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Cost of Band vs Cost of DJ

rlinksmanrlinksman member
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in Texas-Dallas and Ft. Worth

For a good band that will emcee the event, what I am I looking at in Dallas?  Same questions about a DJ.  I would like to save money by going with a DJ, but we need them to be able to cue into speeches, dances, etc.

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  • rlinksmanrlinksman member
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    edited December 2011

    For a good band that will emcee the event, what I am I looking at in Dallas?  Same questions about a DJ.  I would like to save money by going with a DJ, but we need them to be able to cue into speeches, dances, etc.

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  • lyndausvilyndausvi mod
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    edited December 2011
    This is an international board.. You will get better responses on your local board. 






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  • JCM10JCM10 member
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    edited December 2011
    A DJ is more likely than a band to be good at the emcee role. That being said, local board.

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  • fallbride1109fallbride1109 member
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    edited December 2011

    Come and join us on the DFW board.  We'd love to help.  I loved my DJ Glenn Roush, he was one of my favorite vendors.  Bands in Dallas start around $3K and go up--my DJ was half that and ran my whole reception flawlessly.

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  • marksle84marksle84
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    edited December 2011
    I'm using DJ connection. They have unlimited time slots and they are running the show at the reception. They are normally $1400 and they bring lighting too!
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  • angieandjamesangieandjames member
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    edited December 2011
    My DJ was Marshall Argovitz, and I loved him... he MC'd the whole reception, but didn't have lighting.  He was $850.  Good luck!
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  • carmen9311carmen9311 member
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    edited December 2011
    i opted for the DJ to save $$, but a band can do just as good as a DJ at being an MC for the evening. for good bands in dallas, i'd look at limelight, emerald city band, etc. i agree with stephie on the price difference though
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  • sarathirzasarathirza member
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    edited December 2011
    the least expensive band i found was $2500 - i just booked my dj for $500 (presley miller).  i found another dj - phil productions for $630. both bring their own equipment (no lighting) and will emcee the reception. if you're looking to save money, i'd definitely go with a dj.
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  • leasing456leasing456
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    edited December 2011
    I am helping a friend plan her wedding in August and she shopped a few dj's but ended up going with my recommendation who I have recommended before... DJ Matt with www.djsofdallas.com   She booked him for $650 with full sound and lighting! He has worked with several other knotties as well. 

    If you need any other vendor help make sure you post up on here. I have helped all of my friends with their weddings and have gotten endless support and answers on this site. Good luck!
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