subject: Useful Tips on Choosing DJ Equipment Hire [print this page] Not all DJs are equal, some are more equal than others and when it comes to choosing the right DJ, one who will breathe life to your party, you need a good elimination plan, or you will risk ending up with one who will do exactly the opposite.
Matters are obviously different if all you are looking to do is hire equipment. In this case, all you need to do is to visit several Audio Hire businesses, look at what they have to offer and compare their terms and prices. Doing this online will save you time and you are more likely to get discounts and other offers from online traders than from physical stores.
However, if you are planning a Wedding Disco or anything like that, it is best to leave matters in the hands of experienced professionals. However, in a world where everyone who has ever come in contact with a turn-table claims to be a professional, you will need a system which will help you separate the true professionals from the rest.
Experience
Experience in the field is a good barometer to use. Find out what experience the firm has in handling similar functions and their rate of success. Look at clients' reviews and ask for references who will be willing to vouch for them.
Music Library
You will also be to tell a lot by looking at their music library. How big is their library? Do they have the music that you want played?
Diversity
If you want a several genres of music played at your party, will they be able to handle it? Most DJs only specialize in playing one or two genre of music; however, there are a number who are diverse enough to competently handle several genres of music. The downside is you are likely to pay more for the diverse group.
Equipment
Find out if the DJ has all the necessarily equipments down to the lights and bubble / fog dispenser. A good DJ Equipment Hire should have all the mandatory tools of trade and more. In case you have some knowledge on various DJ equipments, it wouldn't hurt to test his / her knowledge a little bit, just to be sure.
Finally, see if the DJ is able to perform other task(s) in addition to playing music. For instance, if the DJ also doubles up as an MC, it means you will be able to use his / her as your MC.
