Frequently Asked
Questions
- Single-system operator... What does
that mean?
- You're one performer... Are you the right dj for
EVERY kind of event?
- What kind of equipment do you use?
- What if you're already booked for my date?
- Do you have references?
- When should we book you?
"Quite simply... When you book HAPPY HOUR DJ SERVICE,
you're booking me (DJ Eddie) and my 15+ years of experience in producing
entertainment, and performing at special events. I don't need to
sell or try to hype 'weekend warriors' or hourly employees. My
success is based solely on MY OWN performance: Performance in finely tuning the
details prior to the event, and performance of implementing those details at the
event. It is dedication and service that cannot be matched by anyone,
other than an experienced single-system operator."
Uniqueness!
Being a single-system operator means that I don't have to follow any 'set
format' or training manual...
Your unique thoughts and ideas can be a reality, as we discuss them in detail,
prior to your special event!
Wedding Receptions?
Every performance of mine is different from the last.
I work with some of the most sought-after, unique, and innovative event planners
in the Metro Detroit area!
If you want some different ideas to add spice, or variation from the 'typical'
wedding reception, I can give you some new ideas to consider.
You want your guests to dance?
You want your guests
to have a great time?
You want to host a unique event?
You want to host a
successful event?
DJ Eddie is here to make it
happen!
No.
What I do, I do well. I don't need to pretend or
mislead anyone into believing that, no matter what type of dj they're looking
for, I'm the guy. Again, I don't
have multiple systems that I need to book... Only me. If I don't
think that I'm the right dj for your event, based on your criteria, I'll tell
you. In most instances, I'll even recommend someone more appropriate.
Right now, without going any further, I can tell you
that if any of the following three paragraphs contain qualities that you are looking for in a dj,
then you should probably consider another service:
1) Comedy. While we do dress appropriately for Halloween and Theme
Parties (you can see some of those pictures on the homepage slideshow), we won't dress ourselves, you, your guests, or bridal party up
in goofy costumes (i.e. Village People, Funky Chicken, Blues Brothers, whatever)
and parade around the room at your reception! Ditto on the inflatable instruments,
glo-sticks, or any of the other 'novelty house' items...
I know
some people like that kind of stuff, and that's fine, there's lots of dj's that
offer that.
But, not me... We'll have a great time without the cheese!
2) Singing. I would never subject you and
your guests to my singing. I'm not talking about karaoke here... There are
some dj's who actually 'sing tunes' at their event.
3) Christian, Country, and Latin music.
These are three types of music that actually have their own Hot 100 lists.
I have current selections available from all three (through my subscription
service), and of course I know, and
play the popular material... But, unlike just about all other formats of music, I don't listen to, or
try to stay in tune with 'what's happening' with these formats. In other words, while I can play requests, I don't
want to be put in a position to have to play a whole night of any of these types of music. There are
Country dj's, there are Christian dj's, and there are Latin dj's... If
you're having an event where the predominant theme will require a majority of
music to be from any of these three formats, you should hire a dj who
specializes in that respective format.
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HAPPY HOUR DJ SERVICE'S equipment is commercial grade and state-of-the art. Premium product
lines, from the most trusted and respected manufacturers in the world assure
you and your guests of experiencing the best possible sonic and visual
presentation in all situations and surroundings!
SOUND: 1 QSC PLX-3002 Amp, 1 QSC USA-900 Amp (back-up), 2 Technics Turntables,
1 Denon DN-2100F 'Dual-Well' CD Player, 1 Stanton 'Dual-Well'
CD Player (back-up), 1 Denon DN-X800 Combination Digital/Analog Mixer (brand new
innovation and product!), Numark Mixer (back-up), BBE Sound Processor, 6 '3-Way' GLI
Model 1 Speakers (each featuring twin
15" Woofers and capable of handling 1,000 watts), 2 Audio-Centron
stand-supported speakers (for smaller events and venues), 1 Shure SM58 Corded Mic, 1 Audio-Technica Wireless
Mic, 1 Nady cordless mic, 1 Furman PL-8 Power Conditioner. TOTALS:
3,900 Watts of Clean Sound from up to 8 Available Speakers (we use 2
speakers for events under 350 people). The DJ Super Computer (see below) has
replaced the cd players for most events.
LIGHTING AND EFFECTS: HAPPY
HOUR DJ SERVICE provides AT NO
ADDITIONAL COST, 16 feet
of incredible 'Club Style' Lighting; including (2) Martin Starflashes (Cone and
Triple Beam), Martin Destroyer, Martin Punisher, ADJ UFO, Club Size
(not the little toys) Beacon, ADJ Laser, (2) ADJ Strobes, fog
machine (only used at client's request), and (8) 300 watt par cans with colored
gels that keep your dance floor illuminated the whole evening with exciting
chasing, audio-sync, and color wash effects. All 'Effect Lights' are
controlled by a Lightcraft control panel, and power packs. All 'Par Cans'
are controlled by an NSI control panel, and SUNN dimmer packs. All
lighting are supported on (4) Ultimate Support stands with 4' crossbars up to
12' high, overlooking the dance floor...I don't
use a truss, because trusses don't fit in all rooms. With separate stands,
I can place lighting much more strategically, effectively, and as needed (our clients
have complete decision over how much, or how little, lighting they desire).
TOTALS: 17 Lights and Effects totaling over 6,000 Watts!
OPTIONS: Professional Mini-DV Camera for HAPPY HOUR
HIDDEN VIDEO. Our own
commercial tent/canopy (12x12) for outdoor events. Generator for outdoor
events. Portable, 'Mini-System' for remote location Ceremonies.
Additional microphones and stands for 'sound reinforcement', corporate, and
stage show events. Portable dance floor also available
OH YEAH!!
In April 2006, I custom-built a 2 space 19" rack-mountable 'DJ Computer'!
I could have done this years ago, but I finally believed, at that time, that the
right software and hardware were finally ready for me. I have a rigorous
club and special event schedule, so reliability and performance were of the
utmost concerns. Well, as of March 2008, I can tell
you that, with the exception of one 'freeze' during a sound check in early May
2007,
the system has performed flawlessly!
Of course, it's loaded with the latest and greatest stuff: AMD 64 Bit
3200+ Processor, Gigabyte Motherboard, 2 gigs of ram, One 80 gig system drive,
One 320 Gig music drive, Maya 44MKII PCI Soundcard, One external 500 Gig Back-UP
Hard Drive, 64 Bit PCI Riser, 550Watt
Power Supply, 5 Case fans, and BenQ DVD player/recorder. I am using the
PCDJ FX software for music programming, PCDJ Karaoke for karaoke, along with the PCDJ DAC-3 Controller for
playing. I am ripping cd's to mp3 format at 192 kbps. Additionally,
I use a 17" Samsung LCD Monitor.
So, now, all CD Players, and CD's have been relegated to onsite-backup equipment
status.
One of the best things about booking HAPPY HOUR DJ
featuring DJ Eddie, is that you deal with DJ Eddie
the whole way, up to, and through your reception. For clients who book us,
that's great! For clients that want us for a date that we're already
booked for, it's not. There are some instances where we may have an
afternoon event booked, and can still do an evening event, but that's kind of
rare. There are a select number of other professional dj services in our
area that I am confident in, and who I know, will have your best interest at
heart. I would be more than happy to refer you to these services at your
request.
Yes!
DJ Eddie has successfully done functions for companies, such as: Coca-Cola
Bottlers of Detroit, Thyssen Steel,
Nissan, Hilton Troy, Hilton Auburn Hills, Embassy Suites Troy, Doubletree Romulus,
Southfield Hilton, Remax Realty, Chubb Insurance, Liberty Park of America,
Broder Brothers Sportswear Co., Progressive Insurance, Sharf Products, and many,
many more.
Political Organizations, such as Macomb County Democrats.
Charitable
organizations, such as The Shriners and CARE.
Public service functions, such as Sterling Heights
Police, and Sterling Heights Firefighters.
And, various schools, caterers, and event
coordinators.
And, of course, recent wedding clients are also
available. Want unsolicited feedback from our client last weekend, client that booked
us through the internet, from a referral, from a specific type of function....you ask for it, and I will provide you with names and numbers.
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If you want DJ Eddie to be your emcee and dj, then
soon!
No simpler way to put it, because there's no better answer.
Because Happy Hour DJ featuring DJ Eddie is a single-system service, it
generally only takes one client to close out a date.
It's a strange biz... We could be open this coming Saturday, but booked on a
Sunday 2 & 1/2 years from now.
Good advice: Book your entertainment as soon as your hall is
solidified.
Please check our availability to find
out if we are open for your date. Click on the
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Availability form.
Author: Eddie Hakim.
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Revised: March 14, 2008
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