Mission Statement

Silent Disco wants to spread 21st century concepts of group experience and make these concepts accepted alternatives for the current ways of clubbing and enjoying (live) music.

Innovation and quality are priority

Silent Disco uses contemporary technology for new concepts. Silent Disco creates exclusive parties with the best music broadcast in perfect sound quality. This was the ambition of the founders and creators of the Silent Disco: Nico Okkerse and Michael Minten. On the first day of their enterprise they defined their goal: to bring these concepts of new experiences all over the world. Their dream has become reality. Since the summer of 2002 they have been presenting many live radio broadcast shows at parties and festivals worldwide as NO dj and dj OD.

The sound is superb, state of the art; in 2007 Silent Disco has created a new digital headphone, custom made for the purpose of the show.

Stereo quality delivered directly to your ears. The dj’s of the Silent Disco create a special atmosphere with their interactive broadcast. The participants enjoy the freedom to move however they want, as spectators don’t know what they are dancing to. Digital sound quality results in audiences forgetting they wear headphones and singing along like no one can hear them.

To make the show even more special, the Silent Disco can broadcast music to the crowd on two channels. The audience can choose the music channel on their headphone by switching instantly. The freedom and dynamic of the show has proven to be a success formula in any environment.

Apart from Silent Disco being an instant solution for noise pollution, 433fm.com has always actively worked to assure public safety. Earprotection issues and safe volume limits are an important topic. Silent Disco dj’s work with volume limiters and strive to combine our responsibility to the audience with quality and fun. On top of this every headphone contains a volume button, so participants can choose their personal volume level. Silent Disco is a safer way to enjoy music than clubbing or many live event.

Silent Disco goes global

Since 2002 the Silent Disco has developed into a large and well-known show that cannot be missed at many of the established festivals. The number of headphones offered to the audience per show has increased from several hundreds to over 2.500.

Overall the audience numbers are increasing. Where in the year 2004 around 90.000 people experienced the Silent Disco, in 2005 this had increased to 195.000 visitors. In 2006 the numbers have risen even further: over 330.000 Silent Disco participants were reached. In 2007 we entertained approximately 460.000 people. No doubt in 2008 Silent Disco will break the magic 500.000 border and reach far beyond.

New markets: Artistically & Geographically

Silent Disco has created it’s own market. Before 433fm developed the show, there was no demand for silent events. Now the limit is yet to be discovered.
The core product, the Silent Disco show has been developed for over 6 years both artistically and technically and has proven to be a successful format. With the European market expanding naturally, Silent Disco is now preparing to set foot in Australasia and America. Local or international partners are challenged to cooperate in this exiting field.

433fm has always been supportive of other new and challenging concepts in the creative market. Over the years Silent Disco headphones have been used for many theatrical performance but also in museums, art exhibitions, at schools, for lectures, cd presentations and exhibitions. The reliability and technical expertise of the members of the Silent Disco team are highly valued by many satisfied customer. Silent Disco dj’s are known for their international expertise, eclectic sets and ability to get any type of audience on the dance floor.

New Silent Products

The latest expansion of/addition to the Silent Disco show in 2007 was the Visual Galaxy show. A double live projection show, operated by Silent Disco dj’s. The DJ = the VJ. Audio and video are more integrated than ever, making the Silent Disco a complete experience.

433fm.com is also involved in other events. Silent club nights are being discussed in several countries and are taking off in the UK.
The first silent concerts have taken place in the Netherlands in 2003. At Lowlands festival 433fm presented a mixture of Silent Disco and Silent Concerts to the eager audiences. Bands really enjoy the experience of the direct contact with the audience and the opportunity to deliver their music in cd-quality to their fans. Several big names expressed their interest to perform live in the new shows that were presented in the UK in autumn 2008, Silent Disco LIVE. A complete night out, with live bands and Silent Disco deejays. Artists that performed in the 2008 Silent Disco LIVE shows were The Fun Lovin' Criminals, Dirty Pretty Things, Mystery Jets, SuperGrass and Floors and Walls. More SDL shows with guest artists are being prepared for 2009. 

With Silent Disco there are no more limitations on the venue choice due to difficult acoustics, which increases the opportunity to perform beyond the ordinary venue. For instance the lack of base trembles from a normal PA system, which can damage the structure or upset the neighbours by creating noise spill outside is not present. New spaces, as former churches, can be opened as a venue for Silent Disco.

In 2009 all of the above shows will be developed further. Information on customized performances for special events can also be obtained by contacting This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it