We're huge fans of the DDJ-Wego, an almost budget priced controller with professional quality features. The Wego also has a few interesting features such as its colour changing platters to suit your look, style and surroundings. DJ Harii Bo gives you a quick over view of what to expect from the Wego and then goes into detail of what colours and little tips and tricks you can do with the … [Read more...]
Have you picked up a Pioneer DDJ-Aero? Consider yourself lucky as they are great controllers. Or maybe you're looking at getting one and want to see what you can do. Well in our first Tips and Tricks video we show you something many DJs don't know they can do on the DDJ Aero. We've got more videos coming up for the DDJ Aero as well as other DJ equipment so don't forget to subscribe to our … [Read more...]
Adam Forgie has been having a good play with Pioneers latest controller, the XDJ Aero and looks to answer some peoples questions about what happens when you have to take a call on your phone whilst using your phone to send music to the controller. This video will give you some helpful tips to get the most out of the Aero as well as explaining what actually happens if your phone does go off … [Read more...]
DJing is a huge business with DJs not just providing music for clubs but also being hired for weddings, corporate events, school functions and the traditional clubs you'd expect them to be in. Its highly competitive with loads of up and coming DJs out there trying to get a piece of the action. To stand out many DJs are now taking their art which involves more than just simply spinning records and … [Read more...]
Djing can be a very expensive hobbie, especially if you are just starting out but there are many ways you can DJ for free until you are ready to buy some equipment. The first and most obvious way is to borrow some equipment off of friends but that isn't always possible. So instead try download some trial versions of dj software. There's loads out there from 30 day trial of Tracktor to iphone and … [Read more...]
Stylus' or Stylii are expensive. But they are the most important piece of your turntable equipment. Without them you wouldn't be able to hear the record. So it is wise to keep them clean and well looked after. But how do you clean them? You have to be careful because they are small and very delicate. You'll need a Stylus Cleaning Brush and a stylus cleaning solution. Do not use any type of … [Read more...]
You've already been DJing for some time we hope (if not check out our beginner DJ guides first) and you want to launch your own mobile DJ business. But where do you begin? Being a mobile DJ is much more than just turning up somewhere with a couple of decks and some music. It requires a lot of work and doing jobs you may not have even thought about so here's our quick guide to getting started as … [Read more...]
Vinyl records need to be cleaned. Either they get dirty from dust or just general grime from being used. The more you play your records the more dirt and oils from your hands will get on them. This will cause your records to skip or jump as well as ruining your needle. If you've ever picked up second hand records you'll most likely want to clean these either because they haven't been looked after … [Read more...]
CD decks are becoming increasingly popular. In fact more DJs probably use CD decks than turntables and the most popular brand of cd decks are the Pioneer CDJs and for good reason, they are awesome. Whilst each type of CD Deck is similar they will differ slightly. Most have a front loading slot for the CDs and many newer models, especially on the CDJ range allow USB sticks to be connected to play … [Read more...]
We get a lot of emails from beginner DJs asking for tips. That's why we have a whole section dedicated for How To DJ but sometimes you just want to quickly get advice before going into it in more detail. Some of these tips may not sound all that helpful, especially if they are not related to scratching vinyl but that doesn't mean they are not important or worth doing. So if you want to more from … [Read more...]
Digital DJs is where the DJ scene is currently at. Vinyl DJs who use traditional turntables are still around but more and more DJs are using CDs and MP3s to make their mixes. Not only are CDs/MP3s cheaper they are a lot easier to carry around to gigs too. Most clubs also favour digital djs with many now having Pioneer CDJs as standard in their club or venue. When you fist start learning to mix … [Read more...]
Direct Drive Turntables are very different from older belt driven turntables. Belt driven turntables can require you to replace the belt as over time it may become worn or break. Direct Drive motors are much more efficient, directly moving the platter from the motor. This improves record spin-up performance which is great for scratch DJs and also removes the need to replace the motor belt. As … [Read more...]
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