Skills:
DJ: Vaughn is creative with the planning and playing of music. To Vaughn, being a DJ means being able to beatmix and "jockey" music in skillful ways others likely cannot duplicate. Not satisfied to simply press play on the next tune when the current one fades out, Vaughn will match the beats from song to song so dancers never stop doing their own dance step between songs. Vaughn is able to please many different audiences with experienced handling of music selections. He will "read the crowd" and utilize requests from his clients and their guests to present music that will work in each situation. He transitions smoothly from one genre to another by finding common musical elements. Vaughn endeavors to be inclusive. He has a broad knowledge of music, not just the most current popular tunes but also many decades and many styles. Vaughn is the first choice for those clients who may need Hindi/Indian & Arabic music. Not relying primarily on group dance songs or microphone over-hype, Vaughn invites people to the dancefloor with good music.

Music:
Vaughn will develop a music plan based on your input for each segment of your event. His preparation surpasses other DJs who play the same music at every event. Doing this homework before the event assures continuous good music, a sensible song order and a pleasing flow.

Vaughn's own music collection spans from 2008 back to the 1930s and includes far too many genres and titles to list. Vaughn plays from digital formats primarily using MP3s but also capable of playing CDs (he also did spin vinyl in the past) Vaughn is familiar with many genres such as: top 40, pop, modern rock, classic rock, oldies, jazz, swing, classic vocalist, disco, r&b, hip hop, reggae, breakbeat, house, industrial, drums&bass, trip hop, Lounge... plus he is very capable with ethnic and world music such as: Irish trad. Latin (salsa, merengue, cha-cha, bachata, reggaeton), Indian (bhangra), Middle Eastern, Greek and Brasilian music.
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Audio Equipment:
With the right equipment for any situation, Vaughn can entertain small events of under 50 people or large events of over 500 people. Vaughn always comes with backup equipment to every location. Vaughn owns many different kinds of speakers. He is capable of setting up independent sound systems in multiple rooms such as for a ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing all in separate areas. Extra consideration is given to equipment choice and speaker placement for best results at each venue. Vaughn does many ceremonies and carries a battery powered unit for outdoor PA, the Megavox Pro. Working hard to provide excellent sound quality with volume at appropriate levels along with even dispersion and good room coverage is his priority.

Vaughn's utilizes post CD technology:
PCDJ Red and Traktor 3 Software
Lenovo T60p Laptop
(Intel Core2 T7200 CPU @2.0Ghz 2.0GB RAM @997 Mhz XP)
HP Pavilion dv6500 Laptop
(AMD Turion X2 TL-58 CPU @1.9Ghz 2.0GB RAM Vista)
Iomega External Hard Drives for MP3 storage
M-Audio FastTrack Pro USB audio/midi interface
Vestax VCI-100 midi controller

Amplifiers: Crest and QSC and Yorkville
My Console: Stanton RM-80 mixer, Stanton S-650 Mk II CD players
Microphones: wireless Shure handheld, Samson headset & lapel mics
Sound Processing: BBE Maxcom Compressor-Sonic Maximizer,
Aphex 204 Aural Exciter, DBX 223 Electronic crossover, DBX 266XL Compressor/Limiter/Gate, ART PS 4x4Pro Power Conditioners, plus hundreds of feet of speaker cable and power cords to run sound anywhere it is needed.

Lighting:
Effects are chosen as best suited to each event, usually one or two for weddings.

* Fluorescent TriStars (wash room in colors that change to the beat)
* black lights (cause white wedding gowns to glow)
* mirror ball with pin spots (slow dance mood enhancer)
* strobe techs (emit changing patterns and colors in unison)
* Derby effects (emit moving beams of color)
* Strobe Lights (flash white strobe)
* Sparkle effects (emit rotating white beams)
* Am.DJ Image 250 (image projector)
* Martin Ego 3 (kaleidoscope effect)

* NSI MC7008 16 channel control board
* NSI ND4600 NSI dimmer packs
* 300 watt colored par 64 cans provide uplighting
* Martin PR-1 gobo monogram projector, Apollo custom made gobos

NEW! Add uplighting or monogram to your event!

Customer Assurance:
Vaughn offers prompt preliminary meetings at locations which are accommodating to each client.
With many varied experiences in music performance and a degree in music
(BA Music Anderson University) Vaughn is well-rounded enough to handle almost any kind of event. His approach is formal but fun, involved but not overbearing. Vaughn will keep the focus on the music and the reason for the celebration and won't try to steal the spotlight. Working hard is no problem for Vaughn who takes on challenging and demanding jobs without reservation. His best possible effort will be made to provide quality service and ensure a successful and memorable event.