DJ Ben/ Benz Jamz

$100/hour

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About

So glad to be on Thumbtack. I've met a lot of nice customers over the years. I have done more than 150 weddings and also many parties. Would love to help you with your event. Happy to work with a playlist that you provide. Thanks so much!

Overview

Hired 211 times

Serves Santa Maria, CA

Background checked

1 employee

9 years in business

Business hours

Sun8:00 am - 11:59 pmMon8:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, and Venmo.

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Services offered

Event type

MC Style

Formal

Casual

Lighting

Customer will need MC to provide lighting

Projects and media

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.

Excellent 4.9

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Kayla L.

Sep 22, 2025

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Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • 51 or older • Pop • Hip-hop / Rap • Country • Oldies • Home • MC services

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Sofia E.

Aug 16, 2025

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Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • 51 or older • 12 years old or younger • 13 - 17 years old • 18 - 30 years old • 31 - 50 years old • Oldies • 80s • Outdoor venue • MC services

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Jennifer G.

2 weeks ago

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DJ Ben was an incredible find! He was responsive from my first request for an estimate. We communicated frequently up to the date of my son’s wedding reception. I connected him with my son and his fiancée to discuss the details and they had the same positive experience. The day of the event DJ Ben was there waiting for us and extremely accommodating. He helped create a memorable day and celebration for our son and his bride. I would definitely call on DJ Ben if we had another in the Santa Barbara area. Thank you so much! 😊

Details: Wedding • 25 - 49 guests • 31 - 50 years old • Rock • Oldies • Latin • R&B / soul • Banquet hall or ballroom • MC services

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Gabriel N.

Jan 12, 2026

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DJ Ben was the best! He played great music, was professional and responsive. He was a great addition to our special day and we’ll definitely hire him for our next event.

Details: Birthday party • 25 - 49 guests • 31 - 50 years old • 13 - 17 years old • 12 years old or younger • 18 - 30 years old • Pop • Hip-hop / Rap • Top 40 • Latin • R&B / soul • Oldies • Outdoor venue

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Hayley T.

Nov 11, 2025

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Ben was great. He was very open to all input and carried out exactly what we asked of him. When we wanted to change up the vibe on the dance floor he was quick to do so! No hiccups at all!

Details: Wedding • 200 - 250 guests • 18 - 30 years old • 51 or older • 31 - 50 years old • Pop • Rock • Oldies • Top 40 • 80s • R&B / soul • Funk / disco • Outdoor venue

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Credentials

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Benjamin Heighes

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I am usually 100.00 an hour however I do offer some special deals and will try to work within your budget.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always like to meet face to face and have them pick out the music they want to hear.. I do offer suggestions.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have been on the radio for more than 25 years and have been a live DJ for the past several years.. I have done over 25 events including weddings, backyard parties, quincineras and more.