitor)
FOH:- 2 x Lab Gruppen D120:4L D Series Lake Amp 4 x 3000W
MONITOR AMPS: 3 x QSC RMX2450, 1 x JBL MPX1200BSS
Monitors
10 x CVA One Voice OV15/2DC Monitor Wedges
Drufill: 18” SUB & 1 x One Voice OV15/2DC
Microphones
We have a large selection of microphones available.
Lighting
10 x Chauvet Rogue R2X Wash
6 x Chauvet Rogue R2X Spot
8 x Chauvet Colordash Par Hex 12IP
4 x Chauvet Strike 4 Blinder/Strobe
4 x Fresnel with Barn Doors (FOH)
1 x Chauvet AM Haze Whisper
Backdrop Bar (6m) On Pulley – Max Weight 15Kg
1 x Chamsys MQ80 console
4 x 5pin DMX lines (2 running house LX and 2 guest)
1 single phase 32a Cform available for touring LX
A full rig plan and dmx patch list is available on request.
Stage size
Stage dimensions are:
- 7.4m x 4.65m / (24’3″ x 15’3″)
- 4.5m / (14’8′′) from stage to ceiling
- 1.33m / (4’4″) stage height from floor
Live recording facilities
32 channels of 24Bit 44.1/48kHz multi-track recording Aaailable to SD card or DAW. Multi-track files can be delivered on the night for you to mix at your leisure, or mixed at P/H Rate. Most people just want the files which is fine by us!
Please get in touch in advance if you would like to record your show. This must be arranged in advance. Previous clients include The Rifles, Dreadzone, The Yardbirds and more…