Hey, for starting out here are some key points of advice. First off, you will need at least either two turntables (TTs) or cd decks, a mixer, headphones and some type of speakers with either a computer or an amp/reciever.

First off, unless you absolutely can't afford it, then do NOT get beltdrive TTs. Look only at direct drive because they will help you beatmatch--the very first skill you will learn--much better.

Secondly, while you are saving, get a book called "How to DJ right" by Frank Broughton and Bill Brewster. Start reading that book and forums online like this one so that you know a bit about djing before you actually get your equipment. Think of it like reading a drivers manual or someone teaching you about how to drive a car, before you actually drive a car.

Thirdly, since it may take you a few more months to save up to get a whole system, see if you can't save until xmas and then cut a deal with your parents so that you can get a slightly better system, or a bit of vinyl.

Fourthly, never buy vinyl that you haven't listened to and know that you like. If you are skrimping and saving for a really cheap system, then you will not have $8-$15 very often to blow for each vinyl you intend on buying. Make sure that they are tunes that you can stand to listen to for weeks or months on end.

Fifthly, I don't know how to put this humbley, but I'd say that I'm pretty well respected on this forum for the thoughtfulness and good insight on my posts. I have a LOT of stuff that I can talk to you about starting out as a DJ. Feel free to PM me and I can answer more of your questions--or you can start new threads too to get everyone's input.

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When you dance, the DJ takes you on a journey, but he or she is usually not the focus of your experience at a club or festival or wherever you hear the music. Dancing is. Music is.