Questions you should ask a DJ, before you hire one.

(We answer these questions to the best of our ability to keep you informed).

The Basics

1.       Do you have my date open?  (We’ll inform you right away of our availability.) 

2.       Have you done events at my reception or event location before? (We have played almost all major venue locations in the capital district, plus many others including outside events.)

3.       How long have you been in business? (We have been in business since 1997.)

 4.       How many weddings / events have you done & how many do you average in a weekend? (Thousands since 1997 & about 2 per weekend.)

 5.       What sets you apart from your competition? (Attention to detail & organization.  Personalizing music, program & timeline to make your wedding as unique as you are. Being adaptable & having a backup plan as situations change on the fly.)

 6.       Are there any other services that you provide, such as lighting design? (We have many services & options available.  Such as Uplighting, Separate Ceremony & Cocktail Hour Audio setups, Customizable Monogram Gobo Lighting, Slideshow Presentation equipment & Photo Booth Service.)

 7.       How far in advance do I need to secure your services? (We are booking at least a year in advance, but contact us for availability.)

 8.       Can you provide me with 3–4 recent brides that I can contact for references? (Absolutely, many of our clients & Brides are more than happy to tell you how much fun we made their event.)

Pricing and Other Business Details

1.       What is your pricing & does this include setup and breakdown? (There is NEVER a charge for setup or takedown.  My prices range from $1000 - $3,000 this mostly depends on the number of guests you have.) (The equipment needed for 50 people is not the same for 500 people.)

2.       How much is the retainer fee, when is it due & when is the final payment due? (Most of our DJ Services & Photo Booth Services are a $200 non-refundable retainer fee, with the balance due by the day of the event.)

3.       If the event lasts longer than scheduled, what are the overtime charges? (We are never in a hurry to leave & would love to continue the party.  Prices are: Listed on our DJ Packages.)

4.       When can I expect to receive my contract from you?  (Usually within a week from agreeing to needs & packages for event.)

5.       Are there any additional fees that could accrue that I am not considering, like travel expenses or charges for special musical requests? (Travel fees only incur over 50 miles from the Capital Building in Albany, NY.  There are no addition charges for most music.  Exceptions include a multitude of requested songs that are so unique they would unlikely be useful for other events.)

 6.       What is your refund policy if for some reason I need to cancel or alter my date? (Retainer fees are non-refundable to hold the date of your event.  If we can accommodate a date change, no monies are forfeited.)

7.       Do you carry liability insurance? (YES!  Proof can be provided upon request.)

The Music

1.       Do you have a video or video link to a prior wedding where you performed? (We have short videos available for viewing on our website. Sound may be altered due to copyright laws.)

2.       Can you assist me in choosing the music for my processional, recessional, father-daughter dance, etc.? (Absolutely, we have a huge music library with MANY song suggestions ready to help you to pick that perfect song.)

3.       How extensive is your music library or song list, what genres can you cover & can I give you a specific list of songs I want played or don't want played? (We have over 140,000 songs in our library that we bring to every event that covers all genres.  We will work with you on the songs you want played & would never play something you don’t want played.)

4.       Are we guaranteed to have the DJ(s) of our choice for our event? (In all except our basic Bronze DJ Package your contract will include the DJ of your choice providing they are not already contracted.  Of course, illness or other circumstances beyond our control may preclude their being able to perform at your event.)

5.       If the DJ scheduled for my event is unable to perform for some reason, do you have a backup replacement ready to go. (We do have backup DJs as well as being a member of the American DJ Association from which an emergency replacement can be obtained.)

6.       Can you provide wireless mics for the ceremony? (Yes we have wireless mics available as part of the ceremony setup.)

7.       Does any of your equipment require special electrical outlets that I need to inform my wedding site about? (No. A normal 110v outlet on a DEDICATED 10amp breaker is sufficient.  Most venues are set up like this.)

8.       Do you bring backup DJ equipment? (YES! Our philosophy is “The Show MUST Go On”, No Excuses.)

9.       What kind of space do you require for the DJ and/or Photo Booth? (Minimum size is a 6ft x 6ft area for the DJ & a 10ft x 10ft area for the Photo Booth, no tables are required.)

10.   How much time will you need for setup, sound check and breakdown on the day of the event? (Depends on package purchased, 1hr. for most DJ setups, up to 2hrs. for Platinum or Diamond DJ Packages. Photo Booth Packages require a 2 hour setup & 1 hour breakdown.)

11.   Do you take breaks & will music be provided during the breaks? (The music never stops during a break or when we eat.)

12.   How many people will you staff for my event? (Normally one, with the possibility of an assistant for DJ Services.) (Not including Photo Booth staffing needs.)