Unplugged-Entertainers for your event

connactz currently lists 14 unplugged entertainers available for bookings across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Fees range from €400 to €1,200, with an average around €800 — a budget-friendly range that works for most event formats. These performers are most in demand for wedding parties (13 artists available), corporate events, and birthdays (12 each).

An unplugged entertainer is the smart alternative to a full band when you want genuine live music without the production overhead. No enormous PA rigs, no lengthy sound-check marathons — just an instrument, a voice, and a sound that fills the room. For smaller events with 50 to 150 guests, this format frequently comes out on top: it's flexible, cost-efficient, and still musically compelling in a way that a playlist simply cannot replicate.

Pure Acoustics: The Quiet Power of One Performer

What sets the unplugged format apart is its directness. Without electronic processing or amp-driven volume, the performer's musicianship moves straight to the foreground. Guests hear the strings resonate, the breath between phrases — a closeness that a full-stage production rarely achieves. It pulls people in rather than washing over them.

At the same time, a skilled unplugged entertainer carries a surprisingly wide repertoire. From stripped-back pop covers to singer-songwriter originals, soul standards, and folk classics — a good performer reads the room and adjusts their programme on the fly. That adaptability is particularly valuable when your audience shifts over the course of an evening, or the event moves through distinct phases: drinks reception, dinner, after-party. Of the artists on connactz, 11 are bookable for open-air events, which speaks to just how minimal and portable the technical setup tends to be.

Pricing: What Drives the Fee for an Unplugged Act

The €400–€1,200 range, averaging €800, primarily reflects experience and professionalism. Performers earlier in their career tend to sit at the lower end; seasoned entertainers with extensive setlists, professional gear, and years of stage time typically quote closer to €1,000. Travel costs are usually not included in the base fee and should be agreed separately when confirming the booking.

One area where unplugged acts often save you money is the technical rider. Many entertainers bring their own compact PA system and only need a power socket and a few square metres of space. That makes overall cost calculation cleaner — no hidden staging fees, no external sound engineers to budget for.

Booking Guidance: How to Get It Right

Start the conversation at least six to eight weeks before the event — for wedding parties or major corporate milestones, three to four months ahead is safer, since the most sought-after dates fill up fast. When you make first contact, include the essentials upfront: date, location, approximate guest count, desired performance duration, and whether you're looking for background ambience or active crowd interaction.

Also clarify any songs that should not be played — this helps the performer plan their set meaningfully. Most entertainers are happy to take specific requests too. Through connactz, you can send enquiries directly to artists, compare multiple quotes side by side, and sign the booking contract digitally on the platform.

What to Expect on the Night

A standard unplugged entertainer set typically consists of two to three sets of 45 to 60 minutes each, with short breaks in between. The repertoire spans acoustically arranged current hits, timeless classics, and guest requests. The sound is warm, natural, and never overwhelming — ideal for events where conversation should still flow freely alongside the music.

One practical note: even though the format is called "unplugged," most entertainers do use a small PA system to distribute sound evenly across the room. If you genuinely need a fully amplification-free performance — say, for a quiet garden ceremony or a venue with strict noise limits — mention this explicitly in your enquiry. Not every artist offers this, but several specialists on connactz do.