FAQs

FAQs


get your questions answered here.
  • Availability

    Please fill out the rate form to check availability or contact me at djbells@gmail.com. Bookings typically start rolling in a year in advance, but there’s always a chance for last-minute bookings.

  • Let’s Meet to discuss your event

    Please contact me to discuss your next event.

    Email: djbells@gmail.com

    Phone: 401-849-0893


  • Music & Requests

    What type of music do you prefer?


    It is important that the right songs are selected for both you and your guests. Depending on the event determines what style of music is played. Usually, as guests arrive, a ‘warm’ mix of music is appropriate. 


    Songs that are familiar played in the background, and do not overtake conversations will provide a welcome feeling into the space. Music will adjust according to the event. If dinner is to be served, the music will be dialed back. If it’s straight to the dance, then let's go! 


    I’ll mix up different genres and keep the dance floor moving.


    If requests are made during your event, I’ll do my best to honor them. If I do not have a particular song that you request, I’ll obtain it, or ask you to provide it. If there are songs or artists that you do not care to hear, I will not play them.

  • Arrival Time

    I’ll arrive an hour or two before the guests arrive, which gives me adequate time for a proper setup. It is important to test the sound system in all areas of the room and make my setup (rig) the least invasive to fit in with the overall appearance of the space.

  • Attire/Professionalism

    I always dress in proper attire to fit in with the guests and the style of the gig. I mainly stick to non-alcoholic beverages while DJ’ing events. If appropriate, I’ll have one drink or two depending on the type of gig. I promote a professional DJ service by staying in the background and entertaining the guests by creative music programming and skilled mixing. I’ll provide the proper emceeing and guide your guests in the right direction.

  • Equipment

    Using professional gear and keeping a regular maintenance schedule is of high priority.  The sound system is properly located and tested before each and every event. As always, with technology, backup is on hand. In my line of work, organization is a must, which means the workstations must be kept clean.


    Technically, I link a few different independent sound systems together channeling into a Mackie mixer.

     Main Rig:

    — Apple MacBook Pro 2021 M1 Chip

      — Ableton Live DAW 

    — Akai APC40 MKII controller 

    — Ableton Push 2 controller

    — Focusrite Focusrite Clarett 4Pre - Audio Interface


     Secondary Rig:

    — MacBook Pro

    — OTS DJ Software

    — Focusrite Scarlett 212 3rd Gen: USB Audio Interface


     Accessory Rig:

    — iPad Pro (11-inch) (3rd generation)

    — Algoriddim DJAY Pro AI 

    — Ableton Note app

    — TouchAble Pro app

    — Koala app


     PA:

    — Mackie 1402 VLZ4 Mixer

    — LD Systems Speakers - to fit various size rooms. 

      — Maui5Go

      — Maui11G2

      — Maui28G2

      — Maui44

      

     Aux Gear:

    — Sennheiser ew100 lapel mic

    — Sennheiser ew300 lapel mic (Transmitter/Receiver)

    — Sennheiser ew300 Receiver paired with handheld Transmitter SKM 300

    — Sennheiser ew300 Receiver paired with handheld Transmitter SKM 300 G2

    — Audix OM3 Dynamic Vocal Mic

    — Pioneer DJ -HDJ-X10-K Headphones 

    — Sennheiser HD 650 Open Back Professional Headphones (Studio Use)

  • Lighting

    Available upon request.

    — Chauvet - Freedom Par Hex4 White

    — Chauvet - 4BARTM Tri USB


    The lights are battery-powered LED lights, wirelessly remote controlled, and built in a clean white housing about half the size of a shoebox. Not only will the lights offer a stunning accent to the space, but there are also no cords or wires, which eliminates unnecessary clutter and can be located about anywhere. Wireless, dimmable, and capable of producing pure white light up to the full-color range allows for limitless color mixing options, in-turn I’ll be able to coordinate with your color theme.

  • Microphone

    I use professional microphones at events. For simplicity, I typically use a wired mic for my announcements and provide a wireless mic for speeches, toasts, etc. 


    I will MC the formal announcements and also give you and your guests general direction of ‘what’s going on’ throughout the event. As always, I keep the mic chatter to a minimum.


    Aux Gear:

    — Sennheiser ew100 lapel mic

    — Sennheiser ew300 lapel mic (Transmitter/Receiver)

    — Sennheiser ew300 Receiver paired with handheld Transmitter SKM 300

    — Sennheiser ew300 Receiver paired with handheld Transmitter SKM 300 G2

    — Audix OM3 Dynamic Vocal Mic

    — Pioneer DJ -HDJ-X10-K Headphones 

    — Sennheiser HD 650 Open Back Professional 

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