[-EuroRSN-]

Surprised a thread like this doesn't exist yet. Anyway If your a DJ or want to learn more about it then post your questions and answers here.

Also introduce your self and elaborate on your choice of music that you spin and how long you've been doing it for.

I personally started out with Virtual DJ to get my hands wet and eventually bought a Midi Controller. Now a days i invested in a pro system and seriously loving every minute of it. Its not like car which at some point you may regret building hehe :(

A few websites to get you familiar with the industry :thumbsup:

www.djforums.com
www.prodjforums.com Hopefully mods dont see this as SPAM ( its not lol )
www.djtechtools.com

Plus post some crazy mixes that you have done and possibly pictures of your setup... which i wanna see! :drool:drool:drool

Here is mine - 2x Pioneer CDJ-800 + Behringer DDM4000 Mixer

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ101013-1.jpg

Plus a few recent mixes, hope you guys enjoy and lets keep this thread alive with these!!! :)

http://soundcloud.com/eurorsn/djf-trance-contest-submission-12-01-10

[BlackV62K2]

Damn that's a money setup. What type of music do you spin?

[-EuroRSN-]

Everything other then HipHop + Rap + Rock lol

Mostly Trance and House + Hardstyle when absolutely hammed haha

[The_AK]

Hardstyle?? shiiiett... haha,
do you play anywhere?

[Alpine50]

i wanted to get into dj'ing before, was thinking about taking that class that long and mcquade offers. but then was thinking about maybe picking up my own thing and kinda teaching myself.

would you say taking the course would be worth it? or would you just go pick up the basic equipment on your own and mess around? was thinking about picking up the VCI-100 to start off with

[-EuroRSN-]

Hey, I think a course is completely unnecessary as the best teacher is a mouse click away. You wont believe have many videos there are on Youtube ranging from tenminmix's to full tutorials, guess what Im trying to say is you can easily teach your self. The more you practice the better you understand the concept.

As for midi controllers thats exactly what i bought, a VCI-100 but it's a little pricey and you need a external sound card. Depends on your budget you can buy a cheaper controller with a built in sound card such as the Numark - Total Control for under $300 but it could eventually lead to loose knobs and such.

All controllers are pretty much the same the main factor is " Build Quality" so anything metal or with sturdy buttons that dont get loose is best. Remember its like your computer keyboard and it controls functions within the DJ software so they all do the same thing. One controller may have more buttons for u to assign but thats about as fancy as u get. Check out TomLeeMusic for controllers!

[-EuroRSN-]

Hardstyle?? shiiiett... haha,
do you play anywhere?

Hardstyle is Guud when your in the mood :D but no i dun play anyway just a few house parties thats it.

[R&R]

how much did you spend on that setup?

[Fobman]

u can be the next pauly d

[-EuroRSN-]

how much did you spend on that setup?

Too much but its not that bad, im financing:thumbsup:


u can be the next pauly d

more like TIESTOOOOOO MANG! hahaha

[-EuroRSN-]

Ima keep this thread alive common guys no dj's here??? FAIL lol

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6bapWp-4k0&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=flzM_NzP-gw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1VpF36JJf-U

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aMNrDWQRUY0&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LOUJ1pR8CFI

[-EuroRSN-]

Plus here are some Awesome Instructional Videos that really help you grasp the idea.

Episode1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ivmr9oQvO0&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fiAeqlJ2d6c&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eCdGnOdBHeo&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnBr7_VjAvo&feature=channel

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQmHLNqVWgQ&feature=channel

[Alpine50]

^^^^^^^^^ thanks
what would you pick up besides the vci-100 thats a bit cheaper i guess. i've looked on the website but i ened up narrowing it down to that. if theres something cheaper that would be decent for a beginner i'd rather pick that up

[KingDeeCee]

You got any videos of you mixing? You should make one or record one.

[Cnguyen]

Hey man, how would you rate the DDM4000?

[dicecube]

ugh why is hardstyle part of this thread? its not even music
trance or gtfo!

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Lol hardstyle is good for the gym and when your completely fucked up but ur right Trance owns all.

As for the DDM4000, its not bad i had it for 3 months without any issues. The music quality is great and so are the effects and sampler. Only bad thing is maybe its a cheaper build but there is warranty to cover that if anything goes wrong. Behringer has a really bad reputation for shitty DJ mixers but so far this one is great. Time will tell but as far as it stands now i would totally recommend it.

[CamryV8 Type R]

Bawllerrrrr

[Ronin]

This looks like fun.

I looked it up and the equipment that chick uses is, at a minimum, $2000 before you get into any extras. Is there any way to do this with less money to begin with or better yet...is there some sort of virtual setup I can do on a laptop and what would you guys who are obviously more versed in this sort of thing recommend?

[Farfetched]

Behringer has a pretty shitty reputation in general.

[justYU]

what do you guys think of the Hercules RMX midi controller? it'll run you $400 before tax and it looks like it has a pretty solid built compared to the other plastic midi controllers.
Hercules also came out with a new midi controller but i'm not sure how much it cost.

[!oHenry]

I've been trying to get into mixing for a while, but I dont have the money for equipment. VDJ's ok, but ever since I played around my neighbors set, its not the same.

[-EuroRSN-]

^ my friend just bought a Hercules Control Steel with a Numark DJ/IO external sound card which is honestly fucking awesome! Cost under $500 taxes in for everything.

Hercules RMX is even better so id totally get it if its within ur budget.

Check out www.virtualdj.com if you guys wanna mess around with DJ software. Download the demo which gives u 30 days but the program it self is full with all features. or download it via torrent hehe

oHenry, all this shit is actually quite affordable if you finance. $100 payments a month is quite reasonable plus Long and Mcquade hooks you up if you buy more shit lol.

[bcrdukes]

Buy used. People sell their old gear on Craigslist all the time.

[Alpine50]

I looked up the dj equipment online, but couldn't find what I wanted. A lot of people use virtual dj its pretty fun

@euro what do u use for a program?
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[-EuroRSN-]

^ nothing yet just turntables and a mixer. Although im getting Traktor Scratch Pro with a Kontrol X1 for Christmas!

[Manic!]

I DJ

Equipment:

2 tech 1200 retired
Behringer mixer retired
Torq DVS system retired

Torq Xponent midi controller (what I use now)
Behringer B2031A studio monitors (amazing sound at a bargin price)

2 Yamaha 15 inch PA speakers
2 Yamaha 18 inch PA subs
Behringer EP 2500 amp
Behringer EP 1500 amp
Behringer 2 way crossover
Behringer xover
Behringer rack mount mixer
beyerdynamic wireless mic
planing on selling most of my PA gear.


Before you buy equipment figure out what type of DJ you want to be (mobile club bedroom) and what type of music you want to play(hiphop EDM ect.). The Hercules midi controller is O.K. if you want to DJ in your bedroom, house party's, or be a mobile DJ but it's not good if you want to be a club DJ.

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Shit i thought i was the only one here haha!

A midi controller is a good start but definitely not a Club Standard. Plus can still throw down at house parties.

Hey Manic since you seem to have some experience with speakers what are some good Active studio monitors that are not too expensive. I was looking at the Rokit KRK6 but i dunno i cant justify spending 350 on each monitor LOL

[Manic!]

^ Shit i thought i was the only one here haha!

A midi controller is a good start but definitely not a Club Standard. Plus can still throw down at house parties.

Hey Manic since you seem to have some experience with speakers what are some good Active studio monitors that are not too expensive. I was looking at the Rokit KRK6 but i dunno i cant justify spending 350 on each monitor LOL

Behringer B2031A studio monitors

Amazing for the price. Should cost 2x the price. Some of the best speakers I have heard. You have 150 watts RMS going to the 8 inch mid and 75 watts RMS going to the tweeter.



I paid $359 plus taxes from Tom Lee with a price match from here
http://www1.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?item_id=021936

I don't know if Tom lee still carry's them but long-mcquade does and I think they price match too.

[-EuroRSN-]

Hey thx, seems that Long and Mcquade is asking $450 for the pair. Ill see what they can do

[!oHenry]

^ my friend just bought a Hercules Control Steel with a Numark DJ/IO external sound card which is honestly fucking awesome! Cost under $500 taxes in for everything.

Hercules RMX is even better so id totally get it if its within ur budget.

Check out www.virtualdj.com if you guys wanna mess around with DJ software. Download the demo which gives u 30 days but the program it self is full with all features. or download it via torrent hehe

oHenry, all this shit is actually quite affordable if you finance. $100 payments a month is quite reasonable plus Long and Mcquade hooks you up if you buy more shit lol.

I heard they were phasing out technics 1200s so I want to pick up a set before they do. Want to mix vinyl so baaaad. Don't really care if i get them used, as long as its in good condition. I would finance if i had steady income. All my money goes towards the car...and food.

[-EuroRSN-]

The 1200's are apparently discontinued now to my knowledge but local music stores still carry them until all sold out. Vinyl is the shit but its even more expensive due to well vinyl cost up to $10.00 each per song... You can always get a DVS system like Serato but thats even more money. CDJ's is the best way to go!

[Manic!]

I heard they were phasing out technics 1200s so I want to pick up a set before they do. Want to mix vinyl so baaaad. Don't really care if i get them used, as long as its in good condition. I would finance if i had steady income. All my money goes towards the car...and food.

By Tech's used there built like tanks and will last for ever.
local Pawn shop has one for $250. Here is one on craigslist for $275
http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/msg/2093572589.html

Spend $300 on a mixer
and a DVS system like Torq. $200 here http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/msg/2087647010.html

and you got a setup for under $1200 plus speakers and headphones.

[Manic!]

Good deal on Torq xponent. $400. Just add a computer hand headphones and some speakers and your good to go.

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/ele/2096605522.html

[exdee]

how do the pioneer cdj 900s compare to the mk3s?

[Manic!]

how do the pioneer cdj 900s compare to the mk3s?


MK3 what?

[exdee]

pioneer cdj 1000 mk3s lol arnt they known as mk3s? =S

[damackz]

mk3 doesnt refer specifically to the 1000's. I have been Dj'in for 10 years now and VDJ is a good starting point. For those wanting to start with Vinyl pick up some direct drive TT's on Craigslist or a pawn shop with a cheap mixer and go crazy. Just like anything its about having fun and practicing. Spinning house trance electro music is easier then hiphop and rap as the beats per minute are around the same range so again if ur into that its a good starting point. I got 2 1200's with a Rane Mixer. You need to get Good headphones that are comfortable!!!!

[-EuroRSN-]

CDJ1000 MK3 are pretty much the same as the 800's. Only biggest difference is Hot Cues, Better Wave Display, SD card and generally better build quality overall.

CDJ900 + 2000 are a whole new league in technology, same as the CDJ850. All the new Pioneer products could now be linked through RekordBox Software which kinda acts as a DVS system and you can play yours songs through the computer. I dont really know too much details since i havent played around with them yet. Plus you could use USB on all the new line CDJ's.

Check out some reviews and features here

http://www.skratchworx.com/reviews/cdj_firstlook.php

[Simulated]

The pitch control is more accurate on the 1000's than the 800's. If you are good at beat matching though this is not an issue.
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[-EuroRSN-]

800 - 0.05%
1000 - 0.02%

Simulated do u spin?

[justYU]

do you guys know if any stores are have holiday season sales?

[-EuroRSN-]

I think there is only 2 stores that sell DJ gear, TomLee Music and Long and Mcquade...

Also i hate to say it but FutureShop is going all " Pro Audio " and carry some equipment...

Check their website for Sales, I know as a fact that there is already discounted items up to 50% off at TomLee and MC :)

[Alpine50]

whoa wtf since when did futureshop start carrying DJ stuff.........im going to see how much some of this stuff is on staff and see if maybe its a better buy.

what would you think of this:
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/numark-numark-computer-ipod-dj-system-idj3-idj3/10150267.aspx?path=bb9140de021e13e1a864ac27b740aff fen02

compared to the vci-100? im kind of thinking about this now hmmmm.........

[V35]

whoa wtf since when did futureshop start carrying DJ stuff.........im going to see how much some of this stuff is on staff and see if maybe its a better buy.

what would you think of this:
http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/numark-numark-computer-ipod-dj-system-idj3-idj3/10150267.aspx?path=bb9140de021e13e1a864ac27b740aff fen02

compared to the vci-100? im kind of thinking about this now hmmmm.........

VCI-100 is 10X better

Im currently using Hercules Control Steel w/ DJ IO soundcard

And the build quality of this particular midi controller is superb, the knobs are still tight, faders are crisp and not flimsy like a lot of the NUMARK designs lol.

Just a quick tip, if anyone decides to start out make sure you get decent speakers and a decent laptop with ATLEAST 3 GB of ram xP

[Manic!]

VCI-100 is 10X better

Im currently using Hercules Control Steel w/ DJ IO soundcard

And the build quality of this particular midi controller is superb, the knobs are still tight, faders are crisp and not flimsy like a lot of the NUMARK designs lol.

Just a quick tip, if anyone decides to start out make sure you get decent speakers and a decent laptop with ATLEAST 3 GB of ram xP

I DJed before using M-audio's Torq DVS system and my techs using the original Intel Atom CPU and 1 gig of ram.

[Manic!]

Real good deal for anyone starting out. Complete turntable DJ system including DVS and a laptop. $1000.

http://nanaimo.en.craigslist.ca/msg/2082345773.html

[asahai69]

can anyone here get a deal on a serato box. or a very good deal on a 57sl? lol

[-EuroRSN-]

Im looking for Serato aswell but i dun wanna spend $700 for brand new...

BTW Alpine50,

I wouldnt get that thing from future shop lol go for something else.

[teddyah]

Revscene dj christmas party ??????????????????

[chris walter]

My buddy loves to dj. He's got 2 cdj 1000 and a djm800. Real fun to play with but I'm more of a party foul
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[skyxx]

http://worldstarhiphop.com/videos/video.php?v=wshhWC6064rJz6o4CAnM

[R&R]

Anyone know where i could get a portable dj set for 200?

[-EuroRSN-]

^ i dun think u can get anything for $200. Cheapest good controller is still over $300.00

[dipp]

Me and my buddy do some DJ just for fun we started a couple months ago, and then after we went to some party here and there, people start offering us money to play at they're party. So at the beginning we were using a lil Vestax spin then we went with a Numark mixdeck which we both didn't like so now were buying the Numark NS7FX

[rsx]

If anyone is interested...

I'll be featuring local dj's/bands in a restaurant that is set to open in approx. 2 months. So, if you want to have your cd/mixtape played. Send me your samples. Since it's a resto, I'm not looking for any headbanging rock or rave-style trance.

[nabs]

I play DnB and Top 40 using vinyl and Serato.

[tonyvu]

I mix mostly Prog Trance/House and some electro

[-EuroRSN-]

If anyone is interested...

I'll be featuring local dj's/bands in a restaurant that is set to open in approx. 2 months. So, if you want to have your cd/mixtape played. Send me your samples. Since it's a resto, I'm not looking for any headbanging rock or rave-style trance.

What are you looking for? Top 40?

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

i have two cdj 800 mk2's and a DJM 600. i'll take pics when i have time.

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Let see some pics bro, haha over the holidays i riced out my setup some more hehe

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7004.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7002.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7007.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7008.jpg

[Cnguyen]

^nice setup!

[chin3se604]

wow thats sick.... what kinda lights are you using?

[-EuroRSN-]

Ikea Dioder Lights!!!

[strykn]

sick setup, get bettter speakkerrss!! :P

[exdee]

welll i finally got my set
Pioneer 2X CDJ-350 and a DJM-400
So far the 350s perform better than the 800s and are kinda similar to the 850s. Really worth its low price imo

[ach69]

^ Let see some pics bro, haha over the holidays i riced out my setup some more hehe

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7004.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7002.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7007.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ7008.jpg

damnn, how much aprroximately was that whole thingg ? its pretty sick haha

[Euro7r]

Damn crazy setup. Balling :thumbsup:

[nabs]

lol some might say im oldschool nowadays... i have 2 tech 12's a pioneer 500 mixer, denon dn hp1000 headphones, ortofon carts, and over 5000 records, lol... oldies tho now i bet. still do it for fun. sometimes play at parties with my friends for kicks.

[BoostedSquid]

So...
Anyone do any producing here?
FL studio?

Whats a decent setup for decent price? Bang for buck mixer and cdjs :$
Where can I get it?
I want to start dj'ing..

[Manic!]

So...
Anyone do any producing here?
FL studio?

Whats a decent setup for decent price? Bang for buck mixer and cdjs :$
Where can I get it?
I want to start dj'ing..

You wanna be a club DJ, mobile DJ or what? and what type of music do you want to play?

[BoostedSquid]

^ mobile as in? Maybe some Hardstyle? Trance? House?

[-EuroRSN-]

Buy a Midi Controller cause their cheaper then actual equipment and provide a good platform to learn from. Here are some good ones...

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=142211

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=149821

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=123089

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=137213

[Manic!]

^ mobile as in? Maybe some Hardstyle? Trance? House?

mobile as in doing weddings, birthday parties and such.

[JSALES]

anyone know how hard it is to mix hip hop compared to house? is hip hop harder to mix?

[Manic!]

anyone know how hard it is to mix hip hop compared to house? is hip hop harder to mix?

Hiphop is harder to mix. Songs are shorter no long intro's and BPM's are all over the place.

[2slickk]

So...
Whats a decent setup for decent price? Bang for buck mixer and cdjs :$
Where can I get it?
I want to start dj'ing..

I would like to know the same thing, I'm trying to save up for a pair of cdj 400 or 800's but they're pretty pricey :S I've been using VDJ for a while, but now I really want to get my hands onto the real thing.

[BoostedSquid]

Buy a Midi Controller cause their cheaper then actual equipment and provide a good platform to learn from. Here are some good ones...

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=142211

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=149821

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=123089

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=137213

Which one do you recommend?

[Vansterdam]

^ torqe xponents! im in the market for one of those myself :fuckyea:

[Manic!]

^ torqe xponents! im in the market for one of those myself :fuckyea:

Torq 2.0 software now allows you to control 4 decks!!!

[BoostedSquid]

^dammmm Worth the price?

[BoostedSquid]

Im not a big fan of the spinning things on top...

[Manic!]

Im not a big fan of the spinning things on top...

What are you talking about? You mean the platters?

Im not a big fan of the spinning things on top...


The price hasn't changed.

[BoostedSquid]

yeaaaah... dont even know what they are called.. :(

[nabs]

Which one do you recommend?

none of them... honestly save up and get one that you like because the resale is crap on dj equipment... and if u do want to buy one of those.. get it used.. again for the above reason. lol.

[nabs]

I have TORQ 2.0 and would still rather use serato.

[-EuroRSN-]

someone should jump all over this!!

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/ele/2192130030.html

[OffSea]

Does anyone here reccommend the VCI-300?
I'm looking to buy because its got the built-in soundcard, and im looking for something mobile, unless anyone has any good alternatives to it.

[Manic!]

I have TORQ 2.0 and would still rather use serato.

Ya but serato doesn't have auto sync! :fullofwin:

[M.J]

What do you guys think of the Traktor Kontrol S4? I'm diggin the sample decks and it all seems like a pretty complete package. Would you recommend anything in it's place?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1EVo8v3OG8

[-EuroRSN-]

apparently the S4 is one of the best money can buy but its costs nearly $1000.00. You do get what you pay for in relation to quality and performance!

[-EuroRSN-]

Heres a very detailed review on the Traktor Kontrol S4

http://www.djtechtools.com/2010/11/01/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-review/

[BoostedSquid]

what are good brands for sound cards?

[-EuroRSN-]

Numark DJ/IO is good for all your basic needs!

http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=123102

[Vansterdam]

if i get the torque xponent would i be forced to use their torque 2.0 software or could i use others?

[-EuroRSN-]

^ you can use most midi controllers with all kinds of DJ software.

[Vansterdam]

what do you guys think of the VCI300?

right now ive narrowed it down to the vci300 or the torque exponents..


OR i can save up and go for some cdjs-400s and djm-800

[Manic!]

what do you guys think of the VCI300?

right now ive narrowed it down to the vci300 or the torque exponents..


OR i can save up and go for some cdjs-400s and djm-800

It's torq xponent.

The VCI is a replica of a 2 turntable and a mixer setup, It's really solid unit the solid software designed more for hiphop DJ's.

The xponent has a lot more bells and whistles and has good software and is a well build unit.

Here is a comparison between the Xponent and th VCI-100

http://www.djtechtools.com/2007/11/28/xponent-vs-vci-100/

[-EuroRSN-]

Id get the VCI300 no questions asked!

[BoostedSquid]

Thoughts on the brand Stanton?

[gdn]

I've got a Torq Xponent running on the Torq software and 2 KRK Rokit 8 Monitors (the 'old school' box ones). I haven't tried Torq 2.0 yet though.
Had them for a while now but I haven't really used them as much as I wanted to.

I started out with 2 Technics 1200's and a Vestax PMC-05 Pro, all of which was used. I bought a new Torq Connectiv pack eventually so that I didn't have to deal with a bunch of vinyl. It was fun at first but for some reason I couldn't get used to the whole set up and sold it all. Then I discovered the Xponent which had been out for a few years.

By the way, nice set up Euro. Is that a custom table you put your set up on or it comes like that?

[-EuroRSN-]

Bought the table at Staples, why did u sell your 1200's? I always wanted to try out vinyl..

[KingDeeCee]

You got any videos of you mixing? You should make one or record one.

:D Like to see what some of you guys could do.

[gdn]

Sold the 1200's because it was a hassle to move around and I didn't really have space for them. I don't regret it though, the Xponent is fun to play with.

[BoostedSquid]

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/msg/2211897199.html
thoughts?

[Manic!]

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/msg/2211897199.html
thoughts?

Reason you wan't to go with CDJ's over a midi controller?

[Vansterdam]

if i could afford it i would choose CDJs over midi controller hands down

better to learn from cdjs then move onto midi controller

[Manic!]

if i could afford it i would choose CDJs over midi controller hands down

better to learn from cdjs then move onto midi controller

CDJ's are on there way out and everything is going Midi. Even Pioneer has come out with a midi controller.

[-EuroRSN-]

^ nah bro CDJ's are absolutely not on their way out... Midi controllers are more for personal use i guess, it will never replace the industry standard. You can say Vinyl is going out but no not really...

Alright guys you asked for some demos so heres a few I made when i first started out. Nothing special in my opinion cause i would say i have greatly improved since then but better then nothing. I will make a new Hard House mix sooner or later when i have the patience.

I personally find that when i record a demo i tend to fuck up due to trying to mix perfectly so i hate recording lol.


A Trance Mini Mix

http://soundcloud.com/eurorsn/mini-trance-mix

Heres a DJF (Amateur) Trance battle i entered with some guy a few months back. This was my submission. I won the battle!

http://soundcloud.com/eurorsn/djf-trance-contest-submission-12-01-10

[Manic!]

^ nah bro CDJ's are absolutely not on their way out... Midi controllers are more for personal use i guess, it will never replace the industry standard. You can say Vinyl is going out but no not really...

12-01-10[/url]

Vinyl's dead for most DJ uses Tech 1200's are not even being made anymore. Midi controllers are taking over. I don't see a real difference between a CDJ and a midi controller.

[!SG]

thats pretty much creme. pretty much the best equipment out there right now (aside from the cdj2000 which is the mk3 w/ software)

for anyone starting from the bottom up, the midi controllers would be a good start as they take up a lot less space. its also wiser spending in case u really are just starting from the bottom and just trying to figure out if u like mixin or not.

for me, i started with vdj years ago, and only now (because of space) ventured into physical equipment.


My buddy loves to dj. He's got 2 cdj 1000 and a djm800. Real fun to play with but I'm more of a party foul
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[Vansterdam]

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/msg/2211897199.html
thoughts?

il be all over this if there was still warranty

[-EuroRSN-]

^ its pioneer so these things outlast everything. Make sure u test it prior tho. Ive seen CDJ1000 with 1 inch of dust on them with beer spilled all over u name it and they work fine. You seriously get what u pay for.

[dlo]

you're pretty good! I always wanted to learn how to dj haha, I believe i have enough music and the right mindset, and patience to take a try, but no equipment, any place i can rent em?

[-EuroRSN-]

^Thx man! You can rent pretty much any DJ equipment you want at Long and Mcquade.

[dlo]

ill try my luck at djing after i finish my tattoo :lol

[-EuroRSN-]

^ its actually funny u mentioned the whole thing about DJing...

i was on the Trance Thread and most of the good songs were posted by u lol good taste

[dlo]

thanks :) iunno after nye and being beamed, i had a crazy idea of a killer mix but just dont have the equipment to do it, planned it all out roughly haha

[BoostedSquid]

Reason you wan't to go with CDJ's over a midi controller?

Planning to dj at clubs and other events too. So might as well get a club standard one right?

[Manic!]

Planning to dj at clubs and other events too. So might as well get a club standard one right?

Controllers and CDJ's are very similar. going from a controller to a CDJ wouldn't be to hard.

http://www.djtechtools.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/DDJ-S1_Controller_Pioneer_Serato1.jpg

http://www.planetdj.com/img/Pioneer/CDJ1000MK3.jpg

[-EuroRSN-]

CDJs have a totally different feel then a midi controller and a computer. If you do plan on taking it somewhat serious and maybe begin playing out in the future then go with CDJ's or vinyl.

Learning the concept of mixing and EQ's, Song Structure, ect, a midi controller would be perfect. More like a starter 250cc bike lol and eventually if you like it move up to a 750. You will want to upgrade your equipment as soon as you start getting better and better.



Check out these vids guys, Roger Sanchez blew my fucking mind!

Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kiQSAu-100&hd=1





Part 2 (better then part 1)

http://www.djsounds.com/07/21/djsounds-show-8-roger-sanchez-part-2









http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bhLfWsMBxwA&hd=1

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdEVuk82pTU&hd=1

[BoostedSquid]

So I'v thought it out.
I would like to be a club dj, and mobile.
My plan is to by a controller, and then get good with that. Save up some money and then eventually switch to cdj 1000mk3 and a djm 800.
What do you think of my plan?

and most clubs have cdj 1000 mk3...

[JSALES]

if you're just learning. would it be best to start off from vinyl to learn the basics and work you're way up to all the new computer tech stuff? or just learn with the computer tech stuff now?

[BoostedSquid]

^ Not vinyl.. Its on its way out.

[exdee]

So I'v thought it out.
I would like to be a club dj, and mobile.
My plan is to by a controller, and then get good with that. Save up some money and then eventually switch to cdj 1000mk3 and a djm 800.
What do you think of my plan?

and most clubs have cdj 1000 mk3...

go for the 900s instead of the 1000s. theyre generally cheaper and perform just as well and if not better. plus it comes with extra features that the 1000 doesnt have and somewhat the 2000 doesnt have either.

Anyways heres my sample
http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/feb-24-2011

[CanadaGoose]

Heres a DJF (Amateur) Trance battle i entered with some guy a few months back. This was my submission. I won the battle!

http://soundcloud.com/eurorsn/djf-trance-contest-submission-12-01-10

Nice! I love how you started with Anphonic, what a way to kick off a great mix!

[TheInfiniti]

Good idea for a new thread! I've been pretty interested in learning so this will be a great resource.

[BoostedSquid]

bvu, Great mix. Interesting choice of songs. What difference does it have that 1000 and 2000 dont have?

[Hide625]

Not certain if any of you guys are into turntablism, still good stuff.

DJ Co-ma on Pioneer DJM-909 & CDJ-1000MK3/CDJ-800MK2

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzvZx2OoGps

DJ Co-ma on Pioneer CDJ-350-DJM-350

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xNOq0PPTHzs

[!SG]

ive always wanted to get better at scratching, just never got the hang of it...

you can still scratch with the 800mk2, just that the mk3 is a tad easier in the adjustability.

[!SG]

dont let the number fool you, 900 is newer than the 1000mk3, and thus (didnt look into the specs) probably allow usb input. the mk3 has an sdcard input but its only for recording and storing of cues. your main music source is still off the cds, or mp3 cds. midi controllers are more basic but more open to different media inputs.

going from vdj to actual equipment now that i got more room meant learning from sq 1 again...



bvu, Great mix. Interesting choice of songs. What difference does it have that 1000 and 2000 dont have?

[exdee]

the 900s have a slip mode which is pretty dope for scratching. it also has a beat loop feature that helps looping. its like the ones in vdj where u can split it from 16 8 4 2 1 1/2 etc. better display and usb support that means u can put all your songs on a usb and link them. its basiclly a refurbished 1000 mk3 with a few more features and tweaks

[2slickk]

what do you guys think of the cdj 400? is it any good?

[BoostedSquid]

Whats a good mixer for it?

[Manic!]

Langley long and mcquade has one used Denon DNS 3500 for $199. Readl good price for that unit.

[BoostedSquid]

Langley's to far.. lol.
http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/ele/2240495388.html
thoughts?

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

what do you guys think of the cdj 400? is it any good?

yeah dude it's not any worse than a 800markII, it even has USB capabilities. but there are somethings the 400 cant do that the 800 can, and i'm not sure what that is. i think 800's better for scratching and shit like that? lol. not sure.

if you're just starting and doing EDM, 400's absolutely fine.

i got to play with three 2000's recently, lol that shit is awesome. the display (and select options), the accuracy. but mind you im comparing it to an 800, i never played with 1000's that much.

[2slickk]

I might consider searching for a pair of cdj 400's with a djm 400

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

invest in a better mixer. like a 600 at least.

cuz you might upgrade cdj's, but you'll be keeping the 600 around for a long time. you'll hardly every upgrade the mixer, if ever.

[Manic!]

invest in a better mixer. like a 600 at least.



The 600 is old. There are a lot better mixers out there.

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Exactly what Manic said, DJM600 was released around 1999 and there is a bunch of better mixers for less money.

If anyone is looking for an affordable mixer with all the bells and whistlers i really recommend the Behringer DDM4000. Behringer has a bad name but honestly this mixer is awesome, it has lots of effects, sound quality is great and really cheap for what u get. Although build quality imo does suffer a bit but still really good if u dont abuse it too much. Its been 6 months and not a single problem!

[exdee]

invest in a better mixer. like a 600 at least.

cuz you might upgrade cdj's, but you'll be keeping the 600 around for a long time. you'll hardly every upgrade the mixer, if ever.

the sound card on the djm 600 is really bad. the 350s sound card out does the 600 by a lot

[geeknerd]

hey guys i have 0 knowledge on djing but i would like to try some,
just mixing songs/trance/house what software is easy to use for someone who knows nothing.

also where is a good place to download/get song titles for trance/house music?

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Try www.virtualdj.com they have a 30day free trial and give u the full program to play around with.

As for music there is tons of sources, I usually check Youtube for ppl posting their favorites, or top 100 charts, dj forums, or even threads here in on RS. Then just zippyshare those songs or buy them on beatport. :)

[geeknerd]

^ Try www.virtualdj.com they have a 30day free trial and give u the full program to play around with.

As for music there is tons of sources, I usually check Youtube for ppl posting their favorites, or top 100 charts, dj forums, or even threads here in on RS. Then just zippyshare those songs or buy them on beatport. :)

can u recommend charts? i can just google it but i dont know what charts are up-to-date. is trackitdown.net good?

[2slickk]

can u recommend charts? i can just google it but i dont know what charts are up-to-date. is trackitdown.net good?

if you also want the newest and updated songs, just listen to all those trance radio shows like ASOT, TATW, FSOE etc

[Manic!]

can u recommend charts? i can just google it but i dont know what charts are up-to-date. is trackitdown.net good?

www.beatport.com is were lots of EDM guys go.

[-EuroRSN-]

Plus be sure to check these out, they celebrated FLOW 100 just yesterday :fullofwin:

http://bradandvictorh.com/

[sunny_j]

heres a quick shot from one of my gigs

[-EuroRSN-]

Dope! What gig?

[sunny_j]

is was a PM school dance

[chin3se604]

any recommendations on djing programs .. if i just want to play around for fun with my keyboard and mouse?

forgot to mention..only program i tried was virtual dj - and imo it was easy to use and learn

was wondering if there was anymore with different effects and tools .. that i can easily torrent

thanks

*edited

[2slickk]

any recommendations on djing programs .. if i just want to play around for fun with my keyboard and mouse?

Virtual Dj is the easiest to use in my opinon

[TheInfiniti]

Virtual Dj is the easiest to use in my opinon

Would you say Virtual DJ is a good program to learn the basics of mixing? I'm not entirely sure if I want to shell out money for equipment for now. Not until I get the basics down and stuff like that.

[exdee]

^ yes

[-EuroRSN-]

There is 2 good options guys, Virtual DJ or Traktor.. Traktor is way more advanced the VDJ but harder to use with just keyboard and mouse.

[Vansterdam]

killllllllller set my buddy made check this shit out

http://www.4shared.com/audio/65MGXQtK/marchbdaymix.html

[baggdis300]

Would you say Virtual DJ is a good program to learn the basics of mixing? I'm not entirely sure if I want to shell out money for equipment for now. Not until I get the basics down and stuff like that.

my buddy uses virtual dj at work(works at g spot) and he sometimes even mix's live...

[-EuroRSN-]

AGHHH i hate AUDACITY!!!!! Did an hour long mix and crashed on me FUUUUUUUUUUU... What other recording software do u guys use?

[Vansterdam]

i only use audacity when i wanna cut songs to make into mp3 ringtones lol

[exdee]

killllllllller set my buddy made check this shit out

http://www.4shared.com/audio/65MGXQtK/marchbdaymix.html

your friend needs to lower the low eq when mixing songs with heavy starting kicks

[rexsomnii]

killllllllller set my buddy made check this shit out

http://www.4shared.com/audio/65MGXQtK/marchbdaymix.html


... howd he get the transitions to be so smooth ?

[baggdis300]

AGHHH i hate AUDACITY!!!!! Did an hour long mix and crashed on me FUUUUUUUUUUU... What other recording software do u guys use?

virtual dj works pretty well...i only have used audacity to cut down mp3's fo ringtones lol...

[exdee]

heres my most recent set :)
http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/april-6-2011

[-EuroRSN-]

EDIT: Fuck it Ima remake it I just noticed audacity screwed up more then one song... lol Stay Tuned!

[TheInfiniti]

There is 2 good options guys, Virtual DJ or Traktor.. Traktor is way more advanced the VDJ but harder to use with just keyboard and mouse.

I've been using Traktor and I do agree it is a lot harder to use with a keyboard and mouse. Do you have any suggestions when using Traktor with regards to basic equipment needs?

[-EuroRSN-]

with traktor id get a midi controller for sure...

[exdee]

thread was dying so...
http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/4-19-11

[-EuroRSN-]

Alright guys, time to go the DVS road but cant quite decide between Traktor Scratch Pro2 or Serato SL2. Traktor has definitely redefined their software and hardware but still remains problematic in some areas.

As for Serato its simple to use, doesnt crash and really rock solid. A friend had a gig last night and all 4 DJ's were using Serato so just go to show its quite the industry standard in North America.

I dunno both seem great but Traktor seems to offer alot more for a cheaper price. Plus if i were to get TSP2 id pair it up with the Kontrol X1 :fullofwin: so definitely alot of potential.

Anyone have personal expirience with TSP2 that can chime in? Thx guys

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4pkPIFsvgo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJQjaQ6rWpw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=msdFDCcdwaA


Man i wanna try the Maschine too
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdFlFxJFnfY&feature=relmfufY

[BoostedSquid]

Honest opinion please..
Cdj or midi controllers?
For a mobile DJ
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[Manic!]

Honest opinion please..
Cdj or midi controllers?
For a mobile DJ
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Midi controller and I'm a mobile DJ.

easier to move, don't have to worry about CD's, more durable, cheaper, and easier to search for songs.

[BoostedSquid]

Which midi controller do you have?
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[Manic!]

Which midi controller do you have?
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Torq xponent. The only things I don't like is it has no mic input and does not have XLR outs.

[BoostedSquid]

What are your thoughts on trackfor s4
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[Cnguyen]

Hey, any of you guys know where i can buy ear protection plugs for dj's?

[Mr.Money]

^^^ I'd like to know too,i hate coming from concerts with lost hearing.

[woob]

Dunno about DJing since I just got started with Virtual DJ yesterday, but for concerts, these for sure (Etymotic ER20): http://www.google.com/search?q=etymotics+er20&hl=en&client=opera&hs=yBf&rls=en&biw=1280&bih=921&tbs=p_ord:p&tbm=shop&sa=X&ei=CrvITZ7LGbPXiAK3hqmjBQ&ved=0CAoQuw0oAQ

[exdee]

Hey, any of you guys know where i can buy ear protection plugs for dj's?

you can just use regular ear plugs. you'll still be able to hear the music clearly and wont damage your ears

[BoostedSquid]

Thought on the numark mixdeck with ipod dock and CD input
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[marmstrong]

Thought on the numark mixdeck with ipod dock and CD input
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Get a traktor S4 instead if your working with a laptop.

It's approximately $200-250 more but well worth it

http://www.native-instruments.com/#/en/products/dj/traktor-kontrol-s4/

[Pinoy_Crx]

Anybody here dj at weddings letnme know i need someone for sep 17
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[sunny_j]

^^ what type of music & do i need to bring a sound system?

[-EuroRSN-]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xOQAlGU3IYg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlYkhTyiYDA&

[BoostedSquid]

Would you say cdj are more reliable? I did a set with my friends midi controller traktor s4, and his laptop crashed.. so i had to stop and start it up again...
and What laptop would be ideal?

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Traktor has a tendency to crash thus the reason why most ppl go for Serato cause its simple and realiable.

You can use a POS laptop with serato and it will run fine as for Traktor u may want a Laptop with 4GB of ram higher and a good processor. :) But that will still not guarantee u anything cause it might just glitch and die.. Just hope its not at a club lol

[-EuroRSN-]

HOLY SHIT EDC whos going? hahah fuck i wanna go sooo bad!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMDd-V4zxI4

[JSALES]

any recommendations on a beginner setup for someone starting out?

[Mr.Money]

^ Traktor has a tendency to crash thus the reason why most ppl go for Serato cause its simple and realiable.

You can use a POS laptop with serato and it will run fine as for Traktor u may want a Laptop with 4GB of ram higher and a good processor. :) But that will still not guarantee u anything cause it might just glitch and die.. Just hope its not at a club lol

x2 fuck Traktor,it was rated so high too..

i have a high end laptop & it glitches up

[BoostedSquid]

HOLY SHIT EDC whos going? hahah fuck i wanna go sooo bad!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMDd-V4zxI4

Oh my fuck. Fucking amazing. Fucking Amazing. How do I go... 19+?

[BoostedSquid]

Serato then? Or What about Numark?

[Infiniti]

Yuck..I dislike any software based programs like serato or traktor. When comp crashes, you're S.O.L and there goes you're gig.

[KingDeeCee]

Oh my fuck. Fucking amazing. Fucking Amazing. How do I go... 19+?

Pree sure its an all age event. Catch is, it's in Las Vegas.

[LC21]

Would you guys recommend stanton t60 for a beginner turntable?
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[Ulic Qel-Droma]

Yuck..I dislike any software based programs like serato or traktor. When comp crashes, you're S.O.L and there goes you're gig.

yeah, cd's never fail. although on the new cdj2000's i see some djs getting a little lazy and just using usb sticks lol.

[Manic!]

Yuck..I dislike any software based programs like serato or traktor. When comp crashes, you're S.O.L and there goes you're gig.

Nope just hit a switch and throw on a record or CD. Most major DJ's now use some type of DVS system. Also CD's and records can skip.

[exdee]

yeah, cd's never fail. although on the new cdj2000's i see some djs getting a little lazy and just using usb sticks lol.

its more convenient bro. waste less money on cds and dont really have to carry much with you

[EUPHORiA1911]

Surprised a thread like this doesn't exist yet. Anyway If your a DJ or want to learn more about it then post your questions and answers here.

Also introduce your self and elaborate on your choice of music that you spin and how long you've been doing it for.

I personally started out with Virtual DJ to get my hands wet and eventually bought a Midi Controller. Now a days i invested in a pro system and seriously loving every minute of it. Its not like car which at some point you may regret building hehe :(

A few websites to get you familiar with the industry :thumbsup:

www.djforums.com
www.prodjforums.com Hopefully mods dont see this as SPAM ( its not lol )
www.djtechtools.com

Plus post some crazy mixes that you have done and possibly pictures of your setup... which i wanna see! :drool:drool:drool

Here is mine - 2x Pioneer CDJ-800 + Behringer DDM4000 Mixer

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v635/ghetto_89/DJ101013-1.jpg

Plus a few recent mixes, hope you guys enjoy and lets keep this thread alive with these!!! :)

http://soundcloud.com/eurorsn/djf-trance-contest-submission-12-01-10

I like your style! Thats a sick setup bro, I'm just starting out so I'm still stuck on Virtual DJ what do you think should be after that?
Edit: No! Is this thread dead?!? I'd love to learn more..

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

its more convenient bro. waste less money on cds and dont really have to carry much with you

lol, i totally agree, but ive seen usb sticks fail LOL.

anyone got any mixes recently? lets hear some rs talent

[exdee]

some event i dominated in :)
http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/live-mlc

[Mr.Money]

some event i dominated in :)
http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/live-mlc

haha,playing it start to finish it sound's like Trance around the world in one boiling pot,you absolutely cannot tell me none of these track's weren't played on there.

[exdee]

haha,playing it start to finish it sound's like Trance around the world in one boiling pot,you absolutely cannot tell me none of these track's weren't played on there.

i dont know if thats a compliment or not LOL well jynx, fall in deep, nevertheless, the wonder vs. beauty hides in the deep and cryptanalysis (chris schweizer remix) havnt :)
but all i gotta say is rebound is still just too good of a track...

[dlo]

some event i dominated in :)
LIVE @ MLC by bvu on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your sounds for free (http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/live-mlc)

gettin cocky eH BVUU HAHAHAH juzz cause 6 lgs came up to u dun mean ur good, i got bitches lining up for me ;);) jokesss hahaha

[Ulic Qel-Droma]

here's my recent set
progressive-house, tech-house.
گرگ و میش by Ho316 on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your sounds for free (http://soundcloud.com/ho316/g)

[LC21]

SHIT having so much trouble configuring this midi controller

[Manic!]

SHIT having so much trouble configuring this midi controller

What controller what software?

[Nightwalker]

Somehow I've never seen this thread. I co-host a weekly EDM radio show broadcast from CHLY 101.7FM in Nanaimo called The Massive. My co-host NoProfit often plays live and we have occasional guest DJs. Search The Massive on iTunes if you want to check it out, we have a free podcast on there.

I've only started DJing a bit over the winter, kinda saving to get some gear.

I've been a party and nightclub promoter in the EDM scene on the island for a few years. I used to have so much gear stacked in my place when I was doing club nights, but never had the time to practice. A set of tech12s, a set of stantons, Vestax mixer, CDJ1000MK3s, lots of stuff I packed back and forth for each night.

[LC21]

What controller what software?

Picked up a Behringer bcd3000 to play around with. So the only problem i have right now is the headphones not working. It plays the music through the speakers that's suppose to go through the headphones. Using virtual dj pro.

[exdee]

change the sound settings on vdj

[LC21]

^
right now i have... The headphone doesnt work when i plug it into the controller or the laptop


Input: non
output: headphones (master:left chan/headphones: right chanel)
soundcard: mono separated (bcd3000)

for some reason this doesnt sync with Traktor either

[exdee]

lol thats why change the sound card to a different one forgot which one it is but maybe asio fiddle with it im not sure anymore i havnt touched vdj in like 4 years lol

[LC21]

which sound card?

[exdee]

.... FIDDLE AROUND WITH IT -_- i forgot which one u choose but keep changing it till it works but dont keep it on mono lol and then u change out put to sound card 1 and headphones to the midi controller
edit: or was it input hell just change the settings in those till it works lol

[Skyline350gt]

Someone buy my set!

http://www.revscene.net/forums/used-computers-personal-electronics-only/646250-fs-ft-hercules-dj-control-steel-dj-io-soundcard.html

[exdee]

lol sell it to long and mcquade

[OTG-ZR2]

some event i dominated in :)
LIVE @ MLC by bvu on SoundCloud - Create, record and share your sounds for free (http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/live-mlc)

Is there a track list for this set? More specifically the track @ 43 min mark... :jiggy:

[exdee]

who.is - cryptanalysis (chris schweizer remix)

[LC21]

.... FIDDLE AROUND WITH IT -_- i forgot which one u choose but keep changing it till it works but dont keep it on mono lol and then u change out put to sound card 1 and headphones to the midi controller
edit: or was it input hell just change the settings in those till it works lol

I asked for advice in this thread for a reason, ive tried playing around with it already.
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[-EuroRSN-]

^ check out djtechtools.com they have lots of info on troubleshooting midi controllers and digital DJing.

As for your headphones not working try different software or re install your drivers.

[exdee]

^ check out djtechtools.com they have lots of info on troubleshooting midi controllers and digital DJing.

As for your headphones not working try different software or re install your drivers.

its his soundcard configuration i just dont remember which drive your supposed to select but there should only be like 3 but i dont understand how hard it is to choose between them then selecting the correct input/outout

[beetea]

Really have been wanting to jump into this just for kicks!

I just wanted help in the right direction, just starting out and I really just want to just make some mixes at home and when friends come over or house parties, nothing too intense.

Hercules RMX DJ Console (http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/hercules-hercules-rmx-dj-console-4780474/10160313.aspx?path=d61db2ce176f72c3eed66cab5e6a116 ben02)

Numark Total Computer DJ In a Box (http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=140374)

Numark IDJ3 (http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/numark-numark-computer-ipod-dj-system-idj3-idj3/10150267.aspx?path=953df313baa82144925398080b49076 4en02)

Need to choose one of these maybe? Don't want to invest heavily into this right away until I know I really enjoy it.

[Manic!]

Really have been wanting to jump into this just for kicks!

I just wanted help in the right direction, just starting out and I really just want to just make some mixes at home and when friends come over or house parties, nothing too intense.

Hercules RMX DJ Console (http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/hercules-hercules-rmx-dj-console-4780474/10160313.aspx?path=d61db2ce176f72c3eed66cab5e6a116 ben02)

Numark Total Computer DJ In a Box (http://www.tomleemusic.ca/main/dj.cfm?details=1&id=147&inv=140374)

Numark IDJ3 (http://www.futureshop.ca/en-CA/product/numark-numark-computer-ipod-dj-system-idj3-idj3/10150267.aspx?path=953df313baa82144925398080b49076 4en02)

Need to choose one of these maybe? Don't want to invest heavily into this right away until I know I really enjoy it.


Way better than anything you listed.

M-Audio Torq Xponent SUPER SUMMER DEAL | eBay (http://cgi.ebay.com/M-Audio-Torq-Xponent-SUPER-SUMMER-DEAL-/290586752412?pt=DJ_Gear_Lighting&hash=item43a851f59c)

[exdee]

Preview on something im working on with that contains atmospheric and lush sounds
Rush Preview by bvu (http://soundcloud.com/bvu-1/rush-preview)
really need some criticism on this right now and i know its not quiet full yet havnt started adding in sounds yet

[Vansterdam]

Way better than anything you listed.

M-Audio Torq Xponent SUPER SUMMER DEAL | eBay (http://cgi.ebay.com/M-Audio-Torq-Xponent-SUPER-SUMMER-DEAL-/290586752412?pt=DJ_Gear_Lighting&hash=item43a851f59c)

been wanting one of these for a long time

quite tempted for the price though
but refurbished hmmm =\

would have to go down in US though :fuuuuu:

[Manic!]

been wanting one of these for a long time

quite tempted for the price though
but refurbished hmmm =\

would have to go down in US though :fuuuuu:

Ships to: Worldwide

[-EuroRSN-]

‪DJ Antonin part 1 of 2 - DJsounds Show 2011‬‏ - YouTube

‪DJ Antonin part 2 of 2 - DJsounds Show 2011‬‏ - YouTube

[Drow]

hey guys, i wanna try to play around with synthesizers during my spare time and have been in love with this particular "sound" or "sample" ever since i started listening to techno / house / trance music. I was wondering what its called or where i can fetch it?

For an example it is the piano-y sound playing in the background of this song:

‪Tiesto - I Will Be Here (Wolfgang Gartner Radio Edit)‬‏ - YouTube

any help is greatly appreciated!

[dj bally]

^
right now i have... The headphone doesnt work when i plug it into the controller or the laptop


Input: non
output: headphones (master:left chan/headphones: right chanel)
soundcard: mono separated (bcd3000)

for some reason this doesnt sync with Traktor either

you need to download and setup ASIO4ALL and then set your virtual dj soundcard to asio and select "asio4all" as your asio soundcard

[exdee]

hey guys, i wanna try to play around with synthesizers during my spare time and have been in love with this particular "sound" or "sample" ever since i started listening to techno / house / trance music. I was wondering what its called or where i can fetch it?

For an example it is the piano-y sound playing in the background of this song:

‪Tiesto - I Will Be Here (Wolfgang Gartner Radio Edit)‬‏ - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yTq8uno15sU)

any help is greatly appreciated!

its called a chord lol

[LC21]

you need to download and setup ASIO4ALL and then set your virtual dj soundcard to asio and select "asio4all" as your asio soundcard

can't find any newer mac softwares

[BrRsn]

I got this as a gift,
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Amazon.com: Numark DJ I/O Multi Channel USB 2.0 DJ Audio Interface: Musical Instruments@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/410p1qKy7UL.@@AMEPARAM@@410p1qKy7UL


Whats the best software to use this on my mac? Not really looking to be a crazy dj, but it'd be fun to be able to make some nice fades when there are family/friends' parties.

[geeknerd]

Hey i went to a friend's friend's house once and he was using his computer + a dj program + this mixer? it was smaller than a A4 paper and it only had knobs and buttons what not and he used it with the program to do some 'dj-ing', is that what a mixer is???? he was a beginner so he practised with that until he moved up to buy a full set. what was it?

[BrRsn]

Hey i went to a friend's friend's house once and he was using his computer + a dj program + this mixer? it was smaller than a A4 paper and it only had knobs and buttons what not and he used it with the program to do some 'dj-ing', is that what a mixer is???? he was a beginner so he practised with that until he moved up to buy a full set. what was it?

Probably something like what I posted above ^^ There's a bunch on amazon.com.

[-EuroRSN-]

I got this as a gift,
Amazon.com: Numark MIXTRACK DJ Software Controller: Musical Instruments (http://www.amazon.com/Numark-MIXTRACK-DJ-Software-Controller/dp/B003UVASTO/ref=pd_ybh_21?pf_rd_p=280800601&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_t=1501&pf_rd_i=ybh&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=06JCCKNQHXCHSWX9T7A3)

Amazon.com: Numark DJ I/O Multi Channel USB 2.0 DJ Audio Interface: Musical Instruments (http://www.amazon.com/Numark-DJ-Multi-Channel-Interface/dp/B000S5Q2EK/ref=pd_bxgy_MI_img_b)


Whats the best software to use this on my mac? Not really looking to be a crazy dj, but it'd be fun to be able to make some nice fades when there are family/friends' parties.

You realistically have only 2 major options. Virtual DJ and Traktor or the supplied software.

[geeknerd]

Probably something like what I posted above ^^ There's a bunch on amazon.com.

it didnt have turntables, but it had way more buttons and knobs.

[EUPHORiA1911]

Hey guys so I was looking to buy a beginner setup for myself. And I was leaning towards the numark mixdeck, what do you guys think of it? Is it good for me, as a beginner, and good in general? Thanks!!
My budget is $500 or under, if you guys would recommend some. I was looking for a midi controller, with CD decks as well but just a midi is fine too.

[-EuroRSN-]

^ - M Audio Torq Xponent
- Vestax VCI 100 or 300

Check out Tom Lee for Midi Controllers! Most are all the same its all about brand and quality. Id stick away from what Futureshop thinks is great..



Is anyone interested in doing a little half hour Trance/House battle?

[Manic!]

it didnt have turntables, but it had way more buttons and knobs.

M-AUDIO - X-Session Pro - USB MIDI DJ Mixer Controller (http://www.m-audio.com/products/en_us/XSessionPro.html)

[EUPHORiA1911]

^ - M Audio Torq Xponent
- Vestax VCI 100 or 300

Check out Tom Lee for Midi Controllers! Most are all the same its all about brand and quality. Id stick away from what Futureshop thinks is great..




I wanted to get the vestax, but people have mixed opinions on it.. Some say 100 is good, others say 300. What do you prefer, I wanted to get the newer 300 simply because its newer, yet it seems that its not as easy to map it to traktor (not a big fan of serato itch)

[-EuroRSN-]

Biggest difference between the 100 and 300 is that the 300 has a built in soundcard. Meaning you can just plug in your headphones into the midi controller and boom your all ready to go.

If you get the 100 you will have to buy an external sound card that will splice up the audio and have a headphone out signal. Otherwise you will not be able to pre listen to the tracks your listening to. The Numark DJ/Io sound card will do a perfect job for that and cost only $100...

You should prolly go for the vci300 if you have a bit more money and that way its true plug and play.

As for traktor you will HAVE TO MAP every single midi controller with that program unless its traktor certified. You will most likely use Virtual DJ for the most part until you got traktor figured out and mapped lol.

I bought the VCI100 w/ Numark DJ/Io when i first got into this and i got to say i loved it no issues what so ever.

Hope this helps

[EUPHORiA1911]

Biggest difference between the 100 and 300 is that the 300 has a built in soundcard. Meaning you can just plug in your headphones into the midi controller and boom your all ready to go.

If you get the 100 you will have to buy an external sound card that will splice up the audio and have a headphone out signal. Otherwise you will not be able to pre listen to the tracks your listening to. The Numark DJ/Io sound card will do a perfect job for that and cost only $100...

You should prolly go for the vci300 if you have a bit more money and that way its true plug and play.

As for traktor you will HAVE TO MAP every single midi controller with that program unless its traktor certified. You will most likely use Virtual DJ for the most part until you got traktor figured out and mapped lol.

I bought the VCI100 w/ Numark DJ/Io when i first got into this and i got to say i loved it no issues what so ever.

Hope this helps

Thanks bro, helped ALOT. I guess I'll go for the 300, because its more future-proof as well i guess..

[-EuroRSN-]

Finally UPGRADED TO SERATO!! :clap::willnill::clap::willnill::clap:

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6171/6148382524_31dd68fd83_b.jpg

[sunny_j]

^^ what were you using before?

[exdee]

i think you shoulda just traded in your cdjs for the usb compatible ones woulda been around the same price

[-EuroRSN-]

like what Denons? I would never upgrade from CDJ800s cause there is honestly no point but Serato was very necessary to me :)

BVU what do u use? Lets have a small battle lol

[exdee]

downgraded from 1000 mk3s to cdj 350s becuase i was short on money but it was pretty worth it hahaa gonna upgrade to 2000s soon

[-EuroRSN-]

Laidback Luke - DJsounds Show 2011 - YouTube

[!SG]

ditto,



^^ what were you using before?

[!SG]

no point, now you got serato, you can load everything thru the laptop!

your decks just become just that, just decks, only reason to upgrade is newer cdjs have the ability to control some of the serato functions right off the deck, and utilize the cues once again.

how do you like the sl3?


like what Denons? I would never upgrade from CDJ800s cause there is honestly no point but Serato was very necessary to me :)

BVU what do u use? Lets have a small battle lol

[-EuroRSN-]

^ Exactly, no point in upgrading. One cool thing i realized is my mixer is actually midi assignable so once i buy my wires i can map all the serato functions into my mixer :)

As for SL3 its awesome! i dunno how i managed to go so long with out it. Loops are finally alot easier and everything just fell into place. Beat matching requires slightly more skill now cause you cant always dial into the exact BPM as you would on a CDJ. The tempos are abit off but you learn better this way.. Totally worth the money imo.

SG do u spin?

BTW guys, were having a live DJ show on tonight from 8-10pm on USTREAM make sure you tune in :) Link will be posted soon ETA 2 hours

[-EuroRSN-]

On Live here is the link

[link]http://www.ustream.tv/channel/nimis-9-north-and-jet-live-stream