How much do you charge? Our No Frills Packages start at $250.00 for a 3 hour event, but please take a few moments to read an article written by a local newspaper that will help shine some light on the topic of DJ services and the prices that we charge. Click here for article.
What kind of equipment do you use? We use only professional state-of-the-art disc jockey equipment. All of our systems are digital, from our LED lights to the custom Lunch Box computer. We also have dual CD players to play music that our customers may bring and each system has two wireless microphones. Our set-ups are very attractive and unobtrusive. Our shows are complete with lights, tables, and electrical cords. The only thing we need is electricity and the dancers.
Once a contract is signed can you change the event date? We accept changes in event dates provided the new date is available. There is no extra cost to you! Beware of disc jockey services that may charge you extra to change the date.
Once a contract is signed can we cancel? We know plans can change. If you have to cancel, please notify us by email or call us to cancel our services as soon as possible so can offer the date to other clients.
When do we have to pay? We require payment upon services rendered. We do accept checks, cash or Paypal.
Are some of your Disc Jockeys better than others? The equipment we use is virtually identical and we use the same music library. Each DJ has been trained in the same manner, so their performances are very similar. We’ll customize your wedding reception to your needs with our wedding worksheets.
Can we see you perform? Normally we discourage that because we are hired for private events and we consider each event closed to the public. We don’t want to have potential customers coming to private events and distracting us from our performance. We do have references on our website and they are updated frequently.
Do you charge for travel or setup? We only have a mileage charge for events that are outside our normally area of Edmond to Norman, Del City to Yukon. Because of the price of gas we have to charge the mileage charge of $50.00 to $100.00 depending on the distance.
Can the DJ stay longer? We love a good party, for evening events it’s never a problem. For daytime events, we suggest booking the DJ ahead of time (we may have an evening event afterwards). Events usually last between 2 and 5 hours. We have a maximum of 6 hours allotted for the event. If it goes a little longer we love to party with you. Anything more than an extra hour we would like something extra for the DJ. A good tip (monetary amount) or an additional $100.00 for two hours maximum.
How much do you help to coordinate events? We have found over the years that many events need a little guidance. We help to "host" the event by working with your caterer, photographers, or other professionals to keep all your guests entertained and involved. When do you arrive for the reception? We’ll be there to setup about an hour in advance of the start of the wedding so we are setup and ready to play upon the arrival of your first guest. It only takes about 15 minutes to set up our equipment, so in the unlikely event of any technical problems, we can solve them well before the start of your wedding reception.
Can you play music for the ceremony? We are often asked to supply ceremonial music; all you have to do is schedule us to play for that time. We suggest scheduling us to start 15 minutes before the ceremony time. Also, there is a small fee if the sound system needs to be moved to another location.
Can you play music to entertain all our guests? That's exactly what we do! We all have the ability to "read a crowd" and will select a mix of music that will touch upon everyone there. We’ll have music with us for every generation.
Do you play requests? You bet. We have 150,000 Karaoke songs and 350,000 music songs available to choose from. Just come up and talk to the DJ and we find your selection and play it as soon as we can.
Do you take breaks? No. Do I have to provide the DJ a meal? It’s not necessary. We know that that additional meal is going to be pricey. If you offer it we’ll accept, but don’t feel obligated.
What will the DJ wear? We try to fit in, normally dress slacks and a dress polo shirt, no jeans or t-shirts unless requested by the customer. Just let us know if you want us to dress otherwise. We've done luau weddings, renaissance weddings, Halloween, weddings... you get the picture.
How much will you use the microphone? We try not to overdo it. We feel your guests are not interested in hearing our disc jockey "ham it up" over the microphone. While we make all the announcements with our microphone, it is not uncommon to see us out among your guests encouraging requests.
Can you provide lighting effects if we need it? Sure, all of our shows come with lights to light the dance floor area. If additional lights are needed we can provide them at very little extra cost. We don’t use hazer’s or foggers due to health issues of the customer and they often set off fire alarms.
Do you have back-up equipment? Yes. We have a complete backup system available for every event!
Will your DJ drink at our event? No way. It’s against our company policy. What if our Disc Jockey gets sick or has an accident? We always have equipment and DJs in reserve just in case of illness or something unforeseen. We realize how important we are to the success of your event and we are very careful not to take any chances.
Are there any taxes? No. DJ services are not subject to sales tax.
How much does it cost to Rent-a-DJ? It can vary, it's best to call or email with your date, times and location. A general guideline would be a flat rate of $500.00 for 6 hours. The 6 hour limit starts with the arrival of your first guest. Not the time we arrive to setup.
Why are you so cheap? We aren't cheap, but I'll also say that many of our competitors are over-priced. They use CD’s, our systems are all digital with custom built commercial computers, our equipment is as good if not better. Our DJs likely have more experience. I guess the difference is that they want to do 1-2 gigs in a weekend and make a lot of money. We don't look to make a lot of money off of any single event. We enjoy Dj’ng and making people happy, we all have full time jobs and do this because we want to this rather than depending on the income to eat that weekend. Sometimes we are embarrassed to accept money for something we love to do and get so much enjoyment from doing it.
Why are you so expensive? You just can't win some times, I hear both of these questions.... A DJ is going to be one of the least expensive things at your wedding reception (and have the biggest impact!). Truly, how much will your cake or flowers cost, what will be more remembered a week or month after the reception? The cake or the DJ?
Do I tip the DJ? That’s up to you. If you feel the DJ does a great job, you may tip the DJ. If you choose to tip the DJ, 5-10% of the total amount charged would be very generous.
How far in advance do we need to book? Most people book their DJ from 4-6 months or more in advance.. However, on many occasions we book dates just a few of weeks ahead of time.
Can we use a credit card to pay for your services? Yes, we use PayPal as our credit card processor and you can use most major credit cards.
We want to book you. What do we do next? You can book us on our website by using our interactive tools including planning forms, quote generator, or simply the contact form. If you have trouble with the website and can’t navigate with those pesky computers you can call us at 405-373-3700 or email us directly at djforhire@cox.net.
