Coordination • Mixing • Creative Transitions
Toledo, Lima, Findlay, Port Clinton
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Jason Kent Sound and Lighting is a wedding DJ in Toledo, OH, who brings elite-level energy to your special day.
Discounts available for Military Service or Public Safety Personnel (yes, nurses too)!
If low-energy DJs have left you unimpressed, our team is exactly what you've been looking for. We're not for everyone—only for couples who want a packed dance floor and an elevated experience. Proof of work shown in the videos above.
With many of our bookings coming directly from venue/photographer referrals and referrals from past clients, Jason Kent Sound and Lighting is quickly becoming recognized as the premier wedding DJ service in Northwest Ohio. Our DJs have provided high-energy, high-class entertainment at over 1,000 weddings throughout the Toledo, Findlay, and Lima areas — creating unforgettable nights for couples who want more than just "music." We deliver a unique experience for unique couples who want to have fun and celebrate in style.
Our team brings unmatched experience from wedding receptions, nightclub residencies, the music industry, and Top 40 radio, combining professionalism with true performance energy.
What You'll Get With Us
🎧 Professional DJs who MC, mix seamlessly, and perform creative transitions between songs. Proof of work: Check out our IG.
🥂 Full reception coordination – guiding you, your guests, and your vendors smoothly through the night.
🎤 Professional announcements during formalities and creative crowd engagement during the party.
💼 An experienced, well-dressed, and polished DJ for every event (We even dress up for your ceremony).
🎙️ MC services with wireless microphones.
🔊 Premium sound system for crystal-clear audio and up-to-date modern DJ setups.
💡 Sound-activated dance lighting that enhances your dance floor.
📱 Free online guest request app – developed in-house just for you!
💰 No hidden fees (only travel costs may apply outside NW Ohio/SE Michigan).
💳 Easy online payments and exclusive digital planning tools, designed by our team.
📞 Fast, friendly communication – we're always just a text or call away. We'll meet/chat with you about a week before your wedding to go over music, timeline, and all other important details.
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Music Genres
African
Arabic
Bluegrass
Bollywood
Caribbean
Celtic
Classical
Country
Dance
Disco
Flamenco
Folk
Hip-Hop
Indian
Jazz
Klezmer
Latin
Mariachi
Persian
Polka
Pop
R&B
Rock
World Music
Music Services
MC Services
Recorded Music
Sound Equipment
Planning
Se Habla Español
Wedding Activities
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Ceremony
Reception
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
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- Jason KentOwner - Wedding DJHi, I’m Jason—DJ and owner of Jason Kent Sound & Lighting. I’ve spent more than 20 years immersed in music and over a decade specializing in weddings, turning unforgettable celebrations into what I do best. Although I graduated Cum Laude from the University of Findlay with a degree in Computer Science, music has always been at the center of my life. Long before weddings became my focus, I was producing tracks, collaborating with local artists, and releasing mixtapes that gained a strong regional following. That journey led to an internship with Toledo’s 92.5 KISS FM, where I created the theme for their “Kramer at Night” show. I’ve opened for major artists including Twista, The Ying Yang Twins, G-Unit, Jadakiss, CeeLo, and Trina, and my music has been featured on stations such as 92.5 KISS FM, 107.3 WJUC, Detroit’s WJLB, and Columbus’ Power 107. I’ve also had the chance to work with standout artists in the studio, including the late DJ Unk (“Walk It Out,” “Two Step”), and later produced the “5 O’Clock Rewind Remix” mixshow for 93.9 KISS FM in Lima with DJ Old Skool. Wedding entertainment is in my blood—my father spent more than 25 years DJing weddings, and I grew up learning the art of reading a room, keeping guests engaged, and creating moments people remember. Today, I blend that foundation with a modern, polished approach: seamless coordination, incredible sound, intentional mixing, and a focus on making your reception run smoothly so you can truly enjoy your night. I’m proud of the team standing with me. Each DJ I bring on isn’t just talented—they’re people I’ve known personally for years and artists I admire. I only work with DJs whose skill pushes me to be better, which means you get a level of professionalism and performance I’m confident you'll love. My goal is simple: deliver an elevated, stress-free experience where the music feels personal, the transitions are flawless, and your dance floor stays full from start to finish.
- DJ Josh (Smooth) DiazWedding DJJosh—known by many as DJ Smooth—is one of our most in-demand DJs, and for good reason. He started his journey at just 15, learning directly from his father and growing up immersed in the craft. That early foundation gave him a natural instinct for performing that shows every time he steps behind the decks. Over the years, Josh has brought his sound to college events, clubs, weddings, and high-energy parties of all sizes. He’s held multiple residencies throughout the Toledo and Findlay areas and even served as the official DJ for Tiffin University’s football program. What makes Josh exceptional is his combination of precision mixing, creative scratching, and a remarkable feel for timing. He knows when to elevate a moment, when to drop the perfect track, and when to simply let a meaningful moment breathe—whether that’s a first dance or a packed floor waiting for the next beat. With well over a decade of experience, Josh offers a blend of technical ability, professionalism, and stage presence that’s rare to find. When DJ Smooth is running the show, the result is always the same: a smooth, high-energy, unforgettable experience.
- DJ Taj CallahanWedding DJTaj—professionally known as DJ Sabotaj—is another one of our most sought-after DJs, celebrated for his unmatched energy, versatility, and ability to command any room he steps into. He’s gained major recognition as Dave Chappelle’s preferred DJ for private events in Ohio and is currently a finalist in LimaOhio.com’s 2025 “Best of Region” DJ awards. Taj’s DJ journey began back in 2003. He first made his mark in bars and nightclubs before expanding into weddings, corporate events, and large-scale parties. His skill and commitment to the craft even earned him a feature in The Lima News segment, “Spinning the Platters.” What makes Taj stand out is his extraordinary musical range — effortlessly navigating everything from classical and rock to hip-hop, EDM, and beyond. His genre-blending style keeps guests engaged and dance floors packed. During lockdown, he brought that same energy online, growing a dedicated community on Twitch through his interactive live sets. Whether he’s curating an elegant wedding soundtrack or delivering high-impact mixes for exclusive events, DJ Sabotaj has a rare ability to read the crowd, set the vibe, and create an experience that’s as polished as it is unforgettable.
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5.0
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The DJ team was praised for excellent communication, professionalism, and flexibility, making planning easy even from afar. They played requested songs precisely, created custom mixes, and used seamless mixing and lighting to keep energy high and the dance floor full. Highly recommended for weddings.Megan L
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5.0
5/16/2026
Jason was a social media find, and a great one at that!
We planned our wedding from almost 300 miles away and he was always available to answer questions, provide recommendations, ...
and help us understand the process.
I asked for a specific vibe at the reception and he did not disappoint! He kept the vibes high all night, listened to all our suggestions, and was very flexible during the reception as well when we flexed things on the fly. A true professional that takes pride in his work. 12/10 recommend.
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 05/19/2026
Thanks so much Megan!!! Definitely means a lot! Your guests were awesome and you and Toby ...
were so easy to work with!
Madison K
5.0
2/04/2026
Jason was easily one of our favorite vendors to work with for our wedding. Communication was seamless before and during our wedding day. The music selection and arrangements were e...
xactly what we hoped for, and kept people on the dance floor all night long. Not to mention he was one of the first to arrive and the last to leave. Thanks, Jason!
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Sarah J
5.0
11/02/2025
We had the best experience with Jason Kent Sound and Lighting as our wedding and reception DJ. He was so friendly, professional, communicative, and easy to work with from start to ...
finish. He made sure to play every single song I requested and mixed them perfectly. If you like very specific music, you can 100% trust that he will play everything you love and not have to worry about music being played you don’t really like. You can tell he really cares about making the night special and keeping the energy up. He put so much hard work into our special day and listened to everything that I really wanted. 100% recommend him for any wedding!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 11/02/2025
Thank you so much Sarah!!!
Mackenzie M
5.0
9/05/2025
Jason Kent Sound and Lighting was incredible to work with! Jason went above and beyond to create a custom mix for our processional, making that moment even more special. He kept th...
e energy high throughout the reception and had everyone on the dance floor all night. We received so many compliments from our guests about how amazing the music was. Jason’s professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to read the crowd made our wedding unforgettable—we couldn’t recommend him more!
Kacey R
5.0
7/22/2025
Josh was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day! From the moment we started working with him, he made the entire process so smooth and stress-free. He truly listened...
to what we wanted and delivered beyond our expectations.
The music was perfect, he seamlessly blended different genres throughout the night to keep the energy high and the dance floor packed. Our guests ranged in age, and everyone had something to enjoy. He even made a point to check in with us multiple times throughout the evening to make sure we were happy and having fun, which meant so much.
Josh also collaborated with our photographer to create fun, memorable moments that really stood out. We've received so many compliments from guests about how great our DJ was. If you're looking for someone professional, fun, and genuinely passionate about making your wedding amazing, Josh and Jason are it. We can’t recommend them enough!
Chloe S
5.0
10/26/2024
Jason was one of the stand out vendors from our wedding this month. He was incredibly easy to book and work with leading up to the day. At the wedding, his set up was very clean an...
d professional — the lighting and booth looked so expensive! I was also so happy with his music choices throughout the night. He played our playlist song for song and filled in the rest with music everyone really enjoyed, fitting the vibe perfectly. Not to mention, he is the only wedding dj I have ever experienced who can actually mix music, transitioning songs in such a fun and upbeat way. Can’t recommend enough!
Marina K
5.0
12/08/2022
He did a great job at our October wedding and our guests loved the mix up he did with the garter toss!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 12/08/2022
Thanks so much Marina! I'm so happy your guests had fun!
Kelsey H
5.0
11/23/2019
Jason did an amazing job providing the music for our ceremony and reception! I have had several wedding guests ask about him because he is just awesome at what he does. Even my pho...
tographer told me that she attends weddings almost every weekend, and he is one of the top DJs that she has ever encountered. If you are looking for a DJ that will make your wedding vision happen, Jason is hands down the best!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 11/25/2019
Thank you so much for letting me DJ Kelsey!!! I really appreciate it!
Lexi B
5.0
10/08/2019
Jason and his team are AMAZING. seriously top notch, professional and a lot of fun. We had Nate as our DJ and was phenominal. They were very easy to get in touch with and answered ...
every question we had. They also are affordable for their level of skill they have at spinning music, directing the night and setting the energy of the event. TOP NOTCH. We were extremely impressed and so was pur guests!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 10/09/2019
Thank you so much Lexi!! I'm glad Nate was able to entertain and keep the party going! :)
Kimberly T
5.0
8/31/2019
Jason was a great DJ for our wedding! He was easy to work with, fast to respond to emails or texts, and we loved his website! It was great to be able to fill out things electronica...
lly and pick our highlight songs ahead of time. He helped us pick out a few that we were unsure of. We got a lot of positive feedback from our friends and family about him! Would definitely recommend to others.
Lindsey I
5.0
8/11/2019
Jason was very responsive to all emails and text. Played perfect dancing music and kept the night going. Everyone enjoyed him as the DJ of our wedding. Much recommended!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 08/12/2019
Thanks Lindsey!! I had a lot of fun!
Emanuele S
5.0
6/16/2019
Jason was an awesome DJ for our wedding. He knows how to gauge a crowd and create a fun atmosphere! We got married on 06/14/19 and so far we got nothing but great compliments on ho...
w great the music he played was and the quality of sound as well. Jason- thank you for making our day a very special one!
Loren C
5.0
5/18/2019
This service went above and beyond our expectations! Charles was the DJ we were assigned to, and boy did we he the jackpot with him!! He charmed both us and our guests, as they’ve ...
continued to rave about him weeks later. He also was extremely helpful in last minute changes in ceremony venue due to rain (on a 0% chance of rain day.) and helped keep me calm when I was 2 seconds away from crying. The service itself is also pretty cool because you get your own site with them to enter and keep all the music you are wanting played together. HIGHLY recommend!!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 05/21/2019
Hi Lauren! I passed this on to Charles! Thank you for everything!
Chrissy W
5.0
12/23/2018
Jason was awesome! Very friendly and plays for the crowd. Definitely recommend Jason for any of your events big or small.
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 01/02/2019
Thanks Chrissy, I definitely appreciated it!
Richard S
5.0
12/05/2018
Jason was amazing! We had very specific music requests and he played exactly what we asked for. He was highly professional, very calm, and extremely nice! Jason even got my wife an...
d I drinks during the start of the dinner. He was also great about getting in touch with us prior to the wedding to get all the necessary information. I would HIGHLY recommend using their song request and dedication app as well!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 01/02/2019
Hey Richard, yes you had super specific requests, I've only encountered an excel spreadshe...
et of music once in the past lol. Not a problem though! I'm glad everyone had fun!!
Jereka K
5.0
7/17/2018
OUR GUEST ARE RAVING about Jason, they had so much fun! When shopping for DJ's he was the most professional with the best price! We almost went with a family friend who also djs bu...
t decided not to put him to work that day. He even complimented Jason and said he took notes! My mother was one of those bridezilla moms and she even liked him! That says a whole lot! We definitely had a night to remember! Thank you Jason!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 01/02/2019
Your mom wasn't so bad Jereka lol. Thanks and I appreciate you letting me be a part of you...
r special day. Tell Tim I said Hi.
Miranda M
5.0
5/16/2018
Where do I even start this review?! There is so much I could say about Jason and his company!
Looking back, I'll fully admit I a bridezilla lol but Jason handled me so well! He wa...
s always just a text, phone call, or email away, and would always respond very quickly! He made sure any question I had was answered ASAP, which is so nice when you are a stressed out bride. I can't tell you how many vendors were difficult to get a hold of, but I never had that issue with my DJ.
It was my dream to have a wedding reception where EVERYONE was on the dance floor, and that's what Jason made happen!!! Even people who don't normally dance, where dancing that night! It was INCREDIBLE! I can't even thank Jason enough!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 01/02/2019
Thanks Miranda for the awesome review! I really appreciate it and I hope you guys had an a...
wesome honeymoon!
Jessica W
5.0
5/04/2018
Our first impression of Jason was that he was very wise when it comes to receptions. We had an idea about what we wanted to do, but we needed guidance. Jason let us know the tradit...
ional way to do things, and even clued us in on the current trends. His advice saved us planning hours and worry. We should of hired him as our wedding planner! He brought a party atmosphere later in the night and it was relaxing (and a relief) that we made it to that point without being stressed out. We recommend his services!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 01/02/2019
Thanks Jessica, I'm glad I could help :)
Meridith J
5.0
5/03/2018
Jason was awesome! We had so much fun dancing, even when we got carried away he tracked us down and kept us on schedule! The guests loved him, we were complimented on our DJ select...
ion and the up lighting. All around good guy and he knows his music.
Lacy W
5.0
4/19/2018
We worked with Jason and his assistants a couple years back for our wedding. No complaints whatsoever. The night went smooth and we were very pleased with everything. We have been ...
to weddings since ours and we can definitely see the difference. Jason adds the professionalism and experience that many DJ's we've seen don't have. I highly recommend Jason Kent Sound and Lighting! - Lacy
Michelle L
5.0
4/13/2018
Jason is very responsive and took the time to get to know us. He seemed like a friend more than a vendor or somebody we were doing business with. Our wedding didn't have many guest...
s but somehow he made it fun for everyone in attendance. He definitely added a positive aspect to our night!
Lisa S
5.0
4/06/2018
We ran into so many cheesy guys looking for a wedding DJ. Some made us feel sort of uncomfortable, but then I reconnected with Jason! Thank God! After one meeting my hubby was conv...
inced this was the guy. We used to intern at the radio station together with Kramer. He was awesome then and he still is! I highly recommend his services! And Jason you're prices are too cheap!!!
Response from Jason Kent Sound and Lighting on 01/02/2019
No Cheese Zone! Thanks Lisa!
Bonnie S
5.0
4/03/2018
I'm the mother of the bride. I was not easy, but Jason showed a lot of patience and understanding! Kudos goes to him! :) Also, some of the music he played I may not have agreed wit...
h but everyone else obviously liked, so I guess I should have taken his experience at face value. Good job to this company, the guests loved you and so did my daughter and son-in-law! Sorry if I was a pain! Hire these guys because if they can deal with me they can deal with anyone!
Jennie K
5.0
4/02/2018
Love love love! The best review I'm giving for all of my wedding vendors! Jason earned it. He wasn't only a DJ but an organizer as well. He kept our guests happy and we still get a...
sked who he was! Thank you Jason!!
Eliza W
5.0
4/02/2018
All around the easiest and quickest vendor to deal with. Awesome experience! Made our reception memorable! Perfect!
Erin T
5.0
3/20/2018
I know Jason is a DJ, but we hired Jason for the uplighting. Completely satisfied. The lights lit up the whole room and made it glow our wedding colors :). Every other light alter...
nated a color, a lot of DJ's we spoke to didn't have that feature. Jason's price was decent to. We didn't even see him set up, but when we came into the hall it was gorgeous! He also was a good sport and showed our DJ how to use it. When it was time to dance the lights had a different color strobe effect and it looked better than any bar that I've been to. Thanks Jason!!!!!
Josh B
5.0
3/16/2018
Jason was our DJ. This guy was the best. He knows his music and busted into a 90's hip hop mix session at the end of the night that had us all having the time of our lives. He even...
mixed in country and Brittany Spears for my wife. Not sure how he did it, but this guy kept the music flowing and he looks like he genuinely likes what he does. Good guy. I'd hire him again in a heartbeat.
Maria V
5.0
3/14/2018
Just overall FUN and DEPENDABLE! I was a little worried he used to DJ night clubs and bars cause we didn't want a lot of rap, but he definitely knows his music! He kept the music c...
lean and everyone had a great time! Many compliments from our guests, not only did they mention how fun he was, but the up lighting was gorgeous, so worth the little extra money!
Tina B
5.0
3/14/2018
Thank you so much to the Jason Kent Sound and Lighting crew! Everything was so on point at our wedding. Jason brought in so much fun young spunk and everyone loved him! We looked f...
or DJs in Toledo for a while, many of them charge over $1000 and from what I hear are no where near as good as Jason. These other guys were offering projectors and tv's and all kinds of other stuff, we just wanted someone to play music and rock the crowd like a dj is supposed to do. One thing he told us is we didn't have to put together a whole night's playlist like a previous dj said. He said he would read the crowd, and that that's exactly what he did! Jason kept us on schedule too and the photographer loved it! We didn't know we were getting a wedding planner along with a DJ. Hire this guy if he's available!
Ava J
5.0
3/01/2018
Jason took amazing care of us. Several of our guests thought he was our wedding planner lol. He got us drinks when needed, made sure everything was as it should be, and worked side...
by side with our reception vendor. He played the music we requested and was calm under pressure. He brought energy and fun into the whole night. We are extremely happy with the level of service, flexibility, and fun that was provided. He got all of the guests on the dance floor and we had a great time. He provided uplighting in our color scheme, which really added to the ambiance. I highly recommend Jason Kent!
Lisa B
5.0
2/28/2018
We had so much fun thanks to Jason! He's a real DJ! I didn't even have to tell him what to play, he just knew! He worked with us on the fee, and was worth every cent! I recommend ...
him to anyone in need of DJs in findlay ohio!
Pat S
5.0
2/27/2018
Awesome DJ! Affordable and a pleasure to work with :)
Kristin K
5.0
7/31/2014
Jason and his assistant were FABULOUS with our wedding videography. Jason was willing to meet with my fiance and me a week or so before the wedding to talk about details, must hav...
es, equipment, etc. He was even so gracious as to offer to come to our rehearsal the night before to get a better idea of where he and his assistant could stand during the wedding, as well as how the church lighting and acoustics were. They stayed at our reception well into the night and were able to capture priceless memories for us.
The footage Jason made for us is AMAZING! It is high quality, arrived in a timely manner, and completely exceeded any expectations we could have had! It was creatively made and totally unique for us, as a couple, and truly captured the overall feel of our wedding.
Jason is professional, polite, talented, and very willing to satisfy his customers. I would recommend him to do your wedding videography without any hesitation!
Ashley F
5.0
6/05/2013
Syndigital Media was great for our wedding! We had a hard time finding a DJ with the amount of money we had aside for one. Luckily we found him after searching online for hours. He...
met with us about a week or so before the wedding. We went over everything from how we want the bouquet and garter toss to go to what music we like or don't like. Jason just went right along with the way we seen it playing out in our heads and it turned out just like it as well. For the 500, he had his system of course, including the lighting, I seen a lot of DJ's charged extra if you wanted lighting. We had him from 5pm-11pm. Then he also did a candy toss for the kids as well. He was prepared for all the kids at our reception to make sure they all got some candy so there were no problems. He kept people up dancing all night. Really thought Jason did a good job and would recommend him to anyone in the area.
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