r/DJs

It got me wonderin... is it just me, or do DJs actually think about what to wear? Is there a DJ dress-code?

When I first started DJing, I was always conscious about looking stylish behind the decks. As time went on, comfort became just as important.

If it’s hot, I’m usually in a tee or short-sleeve shirt and jeans. If it’s cooler, I’ll rock a long-sleeve tee or a lightweight fitted-hoodie. I still want to look good, but I also don’t want to be overheating halfway through a set.

I’m curious… anyone else?
What’s your go-to outfit when you’re DJing?
Does it change depending on the season or the type of gig? Any features u specifically look for?
Is there anything u’ve always wished DJ clothing did better?

Apprdciate u reading this, cheers.

DJ Jalsa

Out of complete curiosity , Is it frowned upon to give another dj music you’ve bought off a legit site like beatport or 1 song from a dub pack etc

Hi everyone, since years ago I listen mainly disco/soul/groovy/deep/afro house, and I would really like to learn how to do some basic stuff from the beginning. I would like to know what should I have in mind, which ideas can I take(like music pools, programs, loops to play with, etcetc).

I have a Numark DJ2go2 Touch that a friend of mine share for 2 months with me and I would like also to know if its good to begin with and how to take the most out of it. I dont have a bit budget but neither would denied to spend some money in programs or pools. I am kind of travelling so a small dj controller suits me well for now but not sure if its actually the best?

Anyway, I would love to do this transitions like in the video and add some stuff like it does. which advises and recommendations would you do to me? thanks

The DJ we are considering uses the followingRFC speaker system: ART 715-A MK5 with boost low frequency enhancement.
With this system will it be noticeable that there is no subwoofer? I want the sound to be full and to feel some of the bass

I have been a dj in one capacity or another since 2015, when I was just 8 years old. I have perfected my craft in the house music scene, to a point where if you put me up against all of the house DJs in my college town of Kent, Ohio, I believe I’m better in skill and raw talent than everyone else combined.

I’ve spent thousands of dollars and hours over the years in the dj and production landscape, only to receive little to no support on my work.

Right now, I have over 40 dj mixes between YouTube and SoundCloud, over 10 releases over 4 years on major streaming services, and since I was 9, all I’ve ever wanted to do was be a dj professionally.

With all this being said, I’m just about ready to let it all go. Cut my losses, and call it a fun run while I can.

That’s why I’m posting this. I wanna get some feedback from the people here, and see where I could possibly go and/or do to change my trajectory.

I'm a Traktor user - have been for years. Use my trusty S4MK3 with it

I was playing with Djay and found it great fun, sadly the MK3 doesn't connect

What's our go-to equivalent controller? that new GRV thing from Pioneer?

I am looking to buy a PA Sub 18 inch and Pa Speakers
I am going back n forth between alto professional and JBL. I will be djing in my bedroom and occasional house parties with 20-40 people. I want bass. What PA Sub and Speakers would you recommend. People who own the gear and have experience with the gear can you please help me out. Thanks

I went to a small whatever the fuck last night, and ofc there was a dj, and he was playing a lot of like dark industrial. I asked if he could play something a little bit more upbeat

Bastard said “no I’m not gonna do that” and looked at me like I was ruining his night.

We are in fucking bar.

I don’t ask for much.

I left after that and went to another party thing because of him.

Goddamn motherfucker.

I’m still drunk and mad about that.

I used to DJ in my early 30s, and now that I'm in my early 40s, I'm thinking about getting back into it as a hobby.

Obviously, both the local scene and the music scene where I live have changed a lot over the past 10 years. Back then, I got booked mainly because of my music selection, even though I never really mastered DJing on Pioneer gear. I learned mostly on Traktor controllers with a laptop.

I'd love to hear from others who've made a similar comeback. How did it go? Did you find it difficult to adapt to how things have changed?

Hey hey, I’m new to DJing properly, I’m more of a producer. I’m planning on doing more gigs and wanting to add rock to the mix so I can play guitar with it.

Should I stick to more EDM based remixes of rock songs or should I just say fuck it and play full rock songs, specifically stuff like The Fall Of Troy, Black Midi, DFA 1979, Does This Offend You, Yeah? etc.
I want to add lots of indie pop, dance punk, post punk revival, and goth rock in there too. I just want to know if it’s a general no no to play rock or if it’s just a case by case situation

(I know The Fall of Troy has weird time signatures, I wanted to do weird shit with it)

I’m trying to build a home setup that’s as close as possible to what I’ll find in clubs, and I’m torn between two options.

Option 1: Buy a Pioneer XDJ-XZ.

From what I’ve read, it’s the closest all-in-one unit to the CDJ-3000 experience. I also like that it supports FLAC, seems to have a faster workflow than older players, and the jog wheels and overall feel are apparently very similar to the CDJ-3000s.

Option 2: Buy an Allen & Heath Xone:92 and pair it with XDJ-700s.

The problem is that the Xone:92 is my favorite mixer by far, and I’d love to have one at home. However, I’m worried that the XDJ-700s are getting quite old. From what I understand, I’d need to prepare my USBs differently in Rekordbox compared to what I’d use for CDJ-3000s, and I don’t want to build a workflow that doesn’t translate well when I play in clubs.

So my priority is to practice at home in a way that makes the transition to club gear as seamless as possible.

If you were in my position, which setup would you choose? Is the XDJ-XZ closer to the real CDJ-3000 experience, or is it worth sacrificing that to have a Xone:92 at home? I’d especially love to hear from people who regularly play on CDJ-3000s in clubs.

I am DJing a friend's birthday party next weekend at some random bar that has powered speakers I can hook my mixer up to, but I have to bring the cords. Pics are below and this is what I'm working with:

I have a super basic Pioneer DDJ-FLX4. Research says I need a dual male RCA to male XLR cord. I got THIS 10 foot one, although it's a small space and I'm pretty sure the speakers will be close to me. I'm good, right? I haven't worked with XLR connections in a long time and I'm so paranoid. Should I bring a back up cord just in case? I haven't played a party in a long time so I think that's where the anxiety is coming from. Thanks!

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i don’t have context to this question, it’s just a question and thought I had. Anyone in here a shy DJ?

I had a strange epiphany about using "a small mixer board" when I DJ mobile gigs now. I'm just curious if other mobile DJs do this by habit.

Assuming you have a good mixing board with no issues, I feel like a mixing board adds more flexibility in your audio chain:

1. Being able to play music while breaking down or setting up your DJ gear.
2. Being able to trouble shoot technical difficulties, maybe with your DJ gear or controller, but with background music continuously playing from the mixing board.
3. Swapping DJ controllers with another DJ
4. More mic inputs; more audio outputs, including one or two sets of monitor outputs.
5. Gives your portable or entry-level DJ controllers more audio I/O ports

Do any mobile DJs or event venue DJs like to throw in their own small mixing board in at events?

Hey!

I’m a DJ and I want to buy an action camera mainly to record my sets for YouTube, but also to reuse clips for Instagram, TikTok and other social media.

I’m deciding between the DJI Action 5 Pro(280€) and the Action 6(380€).

Most of my sets are recorded during the day or in the afternoon, but sometimes I record at night. I know the Action 6 is supposed to be much better in low light, and I also like the idea of being able to get both horizontal and vertical content from the same shot.

My question is: for this kind of DJ content, is the Action 6 really worth the extra 100€, or would the Action 5 Pro already be enough?

With the 100€ difference, I could buy memory cards, accessories, or just use my phone as a second angle when needed.

Thanks