Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why choose Affordable Disc Jockeys?
A:
No "packages." All clients pay the same price. Travel time
and equipment setup/take-down times are already covered in our pricing.
Our LOW rate covers both ceremony and reception when they fit into a "standard"
4-hour period...no matter what variables
exist.
Clients may choose their play list of songs for their event, ensuring they get the music they desire.
We use VERY simply-worded contracts and tout a15-year, 100% reliability record. We always bring "back-up" equipment to
ensure performance reliability.
We are purposely a small firm, to ensure high quality! All our DJs EACH have 10 years of
wedding/party DJ experience.
We professionally Emcee wedding reception or partyactivities using a top-notch wireless microphone (i.e. speeches,
ceremony, Bride/Groom Dance, Bouquet/Garter Toss, etc.).
We store and play ONLY the CLEAN versions of allthe latest hits as they are released.
Quality Sound & Lights.
Affordable Disc Jockeys is a professional
DJ firm. Our DJs do NOT drink alcohol. We dress appropriately for all events.
We are extremely easy-to-reach byemail or cell phone and respond very quickly. We book as far as a year or more ahead, so call as early
as possible.
Q: Can we select the music to be played at our event?
A: We
are infinitely flexible when it comes to music selection!
Keeping the evening going and your guests dancing is a mixture ofseveral factors. The order of the music, when it is played and when and how the
DJ interacts are all critical.
Q: Will you accept requests?
A: We
will accept requests from your guests however we will make sure the requests align
with the type of the event and style of music being played at the event.
Q: Can we have a "do not play" list?
A:
Absolutely!
We will strictly honor your "do not play" list and you can rest
assured none of those songs will be played at your event.
Q: Do you use professional DJ equipment and sound systems?
A:
Yes. Affordable Disc Jockeys uses the highest quality state of the art
equipment to ensure a highly reliable great sounding event.
Our equipment is professional, looks new, sounds great, and is
setup in a neat and clean professional manner.
Additionally, back-up equipment is brought to every event to
ensure maximum availability.
Q: Do you display any marketing banners or Logo's at our event?
A:
Absolutely not! We will never taint your beautiful setting by having gaudy
logos or other banners displayed.
Though we always appreciate referrals we find it is best to let
our performance speak for itself.
Business cards will be available should a guest request one.
Q: Do you require a contract for your services?
A: Yes.
Our contract is straight forward and easy to understand.
There are no hidden fees or charges and everything including all
costs are displayed clearly within the contract.
Once you decide to hire us for your event the signed contract and
the deposit will reserve the date. We will provide you with a signed copy of
the contract.
If you have any questions or concerns about the terms, just ask!
Q: What is the payment schedule for your services?
A: Small
deposit to 'lock in' your date. Balance must be paid upon arrival at your
event. If you want to pay in full before your event, that would
be great!
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: Affordable
Disc Jockeys will gladly accept cash, checks, or Paypal.
Q: Do you accept gratuities?
A: Affordable
Disc Jockeys does not expect/require gratuities however we gladly accept
them if you feel we have exceeded your expectations with our DJ services.
Q: Do your DJ's take breaks?
A: Only
on rare occasions. Our goal is to focus 100% attention on you and your guest's
musical needs during your event.
Q: Will there be any equipment setup/tear down charges?
A:
Absolutely not! Our packages are all inclusive and there are no additional charges
for setting up or tearing down.
Q: Do you work with our wedding coordinators?
A:
Absolutely! We work with them all the time and will happily assist them as
needed.
Q: What areas do you provide your services?
A: Affordable
Disc Jockeys works throughout Northwest Indiana as well as the
Chicago area (both city and suburbs).
Q: Do you do uplighting and/or gobos?
A: Yes. However, it would be an additional charge.
Q: Can you help us with announcements?
A: Yes!
At your event we can act as your Emcee to provide information and make any
announcements you may need.
Q: How will you be dressed?
A:
Unless indicated otherwise, we will be dressed formally at your event. If you
would like us dressed differently, please let use know at least 3 weeks prior
to the event.
Q: Can you provide wireless microphones?
A: Yes.
We do provide state-of-art wireless microphones that we bring to each event
Q: How early will you be to our site to set up?
A: Affordable
Disc Jockeys typically arrives 1-2 hours before the event to ensure we
have time to setup, test, and go over the game plan with you for your event.
Q: Do you do karaoke?
A: Yes. However it is an additional
fee.