Wedding AV mistakes to avoid!
Your wedding day is one of the most important events of your life, and audiovisual production plays a huge role in how it feels, looks and flows. From crystal-clear vows to perfectly timed music and beautiful lighting, professional AV can elevate your celebration — but getting it wrong can create unnecessary stress and disruption.
At Bondi AV, we’ve worked on hundreds of luxury weddings across Sydney. Here are the most common wedding AV mistakes to avoid, and how to ensure your big day runs flawlessly.
1. Underestimating the Importance of Audio
One of the biggest mistakes couples make is assuming venue sound systems are “good enough.” If guests can’t hear your vows, speeches or announcements, those once‑in‑a‑lifetime moments are lost.
Avoid this by:
Using professional PA systems sized correctly for your ceremony and reception
Choosing discreet lapel or headset microphones for vows
Ensuring wireless microphones for speeches and MCs
Having an experienced audio technician on-site
Clear, reliable audio is non‑negotiable for weddings.
2. No Backup Plan for Outdoor Ceremonies
Outdoor weddings are beautiful — but wind, weather and ambient noise can wreak havoc without proper planning.
Common issues include:
Wind noise on microphones
Power interruptions
Poor speaker coverage across open spaces
Professional wedding AV includes weather‑rated equipment, wind protection, backup power and contingency planning.
3. Poor Lighting Choices
Lighting is often overlooked, yet it dramatically impacts atmosphere, photography and video.
Mistakes to avoid:
Relying solely on venue house lighting
Lighting that’s too harsh or too dim
No lighting for speeches, cake cutting or first dance
Well‑designed wedding lighting enhances emotion, highlights key moments and makes everything look stunning on camera.
4. Last‑Minute AV Decisions
Leaving AV decisions until the final weeks can limit options and increase stress.
Plan ahead to ensure:
Proper equipment availability
Time for site inspections
Coordinated run‑sheets with planners, bands and DJs
Smooth transitions between ceremony and reception
Early planning allows AV to seamlessly integrate into your wedding design.
5. Not Coordinating with Other Vendors
AV should work in harmony with your planner, celebrant, photographer, videographer and musicians.
Common issues:
Lighting interfering with photography
Audio clashing with live musicians
No clear cueing for entrances or speeches
Bondi AV works closely with all vendors to ensure perfect timing and execution.
6. Skipping Professional Equipment for Music & Entertainment
DIY speakers or consumer-grade gear often fall short for weddings, especially in larger or outdoor venues.
Professional AV ensures:
Balanced sound for bands or DJs
Smooth transitions between live music and playlists
Reliable wireless systems
Dancefloor energy without distortion
7. Forgetting the Guest Experience
AV isn’t just about equipment — it’s about how your guests experience the day.
Good wedding AV:
Ensures everyone can hear key moments
Creates an inviting, immersive atmosphere
Enhances emotional impact
Looks elegant and unobtrusive
Why Choose Bondi AV for Your Wedding?
Bondi AV specialises in high‑end wedding audiovisual production, combining premium equipment with refined design and experienced technicians. From intimate ceremonies to large luxury celebrations, we ensure every moment is heard, seen and felt.
Planning your wedding? Talk to Bondi AV about a tailored AV solution that complements your vision and delivers peace of mind.