Why Hire an Acoustic Duo?
If you are considering hiring a band or musicians for an event or a wedding then why not hire an acoustic duo?
Some advantages for hiring a duo are.
· Price
· Set Up and Space
· Weddings
· What Can I expect from an Acoustic Duo?
· Conclusion
Price
When hiring an Acoustic duo it will be less expensive than hiring a full band. The most popular choice is a vocalist and an acoustic guitarist and they are ideal for weddings and parties as they will have a large repertoire of songs from ballads to pop and rock to get those feet on the dance floor.
You will often find the guitarist will use a looping pedal which will create layers of sound giving the impression that there is more than just a duo performing.
Prices for an Acoustic Duo for a wedding reception would start at around £500 for 2 x 45 mins sets.
Set Up and Space
Another advantage is that it won’t take as long as a band would need to set up their equipment and perform a soundcheck. A space of around 2m x 2m would be sufficient for them to perform in.
Weddings
Acoustic duos are ideal for those intimate weddings. They can perform at the ceremony and then for the drinks reception providing background music and they also can sing those upbeat songs that will get guests on the dance floor for your evening reception. Being able to perform for different stages of your wedding day provides you with different options and you will get more for your budget than if you hired a band.
Many wedding venues have sound limiters in place which are set to a certain level (in decibels) and when the sound reaches the limit set it cuts of the music. These can be set from between 85db to 95db, but with an acoustic duo, this wouldn’t be a problem.
What Can I expect from an Acoustic Duo?
A duo is very flexible, and they can perform either 2 x 45 mins, 3 x 40 mins, or 2 x 60 mins whichever is most suitable for your event.
A Duo will provide the PA equipment and will provide public liability insurance and their equipment will be PAT tested.
They will have a large setlist covering many different genres and styles of music, making them not just suitable for weddings but corporate events and garden parties.
They will also provide the option of a DJ set in between their live music to keep the party going. If you are looking for a first dance request then they will learn your special song.
Conclusion
An Acoustic Duo which is generally an acoustic guitarist and vocalist will provide excellent entertainment for any occasion and have great flexibility, so why not book one for your next event and see for yourself.
