We use a very special type of microphone which, unlike the standard hand-held or lapel-type microphones you may be familiar with, is specifically designed to pick up speaking voices at a distance. It is positioned on a thin stand about waist high instead of near your faces, so as not to obscure your photographs. You don’t have to lean in to the microphone to be heard. You can just speak normally and your guests will hear you loud and clear. It’s almost as if the microphone wasn’t even there!
A sound system is suggested for outdoor or indoor weddings with more than 50 guests in attendance, especially if they are seated in chairs in rows. Remember, you DO NOT have to rent the sound system that is offered by the venue. They are frequently overpriced and inadequate, designed more for playing DJ music than for a wedding ceremony. Also, beware of the DJ that says he can just “set up a microphone” for the ceremony. This standard setup will always require 1) the microphone be held by the officiant and pointed at the Bride and Groom while they are saying their vows. This can be awkward and a bit nerve-wracking for the Bride and Groom who may already be a little bit nervous... or 2) the microphone is on a stand. Since the microphone is uni-directional and typically pointed at the officiant, it will only pick up the officiant's voice, not yours. In addition, it will be seen in your photographs and overall, really takes away from the beauty of your ceremony.
Light classical background music and traditional processional and recessional music is included at no charge. I would also be happy to play any music that you supply on CD… and feel free to let me know if there are specific songs that you would like played, as I have a 1000+ library of songs.
The sound system will accommodate up to 200 people and is $250. If you would like just a CD player Boom Box for under 20 people (for a beach wedding, for instance), the fee is $50. Please Note: The boom box does not have a microphone.
I am happy to have the opportunity to offer an affordable alternative to my couples to help them have a perfect, stress-free ceremony that everyone can hear! |
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DJ's can be expensive.
If you are on a budget, consider an iPod or laptop computer
to play the music
at
your reception.
If you need a larger sound system
to play music at your reception
(using your own iPod or laptop computer as the DJ, for instance) and/or a screen and projector
for a PowerPoint presentation
or slide show
of photos,
feel free to contact my husband,
Grant Daversa at (858) 278-6364
visit his website at www.GDproductions.com
or drop him an e-mail at Grant@GDproductions.com |
