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best starting trance dj equipment (pg. 2)
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| cheesy |
I didn't mention they were used, but in very good condition (less than half a year old). If you look around you can find some very good deals.
As for PC DJing, the most popular software is probably Traktor DJ Studio, and theres also PCDJ. You can get controllers that plug in USB if you don't want to use youre mouse a lot.
But computer DJing is kinda lame, in my opinion. |
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| Exodus17 |
| quote: | Originally posted by cheesy
But computer DJing is kinda lame, in my opinion. |
agreed, i do it in my bedroom though since i have no CD decks, i use Mixvibes
its free and simple, 3band EQs, the newer version has a feature that allows you to change either speed/tempo/key
again.. its really simple but it gets the job done better than playing my cds and mp3s from a portable cd player lol
it does have a crossfader feature but it sucks since the only way to isolate the cue track from the playing track is to play one on the right speaker and the other on the left:toothless
pointless as a lone mixing tool but i use it for beatmatching |
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| nrjizer |
| quote: | Originally posted by trance85
I see, so no real DJs use CD decks? It seems like CDs are kind of the "wave of the future" so to speak though? |
Not at all. Sasha is CD-only these days, and a LOT of top DJs are already headed in that direction.
Anyways, if you're willing to spend $1000 then I do suggest technics (you can get em $400 each new, or a lot less second hand). But unless you're prepared to spend an assload on vinyl, consider a CD setup. |
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| tu_face |
| quote: | Originally posted by nrjizer
But unless you're prepared to spend an assload on vinyl, consider a CD setup. |
totally, vinyl is an addictive substance. be warned ;) |
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| Trunker |
So you say you want to get into both producing and DJing, but you don't want to spend that much money? I see a problem here...
If you just want to DJ for fun and don't plan on going much of anywhere with it, then by all means just get some DJ software on your computer. These DJ programs are plenty of fun, but from what I've seen you can't do anything too serious on them. If you want to get real DJ equipment (which is what I'm working on right now) you're going to be forced to fork out a lot of cash.
As for the production end... I don't really see how you could just "start off" on both DJing and producing at once! I've been producing '99, and let me tell you: it takes a lot of effort and a long time to be able to produce anything good. Not to mention you have to get the experience behind you to begin with to have the capability to produce quality trax... it took me a few years before I could start producing professional quality trance.
If you're just trying to have fun then I would suggest for you to do everything entirely on your computer... the hardware is some expensive . If you are using a PC then for producing I would suggest trying FLStudio or Reason (these are the best you can get), and for DJing I would suggest Atomix, (although I know there is probably better Djing software out there.) :cool: |
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| echosystm |
| quote: | Originally posted by Trunker
If you are using a PC then for producing I would suggest trying FLStudio or Reason (these are the best you can get)... |
Wtf? Don't lie man ur just going to confuse him
--> More pro's use cubase + logic. Whilst this doesn't mean they are the best (for you), you have to look into programs other than FL and Reason cause theyre both considered "worse" than some others... But it is all personal preference ;)
You can get educational versions which are exactly the same for like... nothing (cubase is $600AUD or something) :) |
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| dj jasonF |
| lol something is wrong .... i can see my reply 3 times... maybe im drunk |
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| dj jasonF |
hmmm... if i was you id go for this set up
2 technics sl1210mk2 (250 on ebay. maybe cheaper)
stantons final scratch (250- 300 on ebay.you can play your mp3s with your table an d your pc like its real vinyl) finalscratch.com i think
stanton smx 401.
headphones... if there is no money left use anything you can find at home for the first month and buy some DAMN GOOD headphones... your best friend (id go for the sony 7056 (i think thats the model) or maybe the pioneer hdj-1000 . pioneers cost more tho
you dont need new stuff. used will do. ebay is cheap and in my opinion reliable, since i ve been shoping from ebay long time now. (both eq and vinyl) take the stuff from ebay. and 1000$ can buy you a really decent set up if you know where to get it.
now... a dj with no vinyl experience is not a dj... i mean vinyl will teach you to mix using your ears + getting good tracks on cd is pretty hard (ex if its commercial). vinyl is more expensive but thats why i recommend final scratch. go to www.stantondj.com and have a look maybe thats what you need... you write your cds to your computer and you can mix both vinyl and cds.
but if its just for fun... tracktor dj studio 2.5 is good enough
any questions pm me :toocool: |
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| Cheetah86 |
| quote: | Originally posted by crchingtiger
BUT... Pioneer is doing a $200 mail-in rebate on all of their mixers. And, if you're looking for a good mixer, go for the DJM 300, which runs for $265... but at the end will only cost you $65, which is pretty darn good for a Pioneer. |
That would be sweet, but...
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Purchase a Pioneer DJM-707, DJM-909, DJM-3000, DJM-600/600K, or DJM-500 from an authorized online or offline Pioneer dealer between September 1, 2004 and December 31, 2004 and Pioneer will give you a $200 rebate!
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from http://www.pioneerprodj.com/popuprebates.html
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| Trunker |
| quote: | Originally posted by echosystm
Wtf? Don't lie man ur just going to confuse him
--> More pro's use cubase + logic. Whilst this doesn't mean they are the best (for you), you have to look into programs other than FL and Reason cause theyre both considered "worse" than some others... But it is all personal preference ;) |
Well yes I guess it is all preference. My apologies. :toothless |
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| 3xx3r7 |
Make sure you have enough money for vinyl. And I mean enough.
VAS (Vinyl Addiction Syndrome) is a very dangerous disease. :toothless
Once you buy your first batch, you will want to buy another one, and wait, there is another favorite you are looking for. And there are 6 more you've been looking for, but they are expensive, ahh screw it, gonna get them and then I'll stop.
Some time later: "OMG, What is that on the wall? That tune kicks ass , gotta get it."
This cycle continues. :D |
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