Do you charge extra for a wireless mic?

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On the topic of corded mics, I won't do a show without one at hand. It's rarely used... but redundancy is the ticket to peace of mind. We keep it connected and laying in the CD case, just in case an issue with the wireless should arise.

Unfortunately, there are DJ companies that charge extra for things like wireless mics.

For my part I don't think it's necessary to nickel and dime a client to death but that's just me. It's not my place to judge another's business methods. If it works for you, fine.

To my contorted way of thinkin', once you start telling a client this is extra, that is extra... you've passed the point of selling your ability and experience. All that serves to do is make you look like a mobile cash register.

Again, that's just me. :)
 
fine i'll just give a $50 discount to clients who DO NOT want the stinking wireless mic (and, NO, I'm NOT going to raise my prices to "compensate" for that)

While we're at it, I think it's freaking stupid to upsell MC services. For crying out loud, YOU'RE THERE ALREADY!

Ya, that's how much freaking sense your condescending posts are making.
 
So, thanks to all this professional advice, I am working on a plan like this:

My Flat Rate: $595 for service until 2am or clean up time.

Discount: -$70 if set up time is after 6pm

Discount: -$50 if you don't want a wireless mic

Discount: -$50 if you don't want the Aggressor

Potential Total: $425 (which makes sense because that is roughly the average rate around here--yes, I had overpriced myself)

Oh, and MC services will be included for free, because my mouth and brain are there, anyway. Preparation time? Who cares? My brain is good, so it's not a big deal.

If anybody needs me, I'll be in my office.
 
The Vinyl Spinner said:
... Oh, and MC services will be included for free, because my mouth and brain are there, anyway.
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Well, I should hope so, Johnny. Just remember to engage the latter before opening the former... :D
 
Yes I charge extra for them,,,, I also charge extra if they want speaker cables.... :sqcool:
 
OK, now the next question......how many are charging extra for TWO wireless mics?

I'm thinking about buying another lapel mic.

It would be nice to have two Sennheisers, on different frequencies.

Less stressful, because if one stops working (frequency blockage)....you still have one to pick up all three parties!

I'm going to start doing this....beginning next weekend. No extra charge. it will be one more little business toy to write off.
 
Whoa!

Ok...First of all, isn't a WIRELESS mic a luxury???? As opposed to a wired mic. When someone dops your wireless for any reason, we all cringe...Right?? When they drop the wired, you're like "I don't care, it only costs me $100!" Whereas the wireless costs on average $350 ++

If you are going to charge for a wireless, just increase your total package..
 
I got bashed for this same subject 5 years ago on DJchat

I personally dont own a wireless mic....I used to have one and I got rid of it I didn't like it. If they want my mic for the MC at dinner I do upcharge for it and ITS WIRED. If they want a wireless mic I rent one for $30.00 and charge $55.00 for it

I also charge for dinner music...and extra time...and lights beyond the basic...and larger sound systems

But I do find it amusing how people that believe in getting what you are worth look down on upcharging for services
 
Jeff Romard said:
I got bashed for this same subject 5 years ago on DJchat

I personally dont own a wireless mic....I used to have one and I got rid of it I didn't like it. If they want my mic for the MC at dinner I do upcharge for it and ITS WIRED. If they want a wireless mic I rent one for $30.00 and charge $55.00 for it

I also charge for dinner music...and extra time...and lights beyond the basic...and larger sound systems

But I do find it amusing how people that believe in getting what you are worth look down on upcharging for services
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Awraight!

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Geeze you use an amber beacon?...Thats just not professional...You should be using the red and blue beacons like me :sqcool::sqerr:
 
Jeff Romard said:
Geeze you use an amber beacon?...Thats just not professional...You should be using the red and blue beacons like me :sqcool::sqerr:
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I said this story before here, somewhere...but I guess I'll say it again!

I "discovered" a hard hat with an amber beacon on top, thanks to the magic of the internet.

I thought, "Wowzers," and called my buddy who is a big shot in the Occupational Safety Something Or Other industry in the magical oil fields of Alberta. I asked him if he had ever seen one of these hard hats.

He replied, "No, but if I ever saw anybody wearing one of those then I'd kick his ass. Why?"

"Oh, nevermind." :p

And now some yahoo wears one of these hats (with a blue beacon) on one of those stupid Kokanee commercials.

Hey, Jeff, do you guys get Kokanee over there, at the other side of the world?
 
Yup I dont think its much of a seller here though
 
Charging extra for anything that would nornally be an expectation of your capability is CHEAP and unprofessional.

If you routinely serve events that require others to speak in venues where a wired mic is inconvenient, cumbersome, or clumsy - then NOT having a wireless mic available is the mark of an unprepared amateur.

That being said, the quality of what you are providing also has to be measured against the total service. For example, a typical $400-$500 DJ mic is not a big deal, and should be as much a part of your system as the $$$ speakers and amps you're probably packing.

And .... if you're going to hand the best man some cheap Nady like mic then good grief don't be fool enough to charge for it unless your rate happens to be $150 for the day! In that case - you should charge for the batteries, and the shower you took before leaving the house.

But, let's say your doing a talent or corporate event and the type of mic required is worth $5,000.00 or more! Well, now you've entered the world of event staging and pricing per application. So yes, charge for the specific class of gear you are adding into the system.

But don't assume your clients will be impressed by your gear.

Brides and Grooms know they don't need a $5k mic - and they're not going to be impressed by your assertion that your "mic charge" is a reflection of quality. All they care about is that it works cleanly and sounds "normal". That's hardly something that should cost extra for a typical wedding or DJ event.
 
Some big shot dj company in my area charges more,but why? Mo money,Mo money is all some dj buisnesses care about.I use mine occasionally.
 
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