My FI and I have decided that we will be hiring a DJ for our ceremony and reception. I've been browsing online and have narrowed our choices down to three professionals. One DJ who I am very interested in sounds friendly, offered a wide selection of music, and seems almost too good to be true.. but he is 200$ more expensive than our other two choices. My second option is a DJ who seems a little awkward socially, but I admit that I don't know him from Adam and his price seems reasonable. Finally, my third option seems very professional and is the least expensive, but "you get what you pay for". My problem is making the final cut. I would be willing to splurge a little for my DJ if it meant ensuring my reception would be thoroughly enjoyed and NOT stressful for my FI and myself.
To solve this problem, My FI suggested attending the receptions of the clients of each prospective DJ and choosing based on who we believe "sounds best", but that idea horrifies me (Fi thinks I'm overreacting). I can't imagine actually showing up to someone else's wedding just to hear a dj when we are not invited and are not wanted. Do people actually do this? Would you let someone drop in and listen to your DJ?