FAQ

1) What have you done for me lately?

This is a question you should ask every DJ you meet. What are they doing to continually improve on their skills? If they’re not improving then they can only churn out the same tired old show night after night.

Some DJ’s will actually use your event as practice time.. We practice BEFORE your event. During your event you’ll see the results of our practice, and you’ll be able to enjoy your event without all the worries.

Your DJ should continually work to improve his or her skills. This means practicing, attending seminars/conventions, and taking performance classes. At Operation Getdown we semi-annually attended the Mobile Beat Convention conferences in Chicago and Las Vegas. These conventions offer us a great opportunity to learn new and unique ways to enhance your special event.

We are also proud members of the American Disc Jockey Association. This is a non-profit group dedicated to helping DJs learn the art of entertaining. We meet each month and discuss new weddings trends and new ideas on improve our performances. We believe a better DJ will provide a better entertainment value for the clients.

There is SO much to say about this question. When you meet with our DJs we’ll answer this question in greater detail. You will soon be able to see how our efforts will greatly enhance your special event.

2) Are you licensed and insured?

Absolutely! Our company is a legitimate business. There is no such thing as a DJ license, but we do have a business license and we’re registered with Cook County.Being a legitimate business, we’ve choose to carry a 1,000,000 liability insurance policy to protect you, your guests, and ourselves in the event of accident. Thankfully in our 10 years of operation we’ve never had a need to use it. Many venues are now requiring all vendors to show proof of insurance so you may want to ask your DJ for a copy of their valid certificate of insurance.

  

3) Do you use professional equipment?

Over the years we’ve invested thousands to make sure you have the very best in audio and visual technology at your reception.  We’ll make sure your guests won’t miss your toasts, announcements or even your vows. 

Our visual lighting technology will also create a comfortable and warm atmosphere for your guests.

 

4) Can I meet with you and see you perform?

Our DJs always look forward to meeting with our clients in person prior to their reception.  This is a great opportunity to get to know our clients a little better and it helps us understand your entertainment desires.

In regards to seeing us perform at other shows.  We prefer not to invite potential clients to other private events. We feel this can be rude to our existing clients and our dedicated time to them can be distracted.  This is the main reason why we’ve developed our Youtube Channel so you can view our performances without ever leaving home.  When you hire us, we’ll be working for only you that day. No Split Loyalties.

If a DJ offers to have you visit someone else’s wedding reception then there is a very good chance they will invite strangers to your special occasion as well. 

5) Do you have proper attire / what will you wear?

Of course!  You’ll want to let us know the proper attire for your event.  Whatever the occasion, we’ll make sure to dress the part.  If you need us to have matching colors for your wedding that is definitely an option as well.

6) May I see a list of songs that you will guarantee to bring to my event?

No Problem!  Before your event you’ll have the opportunity to go online with our client only page and make your very own “Must Play” and “Do Not Play” playlists. Allowing you to request all the songs you desire.  The days of not knowing what your DJ is going to play are over!  You can also view our top 200 songs if you’re stuck on choosing music.  Click here to browse our online digital music library.  We currently have over 30,000 music titles to choose from and the number continues to grow each week!  There is something there for everyone!

7) Will you play requests?

Absolutely!  We’ll work with you prior to your event to determine the specific styles and individual requests that you’d like played. We’ll also encourage your guests to make requests (if you approve) to help them to feel like they are part of this special occasion as well.   And NOW,  we’ve just added a new way for your guests to request music prior to your special event.  Online Guest Requests!

8) Do you have back-up equipment on-site?

Absolutely!  Luckily we’ve never experienced a major equipment malfunction in our many years of operation, but as with all electronics they are man made and can fail.  For this reason alone we choose to take extra steps to make sure we’re always prepared by bringing a FULL backup system! 

 9) All this talk of Sound and Lights, what exactly do I need for my event?

When shopping for DJs almost all of them will try to sell you on how many watts their speakers have or how many colored lights they’ll shine onto your dance floor.  But many of us have absolutely no idea what they’re talking about. Here’s a breakdown on DJ equipment and what you may need for your event. 

An average size wedding reception usually has an average of around 175 guests in attendance. Minimums for an event of this size would be 200 watts per channel sound system (stereo), Colored lights (4 or 8) that chase to pre-set patterns or to the beat, a mirror ball, 2 CD players (or computer-based system), mixer, microphone.

Most DJ’s should have at least a 12″ full range speaker per side (channel) for groups under 175 guests. If you’re having a lot of top-40 or dance music at your event it’s recommended that you opt for more bass such as a 12″ or 15″ subwoofer (bass speaker) for better sound.

Some DJ services go really crazy on huge sound & lighting systems. (BIG TIP) REMEMBER, it is the DJ and not the sound/lighting system that makes or breaks a show. Get a good DJ first, then if you like a lot of lights and fancy equipment, spend more for those items.

10) What makes your company worth our investment?

Our care and concern for your special event is second only to your own. We’re able to bring our experience and expertise from hundreds of performances to your one special night.  We make your vision of the perfect celebration a reality.

Our fresh new look brings a new definition to the word “experienced DJ.”  After entertaining Chicago for over 10 years, we believe that being a successful disc jockey requires 100% musical expertise, 100% customer service satisfaction, and 100% professionalism.  The investment you make in our company reflects the expertise and quality we’ll  bring to your wedding reception.