Your Questions, Our Sincere Answers:
Choosing the right DJ and music services for your event is a big decision, and you deserve to feel completely confident in your choice. At Maestro Beats, we understand that you’re not just hiring a DJ; you’re entrusting us with the atmosphere and memories of your special day. That’s why we commit ourselves to answering your questions including these FAQs below so you can see firsthand the dedication, professionalism, and passion we bring to every single event..
What is your DJing style?
Our approach is polished, professional, and all about you. We believe the focus should be on you and your guests, not on us. Our style is defined by:
- Artistic Mixing: We create seamless, energetic transitions between songs to keep the dance floor alive. We mix live, reacting to the crowd's energy, not just playing a pre-made list.
- "No-Cheese" Professionalism: We handle announcements with class and clarity. You won’t hear us talking over every song or trying to be the center of attention. Your event is the show, and we provide the perfect soundtrack.
- Tasteful Interaction: We know how to read a room and can motivate your guests to dance when needed, but always in a fun and respectful way. We will never display our company banner unless you ask us to.
Do you also act as the Master of Ceremonies (MC)?
Yes, our DJs can MC as needed, and believe it's a vital role! How we handle it depends on your event:
For Weddings & Large Corporate Events: We strongly recommend a dedicated MC, to ensure a smooth flow of the event activities. This is an add-on to the DJ/music service. For an event of such scale, we work as a team of at least two professionals, including with an experienced and charismatic MC coordinating the floor or stage activities, program timelines, engage guests, make announcements, while the DJ remains 100% focused on delivering the best songs, flawless music, and audio tech operations.
For Smaller Parties: For more intimate events with fewer formal announcements, the DJ can absolutely handle both roles seamlessly.
Other options: If you have a friend, co-worker, or family member who would like be the MC, that's good! Or you could hire a third party MC. We are happy to work with anyone to ensure everything runs perfectly.
What kind of music do you play? And can we request songs?
Your perfect playlist is our passion. We have a massive and constantly growing music library spanning all genres and decades, from new pop hit songs, top 40 hits to timeless classics from the Americas, Europe, Africa, and beyond.
Most importantly, this is your event. We work closely with you to build a custom playlist that reflects your taste and vision for the event. If there's a specific song you love that we don't have, we'll gladly acquire it for you at no extra cost. You can be as hands-on as you like, from providing a "must-play" list to a "do-not-play" list. We also specialize in reading the room and taking requests from your guests (with your permission, of course!) to keep the energy just right.
Please note: We typically use radio-friendly, "clean" versions of songs to ensure everyone enjoys the songs and has a great time.
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What kind of music do you play? And can we request songs?
For a ballpark figure, every event is unique, so our pricing reflects that. It will depend on a number of factors. Our packages are competitively and fairly priced depending on one of the following instances:
- Full Equipment Setup: DJ services typically range from $1,675 for small parties and up to $3,500 or more for larger events.
- Partial setup: DJ services could be available for $850 to $1,200, provided the venue has a professional and full in-house sound system. This pricing also applies if you have a live band that has a full sound system that can accommodate the connection of the DJ's decks and console.
The final cost depends on factors like the date, season, duration, guests number, venue capacity, and specific setup requirements for your event among other things.
*We believe in fairness and transparency. Our pricing is based on a clear structure, not on what we think you can afford. You'll receive a detailed quote with no hidden fees.
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What's included in the price?
Our goal is simple, all-inclusive pricing. Your flat-rate package includes:
- The full performance time you've booked.
- Event duration, all setup and breakdown time.
- All professional-grade and state-of-the art sound equipment, including speakers, subwoofers, and wireless microphones for stipulated capacities.
- A pre-event consultation to plan your music, event programs, and timeline.
- Transportation costs will apply for locations beyond a
- 65-mile radius of NYC; the initial 65 miles are exempt.
- Full DJ liability insurance.
- Any applicable taxes.
Do you offer lighting or live musicians?
We believe in doing one thing and doing it perfectly: providing incredible DJ entertainment services. While some companies "up-sell" these services, we prefer to focus on what we do best!
We have a deep respect for the art of lighting design and live music. Rather than being a middleman, we would be delighted to refer you directly to our trusted partners - talented lighting designers and amazing live musicians who are experts in their fields. This way, you get the best quality in every aspect of your event vendors.
How involved can we be in selecting the music?
You can be as involved as you want to be! This is your celebration, and the music should be a perfect reflection of you. We offer a collaborative process that can be tailored to your style:
- The Music Lovers: Give us a detailed list of must-plays, maybe-plays, and most importantly, a do-not-play list. We'll build the entire night around your vision.
- The Guideline Givers: Provide us with your favorite genres, artists, and the general vibe you're going for (e.g., "90s hip-hop, modern pop, and classic disco"), and let us use our expertise to fill in the blanks and read the crowd.
- The Hands-Off Approach: If you'd rather not worry about the music, you can trust us to create an amazing, well-rounded musical experience that will appeal to all your guests.
We use a shared online planning tool that makes it incredibly easy for you to add songs and notes at your convenience leading up to the event.
What does your equipment and gear setup look like?
We pride ourselves on a clean, professional, aesthetic and elegant setups. Our decks station, audio gears and PA systems setup is designed to complement your event's vibe, not detract from it.
We use a sleek DJ booth with a facade that hides all equipment and wirings, ensuring a polished look that fits in perfectly at any venue, from a exquisite, palatial mansion to a function ballroom or opulent banquet halls.