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Laptop DJ: Equipment and Must-Haves!
DJ’ing has become very popular in the last few years especially since technology has allowed a non-technical person to become a Pro DJ in a few weeks when equipped with the right Digital Scratching Tools available on laptops. This article will teach a person to DJ and what equipment they will need after the purchase of a laptop to start mixing beats like a pro.
Purchase a laptop. Look for a good brand Laptop that you know will not crash during a gig. If you are looking for a PC, I would recommend closely looking at customer reviews, talk to electronic store sales people, and even ask your friends what laptops they may recommend. The great thing about a PC is that a consumer can get a phenomenal computer with all the bells and whistles for a very affordable price. The problems PC’s face are viruses that infiltrate that operating systems and crash the hard drives erasure program, music, and important data.
Consider a Macbook. They are absolutely more money and don’t offer all the bells and whistles the new PC’s are coming out with, but they do offer stability, consistency, optimal performance, and are not nearly as susceptible to the viruses a PC can get.
Demo (trial) DJ Software before you buy it. You can get a bunch of free DJ programs to start with BUT these programs do not offer what the paid programs do. There are so many free programs that they are unnameable at this point but the ones that you should look into are Virtual DJ, Traktor, etc. These are programs that must be bought but offer things like, playlist controls, beat mixing features, sync mixing features, skins that look like real mixers, etc. The free programs will not do what you really need to do as a laptop DJ.
You can stop here if you just want to practice before getting into the equipment you’ll need to start DJ’ing gigs. You can even DJ smaller partied with good laptop speakers any time you want. To become an advance DJ with good sound equipment, move on to the next section.
You have your laptop and DJ Software, now you need a mixer. You have to plug your laptop into a mixer of some sort. You will output the speakers from your mixer. Mixers are fairly inexpensive and can be bought at your local music store. A 4 channel mixer would be fine. Some DJ Software Programs offer an USB external sound card. These sound boxes allow for separation of the Left and Right Channels. If you do purchase a usb external sound box you would run a 1/4″ cable out from the LEFT channel to channel 1 on the mixer. You would run a 1/4″ cable out from the RIGHT channel on the box to Channel 2 on the mixer.
IF you DO NOT have an USB external sound card, then you will be using the “OUT” or “Headphone” jack and run an 1/8″ out of the computer to 1/4″ into Channel 1 on the mixer.
You have your laptop, DJ program, Mixer, now you need speakers.To keep you set-up simple but still powerful, invest in POWERED (Active) speakers. (Speaker that you need to plug in to get to work). If you get passive (non-powered speakers) you will need separate amplifiers connected to you mixer. Powered speakers are more expensive but will punch/kick your music better and your dj set-up will be much simpler.
You have your laptop, DJ program, Mixer, now you need speakers. To keep you set-up simple but still powerful, invest in POWERED (Active) speakers. (Speaker that you need to plug in to get to work). If you get passive (non-powered speakers) you will need separate amplifiers connected to you mixer. Powered speakers are more expensive but will punch/kick your music better and your dj set-up will be much simpler. You will need 2 XLR cables. The female end will get plugged out from the mixer and into the speakers (Left/Right outputs). Buy 2 Speaker stands if possible.
You have your laptop, dj software, mixer (optional usb external sound card box), 1 1/’4 – 1/8″ cable, powered speakers, 2 xlr cables, and speaker stands. You just need your favorite music and you are ready to start practicing to become a pro DJ on a laptop.
DJ Tutorial: Self-Introduction & Equipment/Beatmatching Introduction
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Shure M44G DJ Cartridge for Scratching and Mixing $86.68 Revived exactly the same as the original, this companion to the M44-7 provides an ideal balance between skip resistance and accuracy of sound reproduction for entertainment purposes. The M44G is a versatile performance needle, appropriate for both intensive scratching and mixing.With a tracking force of 0.75 to 1.50 grams, and a frequency response which is essentially flat from 20 to 20,000 Hz, th… |
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VocoPro DA-3700 Pro 200W Digital Key Control Mixing Amplifier $302.77 Amazon.com Product Description The nicely affordable VocoPro DA-3700 Pro powered mixer gives you complete control over the quality of your vocal/music mix. A great choice for use in bars, churches, schools, and clubs as well as in-home systems, the DA-3700 features 2 unbalanced 1/4-inch mic inputs, and each mic and music channel provides individual EQ, balance, volume and echo level controls. The … |
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CUE 6.0 PRO DJ MIXING SOFTWARE $358.61 CUE is the new standard in DJ software. Play audio and video files at the same time including: DVD MP3 WMA AC OGG VOB WM V DIVX MPG WA V AVI Karaoke (CDG) files and more. Mix scratch juggle and sample audio and video files with your choice of 4 custom designed interfaces. With VST plugins sampling looping video transitions and effects and more CUE s the next step in professional DJ software. BPM D… |
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Pyle Pro PYD1270 12 Channel 2-BUS Mixing Console $105.84 - 4 Mono Input Channels (CH 1, 2, 3, 4) – 4 Stereo Input Channels (CH 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/12) – Master & Phones/Control Room Level Controls – EFX Send Level Control – Stereo Headphones Jack – Main & Control Room Out Jacks 1/4” – Mono Effects Send 1/4” – Effects Send Routable to Control Room – Stereo Tape In & Out Jacks RCA – Tape Input Routing to Control Room and/or Mix – 5 Segment Dual LED Level… |
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Sound Advice on Mixing $7.14 Alfred Music Publishing is the world s largest educational music publisher. Alfred produces educational, reference, pop, and performance materials for teachers, students, professionals, and hobbyists spanning every musical instrument, style, and difficulty level. . Medium: BOOK W/CD. Series: Artistpro. Songlist: View Songlist. Publisher: ArtistPro. Voicing: ArtistPr… |
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DJ Equipment: Mixing Console, Technics SL-1200, Final Scratch, Scratch Live, Cdj-1000, DJ Mixer, Cdj-500, Vinyl Emulation Software $19.96 … |
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Numark NS6 4 Channel Digital DJ Mixer Controller Kit $867.99 The NS6 is a 4-channel Digital DJ controller with complete built-in mixer and four decks of software control. NS6 is a pro-grade DJ controller and standalone 4-channel mixer with effects, allowing you to mix external sources with tracks on your computer. |
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PylePro 2-channel USB/ iPod DJ Mixer $79.99 3-band EQ, Gain, and Volume control per channelMaster level controlMicrophone input with Gain, Tone control |
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PylePro 8 Channel Mixer With RCA/XLR/8 TRS Line Inputs, LED Indicators, 3 Band EQ $199.99 8 Input Channels With Xlr ConnectionLow Noise, High Precision Microphone Preamplifiers8 Trs 1/4-inch Line Input |
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Pyramid 19-inch Rack Mount 4-channel Professional Mixer (Refurbished) $78.49 2 Turntable/8 Line Level (CD, Cassette Deck, Minidisk, Etc)/ 2 Mic Inputs7-Band Graphic Equalizer for Right Left ChannelsIndividual Rotary Controls for Mic Bass Treble |
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PylePro PEMP6 6 Channel Professional Stereo Console Mixer $198.49 6 Input Channels With Xlr ConnectionLow Noise High Precision Microphone Preamplifiers6 Trs 1/4-inch Line Input |
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Behringer Pro Mixer Professional 5-Channel DJ Mixer with Advanced Digital Effects and BPM Counter $227.04 The new PRO MIXER DJX750 merges intuitive operation with built-in digital effects processing for clean, transparent sound that will set your dance floor on fire. This Behringer mixer features five channels with advanced effects for your customized dj set. |
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PylePro 4 Channel Professional Mixer (Refurbished) $88.49 4 Channel Professional Mixer |
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DJ Tech U2 MKII All-in-one Mix Station $371.59 5 Effect with Real time control Filter, Flanger, Echo, Brake, ScratchAll-in-one solution: 2x Player + 1x MixerSong Data Base management to find songs quickly |
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Acesonic KJV-835 400W Karaoke Mixing Amplifier $589.99 With a built-in 3.5-inch LCD display, MP3+G playback and WAV recording this Acesonic AM-835 rack-mountable karaoke mixing amplifier will change the way you karaoke. This amp allows recording of both audio track and on screen graphic during MP3+G playback. |
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Acesonic 80-watt Karaoke Mixing Amplifier $149.99 The Acesonic AM-145 80-Watt Mixing Amplifier is designed with performance and value in mind. For those who need a professional karaoke mixing amplifier for smaller environments, this amplifier will definitely meets your needs in term of quality and price. |
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Numark NS6 4 Channel Digital DJ Mixer Controller Kit $925.01 The NS6 is a 4-channel Digital DJ controller with complete built-in mixer and four decks of software control. NS6 is a pro-grade DJ controller and standalone 4-channel mixer with effects, allowing you to mix external sources with tracks on your computer. |
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Pyle Steel DJ Mixer and Amp Rack $69.99 Hold your audio equipment on a steel DJ amp and mixer rack DJ gear has a reinforced steel frameRack rolls on heavy-duty wheels |
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PylePro PYD718U 6.5-inch 2-channel Professional Mixer $58.99 Improve your set with this 6.5-inch 2-channel professional mixerThe PylePro PYD718U has a USB jackDisc jockeys will appreciate the 2 line RCA inputs |
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Pyle 19-inch Rack Mount 4-channel Professional Mixer (Refurbished) $89.99 4 x U 19-inch rack mount mixer4 x stereo channels3 x band rotary EQ control for MASTER |
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Numark iBATTLEPACK Vinyl Plus iPod DJ Kit with Speakers $389.99 The iBATTLEPACK features the iM1 DJ mixer that records your mix to your iPod. with this iBATTLEPACK you can also perform with tracks from your iPod, connect optional gear like CD players, mics, and preview your mix in HF125 DJ headphones. |
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PylePro 16-channel Power Mixer $499.99 Update your audio equipment with PylePro 16-channel power mixerDJ equipment features 16 mono input channels with gold plated XLR balanced inputsUltra low noise discrete mic preamps with +48 v phantom power |
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Pyle PYD725 Audio Mixer $67.49 DJ equipment is a 2-channel professional mixerAudio equipment has one 1/4-inch DJ mic input Professional mixer has four line RCA inputs |
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DJ Tech i Styler Dual iPod DJ Mixer Station with Intelligent Crossfader and DSP Effects $229 Dual iPod docking with adjustable intelligent iPod bracket charging iPod during playing4-Channel Mixer (2 x iPod, Microphone, Jingles)Intelligent Crossfader |
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DJ tech Pro Hybrid303 PC DJ/ DIG Mixer $799 High-resolution controller built for TRAKTOR PRO and DECKADANCETouch sensitive 5-inch jog wheels with turntable feel56 Leds, 104 hands-on control including 29 knobs and 56 Buttons |
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DJ tech Pro 2 CH7 USB Input Twin DJ Mixer $403.91 2 channels -4 Line inputs -2 Turntable inputs2 USB input/output for Computer Playing and Recording9 Effects BPM Synced including In-Loop Sampler |
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DJ Tech Pro MIXER ONE Professional USB/ MIDI DJ Mixer $169 High quality replacement crossfader and faders6 rotary dials with center click for control over Eq. bands2 rotary dials without center click for control Gain function |
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MM-2400 Audio Mixer $194.99 MM-2400 Audio Mixer |
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Pyle Rack Mount Professional Dual DJ Controller W/ Scratch, Loop, Mixer, USB/SD $219.99 The Pyle Pro PDJ480UM is a rack mountable DJ controller capable of playing MP3 through its USB and SD card slots. This mixer also has a 10 track folder search big LCD display plus ID3 tag capabilities. |
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Behringer PMP6000 Europower 1600-watt 20-channel Mixer with Dual Multi-FX Processor $497.96 Ultra-compact 2 x 800-Watt stereo powered mixer (1600 Watt bridged mode)Revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology: enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-light weight |
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PylePro PYD1030 10-inch 3-channel Professional Mixer $77.99 Improve your set with this 10-inch 3-channel professional mixerThe PylePro PYD1030 features two convertible turntable RCA inputs with ground screwsThe 1×1/4-inch DJ mic input will be appreciated by all disc jockeys |
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PylePro PYD1000 19-inch Rack Mount 3-channel Professional Mixer $87.49 Improve your set with this 19-inch rack mount 3-channel professional mixerThe PylePro PYD1000 features three stereo channelsThe 1×1/4-inch DJ mic input will be appreciated by all disc jockeys |
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Pyramid RBPA305 300-watt 70V PA Amplifier with Mic Talkover (Refurbished) $104.99 This PA-amplifier features 300 watts output power and controls the volume of up to four mics. This PA-amplifier also includes a lighted VU meter and can be used with all mixers, PA equipment and home audio. |
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DJ-Tech iBoost 303 iPod DJ PA System $999 Dual iPod DocksSupports iPod, iPhone and iPod TouchIntegrated 2-Channel DJ Mixer |
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DJ Tech Pro Stage Visa 200 Light 140 Watts Portable PA System with Built-in MP3 Player $399 1 x 140W 5CH powered mixer with 8 x 24 Bit DSP effects2 x 6.5-inch coaxial speakers in lightweight ABS1 x remote control for the MP3 player |
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DJ-Tech iBoost 101 Portable DJ PA System for iPods $369 Dual iPod Docking with adjustable bracketRecharging iPods during playing2 Channel DJ mixer with Crossfader and 3 microphones input |
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DJ Tech T545A 15-inch 600W 2-Way Active Loudspeaker $399 Two ways active professional loudspeaker2-Channel Mixer built in with independent control2-Band equalizer for each channel |
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Djing for Dummies (Paperback) $13.45 Provides novices with the technical know-how to start and build a successful career as a DJ, featuring tips on the essential equipment, the basics of mixing and song structure, building a foolproof set and creating a great demo. Original. |
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How to Dj Right (Paperback) $10.1 A guide to becoming a disc jockey covers such topics as choosing and setting up equipment, harmonic mixing, choosing records, building a record collection, and how to find a job. |
