WHO WE ARE
A WORD FROM YOUR DJ
The idea is simple. Outstanding service combined with great music creates unforgettable events.
My name is Jason, and I love what I do. Time and again, I’ve been reminded that music and a skilled DJ are crucial to making in making an event successful. That’s why I consider every event a privilege. And the idea that in some way, I contributed to someone’s happiness during one of life’s memorable moments is what drives my passion.
At Salt City Sound Machine, we offer a collaborative, easy-to-follow process that ensures the songs that are played at your event reflect your unique style and vision. From song selections and emceeing, to keeping the dance floor packed and facilitating those extra-special touches, we work with you to create an event that’s truly yours. With years of experience and a passion for creating extraordinary events, feel free to check out all of what Salt City Sound Machine has to offer.
So let us be the soundtrack to your walk down the aisle. Let us create the atmosphere that makes your event memorable. And let us provide the fuel that lets you dominate the dance floor.
Jason Paussa
Owner – Salt City Sound Machine
WHAT WE DO
WHERE WE'VE BEEN
290 VENUES
158 Cities & Towns
8 STATES
290 Venues
158 Cities & Towns
8 States
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
Latest reviews from Google
Posted June 2026
It’s always great working with Salt City Sound Machine! They are easy to communicate with, keep the timeline moving, and bring such a fun energy to every wedding. We love having them at The Lincoln Loft and would happily recommend them to any couple!
The Lincoln Loft & Studio Team
Posted June 2026
Jason was phenomenal! He kept our guests dancing the whole night and always kept the vibes moving. He suggested the weirdest and most perfect last song. I felt like we were in such good hands all night. Can’t say enough good things about this DJ!
Amelia B.
Posted June 2026
We couldn't have asked for a better DJ (and officiant) for our wedding! Jason is incredibly fun and easy to work with, while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Our ceremony was beautiful, music was perfect, and he kept everyone dancing at the reception. Can't recommend him enough!!
Elizabeth S.
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Latest Reviews from WeddingWire
Posted June 2026
Nothing less than Fantastic 😉
I had known the owner prior from his previous DJ employment and I told my fiancé he was my favorite for a reason and Jason would do an excellent job. Needless to say, I was not wrong, and he made our wedding day absolutely unforgettable. Our ceremony was a little unorthodox, and he adapted as the officiant without hesitation. He kept our guests on their feet the entire evening. The only times the floor was open was when we all sat to catch out breath! He was incredibly flexible while also keeping us on track and able to focus on having fun. Then he also surprised us with additional services we had not expected. His pricing was generous and honestly he's a steal for the work he does. The man does not quit! Thanks again, Jason.
Mathew J.
Posted November 2025
Absolutely Love!
Jason was our DJ, and he totally kept everyone on the dance floor all night! From the very beginning, he was so easy to work with and made the entire planning process a breeze. The music, transitions, and the vibe was great! Definitely check him out if you’re looking for a DJ
Hannah R.
Posted October 2025
The best!
Jason at Salt City Sound Machine is the absolute BEST!! He did our ceremony and reception and we couldn’t be happier with everything he did! He is so personable and so fun and really tailors his work to each specific couple and their vibes! We even had last minute changes/additions and Jason was so accommodating to make all dreams a reality! We highly recommend Jason at Salt City Sound Machine for any event!
Jordan F.
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Latest Reviews from The Knot
Posted July 2026
Jason was wonderful from beginning to end! He is very organized and meets with you way before your wedding and goes over everything and hands you a song packet right from the beginning. He has strong communication skills, he keeps the party going from start to finish, he brings his own speaker to get the party going early, he tears everything down/ sets up the day of the wedding, he takes song requests , and he’ll value if you don’t want certain songs played! He’s really wonderful to work with!
Kara J.
Posted March 2026
Jason did a great job DJing our wedding! The whole process was easy and organized. He made sure we knew we had as much input in musical selections as we wanted, but he was also there to offer guidance and suggestions when needed. He kept everyone dancing at our reception and shared some wonderful videos and photos with us after. I would certainly recommend him to others looking for a great DJ for their event.
Jenna B.
Posted October 2025
If you’re looking for a DJ that can handle everything Jason is your guy. He did our ceremony and reception for our wedding. We honestly could not have asked for anything more. Any questions we had were immediately answered and any last minute changes were set into place. He made the night run smooth and is very organized. He kept the crowd on the dance floor and everyone had a great time.
Christine L.
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Latest Reviews from Facebook
Posted July 2026
He's all right for a ginger! 😆 In all seriousness, he's an awesome DJ!
Christa E.
Posted December 2025
We had an amazing experience with Jason! He was professional, easy to work with, and kept the dance floor packed all night. The music was perfect and so many of our guests commented on how great he was. We couldn’t have asked for better!
Erin E.
Posted October 2025
Jason did an amazing job for our wedding ceremony and reception.I am so thankful for him he made the whole night flow smoothly. You know you have a great dj when the dance floor is full the whole night. He definitely knows how to keep the party going. He listened to what we wanted and made sure everything came together. We also love all the little extra touches he made to make our day perfect.I can’t thank him enough.
Christine B.
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Latest reviews from Google
Latest reviews from WeddingWire
Latest reviews from The Knot
Latest reviews from Facebook
WHAT DO YOU WANNA KNOW?
FAQ
Booking
What does it take to book?
Booking requires two components: a signed contract and a down payment. When the contract is signed and the down payment is received, your event’s date is locked in.
What if I'm from out of town, can we still book if we're not there in person?
Absolutely, we can do it all online, no problem.
Do you also accept online payments for down payment?
Yes, Venmo and Paypal are totally fine.
How far out do you book?
It varies, but generally, SCSM gets inquiries a year to a year and a half in advance. Sometimes, people can find holes in the schedule and book as soon as a few months out, but the calendar fills up quickly, so that might not always be an option
I'm not sure if I want to book, can we meet in person or online to ask further questions?
Yes we can. I want my clients to have all the information they need before they decide to book. That’s why I offer a free consultation
Do you subcontract?
No chance, Lance. If you talk with Salt City Sound Machine, you get Salt City Sound Machine. We love what we do, why let someone else have all the fun?
I'm booking a wedding, but I don't know what songs I want yet, can/should I still book?
Yes and yes. We don’t talk music until about a month before the wedding. Take your time and choose the right music for you.
Ok, I've booked Salt City Sound Machine, what's next?
For weddings, the next step is that you will receive a Music Selection Packet, then about a month before the wedding, we will have a meeting where we’ll talk music and create a timeline.
For parties/schools, SCSM will reach out before the event to get any details, requests, etc that might be needed
Do you require anything?
Just a table, a chair, and standard access to power.
Performance
Do you do ceremonies?
Yes. Salt City Sound Machine usually provides 3 types of service for ceremonies:
1. Music – Typically for guests seated before the ceremony (Prelude), then down the aisle (Processional & Bridal Processional) and back up the aisle (Recessional).
2. Microphones for those who need it.. officiants, readers, and sometimes the brides and grooms themselves.
3. Officiant services. SCSM can marry you!
You can officiate? How do you play music and officiate at the same time?
We have our secrets, let’s just say, technology is our friend sometimes.
My ceremony or cocktail hour is in a different area of the venue, is that a problem?
Not at all. SCSM has specifically chosen equipment for their flexibility and mobility. It’s a seamless and quick transition from place to place with minimal set up gaps.
What about Emceeing?
SCSM loves to rock a microphone when it’s appropriate, so emceeing is included.
Do you take requests?
There are no problem taking requests. But ultimately, it’s up to you. Some people are ok with guest requests, some people aren’t. If you are ok with them, we’ll take them. If not, we won’t.
If you don't have something, can I still request it?
Yes, as long as there is a digital version of the song, it should be able to be downloaded. And song downloads are also included in the price.
Anything else I should know?
Well along with playing music and getting the dance floor hot, we are also hands on with other aspects of the reception. That includes getting people lined and paired up for intros, letting speakers know how to use the mic correctly, making sure people are in place for things like cake cutting.. basically making sure the trains run on time.
Other
How much music do you have?
A whole bunch. It hasn’t been quantified.
You can officiate? How do you play music and officiate at the same time?
We have our secrets, let’s just say, technology is our friend sometimes.
I have a song I want for my event, but I don't like a certain part. Can you edit?
That’s not a problem at all.
How soon before my event will you arrive?
1 – 1 1/2 hours before the contracted start time.
Are you insured?
100% insured.
Are you LGBTQIA+ friendly?
Absolutely. Love is love! Let’s just all have some fun!
Booking
What does it take to book?
Booking requires two components: a signed contract and a down payment.
When the contract is signed and the down payment is received, your event’s date is locked in.
What if I'm from out of town, can we still book if we're not there in person?
Absolutely, we can do it all online, no problem.
How far out do you book?
It varies, but generally, SCSM gets inquiries a year to a year and a half in advance.
Sometimes, people can find holes in the schedule and book as soon as a few months out, but the calendar fills up quickly, so that might not always be an option.
Do you also accept online payments for down payment?
Yes, Venmo and Paypal are totally fine.
I'm not sure if I want to book, can we meet in person or online to ask further questions?
Yes we can. I want my clients to have all the information they need before they decide to book.
That’s why I offer a free consultation.
Do you sub contract?
No chance, Lance. If you talk with Salt City Sound Machine, you get Salt City Sound Machine.
We love what we do, why let someone else have all the fun?
I'm booking a wedding, but I don't know what song I want yet, can or should I still book?
Yes and yes. We don’t talk music until about a month before the wedding.
Take your time and choose the right music for you.
Ok, I've booked Salt City Sound Machine, what's next?
For weddings, the next step is that you will receive a Music Selection Packet, then about a month before the wedding, we will have a meeting where we’ll talk music and create a timeline.
For parties or schools, SCSM will reach out before the event to get any details, requests, etc that might be needed.
Do you require anything?
Just a table, a chair, and standard access to power.
Performance
Do you do ceremonies?
Yes. Salt City Sound Machine usually provides 3 types of service for ceremonies:
1. Music – Typically for guests seated before the ceremony (Prelude), then down the aisle (Processional & Bridal Processional) and back up the aisle (Recessional).
2. Microphones for those who need it… officiants, readers, and sometimes the brides and grooms themselves.
3. Officiant services. SCSM can marry you!
You can officiate? How do you play music & officiate at the same time?
We have our secrets, let’s just say, technology is our friend sometimes.
My ceremony or cocktail hour is in a different area of the venue, is that a problem?
Not at all. SCSM has specifically chosen equipment for their flexibility and mobility.
It’s a seamless and quick transition from place to place with minimal set up gaps.
What about Emceeing?
SCSM loves to rock a microphone when it’s appropriate, so emceeing is included.
Do you take requests?
There are no problems taking requests. But ultimately, it’s up to you.
Some people are ok with guest requests, some people aren’t. If you are ok with them, we’ll take them. If not, we won’t.
If you don't have something, can I still request it?
Yes, as long as there is a digital version of the song, it should be able to be downloaded.
Song downloads are also included.
Anything else I should know?
Well, along with playing music and getting the dance floor hot, we are also hands-on with other aspects of the reception.
That includes getting people lined and paired up for intros, letting speakers know how to use the mic correctly, making sure people are in place for things like cake cutting… basically making sure the trains run on time.
Other
How much music do you have?
A whole bunch. It hasn’t been quantified.
I have a song I want for my event, but I don't like a certain part. Can you edit?
That’s not a problem at all.
How soon before my event will you arrive?
1 – 1 1/2 hours before the contracted start time.
Are you insured?
100% insured.
Are you LGBTQIA+ friendly?
Absolutely. Love is love! Let’s just all have some fun!
