- Don't book on price alone - too cheap usually equals bedroom DJ or desperate Dan - neither of whom you want to book for your party.
- Think about how much it costs for a good DJ to provide an evenings entertainment for your wedding or party - for example, Vehicles, Travel, Storage, Insurance, Music Licences, Equipment, Lighting, Cabling, Experience, Preparation and Time. In general terms, if you are paying less than £50/h, something might be missing! Remember, if you just want someone with a speaker and I Pod, or a Maplin Mixer and £50 lights, then pay sub £150 and its a lucky dip!
- Its all about the music - don't get hung up about only what the booth looks like - a pro DJ will have a neat and tidy functional set-up, and this will vary based on venue size, and number of guests.
- Do ask if he can take requests, and how many songs he has on hand. It keeps guests interested if they can request songs. Over 10,000 songs on a Mac book, and its probably a professional you are hiring. "Unlimited" off wifi / itunes on the night, and you are on shaky ground.
- Do ask if he will make a custom playlist for you -most pro DJ's will ask you for music preferences and build your party around these.
- Do think about your guests needs, don't request a night of Metal and Indie if your demographics don't fit!
- Do respect the DJ, and listen to their advice - after all, they do this every week, so practice makes perfect. They in turn must be willing to listen to your ideas.
- Do they have a full back-up available? What happens if he has a amp blow 20 minutes into your function?
I hope these pointers help you choose the right Wedding DJ / Mobile Disco, and remember, with Heart and Soul Disco in Sussex you have a professional and reliable business with a great track record in entertaining.
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