Why Hire a Professional Wedding DJ
Hey, everyone is looking for ways to save money, right? So why can’t we just hook up some speakers and an MP3 player?
That’s the question we want to answer today for you.
As you plan your wedding, you are most likely looking at ways to stretch your budget to make your day excellent. And just like photography, cakes, or dress designers, when it comes to the music for your reception, you definitely get what you pay for.
Sure, you can go on Craigslist and find an amateur DJ who has cut-rate prices, you can have your “friend” do it for you, or you can just simply set up speakers and a laptop and have a free-for-all.
However, choosing the right DJ will ensure the reception is more enjoyable and can mean the difference between guests leaving at 8 pm or having the dance floor bumpi’n till the wee hours.
The big question you must ask yourself is:
What kind of experience do you want your guests to have?
This should be a straight-forward one, but take a second to think about it. When you have a professional in the entertainment industry orchestrate your event, they are experienced in working with crowds, speaking, and troubleshooting – especially with equipment.
Not only will the sound and music choice be better and more exciting for your guests, but having a professional DJ will ensure you have one less headache to worry about.
Have you ever been to an event where something went wrong with the audio or video? It’s awkward for everyone.
If you’ve ever been to a wedding that was done by an amateur or experienced the free-for-all boombox style, you know how quickly song choice gets out of hand, or even the periods of silence that kills the mood.
Years after weddings are over, it’s not the dress, cake, or food that guests remember. It’s the experience they had, the dancing, and the excitement that triggers the memories.
Note: Friends don’t let friends DJ their own weddings.
What about price?
Good question.
Wedding industry professionals recommending budgeting about 8-10% of costs for entertainment.
They also stress that you get what you pay for and to make sure you do your research.
Your DJ is a big part of creating the right atmosphere and far too many wedding planners are concerned with making it pretty.
And I love this quote:
“My DJ ruined my wedding – but I’m really happy that I paid less for them than my vegetable tray, because the vegetable tray really made the party”.
— no bride ever.
Where do I start when looking for a DJ?
The first step in figuring this all out is to reach out and contact DJ services for your wedding to see if they are a good fit. And guess what? That’s us! Plus, we already anticipate the questions you should ask us ahead of time and will help you make the best decisions.
You want a DJ who is there to support the bride and groom, read the crowd, and make sure the event is exactly what was imagined. We want that for you too.
At the end of the ceremony, speeches, and dinner, it should be time to relax and have fun - you shouldn't have to worry about the entertainment. Go have fun and get your boogie on with your friends and family – we’ll take care of the rest!
We’re here to answer any questions, give you some unique ideas, and find a good fit for your next event.