JOURNAL

Notes from
the booth.

Practical advice on planning music, hiring sound and lighting, and getting the most out of a venue — written by people who do this every weekend.

How to plan the music for your wedding day

Ceremony, reception, first dance and the evening — what to decide in advance and what to leave to the DJ on the night.

A quick guide to matching speakers and subs to room size, guest numbers and venue sound limits.

What a limiter does, why it trips, and how to plan an evening around one without killing the dancefloor.

The practical differences for parties, weddings and small club setups — and when the extra kit is worth it.

Timings, tone and the music decisions that separate a good company party from an awkward one.

Why colour wash changes a venue more than any other lighting you can hire, and how to pick a palette.

Skip the reading and just ask us — tell us the date, venue and what you are planning.