Logistics
What if it rains?
Electronics and wet weather don't mix. If rain is in the forecast on your event day, we'll work with you to reschedule or cancel, whichever you prefer. (Tents are provided for every outdoor event regardless of weather, but heavy rain still puts the gear at risk, so we always play it safe.)
What kind of power do you need?
For indoor events, a standard 110V outlet within about 25 feet of the setup area. For outdoor events, we bring our own inverter, so no power source is required on your end. We also provide the tents for every outdoor event: a 10×20 ft covered control room and a 10×10 ft vocal booth, so you don't need to supply your own coverage.
Do you need Wi-Fi?
Nope. Everything runs locally on our equipment. No internet needed.
How far do you travel?
We serve the San Francisco Bay Area. For events beyond, contact us for availability and travel pricing.
What days do you book?
Saturdays and Sundays. We book weekends only so every event gets our full focus and setup isn't rushed. If you have a weekday event you're hoping to schedule, feel free to reach out anyway and we'll see what we can do.
The Experience
How many guests can make a track?
Everyone who wants to. Creating an original instrumental typically takes 20 to 30 minutes per session, including drums, melody, and arrangement. Adding vocals takes another 10 minutes or so. The vocal booth comfortably fits up to two people at a time, so duets and collaborations are welcome. A typical booking fits plenty of sessions. Mix and match as you like.
Can guests create music with no experience?
That's exactly who this is designed for. A producer sits with every guest and walks them through the pads, the sounds, and the arrangement. Guests point at what they want, we help them make it. By the end, they've built a beat they're proud of. No prior music knowledge required.
Can guests record vocals, covers, or freestyles too?
Anything they want. Once the beat is right, they can lay a rap verse, sing a hook, record a message, freestyle, do a group take. Or skip vocals entirely and just take the beat home. It's their track, their call.
Do you have beats ready to go, or do we always build from scratch?
Both. We bring a library of instrumentals across every genre for guests who want to jump straight to vocals, plus the Akai MPC for creating original music from the ground up and an electric guitar for live tracking. Guests can also bring their own instrumentals on a USB drive or phone.
Is this kid-friendly?
Absolutely. We keep the experience age-appropriate and guide younger creators through the music-making process. Birthday parties are one of our most popular booking types.
Your Track
What format are the files?
High-quality WAV and MP3 files. They play anywhere: phones, streaming apps, stereos, home speakers.
Can we share or release our tracks publicly?
Yes, absolutely. You own 100% of every recording. Post to social media, release on Spotify, keep it private, your call. No rights retained by The Mobile Star.
