Question 1

What is your level of experience?

Accepted Answer

Daniel Baller proudly provides you with the knowledge & Expertise of nearly 1,400 weddings since 1998.

Question 2

Do you support marriage equality?

Accepted Answer

I would welcome an opportunity to be part of your same-sex wedding celebration.

Question 3

How large is your music library?

Accepted Answer

My music catalog currently consists of over 127,000 song titles from the 1930's to today.

Question 4

Do you have the hits that are being played today?

Accepted Answer

Yes I do. I am a subscriber to Promo Only music service (available only to professional disc jockeys).  Every day I receive the most recent songs which have been released.  This service allows me to stay completely current in all types/styles of music.

Question 5

What type of equipment do you use?

Accepted Answer

I use only PROFESSIONAL grade equipment for the best in sound quality and reliability. Leading manufacturers such as Yamaha, RCF, Electro-Voice, JBL, TurboSound, Sennheiser, Shure, AKG, Line 6, Martin, Chauvet & American DJ round out my audio & lighting equipment inventory.

Question 6

Do you have backup equipment?

Accepted Answer

Of course.  Backup equipment is on-site, ready at a moments notice (if needed).

Question 7

How would you characterize your personality and style?

Accepted Answer

Professional and fun.  I do not have/use cheesy gimmicks or props and would never do anything to make you and/or your guests feel uncomfortable.

Question 8

What is your standard attire?

Accepted Answer

Tuxedo (unless requested otherwise).

Question 9

Do you provide a written contract?

Accepted Answer

Most definitely.  I feel that contracts are a must so that all parties are entirely clear as to what is being agreed to.  Items such as engagement date, level of service, compensation, etc. are clearly spelled out - no surprises.

Question 10

Can you assist with the wedding ceremony music as well as the reception?

Accepted Answer

This is truly one of my specialties.  Over 90% of my couples choose to have me coordinate & entertain at both their ceremony & reception.

Question 11

We are having our wedding ceremony & reception at different venues, can you accommodate this?"

Accepted Answer

Of course.  I have dedicated "ceremony systems" which can be used for the service (even in locations without electricity) while another separate system is already set up and utilized for the reception.  This allows me to provide a seamless transition from one venue/location to another.

Question 12

Can you provide a wireless lapel microphone for our minister?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  A wireless lapel microphone for your officiant is included in my "Diamond" Program.

Question 13

How many events do you book per day?

Accepted Answer

This is a great question, one in which I stand apart from many other companies.  I book exclusively one client for a given day.  By giving you my exclusive attention there are no worries about me being delayed in arriving from another event, or being unable to stay later when the celebration is still going strong.

Question 14

Do I need to decide in advance how long I need the DJ/Emcee to stay?

Accepted Answer

No, if you do need additional time, that decision can be made at the end of the initial contracted time, the day of the event.  You are in charge of how long (if at all) you would like me to stay past the initial contracted time frame.

Question 15

What is the largest reception you have ever performed at?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 550 guests.

Question 16

Do you charge a travel fee?

Accepted Answer

I provide no charge travel for up to 25 miles from my office to your venue.  Further distances are subject to a fee.

Question 17

Do you charge (or deduct from my time) for setup & tear down?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not.  All setup and tear down is at my time and expense.  You will get up to the full contracted performance time for my services.

Question 18

Do you require a retainer payment to book your services?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  A fifty (50) percent retainer is required at time of signing a contract for service.  The remain balance is due thirty (30) days before your wedding.

Question 19

Do you accept credit cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes.  We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover and personal checks as forms of payment.