Useful information when booking discos
A few points to consider.
- The disco will need space to set up equipment and sufficient mains electricity points to be able to perform.
- They generally need at least 2 x 13 amp mains sockets (not extension leads.) This can sometimes be a problem in marquee receptions where insufficient power has been arranged.
- They will need power for lighting systems and sound so please be aware of this potential problem.
- Check that your venue does not have a sound limiter, as the disco may not be able to perform, under those conditions. Vocal mics in particular tend to trip these.
- Allow a minimum of 45 to 60 minutes to set up and sound check equipment. This is normally done following the meal when the venue 'Strike' the room and prepare it for the evening activities.
- Disco's are normally contracted to arrive not before 6pm and earlier arrival times will incur an additional charge. We can in fact cater for suitable background music such as swing, jazz & latino, during the day as well as the evening.
- The fees we calculate, cover travel time, fuel and sometimes overnite accommodation.
- Space needed for a disco to perform does vary but as a minimum guide 6' deep x 10' wide to accommodate table, lighting & PA equipment.
- The disco you book may have travelled some distance to your function and will need refreshments during their stay at your event. Tea coffee soft drinks and something to eat from the buffet is fine.
- Remember when you have left the function they will still be packing down and travelling home, very often in the early hours.
- We have written confirmation of the basic booking arrangements, including times and venue etc. However, the DJ should be reminded of any particular requirements and last minute changes on the night at the start of the evening.
- Don't wait forever to do The First Dance and don't do it forever. One of the special moments of the reception is the bride and groom's first dance.
- Do you want family & friends to join you during the 1st dance.
- Please note your DJ will try to play as many requests as possible, however, we can not guarantee to play all requests in your list or requests given to the Artiste on the evening.
- Don't try to select every song your DJ or Band will play. Choose the song for your first dance and other songs for specific reception events.
- Tell your DJ/Musicians what artists and styles of music to feature or avoid, but don't try to manage your DJ's/Musicians performance.
- A professional wedding DJ or Musician can read the crowd and knows what to play and when to play it to keep the party going. more importantly, your DJ/Band knows which requests clear the dance floor.
- You're paying for your DJ's/Bands knowledge and experience. Take advantage of it.
- We play a mainstream radio mix of music covering the past 50 years up to the current charts and including some party music. We do not play house, garage, techno, trance or rap.
- The disco will generally have effects lighting to the dance floor. We do not normally use strobe lighting unless requested. Such lighting can affect people who suffer from epilipsy or certain photo sensitive conditions. Please be aware of this potential hazard, and advise us if any of your guests suffer from this condition.
- We operate sound equipment at reasonable levels and will always respond to requests on volume.
- Make sure your older guests are seated away from speakers so as to avoid problems later in the evening when the party gets going.
- We can supply haze or smoke effects, although many venues will ban their use, so do check and let us know, if you require hazer or smoke machines.
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