How Do I Book DJ Spinology
It is easy for you to get in touch DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) . You may reach DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) via the contact us page, by requesting a quote, by phone, or via email. DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will get back to the Client within 2-5 hours during the business day and within 24 hours during all other times. The Client may arrange a no-obligation consultation with DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) to discuss music needs. For the Client’s convenience, DJ Spinology contact information is also listed below.
How far in Advance do I have to book you:
Availability is limited, and we sure do fill up quick. It is recommend that as soon as the Client finds out when and where the special event is taking place and what exactly the Client’s DJ needs are, DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) should be contacted to get first priority on availability for the event. The Client must book DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) at least 30 days prior to your event. Receiving an quotation by email from DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson)does not guarantee availability for the event until a 50% deposit is paid to DJ Spinology.
What will be the DJ’s Attire:
DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) believes in professionalism and understands how important your special event is to you. We try to match our attire to your event.
Can you play longer than contracted:
Should the Client desire additional time beyond the contracted hours then the DJ, Client, and facility must unanimously agree to extra time extensions. The Client agrees to pay the DJ by cash or valid check in the amount of $50.00 for each half hour of extra time. The Client further agrees that extended time payments must be paid to the prior to beginning the extended time period.
I received a quote. Does that mean I have secured and booked DJ Spinology:
A formal quote is valid for 14 days from the date stipulated in the formal quote sent by email. This document must be signed, dated, and sent to DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) along with the deposit of 50% of the total invoiced amount within 14 days of receiving the quote. Once payment has been cleared by the bank and deposited, you will receive an email ensuring that you have booked DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) for your event on the date and time as discussed in the contract and agreement. Simply replying via email confirming the booking does not secure DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) for your event.
Do you need a deposit:
A 50% deposit of total due which must be returned to DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) within fourteen days of the Date of Booking in order to confirm all of the entertainment listed in the contract and invoice. This deposit is non-refundable.
Do you need to post my signage:
DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) only put’s up signage when table skirting cannot be provided. The signage is put up to keep our professionalism aspect of the company in a good position as the sign hides all wires and cables. At the Client’s request, DJ Spinology will not bring any signage to the event. The Client must let DJ Spinology know his/her preference when booking.
What is the Basic DJ Setup:
1 DJ/MC, 1 Technician
1 MacBook Pro, 1 Pioneer DDJ-SX2 or 1 Rane 62 + Technics 1200s
10,000+ high-quality audio files and will have a minimum of 200 hours of live experience.
2 1200-watt 12” Speakers
1 1200-watt Subwoofer
2 Wireless Microphones
What are your terms of payment:
Payments can be made either by cash, corporate check, or electronically.
For credit card payments including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover via Stripe or PayPal, an additional 3% of the total invoiced amount will be added.
The Client agrees to make the following payments:
(a) A 50% deposit of total due which must be returned to DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) within fourteen days of the Date of Booking in order to confirm all of the entertainment listed in the contract and invoice. This deposit is non-refundable.
(b) Outstanding amount paid to the DJ on the day of the event. In the event that payment is not received and/or prior payment arrangements have been made, this contract will be terminated and the deposit will be forfeited as a genuine pre-estimate of damages and not as a penalty.
(c) All contracts have been additionally discounted by three percent. Should payment or deposit be made via credit card, this discount will not apply.
(d) A fee of $45.00 is to be paid for returned bank checks and DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will no longer accept checks from the Client.
(e) If this Contract is not signed and returned, and the initial payment is not made on or before the contract signing due date, DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will not guarantee the availability for the event.
What time will you set up for the event:
DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will be at the venue a minimum of one hour before the event Start Time to setup equipment in a clean and professional manner and to complete all necessary sound and lighting checks. This ensures that DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will be ready to perform once the event begins.
Can I meet with you before signing the contract:
For sure! Meeting the Client is the best way for DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) to understand exact needs and expectations. Once the contract is signed, DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will go over a run-through of all equipment to be provided at the event, specific play times of requested songs, the genres of music to be played throughout the event, any special effect show timings, etc. Many times, a follow-up consultation involves DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) visiting the venue with the Client to accurately judge what else might be needed or not needed. Visiting a venue prevents hidden surprises that might appear during the actual event and should there be problems, DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) will work to remedy them right away. Most importantly, the meeting will allow for the DJ and the Client to connect and understand each other in order for DJ Spinology (Donrell A.B. Johnson) to provide the best and most fulfilling live event entertainment services possible.
What things are considered in developing a quote for your event:
DJ’ing dedicates many more hours of work for an event than what the person hiring the DJ usually understands.
Here is an example of the time spent by a DJ that needs to be understood by both the Client and the DJ:
Typical Event Day
Loading Equipment (1hour)
Driving to the Venu (varies based on distance)
Coordinating with the Venue (1hour)
Unload and Set up (1hour)
Event Contracted Time (varies based on contract)
Break Down and Reload Equipment (1hour)
Driving Back to Home / Office (varies based on distance)
Unload Back at Home/Office (1hour)
Professionalism
The Professional DJ is more than likely to have invested in quality equipment that has a reputation for being dependable. A DJ is only as dependable as his equipment. The Professional DJ is also more likely to have extra or backup equipment even in the event that any equipment fails. The Professional DJ will understand how to size the amount of sound reinforcement needed to fit the room that your event is held in. The Professional DJ will also know the best way to set up the equipment to not only be efficient, but to look tasteful and not interfere with the flow of your event.
The amount of money invested in a DJ’s equipment can translate directly to the fees that he may charge a Client. Quality costs the DJ; and in turn Quality costs the Client.
Professional Equipment
Laptop
Speaker System
Amplifier
Mixer
2 Turntables (Vinyl or CDJ’s – Mp3 Controller)
MP3 Software
Laptop Stand
Speaker Stand
External Hard Drive
Microphones (Wireless)
Cables
Transportation Vehicle
In addition to the equipment listed here, many Professional DJs also carry liability insurance, lighting and effects; all of which may contribute to the fees that the DJ charges.
A Professional DJ:
*WORKS UNDER CONTRACT! To protect You, the DJ, Your Guest, and Your Event.
*Can easily provide a clean music selection if required
*Has experience playing to diverse groups of people (tastes, culture, and age)
*Understands that the “look” of their equipment effects the look of your event
*Has invested considerable time and money in their equipment
*Can adjust the music by the moment to fit your event (referred to as “reading the crowd”)
In the end, “You get what you pay for”. If a DJ has an incredibly low price, there is probably a reason for it. The Professional DJ that quotes a price is not quoting for the 3-4 hours of your event; they are quoting for the job at hand. The Club DJ knows his worth in the market and may charge you more or less accordingly for a reason. Contracts are to protect your event and your money.