Hello,

I just got this DiscoverDJ for Christmas and never touched any mixing equipment before this. Always loved and admired good mixes so I gave it a try. I think I've listened enough to mixes in my life to know whether something is good or not...but I can't tell if mine is good or bad... I know its bad in many parts cause you can hear the new song's bass come in often. I'm wondering if it is cause my equipment is bad. Considering buying real equipment, but spending $1K-$2K is not easy to invest.

Would you guys be so kind and let me know if my mix is ok and what I would need to work on? And will getting better equipment help me with the bass transitions? My only concern at this point is mixing songs. If I do improve, I would like to remix songs as well, but I think that's totally a different level. I'm just not sure if my mix is good or not and what I should be working on.

Here is the link for my trance mix. I chose most of the songs from Armin van Buuren's yearmix 2010.

Trance Mix 2010

Any criticism would be appreciated.

Thanks

Philtee

pretty decent for not mixing before, keep it up.

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Originally posted by philtee I chose most of the songs from Armin van Buuren's yearmix 2010.

That's the only criticism I would have to be honest as the mixing was actually pretty decent.

If you are looking to stand out, copying most of the songs of the 'number 1 DJ' year mix is not really original. There are a thousands of others who will only do the same.

I would recommend listening to the new releases in the Beatport trance section and spend a good few hours a week discovering trance tracks that Armin hasn't played. You will find it much more satisfying.
Even more so when you mix them and come up with something that defines your own style as opposed to emulating his.

I'm sure you probably chose these songs because they are already familiar to you so there is no harm in that.

Like I said, good job and best of luck. You are just starting out and I'm sure you'll find what makes you tick soon.

EDIT: The EQ'ing needs a little tweaking but that is again a very minor point and something you will come to understand the more you mix.

Check these:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Xp5L9wkZRY

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

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Thanks for the comments. So for the most part the mixing is ok? I don't know how to judge my own work...as for the songs, I only chose those songs because I knew them, but I didn't copy his yearmix style since he does everything in like 30 sec before moving to the next song.

As for the links, those are awesome. I think they inspire me to buy a real dj set hahaha.

But thanks again for the comments, it will help me try to learn this art...one day hopefully...

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Originally posted by philtee Thanks for the comments. So for the most part the mixing is ok? I don't know how to judge my own work...as for the songs, I only chose those songs because I knew them, but I didn't copy his yearmix style since he does everything in like 30 sec before moving to the next song. As for the links, those are awesome. I think they inspire me to buy a real dj set hahaha. But thanks again for the comments, it will help me try to learn this art...one day hopefully...

Yeah the mixing is fine. Not perfect yet, but don't be too critical on yourself (It doesn't have to be perfect everytime)
You are only starting out so have fun and enjoy it man.
You appear eager to improve - I'm sure you will.

There is plenty of time for the ever consuming harsh self-crticism in the years to come

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Absolutely agree on the track selection. Honestly, I would look for new tracks. And I don't mean 'new' as in the latest Armada release. Look for artists who are talented and not appearing on EVERY playlist this week. Find producers you like who are not famous yet and champion their songs. Don't wait for Armin van Buuren to green light a style or track. The only people who should DJ are people who KNOW what good music is and don't care who is or isn't playing it. (BTW this is just directed generally, I know you were using those songs to practice with)

That isn't to say you can't have any current hits in your mixes if you REALLY dig it.

The most important thing about DJing is track selection, mixing skill should be a sidenote.

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Originally posted by CalebGolston Absolutely agree on the track selection. Honestly, I would look for new tracks. And I don't mean 'new' as in the latest Armada release. Look for artists who are talented and not appearing on EVERY playlist this week. Find producers you like who are not famous yet and champion their songs. Don't wait for Armin van Buuren to green light a style or track. The only people who should DJ are people who KNOW what good music is and don't care who is or isn't playing it. (BTW this is just directed generally, I know you were using those songs to practice with) That isn't to say you can't have any current hits in your mixes if you REALLY dig it. The most important thing about DJing is track selection, mixing skill should be a sidenote.

your wrong, the way you stand and interact with the crowd is the most important thing, track selection should be the side note.

Thanks for the comment guys.

I actually used to be a ta member and found my songs from the forums. I came back to find more songs but I forgot my old account and saw this djbooth forum. Besides this place, beatport is a place to find new music? I agree that music selection and interaction with the crowd is both very important aspects of dj'ing.

I don't think I'll ever expand past my bedroom, but maybe if I work at it hard enough, I can do a wedding or some sort of small party . I'm really at the infant stage right now and it's more of a hobby than anything else, but I would like to do it right even if it's just for my own pleasure. I really appreciate the insights and if there is any more pointers, please post

Thanks guys

-Philtee

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Originally posted by orTofønChiLd your wrong, the way you stand and interact with the crowd is the most important thing, track selection should be the side note.

I am not going to engage you past this reply - raising your arms in the air during a climax is NOT what DJing is about.

1. John Digweed is virtually lifeless on stage. His sets KO a ton of people who jump around. Sasha doesn't move much either. It can work for SOME like Carl Cox but it has to be geniune.

2. What if the set is played on The Essential Mix, or downloaded online? Whatever the DJ did during the set will be completely lost other than the audio.

DJing is about the music. Not jumping on the mic and telling people to check out your facebook.

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no offense, but almost every one of the posts that you have made in this section of the forums dictates how little you know about djing.

quit faking the funk please.

how do you wear your headphones?

I don't have any specific way of wearing my headphones. That is the point. It was a joke.

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pro tip: lurk a bit more.