Holding an event can be very expensive, especially a wedding. The last thing you want is it to be ruined by a bad DJ/disco. Disco prices can vary immensely, anything from £80 to over £800.

Shop around, but cheap does not always mean good, as they say you get what you pay for. Bare in mind many cheap DJs are out of work, good DJ's are always busy through recommendations. Make sure that they are affiliated to some professional organisations and that they carry Public Liability insurance.

The following information is a good way to approach booking for a DJ/disco.

So what do you look for in booking a DJ?

First you must ascertain what you need the DJ to do and the audience they are playing to. For example if it's a wedding you need the DJ to have a vast selection of music from the 50's to present day, this means that all the guests on the night will be catered for.

Ask the questions

Does the DJ play the type of music that you require?

Ask for some examples that they would play?

Sound & light equipment if very important when booking a disco. Have you ever been to a function where the music hurts your ears? Well if you have this is caused by over running (thrashing) the sound system. This over running is normal because of three things, firstly the DJ doesn't know how to set up his/her equipment, secondly they don't know the difference between just enough volume and too much or thirdly and most commonly the sound system is not big enough for the size venue.

Lighting can play a very important part is creating a good atmosphere, so a good light show is essential. To view our DMX controlled light show vist our Disco page or click here.

Booking the DJ 

Once you have found the DJ you want, you now book them. Although most DJs are honest, there are some rotten apples out there, so odk will always send out a contract. The contract covers things like dates, times, payment terms, etc. This is there for yours and the DJ's peace of mind so you know that your DJ is going to turn up on the day and the DJ knows he is committed to work at your event. You hear of horror stories (and we have helped people out before because of this) of DJs letting down a client for weddings and other such big events days before there are due to go ahead. So when booking make sure you get something in writing, outlining all the dates, time, cancellation etc, read all terms, make sure the information on the contract is correct before you sign it. 

Following the above should make booking a DJ a little easier for you, but please remember this is just a guideline.