Bands vs. Wedding DJs Michigan

Bands vs. Wedding DJs Michigan

The entertainment is the most significant contributing factor to the success of your wedding reception. There are many wedding DJs Michigan and Bands in Michigan for you to choose from. Which one will fit with your personality? Song selection and price are both important considerations; however either decision has pros and cons. Read the following tips below to get a better picture of what might work for you.

Your Style

No two weddings are the same, and yours should be done the way you want. Bands are great with accomplishing a certain niche of music; however DJs can do the same thing. The music really sets the tone for how you want your reception. Do you imagine it being elegant or is it more of a party? Are they in sync with the ambiance you want to create? Either way, the vibe you want to set really depends on the company you choose.

Wedding Song Selection

This can usually be a deal breaker for deciding between bands and Michigan wedding DJs. Bands have a limited amount of music and DJs do not. Any entertainment company you go with should guarantee to have the song before your big day. This means that bands should learn a song especially if it is important to you and your fiance. A DJ will also be able to cater to guest requests, and what better way to break the ice at your reception than playing what guests want. A band will have less variety available to your guests.

Price for DJs and Bands

Bands are known for being high energy and since they are performing music live, they usually cost more than DJs. Bands are flexible, meaning that they can change the music so it is personalized for you (example, they insert your name into a song). Before deciding on either a band or DJ, you need to create a wedding budget. Entertainment usually takes up 12% of your wedding budget, so if you are planning a $25,000 wedding, expect to pay in the neighborhood of $3,000 for entertainment. Bands usually cost more than $2,000 but stay within the %12. DJ companies for 6hrs average around $1,000. Keep in mind that if you choose a DJ over a Band, you will have $2,000 to put towards another part of your wedding. For example some entertainment companies in Michigan offer up lighting and photo booth rentals. Since packages like these are bundled you usually save hundreds.

Space

The larger the reception, the more sound you will require. It is safe to say if your wedding is expecting over 300 guests you will require sound reinforcement. This can be provided by either your DJ or band; however a band usually has a larger setup. The main reason for this is because they bring multiple instruments. A band also needs a stage and multiple circuits for electricity. Can your banquet hall accommodate these requests? A band will also need several hours for setup and sound checks. If your hall double books a corporate luncheon earlier in the day, it might cause a conflict with the bands setup time. Most DJ setups are modest at best, however depending on your package they may also require additional hours for setup.

Keep this in Mind

You will want to audition the band or DJ before making your decision. Some companies will invite potential clients to receptions. This is frowned down upon in the industry, because how would you feel if your company invited a stranger to your reception? You might start thinking are they performing for me or the next couple. Instead, most companies have demos, videos, pictures, and client referrals. Make sure you check with these resources before making a decision. Entertainment vendors will also have top request lists. It is a good idea to give their song play list a look over to get a feeling for their style.

Before Signing the Contract

Find out if they will follow your request list. Some companies will even give you the ability to make a "must play" and "do not play" list online. Remember, there may be some songs that you want to avoid. If you do not want the hokey pokey played and if the company you choose says "that song makes my ears bleed", then you will work well together.

Robert is the entrepreneurial spirit for a unique Michigan event company. His team provides modern DJs, lighting designs, and photo booth rentals that also serve Mackinac Island. Visit the following link for more information about wedding DJs Michigan.
http://www.encorepartydjs.com/

by Robert Reno - 2009-12-17

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