Hi! I’m an affordable DJ!
The buzzword these days for brides looking for entertainment is affordable or reasonable. What do those 2 words mean to you? What is affordable or reasonable to you? Well, it’s all a matter of priority.
When you’re searching vigorously through the google results on your phone looking for wedding djs in ct, you’ll see a plethora of services available to you. It’s kind of like going down the bread aisle at Stop & Shop. You’ve got white bread, wheat bread, rye, italian, potato bread, and artisan bread. There’s 12 grain, 16 grain, and the ever so popular gluten free. On top of those TYPES of bread, you can choose from Pepperidge Farm, WonderBread, Martins, Freihofers, Miletes and of course, the store brand. Then there’s the end cap where the specialty breads are for special occasions. But what does a DJ have to do with bread?
Much like bread, there are so many different varieties of DJ out there. You’ve got club guys, karaoke DJs, wedding djs, house party djs, bedroom djs, producers, hobbyists, & turntablists. Each one of these DJs specializes in something. The club dj might be proficient in trap & EDM but might not have the catalog to do a family function. The private party DJ might have seven different versions of the chicken dance that probably will never see the light of day in a club. But the wedding DJ is the most versatile of all.
So whys is there such a difference in price for DJs?
Each type of DJ has it’s own market that they cater to. But we’ll focus on the wedding DJ.
While most club DJs have the ability to walk into a club with their laptop and perform a set, wedding DJs have to bring the club with them. Everything from speakers, microphones, lighting down to the last cable powering up all this equipment must be present when hosting a wedding. In addition to the equipment, they must have a vehicle large enough to transport all of their gear to the wedding. Larger vehicles equal increased cost for fuel, insurance, and maintenance. These costs are directly translated to the cost of a wedding dj. The better the quality, the more expensive the pricetag.
But what does it matter what a DJ spends on their gear? I know couples don’t really care either way how much the gear costs but, when it comes to the end result and guaranteeing that their event will happen with little to no margin of error, it matters.
And with all of that gear, you can’t ignore experience. A great wedding DJ takes the time to learn everything from how to use their equipment and music programming to rehearsing bridal party names and planning out your timeline to make sure that every detail has been carefully planned for a successful event. More than just the performance time of 5-6 hours that you see at a wedding, your wedding dj has already spent between 25-40 hours making sure they’re ready to host your wedding.
Wedding DJs are largely responsible for the success of your reception.
There is a LOT that goes into your wedding prior to the wedding day. And if you read wedding dj reviews on Google, you’ll notice that the wedding djs with the best reviews are the ones that are consistently great at what they do and generally speaking, those DJs are in the above average price range.
The DJs that are on the lower end of the spectrum are usually found on sites like Thumbtack and Yelp. Sites like these cater to the lower end market. If you’ve already invested a large stake in the perfect day, you would be wise to find an affordable DJ according to the end result you are trying to create.
What is reasonable? What does an affordable DJ cost? When it comes to your special day, it is not unreasonable to expect a high level of service. And that level of service that you expect is affordable and attainable. In fact, 90% of couples have said that they wished they made their entertainment more of a priority following their wedding. It’s worth it.
Are all Connecticut Weddings the Same?
You’ve recently got engaged and begin looking at venues, Wedding DJs, and everything else you need for your special day. You and your soon to be spouse travel from place to place looking for that amazing venue to host your celebration and somewhere in the mix, you begin to think to yourself… “What’s really different from one to the next?” Besides the obvious architecture of the building and the grounds, how is the food? How is the service?
Here’s what to expect when choosing the right venue for your wedding reception.
The majority of wedding receptions in Connecticut last around 6 hours including your ceremony. Some venues are very strict when it comes to start and stop times because more times than not, they have 2 or more weddings in a day that they need to handle. This is what we refer to as a “Wedding Factory“. Everything is pretty much laid out for you and even though their efficiency is second to none, it can leave you and your guests feeling rushed. So if you’re the type of couple that really wants a relaxing experience that’s more laid back, these are not the venues for you. But, if your priorities are that you will need or want for nothing because the service is a cut above the rest, this is DEFINITELY the option for you. Fork drop on the ground? No problem. There is already a waiter running for your sweetheart table with a clean one. Did you take a sip of wine and hit the floor for a song or 2? No worries! When you get back, the 1.5 ounces of wine will be topped off.
Let’s talk about estates for a second. There’s nothing more regal than having your wedding at a Vanderbilt Estate where sophistication and class is paramount. But even if you have your wedding on the grounds of a notable family’s summer home in Fairfield county, remember that it was someone’s home at one point and it was never meant to be a wedding venue. That doesn’t mean you can’t have it there, it just means that there’s going to be some additional costs included when it comes to ensuring that your guests are comfortable. Remember, July is one of the HOTTEST months in Connecticut and if you have a tented wedding on the lawn of an estate, climate control is an absolute must and you’re going to need lots of electricity to make sure that your tent is lit, is comfortable, and with enough power for your wedding entertainment. If money is no object, this is a great option. In addition to investing more in your venue, you’re also going to want to hire some amazing core vendors that will be able to accommodate the non-traditional venue and really complete your vision.
We can’t possibly leave out the farm/barn wedding. At one time, Connecticut was home to many farms and apple orchards. Farmers have wised up and turned many of their hay barns and horse stalls into working wedding venues. The benefit they have is open space. You’ve got lots of versatility in terms of your layouts, length of reception, and opportunities for really amazing photos. And like the estate wedding, it also poses a few challenges. Farms and barns are sometimes in residential areas. What does that mean for you? Noise ordinances. If you want to party all night until the sun comes up, this might not be the best option for you. In Connecticut, most towns have a 10pm cutoff time for excessive noise. And if the neighbors to the barn are particularly annoyed by ambient noise and music, it will definitely be a lot quieter when it comes time for dancing. That’s probably not a bad thing considering that if you’re looking for the laid back experience, booming bass probably isn’t your thing.
All in all, there are many great options available in Connecticut. There’s a venue that fits every couple. Just be sure to prioritize what’s important to you and decide the style and atmosphere you’re shooting for. It’s all up to you!
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