Recommended Service Benchmarks
These benchmarks help customers understand what to expect at each service level and help DJs quote professionally. They are recommended benchmarks, not mandatory minimum prices — members quote according to venue, date, equipment, travel, duration and event complexity.
Essential DJ Service
€250+ VAT (where applicable)
Included
- · Professional DJ
- · Music preparation & planning
- · DJ controller, laptop & operating equipment
- · Travel within an agreed local radius
- · Up to 5 hours of performance time
Not included
- · PA system
- · Lighting
- · Special effects
- · Venue licensing
- · Extended setup
- · Ceremony / multiple locations
Standard DJ Service
€350+ VAT (where applicable)
Included
- · Everything in Essential, plus:
- · Standard PA system — 2 speakers up to 1000w
- · Basic dance-floor lighting or gig bar
- · Standard setup & dismantling
- · Pre-event planning
- · Up to 5 hours of performance time
Not included
- · Subwoofers
- · Moving heads / advanced lighting
- · Special effects machines
Advanced DJ Production
€550+ VAT (where applicable)
Included
- · Everything in Standard, plus:
- · Higher-output PA with subwoofers & tops
- · Expanded lighting rig
- · Moving heads, beams or equivalent
- · Approved effects machines
- · Up to 5 hours of performance time
Optional extras members may quote separately
Additional performance hour
Early setup
Ceremony service
Additional sound location
Wireless microphones
Karaoke
Uplighting
Cold sparks
Dry ice
CO₂ effects
Photo booth
Backup DJ
Overnight accommodation
Public holiday surcharge
Additional travel beyond radius
Members define their own pricing for these items based on their equipment, travel and the specifics of each event.
Why professional DJs cost more
A verified, registered DJ carries insurance, maintains professional equipment, pays tax and VAT, and invests in preparation. The benchmarks reflect the real cost of a professional service — not a hobby.
Questions to ask before booking
Ask about equipment, setup times, backup plans, insurance, music licensing and written terms. A professional DJ will answer clearly and provide a written quotation.