The Aerie at Eagle Landing Wedding Speaker Set-up

Every Venue Has Its Own Sound Requirements

The first rule of wedding sound is that every location has its own unique requirements that must be planned for. If you're working with an AV person who only has one type of gear, while it may be well suited for a traditional ceremony in a church, it likely will not also be appropriate for a beach or outdoor ceremony.

Likewise, you will probably need sound set-ups for at least two locations on your big day: one for the ceremony and one for the reception. Even if you are holding both in the same venue, they often will be held in very different rooms or sections of the grounds. Working with someone who has the ability to set up in more than one location at once will ensure a seamless transition from ceremony to reception. DJ Cutt Entertainment brings multiple private event packages designed to cover your full day without interruption.

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Wireless is the way to go

The last thing you want to worry about when giving toasts is passing a mic on the end of a long cord from person to person, or forcing everyone to come up to one particular location to make an announcement or speech. In fact, the logistics can get so complicated that most people would just rather not use a microphone at all. Unfortunately, that will make it difficult for anyone who is not front and center to hear what is being said, not to mention guests with hearing difficulties.

That is why a wireless microphone set-up is essential. As shown in the Aerie video, with a wireless system like the Alto Stealth Wireless UHF System, you can easily pass the microphone from person to person, allowing much greater freedom of movement. Even better, you can have multiple mics, meaning that the next person to speak will already have a mic and will not have to wait for an exchange between toasts or speeches. Browse our recommended vendor list for other trusted AV and event professionals in the Portland area.

Finally, having a wireless lav is a great way to ensure that your vows are heard by everyone in your audience. We find that it is often only necessary to place a lav on the groom, as it will be able to pick up the bride's voice as well. This avoids having to run a lav system on the back of the bride's dress.

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Surround sound provides a pleasant experience for everyone

One of the most frequent complaints at a wedding is that the sound was either too loud or too soft. This will often happen at the same ceremony with a bad sound set-up, because the people close to the speakers will think it was too loud, while those in the back will struggle to hear at all. This is especially common at larger Portland-area venues where rooms vary widely in size and layout.

A proper sound system uses multiple speakers in multiple spots around the room or outdoor area. This ensures even sound coverage no matter where someone is seated. Pair that with the right event lighting and you have a reception setup that looks and sounds professional from every seat in the house.

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Great Sound Makes Everything Better

Wedding sound is one of those things that guests notice when it goes wrong but rarely comment on when it goes right. Getting it right means choosing an AV partner with the right gear for your specific venue, the experience to set up in multiple locations, and the professionalism to handle every moment smoothly. Whether you are saying your vows on the Oregon Coast, in Hood River, or right here in Portland, the right sound set-up makes every word, every laugh, and every song land exactly as it should.

And if you want to take your reception even further, ask us about adding cold sparks for your grand entrance or a dancing on clouds effect for your first dance.

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Book DJ Cutt Entertainment for Your Oregon Wedding

At DJ Cutt Entertainment, we use only professional gear and strive to always have the right equipment for the right scenario, while remaining committed to offering affordable prices. Whether you need sound, lighting, a photo booth, or a full wedding entertainment package, our team is ready to help. Contact us today to learn more and get a free consultation.

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