Frequently Asked Questions

What really sets us apart is the level of organization, preparation, and attention to detail we bring to every event. After years of performing at weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations, we know how important it is for everything to run smoothly.

From the planning stage all the way through the final song of the night, we focus on clear communication, professional presentation, and making sure every detail is covered. That way you can relax and enjoy the celebration knowing the entertainment side of your event is completely taken care of.

The result is an event that runs smoothly, feels well coordinated, and lets you enjoy the celebration without worrying about the details.

Being licensed and insured is an important part of operating a professional DJ business, and yes, Art Of Sound is fully licensed and carries liability insurance.

Many venues today require vendors to carry insurance and may ask for a copy of our insurance certificate at some point during the planning process. This helps protect you, your guests, and the venue itself. If your venue requires it during the planning process, we can easily provide the documentation and work directly with your venue coordinator or event manager to make sure everything is handled properly.

Some venues may also ask to be listed on the insurance certificate for the day of your event. That’s something we handle regularly, so if your venue has that requirement, we can take care of it quickly and make sure everything is in order.

Absolutely. Every booking is confirmed with a written agreement so everything is clearly outlined and documented for both of us. Our digital proposal outlines the services, equipment included with your package, timing, and pricing so everything is clearly defined ahead of time and there are no surprises later on.

To reserve your date, we require a $500 non-refundable retainer along with the signed agreement. When you're ready to move forward, simply review the proposal sent to your email, sign the agreement electronically, and submit the retainer. Payments can be made securely through your client portal using Venmo, PayPal, or a credit card.

Once that’s completed, your event is officially locked into our calendar. From there you’ll have access to your client portal, where you can make additional payments at any time, pay the remaining balance in full if you prefer, and complete important planning details like event forms and timelines.

If you prefer to pay with cash, we can arrange a quick in-person meeting and a written receipt will be provided at the time of payment.

The remaining balance is due two weeks before your event, which helps ensure everything is finalized and squared away ahead of time so you can simply enjoy the day.

We always plan to arrive well before the start of your event to make sure everything is fully set up and ready to go before guests start to arrive.

For most DJ-only events, we typically arrive about 90 minutes early to complete setup and sound checks. Larger events that include multiple services such as ceremony audio, cocktail hour sound, reception entertainment, uplighting, monograms, or a photo booth may require three or more hours for setup depending on the size and complexity of the event.

If the venue allows it, we’re always happy to arrive early to make sure everything is set up and running smoothly before the celebration begins.

In the rare case that a venue has strict setup windows, such as allowing only a short time to load in and set up multiple services, additional team members are required to help ensure everything stays within the time limit. This allows all equipment to be set up efficiently and ready on time. In those situations, we plan ahead and schedule the appropriate support staff based on the size of the event and the venue layout.

We regularly provide DJ services throughout Northern California and the Central Valley. Being based in Stockton allows us to easily serve events in cities such as Sacramento, Modesto, San Jose, and many surrounding areas.

Over the years we’ve performed at events across a wide range of locations including places like Auburn, Brentwood, Sonora, Placerville, Valley Springs, and many others throughout the region.

Events taking place within San Joaquin County typically do not require a travel fee. For locations outside the county, a small travel fee may apply depending on the distance. If you're unsure whether your venue falls within our service area, feel free to reach out and we’ll be happy to let you know.