5 Misconceptions About Hiring a DJ
In the world of wedding planning, hiring a DJ can be fraught with misconceptions. Let’s debunk some common myths surrounding DJ services, from playlists to Craigslist options and iPad rentals.
I Have To Make a Playlist For My DJ
Myth! If you knew all the music your guests would want to hear, you would be DJ’ing weddings yourself. A skilled wedding DJ will keep the dance floor packed all night and can even take your reception to a whole other level! Your DJ should be able to read the crowd to determine what should be played next. Between using your input and their judgment to direct their song choices your guests will have a blast! Feel free to formulate a “must-play list” of songs you would definitely like to hear at your reception. With that said, your DJ should be fully capable of taking charge once the party gets started. To give you a sneak peek at our most requested songs, click here.
Wedding DJ's Only Work for 4 to 6 hours
False! The length of a party, wedding reception, or any other event is only a small fraction of the time a DJ invests in that event. It is the only part that YOU see. Consultations, equipment upkeep, music library maintenance, and the daily routine of business operations are all critical in making that event a success.
I Have To Do All The Classic Formalities That Everyone Else Does
False! You don’t have to do anything at your wedding that you don’t want! A good wedding DJ can work with you to help formulate unique ideas for your reception. With their experience and industry knowledge, they can make your day unlike any other! Even if you want to keep things traditional but aren’t looking for the same old wedding, a seasoned DJ can help you create an event timeline. This timeline will be able to satisfy all your wants and makes your celebration one of a kind.
Craigslist DJ's Are Just As Good
Quite possibly but remember the sayings “If it sounds too good to be true” or “You get what you pay for”? If a DJ quotes you a low price for a wedding reception or private event party, most likely it’s a part-time hobby for him/her to pick up a few extra bucks. A full-time professional DJ service will spend many hours preparing for your event. There is a lot that goes into putting together professional entertainment for a wedding reception and it’s not just something you can show up and wing on the weekends with no preparation.
iPad Rentals Are Trending
Absolutely False! iPad weddings usually involve a few of the couple’s closest friends hovering around the iPad discussing what song to play next, while the rest of the guests walk off the dancefloor. In addition, couples using an iPad must rent, pick up, set up, operate, teardown, and return a sound system. Most systems available for rent are not of the same quality as those used by professional DJs who use their systems every weekend and take pride in their sound. Most rental systems do not come with any backup gear, as a top-notch professional DJ would. …and who is going to diagnose a problem and get the system running again if a component or cable fails?