The HCL Lab at Mana Contemporary

The HCL Lab is presented by Monira Foundation in partnership with HCL. This Joint Residency collaboration enables both organizations to meet artists where they are, promote visibility for the creative process, & respond to the evolving needs of our communities together.

HCL’s main studio is located on the 4th floor of Mana Contemporary, a multi-arts facility located between Chinatown; Bridgeport, home of a large community of Irish and Central Europe descent; and Pilsen and La Villita, Chicago’s two largest historically Mexican-American neighborhoods. The studio 1,700 square feet, equipped with Marley-faced sprung wood flooring, a 6’ Steinway piano, a PA system and projection equipment. Artists have access to additional onsite storage and the potential to use additional shared spaces at Mana Contemporary for both performance, workshop, rehearsal, and general meetings and administration based on request and availability.

Equipment List

The following list of equipment is in development and subject to change. Please check with staff before planning projects that rely on these items.

Mixers

  • Mackie 1604VLZ4 Mixer

  • Behringer XENYX 1202 Mixer

  • SKB Mixer Bag 18x18*

Speakers

  • Behringer Eurolive B112W 1000W 12 inch Powered Speaker (2)*

  • Behringer Eurolive B108D 300W 8 inch Powered Speaker (2)*

  • Gemini RS-412 12 inch 800W 2-Way Active Loudspeaker (2)

  • RCF ART 310 MK4 10 inch 300W 2-Way Passive Speaker (2)

  • Gemini GX-1201 12 inch Powered PA Speaker (2)

Wireless Portable PA System

  • Pyle Wireless Portable PA System

Wireless mics and lavs

  • Samson Dual Ch Pres Wls Sys, I band

  • Samson Concert 288 Dual Wls Q6, I Band

Cables

  • Pro Co 5 feet XLRF-XLRM Excellines Mic Cable

  • 20 feet XLRF-XLRM Mic Cable

  • Pro Co 50 feet XLRF-XLRM Excellines Mic Cable

  • 100 feet XLRF-XLRM Mic Cable

  • 20 feet 1/4-inch TRSM-XLRM Cable

  • Pro Co 50 feet 1/4-inch TRSM-XLRM Cable

  • 20 feet 1/4-inch TRSM-1/4-inch TRSM Cable

  • 50 feet 1/4-inch TRSM-1/4-inch TRSM Cable

  • 20 feet Stereo Breakout Cable-3.5 mm TRS Male
    to Dual 1/4-inch TS Male

  • Amplifier Power Cable Cords (9)

Stands

  • SpkStdBagBun On-Stage Spkr Std, Alum (pr) w/Bag (1)*

  • MicStd On-Stage Mic Std Tripod Heavy-Duty (2)

  • Mic Stand (3)

Micophone

  • Shure SM58 Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone (2)

  • Sennheiser e 825-S Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone (1)

Camera

  • Sony Alpha 7II

Video Camera

  • Canon XF300*

Projector

  • ViewSonic PJD5132 DLP Projector

Piano

  • 6' Petrof Piano and Bench

Lighting

  • Clip Lights (6)

  • Floor Stage & Studio Spotlight (2)

Chairs

  • Folding Chairs (30)

  • Tall Chairs with High Back (4)

  • Backless Stools (12)

  • Floor Cushions (30)

Tables

  • Wood Work Table on Casters

  • 4’ Plastic Folding Table

  • 6’ Folding Work Table (4)

  • 30” Cocktail Tables, option for 30” or 42” height (2)

Ladders

  • Aluminum 6’ Step Ladder (1)

  • Aluminum 8’ Step Ladder (1)

*Available through Monira Foundation