{"id":11867,"date":"2018-10-26T15:05:58","date_gmt":"2018-10-26T15:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/?p=11867"},"modified":"2025-03-21T22:11:29","modified_gmt":"2025-03-21T22:11:29","slug":"top-5-reasons-to-hire-a-wedding-dj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spedj.com\/spe\/dj_and_emcee\/top-5-reasons-to-hire-a-wedding-dj\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Reasons to Hire a Wedding DJ"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.22&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;3.25&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.14.8&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; use_border_color=&#8221;off&#8221; border_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\"><span class='et-dropcap'>W<\/span>eddings are expensive. We get it. So you may be tempted to scrimp a little on some of the details.<\/span> <\/span><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">Maybe your cousin offered to bring his mP3 player and home speakers to play the music. It&#8217;s a seemingly good idea that will save you time and money, right? Not necessarily. <\/span><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">Wedding DJs are talented professionals who are trained to not only play music but also make sure your reception runs smoothly.<\/span><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">Here are the top five reasons you should hire a professional wedding DJ:<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><br \/><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">1. DJs also serve as emcees. <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">Your DJ will also serve as the master of ceremonies for the night, introducing you and your bridal party, making food and drink announcements and organizing the formal dances. As the emcee, he or she will also help you develop an itinerary to ensure the night stays on time and on task. Professional DJs normally have relationships with vendors such as the venue and caterer and work behind the scenes to coordinate each moment. <\/span><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">2. DJs bring back up equipment. <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">If your iPod malfunctions or the cord breaks, your whole reception may be ruined. However, professional wedding DJs plan for these mishaps. They have backup equipment and plans to ensure the party doesn&#8217;t stop. <\/span><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">3. DJs have high-end equipment.<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">The equipment and speakers that DJs use are calibrated to ensure you receive the best sound. Your guests will be able to hear the music and announcements all night. Your DJ also arrives at the venue early to ensure he or she sets up the equipment to maximize the space and acoustics. <\/span><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">4. DJs have proper song licensing. <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">You could get in trouble if you play music at an event without purchasing the corresponding licenses. professional DJ will have these licenses and be able to provide them if asked. They also know which songs to play to get the crowd out on the dance floor while ensuring you hear your favorites.<\/span><br \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">5. DJs do the work so you don&#8217;t have to. <\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 12pt;\"><span style=\"font-family: karla;\">Nothing is worse than spending your wedding day dealing with technical problems or dictating the songs you want to hear. When you hire a wedding DJ, you know they will be there to handle the entertainment, unlike a friend or relative who could possibly flake at the last minute. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: karla; font-size: 12pt;\">For more information, contact SPE at (216) 870-4513 or <a href=\"scott@spedj.com\">scott@spedj.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Weddings are expensive. We get it. So you may be tempted to scrimp a little on some of the details.<br \/>\nMaybe your cousin offered to bring his mP3 player and home speakers to play the music. 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