FAQs – Heard The Beat DJ Hire Portsmouth
How do I secure a booking with Heard The Beat?
To secure your booking, a deposit is required. Once your deposit is received, your date is locked in our calendar. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks before your event. Every quote is tailored based on your event, and what you are quoted is exactly what you pay, with no hidden fees.
What types of events do you provide DJ services for?
Heard The Beat provides professional DJ hire in Portsmouth and across the South Coast for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, anniversaries, school proms, and private parties. Every event is tailored to suit your crowd, venue, and music preferences.
Can we choose our own music and send playlists?
Yes, and we actively encourage it. Every booking includes access to your own dedicated request page where both you and your guests can submit song requests ahead of the event. You can also send playlists directly via email, Spotify, or Apple Music. You’re welcome to include must-play songs as well as songs you don’t want played.
Do you take song requests on the night?
Yes, guests are welcome to request songs during the event, and we always aim to keep the dancefloor full while respecting your preferences and any do-not-play list you’ve provided.
What kind of music do you play?
We cover music from the 1950s right through to the latest chart hits, including pop, rock, R&B, house, garage, dance, and party classics. Every set is tailored to your event, whether you want a relaxed vibe or a packed dancefloor all night.
Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?
Yes, all bookings include professional sound and lighting equipment suitable for your venue and guest numbers. All equipment is fully PAT tested, and we hold public liability insurance up to £5 million for your peace of mind.
Do you offer DJ and photo booth packages?
Yes, we offer DJ and photo booth packages which are perfect for weddings and parties. All photo booth bookings include a digital gallery for you and your guests, with optional prints available if required.
How long do you need to set up?
We typically require around one hour to set up, although we aim to arrive approximately 90 minutes before your event start time to ensure everything is ready to go without any stress or delays.
Do you have any power requirements?
We require access to one standard socket within 10 metres of the performance area, with 20 metres being the maximum. Ideally, this should be on its own circuit where possible to ensure safe and reliable operation.
Do you charge extra for travel?
We are based in Portsmouth and cover the South Coast. Travel is included within our local area, and any additional travel requirements will be clearly outlined at the quote stage with no hidden costs.
Can we spread payments?
Yes, we offer flexible payment options to help spread the cost, as long as the full balance is paid no later than one month before your event.
What happens if we need to cancel or change our date?
The deposit is non-refundable as it secures your date. However, if you need to reschedule, we will always do our best to accommodate a new date subject to availability.
Do you bring backup equipment?
Yes, we carry backup equipment to every event. This ensures your event runs smoothly and gives you complete peace of mind.
Can you help with planning the event?
Absolutely. We offer consultations for weddings and special events where we can help plan timings, key moments, music choices, and announcements to make sure everything runs perfectly on the day.
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