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by **Quai34** » 02 Jul 2015, 12:10

Hi all,
We are a 6 members band, me on keys, two guitarists, a drummer, a singer and a bass. We are starting to have more requests, then, I would like to know how much would,you ask/clients willing to pay, for a 2.5 hours gig, 2 set of 12/13 songs or 3.5 hours, 3 sets of 12 songs plus 2 Encore = 40 songs?
We provide full front PA, 7 mics Forrest drums, 6 pieces drum kit, guitar, bass, guitar amp, bass amp, snake/16 channels mixer and 6 Aux send with 4 wedges and two side fill monitors....and my keys, see my descrtion...
Just let me know
Sincerely

by **Berretje** » 02 Jul 2015, 12:54

Hi Quai,

This is very hard to compare since you have several variables: quality of performance/playing, selection of songs, etc.

I play in 2 bands (both 10 persons) and we ask about €1200,- for a 3-set gig.

Gr
Bart

by **shark** » 02 Jul 2015, 13:02

In three bands at the moment (5/6/7 members).
From as low as €300 to up to €1200 depending on how much material we have to schlepp and the size of the venue. Sometimes we just charge an entry fee (€5 to 6 per person) in bars. Bear in mind that the city I live in is not very receptive to live bands unfortunately...

by **Marlowes** » 02 Jul 2015, 13:31

Hej Quai!

My brother-in-law: 700:-EUR for a vast array of old 50-60-70ies covers
one night, 2-3 sets at least
2 guys on vocals & guitars, drums+bass+keys on mp3, they bring PA and all they need

/Vänligen
Michael in Scania

by **maxpiano** » 02 Jul 2015, 13:56

You cannot compare this across different countries having different currencies and/or cost of living indexes....

by **Marlowes** » 02 Jul 2015, 13:59

Yes, Maxpiano - a very good comment! Thanks! :thumbup:

Could we recalculate in BigMac/Tall Latte/iPod/Billy index, anyone?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Mac_Index

/Vänligen
Michael in Scania

by **maxpiano** » 02 Jul 2015, 14:24

Marlowes wrote:Yes, Maxpiano - a very good comment! Thanks!

Could we recalculate in BigMac/Tall Latte/iPod/Billy index, anyone?
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Big_Mac_Index

/Vänligen
Michael in Scania

by **Spider** » 02 Jul 2015, 14:36

Marlowes wrote:Could we recalculate in BigMac/Tall Latte/iPod/Billy index, anyone?

my absolute favourite one is the Poang index
8-)

back in topic, yes I don't think it's really possible to compare different countries and currencies, or even different cities!
I'm pretty sure gigging musicians in Manhattan make different money from musicians in Hopatcong NJ...

You should check the average money that bands charge in your local scene, and adjust your fees accordng to your specific band size, equipment you provide, musical genre, duration/quality of the show, number of people you're able to attract...

by **Quai34** » 02 Jul 2015, 17:33

But that's give me an idea, we were thinking to ask around 1200$, I know the rate, different cost of living etc...I was a professor in economy then I have all the ratio to compare in my head....so, thanks a lot anyway....

by **Six-string-man** » 05 Jul 2015, 14:44

Wow!!!! I can't believe what some of you guys are charging. North East of England, band supplies all the kit. Guitarist, drummer, keyboard player/second guitar, bassist, lead singer (5 people), 2 x 45 minute sets, £250 - £350. This is the going rate.

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