The 2027 NAMM Show · January 26–30 · Anaheim

Official Backline Partner

CenterStaging is NAMM's official backline partner for 2027. We plan, ship, store, set up and return the gear for exhibitors, brand partners and the Show's biggest stages, so everything is ready when the artist walks on stage.

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On the Show floor

The Stages

Our crew and inventory support the stages and award shows NAMM audiences come to see, and that same team is available to exhibitors across the convention center.

  • Yamaha Grand Plaza Stage
  • RCF Arena Stage
  • Bass Magazine Awards
  • TEC Awards
  • SheRocks Awards
  • NAMM Retail Awards
  • Grand Rally for Music Education
  • Bands at NAMM stages

For exhibitors & brand partners

Services

Booth demos, in-booth performances, artist signings and showcases. Tell us what you need and we'll handle the logistics, from loading dock to showtime.

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01

Receive & Hold

Ship your gear to our Burbank facility ahead of the Show. We check it in, store it and stage it for delivery.

02

Deliver to NAMM

We bring your equipment to the Anaheim Convention Center and get it to your booth or stage on time.

03

Supply Our Gear

Fill gaps or skip shipping altogether with instruments, amps, drums and keys from the CenterStaging inventory.

04

Setup & Tech Support

Experienced backline techs to set up, line-check and support your performers.

05

Post-Show Return

We break down, pick up and handle return logistics after the Show closes.

06

Rider & Gear Planning

Send a rider or a rough list. We'll help sort out what to ship, what to rent and what's already on site.

How it works

Four Steps

1

Send your request

Complete the form below with your gear list, dates and services.

2

We confirm details

Our NAMM team follows up on logistics, availability and any service costs.

3

Ship or we pick up

Send gear to Burbank, schedule a pickup or use our inventory.

4

Ready at showtime

Gear is delivered and set up, then returned after the Show.

Exhibitor backline request

Request Backline

The sooner we hear from you, the easier the logistics. Submit the form and our team will follow up to confirm the details.

1. Company & Contact

2. Services Needed

Services Needed
Check all that apply.

3. Equipment & Show

Brand, model and quantity, or attach a list below.
Drag & Drop Files, Choose Files to Upload You can upload up to 3 files.
PDF, Word, Excel, CSV or image. Up to 3 files, 10 MB each.

4. Equipment Delivery Method

Equipment Delivery Method

Any applicable paid services or return-shipping costs are coordinated separately.
Prefer a PDF? Download the fillable request form.

Questions about backline at NAMM?

Let's Talk

Call (818) 559-4333 · Rental Will Call: 2517 N. Ontario St., Burbank, CA 91504

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Contact Us

Studio Campus

3400 Winona Ave
Burbank, CA 91504 View map

(818) 480-4169

Rental Will Call

2517 N. Ontario St
Burbank, CA 91504 View map

(818) 559-4333
fax: (818) 848-4016