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What’s Included?

In recognizing that every event is unique, there are also many similarities.  Most events are based upon a six-hour time frame.  Most events require that announcements be made and music be played in a…

Are you full-time or part-time?

We are here Monday through Thursday 10am to 9pm; and Friday 10am to 4pm. Our fifty hour work- week is consumed with meeting our customers’ special music requests, weekly maintenance of our sound and…

Why two DJs?

As the originator of the “Two DJ” method in the early ‘90’s, we are certain that two, well trained, seasoned DJs will not only keep your dance floor full but assists in organizing and…

Selecting Your DJ:

We know how important your DJ’s role is.  The person that you choose to run your reception should provide you with not only absolute confidence but also an undeniable stoke that your event is…

What kind of gear do you use?

Although we are complete sound snobs, it’s not the gear that makes or breaks an event: until it doesn’t work correctly.  We’ve scoured the Michigan DJ websites and with regards to gear, everyone seems…

Why is face-to-face planning prior to your event a must?

You have a lot of last minute little details during the week of your celebration! Who wants to plan on the phone during the chaos and how well can your vision be interpreted…

Experience:

As you are presented your DJ choices, know that all of your “Lead” DJ’s have from 8 to 20+ years of experience as entertainers. “On The Road” experience is certainly valuable but our…

How do you handle music requests?

We LOVE requests! Requests however are simply that, “requests”. This is NOT a free-for-all to play the B-sides of obscure songs. So have no fear that when crazy Uncle Fred requests,…

What types of payments do you accept and when is payment due?

We accept in our office cash, personal checks, corporate checks, and credit cards. We also accept credit cards online.

Your deposit is required upon signing your contract reserving your DJ and date. The…

What is “Beat Mixing”?

For Music Box DJ’s, “beat mixing” is the method of putting together a continuous flow of music without a break or gap. When mixing is done correctly, the music moves from one song…

What is subcontracting and why is it bad?

Subcontracting is taking several independent DJs with their own DJ get ups and umbrellas them under one company. There is typically a list of qualifications that must be met initially but after…

Describe the volume of your system.

Understanding how sound travels and how to efficiently fill a room with sound is a science. Highs, mids and lows all move at different rates and speeds. It is our job to…

Back Up Strategy:

“State of the Art” and “Top notch” equipment is useless unless the DJ using it has the education and experience to maximize its performance. Remember, a DJ is his/her own sound engineer at an…

What are the attire options?

Many of our events are black tie affairs in some of Michigan’s finest venues. Tuxedos are often requested. Music Box DJs pride themselves in being modern in fashion. Suits, business casual,…

Do you have a drinking policy?

Music Box has zero tolerance for drinking at an event. This policy is enforced with a Breathalyzer. There is also zero tolerance for inappropriate fraternization with your guests. We are there…

Are you insured?

At Music Box, we carry comprehensive insurance policy that provides coverage to protect you, your guests, your venue and of course, our DJs. Many MI venues require proof of insurance before permitting us…

Meals and Tipping

Keep in mind that providing service for a six-hour event translates to an average of 10 hours of work from portal to portal for your DJ. Although it is customary to feed your…

Do you travel?

Our standard rate includes service within a 40-mile radius of Clinton Township. Beyond that, the standard government per mile allowance is charged. Anything outside of an 80-mile radius encompasses a mileage charge…

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