Choose the right level of event support.
Every package includes clear scope, correctly sized equipment, and an event plan built around your venue. Reception Only and Full Day packages include DJing, MC announcements, and professional sound operation.
Ceremony Only
Best for: one ceremony location with simple music cues
- Bose PA system
- 1 wireless mic
- Music playback for prelude & processional
- Delivery, setup, sound check, strike
Reception Only
Best for: toasts, dinner, formal dances, and an active dance floor
- 2 JBL mains + 1 subwoofer
- 2 wireless mics
- DJing and MC hosting for the reception
- Music planning, introductions & formal-dance cues
- Full reception and dance-floor coverage
- Delivery, setup, sound check, strike
Full Day
Best for: a seamless day across ceremony and reception spaces
- Separate ceremony & reception systems
- Dual subwoofers
- Reception DJing and MC hosting
- Coordinated music cues, formal moments & dance-floor flow
- Full-day coverage from ceremony through last song
- Delivery, setup, sound check, strike
Live & Large
Best for: bands, large rooms, and multi-input production
- Stage monitors
- On-site sound engineer
- Multi-channel mixer
- Built for bands, DJs & big rooms
Choose by event complexity, not speaker count.
This comparison helps identify a likely starting point. The final proposal still follows your venue and run of show.
| Coverage level | Best fit | Typical operation | Multiple zones | Live inputs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Vows, readings, and music cues | Staffed setup | Single zone | Limited |
| Reception Only | Introductions, toasts, dinner, formal dances, and open dancing | DJ + MC + sound engineer | Dinner room and dance floor | DJing, announcements, microphones |
| Full Day | Ceremony plus reception through the last song | Coordinated DJ, MC, and sound team | Two or more | Ceremony cues, announcements, and DJing |
| Live & Large | Bands, stages, and larger audiences | On-site engineer | As required | Multi-channel |
Build the coverage your event requires.
| Add-on | Preview status |
|---|---|
| On-site sound tech | quoted after scope review |
| Extra wireless mic | quoted after scope review |
| Extra subwoofer | quoted after scope review |
| LED uplighting | available by custom quote |
| Small generator | quoted after scope review |
| Large generator | quoted after scope review |
| Delivery beyond 20 mi | quoted after scope review |
DJing and announcements are included in full-service reception packages.
Blue Ridge Sound handles the sound system and the flow of the room together, so your planner, venue, photographer, and guests are following the same timeline.
- DJing & music programmingPlanning, transitions, special dances, requests, and dance-floor direction
- MC announcementsIntroductions, formal moments, speeches, dinner cues, and timeline updates
- Reception coordinationRun-of-show review with the couple, planner, venue, and key vendors
- Professional sound operationWireless microphones, room coverage, backup playback, setup, testing, and strike
Useful next steps for a smoother event.
Open the guide that matches the decision you are working through now.
Decide when ceremony, cocktails, dinner, and dancing need separate systems.
Open guide →Building the run of show?Coordinate introductions, dinner, toasts, formal dances, and the last song.
Open guide →Using a tent?Plan coverage, power, weather protection, and installation order.
Open guide →Answers before event day.
What determines the final quote?
Guest count, venue layout, coverage zones, event duration, power, equipment, staffing, travel, DJ or MC needs, lighting, setup complexity, and teardown timing all affect scope.
Can we rent equipment without an operator?
Self-serve rental options are designed for clients or outside DJs who can operate the equipment. Availability and equipment counts are confirmed during quoting.
What is included in Full-Service pricing?
Full-Service reception and full-day wedding packages include planning, delivery, setup, teardown, a dedicated on-site sound engineer, DJing, MC announcements, music coordination, and dance-floor or ambient lighting for the listed coverage window.