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Posted by Sonic_c on Aug-01-2008 12:17:

Vinyl MP3

I always used vinyl but im considering going MP3. Whats a good dj set up for mp3s

Posted by skip on Aug-01-2008 13:23:

get traktor scratch or serato scratch, you'll get the best of both worlds!

Posted by Sonic_c on Aug-01-2008 13:25:

how does cueing up work? only one output on a laptop?

Posted by skip on Aug-01-2008 13:28:

quote:
Originally posted by Sonic_c
how does cueing up work? only one output on a laptop?

google is your friend

Posted by Sonic_c on Aug-01-2008 13:29:

My best friend as it happens lol where would we all be without google..

Posted by Zild on Aug-01-2008 13:41:

You cue it up by letting the record go when a phrase starts or hitting play on the CDJ.

Posted by Sonic_c on Aug-01-2008 13:51:

yes thanks for that LOL

Let me refrase

I have dj software where i can only hear the master 2 tracks playing at once. I do not have the option of listening to the cue in headphones and the master on speakers. DO i have to buy something to split the signal?

Posted by skip on Aug-01-2008 14:00:

Posted by Sonic_c on Aug-01-2008 14:02:

quote:
Originally posted by skip
if i were you, i'd buy traktor scratch or serato scratch, like i said earlier.

if you just want to dj with a mouse and a keyboard, then i'd suggest buying a sound card with multiple stereo outputs.

Sorry mate the question was not aimed at you was at the previous poster

Posted by skip on Aug-01-2008 14:05:

quote:
Originally posted by Sonic_c
Sorry mate the question was not aimed at you was at the previous poster

LOL. so only he can answer?

Posted by Zild on Aug-01-2008 14:11:

quote:
Originally posted by Sonic_c
yes thanks for that LOL

Let me refrase

I have dj software where i can only hear the master 2 tracks playing at once. I do not have the option of listening to the cue in headphones and the master on speakers. DO i have to buy something to split the signal?

He's right you need to either try running two soundcards or get a soundcard that has multiple outs. But if you're using vinyl already just pick up Traktor scratch or Serato and your computer to drag songs to the digital vinyl. Much better than mixing with a mouse which is what I'm forced to usually do. It sucks so I usually just mix at the rare gig I manage to find.

I used to have Serato with turntables and it was great. The only thing is that it doesn't work well with some of the beat up equipment you find in club booths, but I've heard Traktor scratch is more forgiving although I don't have any experience with it personally.

Posted by Sonic_c on Aug-01-2008 14:20:

Just been to the local dj store i need a usb mixer and this thingy that splits it for you $400 ish for the set up is that good?

i already got the amp and speakers at home

Posted by Zild on Aug-01-2008 14:35:

All you need to DJ off a computer is a soundcard with multiple outs and a MIDI controller would help but isn't absolutely necessary.

If you want me to tell you if it is good you have to let me know what it is. I don't even know what software you are trying to use.

Like I said earlier I would stick with vinyl if you already have turntables and records that you enjoy playing, but if you want to go all digital a soundcard/MIDI controller is what you need.

Posted by cmay119 on Aug-01-2008 17:26:

As the others have stated, it's best to go the Serato/Traktor route. As you already have 2 turntables. Serato will plug into the USB port on your Laptop/PC. You then use your Turntables + Mixer as if you were just spinning regular vinyl. But you get the added benefit of playing Digital media.

This would be the most cost/performance efficient method for you (IMO), as $400 for an all digital setup sounds pretty cheap.