The Night
They Remember
WEDDING SERVICES
From the ceremony to the final song of the night, MX Productions brings experienced wedding DJ and MC service to weddings throughout Lake Placid and the Adirondacks.
MX Productions, since 2015
Adirondack Wedding DJ and Emcee
Why Receptions Lose Momentum
A great reception is about more than choosing great music. Timing, communication, and sound all work together to keep the evening feeling natural and enjoyable.
Dinner may take a little longer than expected, toasts can shift by a few minutes, and the dance floor is sometimes ready just as another formality needs to happen. Good coordination keeps those moments from competing with one another, while well-balanced sound keeps guests comfortable and engaged.
With MX Productions, the person handling the music is also helping coordinate the flow of the reception. That makes it easier to stay in touch with your venue, caterer, photographer, and other vendors as the evening develops.
Included with every wedding
Master of Ceremonies Services, Included as Standard
Master of ceremonies service is included with every wedding we book. Introductions, announcements, and coordination are a core part of what we do, and they come with the music at no added charge.
When it is done well, most of the coordination happens quietly in the background. Guests know what is happening, the microphone is ready before the toast begins, and your vendors have the information they need at the right time.
Our emcee style is warm and clear. We make the announcements your guests need without turning your reception into a show about the DJ.
Planning for the setting
Technical Considerations Specific to Adirondack Venues
Adirondack wedding venues are beautiful precisely because they are different from a conventional ballroom. Lakesides, tents, barns, lodges, and historic spaces each bring their own character, along with their own sound and setup considerations.
Open air disperses sound
At a lakeside ceremony, sound behaves very differently than it does indoors. Careful speaker placement and coverage help make sure guests in the back can hear the vows just as clearly as those seated up front.
Tents are not enclosed rooms
Tented receptions change as the evening develops. Sidewalls may go up or down, guests fill the space, and catering activity adds another layer of sound. The system is planned for the finished event rather than the empty tent during setup.
Electrical service cannot be assumed
Some of the most beautiful ceremony and tent locations in the region have limited electrical service. We check those details ahead of time so they do not become an event-day problem.
Conditions change rapidly
For outdoor events, we plan for changing weather before it becomes an issue. That includes knowing the alternate location, how long a move will take, and who will make the final call. A regional wedding planner has cited this preparation as a reason for recommending MX Productions.
A compact configuration preserves floor space
Our setup is intentionally compact, giving you strong sound without taking over valuable floor space. That matters in smaller rooms and is something planners regularly notice.
Guests are predominantly traveling
Many Adirondack weddings bring together guests who have traveled from different places and may be meeting for the first time. Giving the room time to settle in, connect, and build energy makes a real difference once the dancing begins.
What is included
Terms Stated in Advance
Every booking includes travel within 50 miles, the complete DJ setup, any music we need to add for your event, and full setup and removal. If you would like additional equipment or lighting, we will price it clearly before you book.
- Two JBL EON 615 powered loudspeakers
- Professional DJ playback with continuous mixing and no interval between selections
- Wireless handheld and lapel microphones
- Dance floor lighting
- A library exceeding 20,000 titles, with additional material acquired at no charge
- Master of ceremonies coverage for all announcements and formalities
- A written contract protecting both parties
- Continuous coverage with no interruption during the reception
Where we have performed
Wedding Venues Across the Region
MX Productions has provided wedding entertainment at many of the best-known venues in Lake Placid, Saranac Lake, and the wider Adirondack region, along with numerous private camps and lodges. If your venue is new to us, we can schedule a site visit well before the wedding so the setup is planned around the space.
Weddings take us across the North Country, from Wilmington, Keene, and Jay to Tupper Lake, Malone, and Plattsburgh.
Lake Placid
Whiteface LodgeWhiteface Club and ResortLake Placid LodgeGolden Arrow Lakeside ResortHigh Peaks ResortCrowne PlazaNorthwoods InnLake Placid Club Golf HouseLake Placid Conference CenterOlympic ArenaSmoke Signals Restaurant
Saranac Lake and
Tri-Lakes
Hotel SaranacAmpersand Bay ResortPaul Smith's CollegeTop RidgeNorth Country Community College
Wider region
Whiteface Mountain, WilmingtonTucker Farms, GabrielsMoody Tree Farm, GabrielsRustic Charm Event Barn, Fort CovingtonRainbow Banquet Hall, AltonaFern Lake LodgeAkwesasne Mohawk Casino, HogansburgPrivate camps and lodges
Beyond New York
Southern Vermont College, BenningtonDell-Lea Weddings and Events, Chichester, New Hampshire
Planning together
Availability Throughout the Planning Period
From your first inquiry through the final song of the evening, Max is available in person, by phone, text, or email. Clients regularly mention his responsiveness, and several have appreciated having venue-specific details identified early enough to adjust their plans.
How involved you want to be in the music is completely up to you. Some couples give us a detailed playlist and order, and others give us a sense of what they love and trust us to read the room. Either approach works, and your do-not-play selections are always respected.
Add to your DJ package
The Adirondack Selfie Mirror
The Adirondack Selfie Mirror is a full-length interactive magic mirror photo booth, available to guests throughout the reception. Clients consistently identify it afterward as among the most successful additions to their event.
The mirror is offered as an add-on to any DJ package and needs only one standard electrical outlet. Custom print artwork is prepared from details received at least 30 days before the wedding.
In their words
What Couples Say
Max is an absolutely amazing DJ/MC/Coordinator. He DJ'd our reception in January & exceeded our expectations from day one.
He played an excellent selection of music and really read the room.
Good to know
Wedding Questions
Do you provide a written contract?
Every booking is confirmed by written contract. The agreement protects both parties and sets out the schedule, the services included, and the expectations for the event.
How far in advance should we book?
Saturday dates between June and October are reserved first, often twelve to eighteen months in advance, and autumn foliage weekends are the earliest of all. Winter dates, weekdays, and Sunday dates are more often available at shorter notice. Inquiries about near-term dates are still worthwhile, because dates do become available.
Will you follow our music list and our do-not-play list?
Some couples supply a complete list to be played in a set order, and others leave the selection to us. Both approaches work well. Do-not-play selections are honored without exception, including when a guest requests them.
Do you take breaks during the reception?
Coverage is continuous. At a longer event there may be a brief absence during dinner service, but there is no interruption in coverage.
What is your plan for bad weather?
Every outdoor booking includes a contingency plan set in advance. The plan names the alternate location for sound, the time needed to move, and the person who makes the decision and when. Equipment is protected at the first sign of rain.
How far will you travel?
Travel is included within 50 miles of Lake Placid, New York. Weddings beyond that distance are accepted regularly, including in Vermont and New Hampshire, with travel quoted in advance.
Confirm Your Wedding Date
Send us your date and venue and we will get back to you about availability, usually the same day. If we are already booked, we will let you know promptly.