07/10/2025
Questions to ask your venue - Sound Limits
Many venues have a limit to the sound which can be measured away from the venue as part of their licensing rules and in some instance they have to regulate this quite hard to protect their license and their ability to trade.
It is important to understand this when selecting your venue and make sure that you and your guests aren't left with any nasty surprises if the party gets too loud.
Venues may use many different systems to help to mitigate any sound based license conditions;
One of the oldest systems which is still in use is an electronic system which shuts off the power if the party gets too loud. It is important to realise when these systems are encountered that they monitor the room volume as a whole and not just the volume of the band or disco, so if your guests are shouting and having a great time then this can also effect the system. When the power goes off, it can take some time to reset which can put a damper on the evening.
Some venues use a "Sound ceiling" or a similar limited system which can be limited by the staff at the venue. These are more adaptable systems, but it is important that a qualified user is in place for the party or the limit may be unusable.
There are many other types of limiting system with too many to go into a vast detail here, but it is important to know from your venue if they have a system in place and what realistic levels is it set to. If in doubt, get advise from other people who have been to parties at the venue or even from your DJ or band as they may recognise the venue in question.
Remember, limiting systems are not the enemy to having a great party as long as you are well informed and can make an informed choice.
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