Not necessarily. With a silent disco, each set of headphones can switch between multiple channels (usually up to 3). This means one group might be singing along to 80s classics, while another enjoys house music, and another listens to indie rock — all on the same dance floor.

Silent disco hire prices vary depending on the number of headphones you need, the length of hire, and whether extras like lighting or DJ services are included. At The Silent Disco Guys, our hire packages start from just £75, making it an affordable option for small parties right through to large events with 100+ headphones. For an exact cost, it’s best to request a quote based on your event size and requirements.

The main drawback is that without headphones, the room is quiet — so if people take them off, they won’t hear the music. Some also worry about the hassle of charging headphones, but we pre-charge every set before sending them out, so they’re ready to go straight away. With everything included in our hire kits, silent discos are a simple, flexible and fun alternative to traditional sound systems.

The cost depends on how many headphones you need. A typical hire package includes headphones, transmitters, all necessary cables, and delivery/collection. Prices usually start from £75 for smaller parties and scale up depending on audience size. Many companies also offer discounts for weekend or multi-day hire.

The cheapest option is to hire a DIY silent disco kit rather than buying equipment outright. Hiring keeps costs down and gives you everything you need for a party at home, birthdays, or small gatherings. To save even more, you can choose a package with fewer channels — if you don’t need all 3 music channels playing at once, a 1- or 2-channel setup will usually be cheaper.

Silent parties are often cheaper than traditional discos because you don’t need to hire large speakers or worry about soundproofing. The price depends on the number of headphones, but for many events, silent disco hire offers great value compared to a full PA system.

Yes — silent discos are perfect for home parties. Because there’s no loudspeaker, you won’t disturb neighbours, and you can run multiple music channels at once. DIY silent disco hire kits make it easy: plug in your playlist, hand out the headphones, and start the party.

No. The transmitters connect directly to your music source (laptop, phone, DJ deck), and the signal is broadcast wirelessly to the headphones. No Wi-Fi is required.

Yes. Each transmitter can connect to a different music device, so you could run three separate playlists at the same time. Guests simply switch channels on their headphones.