Reeves Piano and Synthesizer Music DJ Events

DJ Events

DJ Events are individually negotiated and pricing varies based upon a number of factors.

Please Contact Me and we'll work out the details.

Photo of my typical DJ setup out by the pool

Here's some of the things I need to know and things you need to consider, some of which have a bearing upon safety and pricing.

What type of event are you planning?

How many hours do you expect it to last?

Where will it be located? I'm in the Austin, Texas area - if your event is in Moose Jaw, Alaska, things will be more complicated.

How many guests do you anticipate and what is the size of the venue? This has a bearing on the equipment I need to set up.

Will your event be outdoors? Indoors? Ground Level? Upstairs? The PA units are very heavy - carrying them up three flights of stairs is no picnic.

If outdoors, what are the provisions for inclement weather? Will the equipment be under cover? If there a nearby refuge? Rain and lightning mixed with high powered electronic gear is a dangerous situation for everyone.

Will I need all four PA units or just two? The electrical requirements are much easier for two. For all four units I need a 115 volt, 15 amp circuit with nothing else plugged into it or I will be popping circuit breakers. It is possible to split the units up and run them from two different wall outlets, but the outlets need to be on different breakers. A standard 15 amp wall socket provides about 1875 watts of power. Two PA's, the mixer, and my lap top computer draw about 900 watts. The four unit set draws about 1700 watts.

If your event will not have power available, will you supply a generator or do I need to rent one? If you provide a generator I need one that provides a continuous 900 watts for two PA units and 1700 watts for all four PA units. Check the name plate rating on the unit.

How can we run the electrical cords so as not to provide a tripping hazard for guests? I can tape cords down, but prefer to keep them away from anyone's feet.

I need a minimum space 12 feet wide and 5 feet deep. Also, I need to be located a minimum of six feet from any water for code and safety requirements. I always use a dedicated GFCI and all units are UL Listed.

The PA's are heavy and could cause significant damage if they fell on someone. Do I need to blockade them off? Can I set up outside the traffic areas to keep everyone safe?

If your event will be outdoors, are your neighbors a possible problem because of noise?

I need at least an hour to get set up and about the same to break down at the end of the event. If possible, I'd like to look things over before the event.

Will I be able to display albums or other merchandise for sale? May I give away selected items?

Would you like to hand out Custom CD's with your music selections to your guests? These albums would likely qualify for bulk pricing.

Reeves

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 21, 2022, 1:26:55 AM CST