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Posted by Strike on Oct-18-2003 04:50:

is it more important to have better TTs or a better mixer?

Posted by DeleriuM2K on Oct-23-2003 00:04:

quote:
Originally posted by Strike
is it more important to have better TTs or a better mixer?

tables first, then mixer
but make sure you get a pretty good mixer...

my first mixer was the Behringer VMX300... pretty damn solid built, and great for the price
check it out

Posted by caddyshack on Oct-30-2003 04:16:

quote:
Originally posted by DeleriuM2K
tables first, then mixer
but make sure you get a pretty good mixer...

my first mixer was the Behringer VMX300... pretty damn solid built, and great for the price
check it out

yeah right.. the mixer is where all the djing comes in unless you are scratching.

QUESTION: what is a good brand for amps? or does it matter much? i'm loking at a peavy and a crown, <$500 300 W per chan at 8 ohm. what do you think? is there a must have brand like technics is fot TT

Posted by Teraform on Nov-05-2003 08:13:

ok well im a newbie looking at buy a set up....here it is....just wondering if it is worth perchusing....
2 Technic SL-1200 MK5 Pro turntables for 400 a piece before taxes
Quartz direct drive accuracy with continuous pitch adjustment up to �8%
Very high torque motor for quick startups (only 0.07 seconds stop to speed)
Custom brake speed control
LED pop-up work light
Built-in anti-skate adjustment up to 6g
Arm-end scale for quick weight setting
Molded aluminum die-cast cabinet and heavy rubber base material
Professional Technics slipmat
Highly sensitive, low-mass tone arm with gimbaled suspension
Includes removable hinge-free dust cover

Vestax PCV175 Euro Techno/Trance Mixer 300.00 before taxes
60mm faders for the more sensitive control needed in techno/trance mixing. 3-band EQ with high, mid, and low level control together with trim is provided for each channel, and EQ range has been upgraded to -24dB cut and +6dB boost, and -24dB 'kill" switches added. Each input channel now features an effects send switch, with send and return levels in the master section. Other features include PFL switch, load indicators for inputs, 4 mic input levels, 10-segment LED for level, and detachable crossfader

Crown XLS 402 Power Amp for 329.99 before taxes
Rugged 2U chassis
Forced-air fan cooling
Electronically balanced XLR inputs
Touch-proof binding post and Speakon� outputs
LEDs to indicate clipping, power and fault conditions
570W per channel @ 2 ohm stereo
400W per channel @ 4 ohm stereo
260W per channel @ 8 ohm stereo
800W @ 8 ohm bridged mono
3-year, no-fault, fully transferable guarantee

then of course
Headphones...Sony MDR V700DJ's....love those things...
Speakers....not quite sure on those yet....
Cartridges...getting a couple extra just in case...

Now is this a typical set up for a Dj.....
Do i only need one amp....
is the amp i choose powerfull enough to power all of that....
Lata
P.L.U.R

Posted by DeleriuM2K on Nov-07-2003 03:45:

MK5 @ $400CDN a peice? used right?
either way, grab em

not sure about the vestax, I dont have any experience with vestax. my first mixer was a Behringer VMX 300... some quality stuff. around $300 cdn, solid built, everything you need. many TAers love the VMX300

amps, I dont know much about amps. I have my stuff all going through my computer cause I have a really nice computer sound system. I also recently got a pair of Mackie SRM450's (400 watts a peice) but their powered, so no amp required

if you have a nice computer sound system/home stereo just hook it up through there, amps and speakers can be very costly and you may not need them

Posted by NIxz_XyFeR on Nov-18-2003 18:05:

newbie needs help!

im not new at trance music but very new to dj-ing.so i dont know where to start...and im only 14. so equiptment can be quite expensive.so anything that i can do using my pc?and another thing..is PcDj ok? im trying hard using my keyboard for few basic rhythm...but no beat at the back...any idea wher to start?

thanks!help is much apreciated!

Posted by Turner on Nov-20-2003 20:06:

i have a question luke, my mixn is proppa poo so get ur ass to mine on sunday night. I need help.

Posted by Luke Terry on Nov-21-2003 13:21:

quote:
Originally posted by AlphaZonE
i have a question luke, my mixn is proppa poo so get ur ass to mine on sunday night. I need help.

heh kk

Posted by DjSway on Nov-25-2003 17:29:

Re: Beginner

quote:
Originally posted by The Greener
One thing I can't stress enough.... for equipment and gear information its good to ask questions on forums, beware of alot of Bad advice on forums, but for Mixing styles?? HELL NO!! I know that the best way to learn how to mix is without any advice, lessons or any influences,even from watching other DJ's. Watch and enjoy others play, but don't copy them... YOU WILL BE A POSER IF YOU DO SO.

on the contrary copying other Dj's is one of the best ways to learn! Having your own style is great, but I think there's nothing wrong with copying, that definetly don't make you a poser.

Posted by dark_tenshi on Nov-27-2003 06:10:

DO NOT rely on the BPM counter. If you have one on your CDJ or mixer, cover it with tape. It only fucks you in the long run.

Posted by Ashkar on Dec-10-2003 13:38:

Numark TT1600 vs Stanton STR8-20

Hi,

I'd like to buy a couple of turntables, to start trying to mix with them instead of my PC. Here at local stores I have seen 2 affordable models, the Numark TT1600 and Stanton STR8-20, at very similar prices. Do any of you have any experience with any of them? Any recomendations/suggestions/advise?

Posted by vaes on Dec-23-2003 13:20:

Re: newbie needs help!

quote:
Originally posted by NIxz_XyFeR
im not new at trance music but very new to dj-ing.so i dont know where to start...and im only 14. so equiptment can be quite expensive.so anything that i can do using my pc?and another thing..is PcDj ok? im trying hard using my keyboard for few basic rhythm...but no beat at the back...any idea wher to start?

thanks!help is much apreciated!

first try it out on other peoples decks( friends, family)
you must know a dj, ask him if you could try it out.
if this isn't an option for you well then youl just have to save a lot of money

Posted by MisterICE18 on Dec-26-2003 00:25:

Hello,

I�am going to begin as a DJ in about 2 month�s and planning on spinning Trance mainly with some techno / progressive.
I had 2 of these CD-players in mind: link

An now looking for A mixer:

A came out to these 2:
- Stanton SMX-401
- Vestax PCV-175

I have read some problems with both of them, the X-fader of the SMX-401 has a dip (link), but you can PFL with the EQ with this one, and some other small handy things. The 175 should have the x-fader shit too, and a click with the kill-switches (link), but sounds better...

(BTW, I don�t like the pcv275, that golden color is just )

Wich one should you take and why ?

Thnx,

ICE

Posted by gordie_3 on Jan-02-2004 07:28:

question!

hey everyone i just bought sum turntables and a mixer and i'm wondering some really basic things that seemed to get overlooked in lots of the FAQ's and general explanations. For example I understand most about scratching... but I was wondering more about finding spots on the record. If i want to use a certain spot is the best way to find it to spin the record really fast and if i want to go back do i spin the record backwards fast to get to the spot. orrrr should i lift up the needle and move it to the spot... or does it not matter worth shit and i should just figure it out myself haha.
I'm just not sure what is bad for records and such, do any of these things reallly mess up the record or is it just over a long period of time. also when i'm using a sample off a record the motor should be off shouldnl't it so i can get the best control? I dunno stupid ass questions... but like i said ones that i haven't found addressed newhere, and i'm sure they have been b4 in a forum but i coudln't find any cuz the "search" mode was bringing any up for me, but if anyone finds others pleze give me a link to it. Thank you very much! later everyone.

The often confused...
~Gordo!

Posted by Aquarius on Jan-19-2004 07:34:

well i've just decided to get into both mixing and producing. I have had ideas for songs for a long time and thought i should stop thinking and get to doing before im old :P i was wondering which would be easiest to start off with? mixing or producing. Would one or the other help you learn the other one? eg would starting mixing help you with producing? or are they just totally different. ur opinions? thanks.

Posted by liquidmist2001 on Jan-20-2004 00:17:

to tell you the truth, i don't think it really matters what way you start...cuz there's plenty of good examples of both ways available to you.

i think personally that it might be easier if you start mixing before you start producing. this will give you, the producer, a sense of the dj has to work with. for the most part the dj is gonna choose a song that has good energy/vibe and is easy to mix (but not always).

Posted by Aquarius on Jan-21-2004 07:05:

yer i've been lookin into gear and reading lots of reviews and i've settled on a Vestax mixer PCV-275 which meets more than some of the requirements that most DJ's say a mixer should meet. But i was tied for a second to buy that techno trance PCV-150 mixer not because of the name but cuz it was cheaper $100 or so

Turntables i thnk i'll get Technics cuz for the last 7 sites i've been to say great things about em, havin high torque, high rpm, etc... UM SLK-1200M*K or SLK-1200M*D which one is cheaper? i know that there both gonna be more than i need for a turntable for a n00b like me, so any diffs wont be too important at this stage. But Yer which would be cheaper and can anyong give me a price range for the turntable that is cheaper of those two series? THanks.

Spent a week on that now for the headphones choic thanks for your help

Posted by liquidmist2001 on Jan-21-2004 09:23:

u you can find a pair of used technics m2k, that's all you really need to dj. most mixers by vestax are really good. i would also look into some of the digital numark mixers, or maybe even a behringer vmx 300.

as for headphones...dunno if most people would agree with me, but i would say stay away from sony. overrated in my opinion. find a nice pair of stantons, or if u have the cash....the pioneer hdj-1000s. maybe even look at sennheiser and the technics headphones...

hope this helps

Posted by Kamikaze Badger on Feb-01-2004 00:01:

Ok, speaking as a total n00b here, what kind of mixer would be the best for a total beginner to buy? I've had my eyes on the Behringers, as they seem rather good and in-expensive, but what would you guys recommend?

Posted by razzi on Feb-02-2004 18:37:

quote:
Originally posted by Kamikaze Badger
Ok, speaking as a total n00b here, what kind of mixer would be the best for a total beginner to buy? I've had my eyes on the Behringers, as they seem rather good and in-expensive, but what would you guys recommend?

the 700 is about $200.. considering the features and quality, it is a damn good deal. it is basically the djm600.. but way cheaper. if your budget is really limited maybe try some stanton mixers.. i have one and its worked pretty well for the past 3 years, but when i move back the US i will probably get a behringer 700. its good to learn on the best, it really helps.

Posted by ARNATINE on Feb-23-2004 06:06:

quote:
Originally posted by Furel
Hey, I would like to know if there are any mixing softwares for beginners. I just want to edit and put some tracks together. Since I work fulltime and study at night, the only freetime I have is the weekend. So I dont want to spend lots of money on equipment that I will seldomly use. I just want to know what do I need in my PC to put some tracks together. I dont care if its not gonna sound REALLY good. Its just 4 fun!!! Can you help me? Thats all, thanks for you time.

I use Traktor Dj Mixer is very good and complete... you can + the pich or -... and many more.... and the best is that you can record the musical disaster that you have made...
ENJOY

Posted by KeFFy on Feb-26-2004 07:29:

as i got an advice for mixer, it was Behringer DJX700 it's the same as Pioneer DJM600, only prices and quality are different...
Now i'm searching for that behringer for lower prices than �270...

Posted by liquidmist2001 on Feb-28-2004 00:53:

quote:
Originally posted by KeFFy
as i got an advice for mixer, it was Behringer DJX700 it's the same as Pioneer DJM600, only prices and quality are different...
Now i'm searching for that behringer for lower prices than �270...

did you mean $200? cuz djmart.com has behringer djx700s for $200. i just bought mine from guitar center for $160, but it's gonna take another week to get here...cuz behringer is backstocked them by selling more units than they actually had produced

Posted by KeFFy on Feb-29-2004 19:23:

I meant euro... i know in USA prices are low... but here in Europe it's not so low as there, if i buy mixer built in USA, i got to connect it to a swedish voltage via an adapter...

Posted by SaM on Mar-10-2004 07:55:

Where is the best place to get decks in sydney (value wise)

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