Frequently Asked Questions
Booking a DJ for your wedding or special occasion can be a daunting task and there are bound to be certain questions along the way. Not all DJs and disco hire companies work to high standards, many are uninsured and unregistered, using potentially unsafe equipment that could put you and your guests at risk. Many part time DJs do not offer written contracts or provide receipts for payments and there are even horror stories of DJs not turning up because they have got a better paid booking for the night. For your peace of mind we have provided a list of common questions with answers to reassure you of how we work and the process of booking your entertainment with us.
Q. How do we book you for our wedding or special occasion?
A. The first thing to do is to contact us either by phone, email or by using our online enquiry form, with the details of your event. We will then send you a written quotation tailored to the specifications of your event. If you are happy to go ahead then just let us know and we will book the date into our system and send you a written booking confirmation which we will require you to sign and return, along with a £50 booking fee which will secure your booking.
Q. My venue has asked for PAT and PLI certificates - Do you have these?
A. Yes. PAT stands for Portable Appliance Test, which is done by a qualified electrician to ensure all of the electrical equipment being used is safe and has no dangerous faults. The test is done yearly and a certificate is issued upon completion. All of our equipment is fully tested and labelled and regularly maintained. Our equipment is stored and transported securely to avoid damage.
PLI or Public Liability Insurance is needed in the unlikely event that somebody is hurt or injured during the event. We carry the highest cover of £10 million pounds public liability insurance, issued through the Musicians Union who we are long term members. Many venues now insist on PAT and PLI and it is shocking that there are many DJs who do not have this and as a result are being refused to perform at the venue, which would ruin your event. We are more than happy to send copies to your venue prior to your event.
Q. How long will it take you to set up?
A. This would depend on your requirements for the event. Our main DJ rig takes around 45 minutes to set up. If you have opted for a live music performance this would take us an additional 45 minutes. If you require mood lighting for your event this will also take additional time depending on how many lights and their location. Obviously we will need to take everything down again at the end of the event, so will require adequate time (up to one hour) to do so. Please bear this in mind if you have hired a venue with time restrictions.
Q. Can we supply a playlist for our event?
A. Absolutely! For weddings we will issue you with a music form for you to list your all important first dance, mother and daughter dance and any other special songs for the day. If you have booked us for the entire day you can select the ceremony music, background music for the wedding breakfast and drinks reception, plus any other specific song choices. For the evening receptions and all other special occasions you can forward a playlist with as many or as few songs as you like, plus any songs or styles that are not to be played!
Q. Do you take requests?
A. We always offer to take requests from you and your guests during your event. Unlike some DJs who refuse to play certain artists or styles, we are happy to play what you and your guests ask for, provided that it is inoffensive- it's your day!
Q. How do you dress for events?
A. As a professional business we attend every event dressed smartly, usually wearing shirt, tie, jacket and smart shoes. We are happy to adhere to any dress code your venue may have, and we can also dress to a theme if required to do so.
Q. How much space do you require?
A. Again this depends on your requirements for the event. Often we will know the venue and will have performed there before so we will know what rig will fit best to that venue. If we haven't been to the venue before we will either visit the venue prior to your event or contact the staff for information.
Q. Do you carry back up equipment?
A. As a professional business it is our duty and responsibility to deliver the best service to you, which is why we carry back up equipment and spares, to ensure that no matter what, your party will keep going.
Q. What other services do you offer?
A. We offer a wide range of services in addition to our disco packages. We can add live music at your event with many options, please enquire for more information. We can also provide mood lighting, LOVE letters, sweet carts, post boxes, dance floor hire, plus a wide range of special effects, please see our sound, lighting and effects page.
We can also provide photography for your event using professional DSLR cameras, with professionally edited images supplied after the event to give you a unique memory of your special occasion.
Booking a DJ for your wedding or special occasion can be a daunting task and there are bound to be certain questions along the way. Not all DJs and disco hire companies work to high standards, many are uninsured and unregistered, using potentially unsafe equipment that could put you and your guests at risk. Many part time DJs do not offer written contracts or provide receipts for payments and there are even horror stories of DJs not turning up because they have got a better paid booking for the night. For your peace of mind we have provided a list of common questions with answers to reassure you of how we work and the process of booking your entertainment with us.
Q. How do we book you for our wedding or special occasion?
A. The first thing to do is to contact us either by phone, email or by using our online enquiry form, with the details of your event. We will then send you a written quotation tailored to the specifications of your event. If you are happy to go ahead then just let us know and we will book the date into our system and send you a written booking confirmation which we will require you to sign and return, along with a £50 booking fee which will secure your booking.
Q. My venue has asked for PAT and PLI certificates - Do you have these?
A. Yes. PAT stands for Portable Appliance Test, which is done by a qualified electrician to ensure all of the electrical equipment being used is safe and has no dangerous faults. The test is done yearly and a certificate is issued upon completion. All of our equipment is fully tested and labelled and regularly maintained. Our equipment is stored and transported securely to avoid damage.
PLI or Public Liability Insurance is needed in the unlikely event that somebody is hurt or injured during the event. We carry the highest cover of £10 million pounds public liability insurance, issued through the Musicians Union who we are long term members. Many venues now insist on PAT and PLI and it is shocking that there are many DJs who do not have this and as a result are being refused to perform at the venue, which would ruin your event. We are more than happy to send copies to your venue prior to your event.
Q. How long will it take you to set up?
A. This would depend on your requirements for the event. Our main DJ rig takes around 45 minutes to set up. If you have opted for a live music performance this would take us an additional 45 minutes. If you require mood lighting for your event this will also take additional time depending on how many lights and their location. Obviously we will need to take everything down again at the end of the event, so will require adequate time (up to one hour) to do so. Please bear this in mind if you have hired a venue with time restrictions.
Q. Can we supply a playlist for our event?
A. Absolutely! For weddings we will issue you with a music form for you to list your all important first dance, mother and daughter dance and any other special songs for the day. If you have booked us for the entire day you can select the ceremony music, background music for the wedding breakfast and drinks reception, plus any other specific song choices. For the evening receptions and all other special occasions you can forward a playlist with as many or as few songs as you like, plus any songs or styles that are not to be played!
Q. Do you take requests?
A. We always offer to take requests from you and your guests during your event. Unlike some DJs who refuse to play certain artists or styles, we are happy to play what you and your guests ask for, provided that it is inoffensive- it's your day!
Q. How do you dress for events?
A. As a professional business we attend every event dressed smartly, usually wearing shirt, tie, jacket and smart shoes. We are happy to adhere to any dress code your venue may have, and we can also dress to a theme if required to do so.
Q. How much space do you require?
A. Again this depends on your requirements for the event. Often we will know the venue and will have performed there before so we will know what rig will fit best to that venue. If we haven't been to the venue before we will either visit the venue prior to your event or contact the staff for information.
Q. Do you carry back up equipment?
A. As a professional business it is our duty and responsibility to deliver the best service to you, which is why we carry back up equipment and spares, to ensure that no matter what, your party will keep going.
Q. What other services do you offer?
A. We offer a wide range of services in addition to our disco packages. We can add live music at your event with many options, please enquire for more information. We can also provide mood lighting, LOVE letters, sweet carts, post boxes, dance floor hire, plus a wide range of special effects, please see our sound, lighting and effects page.
We can also provide photography for your event using professional DSLR cameras, with professionally edited images supplied after the event to give you a unique memory of your special occasion.
