Pros & Cons of iPod DJs
Are you considering ditching the DJ and using an iPod as your sole source of music entertainment at your reception? You’re not alone!
iPod weddings are being more and more popular amongst the tech set, but is it for you? Here’s a list of pros and cons to help you determine if using your trusty pod pal is your best bet.
Pros and Cons of iPod Receptions:
PROS
* You have 100% creative control over the play list. No cheesy DJs, no chicken dance, no YMCA.
* You have control over the “script” of the reception. You decide when the music breaks, what’s said, and who says it.
* Using an iPod may be cheaper than hiring a DJ. If you already own an iPod, you’re already on your way to saving some cash.
* You can use the iPod for more than music. You can show slideshows and movies, too, and even store photos, files, and contact lists.
* You get to keep the iPod after the wedding.
CONS
* You’ll need at least an iPod Nano to hold all the songs you’ll need for a 5 hour reception.
* You’ll need a trusted, sober, articulate, reliable friend (or two) to act as emcee.
* You’ll need someone to watch over the iPod to pause the music, adjust the volume, or work out any kinks that happen along the way.
* An iPod playlist isn’t always flexible. Your guests won’t be able to request fave dance songs. (This could be a positive, actually!)
* If you don’t already have a vast music collection, you’ll need to buy more songs. That can be expensive! Remember: you may love SLAYER more than anything in the universe, but Grandma and many of your guests may not wish to start a pit when Reign in Blood starts.
* You’ll probably have to rent a PA system/sound equipment and learn how to use it before the reception.
September 23rd, 2007 at 4:45 pm #Morgan
Don’t forget — a laptop works for DIY DJing also! It’s a little more flexible as far as editing playlists and a little simpler to view and navigate. You could even download a requested song on the fly and add it in if you have internet available!