One of the biggest worries about corporate events or private parties is that their venue has a sound limiter and they’re unsure how this will effect the band they want to book.

It’s true that a sound limiter may limit the style of band or live music you can book BUT this is not always the case AND even with the strictest of limiters there are still lots of great options available!
We’ve provided the following simple guide to make sense of what a sound limiter is and how it may affect your choice of band or live music.
What is a sound limiter?

A sound limiter is an electrical device that measures the level of noise in a room. If the volume reaches a certain level the sound limiter can temporarily cut the power supply to the stage. Limiters are put in place mostly to reduce noise pollution and to help the venue avoid noise complaints from nearby residents. The levels can vary depending on your party or event venue so it is always a good idea to check with the venue before planning your party entertainment and even better, before booking the venue if the entertainment is going to be the priority.

What to do if the venue has a sound limiter in place?
Firstly, find out exactly what the limit is and if possible, what kind of limiter is in place. Some of the more intrusive limiters will cut off the power without warning and some work on a traffic light system to give an amber warning to the act before the limiter is triggered and some are just a hand held device that give a sound reading.

By finding out the limiter level, you can ensure that only suitable acts are suggested.