When it comes to buying DJ equipment, the key is to find the right balance between quality and affordability. You don’t want to spend too much money on gear that you’re going to end up using only a few times a year, but you also don’t want to skimp on quality and wind up with a subpar product, and a pair of DJ speakers are no exception to this rule.  In this review, we’re going to be taking a closer look at a pair of speakers any aspiring DJ should be considering, and that’s the Mackie Thump 12A powered speaker. The Mackie Thump 12A Lowdown Great Value Mackie THUMP 12A Price: $379 ..read more

With so many DJ controllers on the market, it is easy to feel overwhelmed by all the options when choosing the best DJ controller for you. But don’t worry, every year we update our list, we go even further to break it down by skill level and by budget. Our goal here is to use our 10+ years of experience DJing to guide you to making the right choice. So without further a do, let’s dive in. Why Buy a DJ Controller? A DJ controller is one of the biggest value piece of equipment you can buy. Using a controller will save you having to buy separate decks and a mixer, which for the most part, can be ..read more

Today we’re going to talk about my experiences with the Pioneer DDJ-SR controller. The Pioneer DDJ-SR was my first exposure to something that resembles a “real” DJ set-up.  I had pushed my borrowed DDJ-WeGo to the limit after about a year and had lined up my first live show. I was two days away from playing the show with the WeGo but managed to snag a used DDJ-SR for a great deal on a local online classified. I didn’t have much time to master it but I set off to learn how to use the damn thing before my first show.  It didn’t take long for me to get used to the layout becau ..read more

Edifier is among the oldest audio manufacturers around the world. Over the years the company has introduced some noteworthy products that perform exceptionally but come at a fraction of a price. Today we’ll take a closer look at the Edifier R1280DB, one of it’s flagship products.  Edifier R1280DB The R1280DB is a basic studio monitor with powerful sound output and covers high and low-end frequencies impressively. Apart from this, this studio monitor is portable and features a chic design which makes it more desirable.  A good studio monitor offers incredible sound quality which is a ..read more

No other brand understands the world of sound like Mackie. For years the company has created products that are tailored to provide DJs, sound engineers, and music producers the sound clarity that impresses the audience. That’s why today we are going to talk about their flagship product, a Mackie CR3 review. Mackie’s huge lineup of products comprises some of the world-class speakers that enhance the way your music sounds when played. The crystal clear output of Mackie speakers is hard to find in any other brand. Similarly, its Mackie CR3 is a widely known sound monitor and is preferred by DJs ..read more

So, you’ve always wanted to learn how to scratch DJ? Scratching is sometimes seen as the most difficult part of DJ’ing and turntablism. Learning how to scratch can be a slow process, but we’re about to learn all you need to know to get you scratching like a pro as fast as possible! When I was learning, I lost my social life for about 2 months. But once you perfect it, it’s really worth it. When you know how to scratch the crowd will react totally different to your set. And once you’ve finished playing you’ll almost always get compliments on your scratching. It’s really a great way of showing ..read more

Have you ever tried to find the best websites to download music for DJs? There are so many websites out there that it can be hard to decide which one is best. DJs are always looking for new music, whether it’s to DJ at a club or keep up on the latest tracks. This post will help you out by listing some of the best websites where DJs can download music legally. This list of websites offers a mix of free and paid options in a variety of genres to help you build the ultimate music collection. Whether you’re into EDM, hip-hop or underground, this list will have what you need to suit your music styl ..read more

If you’ve ever wondered how to mix harmonically like the way top DJs do it? This article is the perfect guide for you. It will teach you the fundamentals of mixing and give a detailed explanation of the Camelot wheel. This will allow you to play with any genre of music harmonically. This article will explore what makes up a harmonic set and how it connects with rhythmic energy levels in each song or track that is playing on your mixer at any moment in time. It also explores how different songs can be played together without sounding like they clash, and instead, work well together as one cohes ..read more

Most DJs search the Internet to find tracks to sample from and different tracks to incorporate in their upcoming sets. BUT you have to be careful, and make sure you’re allowed to use the music that you find and won’t come up against a copyright claim. So where do DJs get their music? Let’s explore today. There are many sources that modern-day DJs can use to find music. Let’s check out some of the most popular ways to find tracks and understand various aspects related to it. How do DJs find the music they need? With copyright infringement, big time recording studios, and digital rights manageme ..read more

Whether you’re a dedicated bedroom DJ or you’re hoping to get into your city’s DJ scene, every DJ needs to master transitions. A DJ with great transition technique can let one song flow into another without disrupting the energy of their audience. This guide will introduce you to what transitioning is and what tips and techniques you’ll need to master it. What is Transitioning in DJing? In the world of DJing, transitioning is the process of switching from one soundtrack to another so that the change isn’t noticeable.  For example, a DJ will introduce a second soundtrack as the first soun ..read more