5 DUMB DJ LIES I Believed As A Beginner

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I’m gonna confess to you 5 Dumb DJ lies I believed as a beginner, and the truth I discovered about each one, as I progressed thru my career!
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Lesson 1:
So the first dumb lie I believed was that, DJ gear will make you creative, will make you better, and will get you gigs.
What will do all of that is not what you use. But your ability and work ethic to get better with what you have to become the better DJ you want to be.
Lesson 2:
So there I was with my beginner DJ controller, and I practiced with it everyday, till I got the basics down. And eventually I finally felt like I was ready to do a live gig.
So I waited and waited and waited, and eventually one of my friends pulled through and got me a party to DJ. The thing was, was that he wanted me to do this party for free, since I’m just starting out.
So I did it. I took the gig, DJ’d for 8 hours, and made no money at all.
After that gig though, I actually started getting more referrals to play for more parties, and eventually I started charging money, and you know what, people started to paying me.
So what I learned is that Dj’ing for free isn’t as bad as you think. You get experience, you make connections, and most of all, you get your name out there in your local party community scene!
Lesson 3:
So I got a few gigs here and there, and eventually saved enough money to buy turntables.
And I began practicing like crazy on them. I would spend everyday just honing my skills on these turntables, with the objective to get really good in DJ’ing, so much so, that my skills will eventually triumph in a couple of DJ competitions.
Anyway. What changed it all for me was when I shifted my focus - to actually trying to make a difference, by producing content that showcased my unique abilities and talents in DJ’ing. And so, the gigs started rolling in.
You see, the path to success in DJ’ing does not only lie in having the ability to DJ really well, but also having the ability to make content like videos and tracks that showcase your unique skills, abilities and talents.
Lesson 4:
So there I was DJ’ing, and making content, and I began to think that this was it. That this is all I have to do to get booked and sustain my career. That just DJ’ing and producing were the main things one should do as a DJ.
But what I’ve realized and learned thru my years of being a DJ, is that a DJ can’t just be a DJ.
In our time now, they have to be a lot of things. Like a videographer, photographer, manager, and especially, a social media marketing expert.
You have to remember that social media is a tool that everyone has and utilizes to their advantage. And failing to grow with the times, and utilize that tool, will result in you having a harder time establishing your career as a DJ.
Lesson 5:
So the gigs started rolling in, and I was finally DJ’ing out in the wild - making a few bucks here and there. But the thing about my style of DJ’ing, is that I like to showcase my scratching abilities and skills in doing technical and complicated mixing.
So the option to use Sync began to look appealing. So I said “ff it”.
The crowd does not care what equipment you have, what buttons or functions you’re pressing or even what tricks you’re capable of doing. They just care if you’re giving them a good time. And as a DJ, it’s our responsibly to always ensure that no matter what way.
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@Casketkrusher_ 4 года назад

I still dj for free, mostly free parties. Just enjoying the music, see the people have a good time. That's the rave culture.

@MrBati122 4 года назад

Only shitty EDM DJ’s ask for money before being pro.

@dylanewell7900 4 года назад

That is why i do it. The music and pure happiness is payment.

@joeschultz8349 4 года назад

I never got paid loved doing house prties

@honDaggerlee 4 года назад

I miss the old underground raves in my community. Everyone grew up and it faded. I played for free but made up to 2500$ per gig eventually. Such a great 12 years of my life.

@unkindrecordings7132 4 года назад

#freepartyisnnotacrime #Plur #SouthWestdoesitbest ;))

@headphonetribe 4 года назад

The DJ is the loneliest dude at the party.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

So true

@musicbyai3 4 года назад

Not really, i call one of my friends every time and id be doing the work and he would be standing with me helping in something (some times i ask someone that knows how to breakdance, or someone to do vocals, etc)

@bronxjamaican8750 4 года назад

I was one of the drunkest guys at the party when I would dj. But not the loneliest

@jamesarmendariz6384 4 года назад

not for me... I usually have 2 -5 ppl around me not to mention the bartenders always refilling my glass... I'm part of the party...

@rangerarmonika 4 года назад

Well, speak for yourself. There are people who feel more social with the gear they have, instead of hanging out with the others.

@sivlee8909 4 года назад

'You see, you gotta remember who you're DJing for. You're playing music for the crowd and not for the DJs. The crowd does not care what equipment you have, what buttons or functions you're pressing or even what tricks you are capable of doing. They just care for giving them a good time and as a DJ, its our responsibility to ensure that no matter what way.' Holy shit, this actually got me. Thanks for the tip.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Gotta keep the energy high. 🔥 Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

@TheHealthConscounist 2 года назад

Yup that’s the harsh truth for all of those DJs who criticize other djs for their styles, if the crowd loves it why does it matter what dj technique you’re using

@placidesulfurik 2 года назад

It's a perspective thing. Even as a DJ, try to think of what draws you to a DJ or another: in all cases, it's the memory of attending a show (or watching a video / listening to a mix) that made you vibe. At the end of the day, it's all about the flow of music. The DJ focuses on transitions, but the crowd focuses on tracks.

@lokilha 2 года назад

I've been a DJ for almost 20 years at a residency in a party bar. Trying to find a new DJ is impossible cause they all want to be a superstar DJ. Playing the songs and mixes they like or set they prep. Trying to teach a noob to play the latest EDM and mix an EDM tracks to requests like Shania Twain, ABBA etc. is a nightmare.. In a venue you may get a Hen Party 30+ in age and a Birthday aged around 18 and being able to read a crowd and mix various genres and music together to please a various age, gender, crowd and music lovers.... The Crowd is more important than the tricks, mixes and latest tracks. Most New DJ's don't understand this and are not prepared for it, turning up with 20/40 tracks on one USB doesn't cover it. I have CD's in order under the booth, Colour Coded USBS with various Genres on them and a laptop with 1000's of tracks on a harddrive ready to copy over on to USBs if needed...... Requests and the ability to adapt to a crowd makes or breaks a Resident DJ...

@drapiktube 2 года назад

Pure wisdom.

@g30jack 4 года назад

In the '80s, I got the girls. DJing is how I met my wife.

@sashabeep 4 года назад

80-90, early 00-s was a great times :) But for now, i think, it's just a myth that being a dj gaining up women interest

@djblackstallion1408 4 года назад

If you did it, I can do it as well

@thanaram4677 4 года назад

God bless you

@DJSupe 4 года назад

@@sashabeep It is not a myth...believe me. It is more about how a confident DJ carries themselves. In any profession where an observer is immediately gratified by a performance, there is always admiration. The DJ persona is intriguing to say the least.

@sashabeep 4 года назад

@@DJSupe bro, i know. But being a dj is not only reason to be attractive.

@priyonjoni 4 года назад

“Real DJs use vinyl” ok Boomer 🤷🏽‍♂️

@gelatinous6915 4 года назад

Ayyyy my other favorite sarcastic anti-purist DJ

@Lukas-ye4rg 4 года назад

real DJs can and should know how to play vinyl - but not should or have to use it all the time. I use 2 reloop 8000s with serato bc of the feel and I prefer an actual turning platter, still most gigs I play are on cdjs or on a controller

@mplyfe_ 4 года назад

😂😂😂😂

@matthewthechalk 4 года назад

@@Lukas-ye4rg I ain't gonna spend thousands of dollars on vinyl and a vinyl setup. Fuck that. I'll spend 2k on a decent controller and it will achieve the exact same thing

@g30jack 4 года назад

As the resident old guy, in my opinion, DJs should be ABLE to use vinyl, but vinyl only is kind of stupid in the 21st century. And I was Gen X before they sucked me back into Boomers, so I'm sticking with that. And all you Millenials need to get off my lawn. :)

@seven20htx 4 года назад

Bro, I can’t say this enough, you’re the real deal, humble, down to earth, a teacher. I’m 46 years old and wait for your videos to learn something new. I appreciate every single video you post.

@djlokey2820 4 года назад

@@djcarlo I'm 49 bro and I'm 100% with you. I watch and still learn even though I've been in the game for 35 years. A "real" DJ knows his own lane and doesn't tell other Dj's if they are real or not. If they find questions with someone else's style, then they ask and or mentor!

@dillpickle2131 4 года назад

Bruh.................

@djfratboy3167 4 года назад

Dude even the I love Dj Carlo he is NOT humble

@raywill9149 4 года назад

I'm 40 years old and just bought my FIRST controller. Silly me. I BEEN DJing my whole life and didn't even realize it. Every where I go, I always want to be the dj(church, work, family gatherings, etc). Just recently I answered the questions "what would you do for a living if you could not fail?" and "what would you do even if you had to do it for free?". Thank God ! He lifted the veil and I had an epiphany !!

@ndrinks5550 3 года назад

Sync and waveform displays are great tools but if you can learn to trust your ears just as much as your eyes then you can't go wrong. Also never underestimate just how much nerves will come into play, mixing with shaking hands is damn hard and the tracks will suddenly seem to be a lot shorter than they were when you played them with nobody watching :-)

@djcarlo 3 года назад

true that! thanks for sharing your experience with everybody here!

@inhouseclubdj 4 года назад

I just want to DJ its all about my love for music it’s not about the girls

@CollosalTrollge 4 года назад

I agree also. Music changes but girls dont, tons of girls to find and eventually you might need to marry 1.

@Lukas-ye4rg 4 года назад

had a gig last weekend and a girl asked me to make out for a dare while I was playing - after 2 sec I realized the outro will start in 30 sec and pushed her away and said sorry no time lol. if you DJ you get girls but never have time for them anyways haha

@CollosalTrollge 4 года назад

@@Lukas-ye4rg Sadly most DJs , at least the ones i have tried to request a track from or even have a general discussion in South Africa and here where i am not in the Philippines, have been real dicks, so selfsh. Either trying to throw you off the rails or feed you bullshit about genres or tell you they are not active but will see who they can speak to for you. Next thing you realize they are playing at a carwash down the street or at a pub, how? their name is written on a flier. Not sure why people have to be like that. For somer to join the love of sharing the passion of music , its really just for that and not for the money , but i guess the money is first for some and the fame too or even innsecurity or feeling of threat. Oh well. Not much the good guys can do about it. Of course what i say is not a general rule or blanket experence , but its my experience an my learning from feedback of others too.

@one_beerleft 4 года назад

Same

@ovotal 4 года назад

Lukas lol I had to learn the hard way, I was djing at a friends party (also a dj) and I was mixing with his gear, a girl was dancing beside me for like an hour and at the end I finally started talking with her so I called another dj that was also in the party, we were doing back to back so I had already mixed my song and was dancing with the girl and a lot of times the other dj messed it up ( he only knows the basics ) so I had to constantly fix it up, well I was dancing with the girl and suddenly all the music stopped, I was like what did this guy do and I saw the computer and it was all black, a girl poured a whole bottle into the computer and the party was over, my bad for not taking care of the booth and because I got distracted but I will always remember that day

@djdeeonemix 4 года назад

I really want to be a pro dj like u bro🙌 scratch like u

@everdark8399 4 года назад

Well, start practicing now.

@JimLigon 4 года назад

I started DJing in the 1980s. I'm not one of those dudes that think you're not a real DJ if you're not DJing with vinyl. I remember the 1980s & I wish I had my controller back then. Ruining my records and hailing all of that heavy shit was not the highlight of DJing. LOL! Cool video.

@fedoramcclaren4294 2 года назад

Indeed...I actually ended up with a hernia based on all those events I did carrying at least ten crates most of the time...

@doowopshopgal 4 года назад

The last few sentences went straight to the heart. It doesn’t matter what you’re using what buttons you’re pressing as long as you have the music that makes the crowd jump. If you have that you have won the crowd over.

@elvoj5245 4 года назад

Totally agree about sync, that's the one I believed the most. Still the feel of touch of matching tracks by hand, yet certainly using sync enables me to play 4 decks and an fx unit a lot more comfortably than by hand... I honestly just think: make use of all room sync can provide to your creativity. PD: keep up the great work, your humbleness benefits us all.

@jordanlance886 4 года назад

omg.... this video is so incredibly reassuring for a beginner DJ. thank you

@oodlesofhoes 4 года назад

True! I started 20 years ago with hopes of being the greatest! I am currently really good and making 0 $'s an hour...

@Mario-ht6oc 4 года назад

1:00 * depressed moment *

@robotoverlord3094 3 года назад

69!!!

@sircoolalpha 5 месяцев назад

i'm the 69th like

@8bitflea 4 года назад

This guy inspired me to start, I’m starting on my iPad with Djay, most DJs turn me off to trying because to them if you don’t start when you are 5 yrs old you are fake 😞

@BrainonBaker 4 года назад

8bit Flea I started out the same way and now I have a full set up and I’m doing gigs. You’ll find a lot of people try to tell you how it should be done, but just do you bro. You got this!!

@devote 4 года назад

I couldn't start til I was 17 and had my own money. DJs who start early just had rich parents.

@milotxh 4 года назад

Make songs. Make your own music that's how u become famous.

@melburnmt7320 4 года назад

I'm 24 and just bought my first DDJ400 - no experience in music whatsoever but just going to try! How are you now 9 months on?

@Kai-cw2nn 2 года назад

@@melburnmt7320 how did it go bro. any luck?

@yahozna67 4 года назад

I couldn't agree more with your comment about using Sync. Our job as DJs is to play tunes that people want to hear and to dance to. They couldn't care less how we do it. I started on belt-drive vinyl decks many years ago and progressed through Technics 1210s, less expensive Pioneer CDJs and now a Pioneer XDJ-RX2 so I feel I've paid my dues as a DJ. I've always used the Sync button on controllers. Why wouldn't I? It means I can concentrate on the mix and the sound and of course the crowd and can forget about whether I'm in sync or not. 'Purist' DJs who think otherwise are thinking more about themselves and how 'cool' they think they are, and not about the actual job of pleasing the crowd.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Thank you for sharing your insights! Woot woot!

@nihaomao3063 2 года назад

Truth hurts.. haha many of us from the DJ/producing camp always fail to remember that no matter how great your mix is, how unique your art is, the way you used the EQ, the quality and seamlessness of the mix, the market ONLY gives a fuck as to whether they’re having a good time or not, and our ability to accept this reality will determine if we’re gonna be bedroom DJ producers or professional brands. Thanks for being real. Again I say, the truth hurts, but it’ll set us free.

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Always wanted to keep real, hence the honesty in the video! Thanks for the comment bud, and that quote at the end is something I live by everyday!

@nihaomao3063 2 года назад

@@djcarlo ❤❤❤

@Morales-nt6vi 4 года назад

The only thing the crowd is worried about is loud clear sound and keeping them moving with good groovy funky music with no abrupt interruptions.

@djscottymaxx 4 года назад

Morales 1370 exactly, 💯

@djpaulthompson 4 года назад

Your on the mark Morales........EDM, HIP HOP, DISCO, FUNK.....regardless of your style......its the programming of ya tracks and "WORKING THE CROWD"

@JustinKrux 4 года назад

id say the moment you realize the crowd actually wants a little bit more than that, is the moment you start moving up fast.

@chaz-e 3 года назад

Carl is so humble and straight forward. Keep it going bro!

@djcarlo 3 года назад

thank you sir! appreciate that!

@Eijnk 4 года назад

Dj Carlo releases new video *Everyone liked that*

@italyisntreal 4 года назад

216 people disagree

@nnwaagu4370 4 года назад

My first gig as a Dj was free is always that ....no one want pay anybody they don’t know

@nnwaagu4370 4 года назад

DJ Carlo Atendido but that is people mentality after my first gig people start calling me all around

@bboymac84 4 года назад

True. They pay to insure proper service

@djshawnstacks 4 года назад

Mac Joseph No offense but you are the last one to talk you the dj that under cut other DJs at The Point just keeping it real.

@ghilbey 4 года назад

I completely agree with you, the most expensive equipment doesn't make you better dj

@djMKoz 4 года назад

It may help a bit, but not as much as many people think ;)

@Patrycja149 4 года назад

That is true with every aspect of life. You know the saying: A bad workman always blames his tools. ;) You just have to feel the music and have the sense of rhythm.

@egosumumbraemortis5609 4 года назад

Myths I Believed vs. Truth 1.) "DJ purists use vinyls" - if you DJ professionally, for a living, vinyls are the last thing you need. Maybe use them to put under your table to make it more level. You're not going to tell me have a 1 TB SSD with instant access to a million plus songs is worse than manually selecting a vinyl, dusting it off, and placing it on turn table. That age is gone my friends, don't bother 2.) "You need the best gear to be successful" - My mentor I shadowed for years has some of the most torn up kit I've ever seen. Speakers scratched up to the max, soundboard from the 80's, doesn't even know what a controller is......and yet is booked nearly all year long to play and people love him! His whole rig is less than 5K in expenses and he kills it. I believe sound quality and solid laptop are key, but other than that the gear falls by the wayside if you know how to use it right. 3.) "You need a fancy website to get booked" - Same gentlemen, my mentor above and many other professional DJ's I know don't have a website at all. Just business cards. A website certainly helps, but it's not a deal breaker for many people. All the work I've done so far has been word of mouth only and I'm killing it. 4.) "You need a subwoofer to succeed" - Unless you're doing concerts, giant ball rooms, school stadiums, etc, this just isn't true. Most 15" tops have enough drive on the low end to really bang out enough thump for most size venues. Plus, carting around a 70 lb. sub in your car and up stairs and all over is a pain, even with an equipment dolly. 5.) "You need to know how to beatmatch like a pro before getting booked" - I still RARELY beat match unless I'm at a club-esque atmosphere and people would enjoy it. The crossfader at key points between two songs is far more a useful tool than beatmatching. Most weddings I do I don't beat match whatsoever. No lies. 6.) " I need gobos, uplights, pin spots, strobes, etc to look professional" - Although in some venues this is called for (read contracts and discuss thoroughly with coordinator to ensure what they expect) having an excess of lighting effects not only increases your liability (people can and do have seizures due to epilepsy, and if it's your fault and you don't have an indemnity clause in your contract you WILL be sued by said person AND the venue) but can look tacky if used with the wrong crowd. I specifically recall a venue that I was assisting a DJ with where the couple getting married specifically asked for a Gig Bar 2 to be there. The gig bar, for those who don't know, is basically an entire array of lighting FX and turns wherever you are into a light show. However, the crowd was all upper 40's and 50's types and not a one of them appreciated being shot with lasers and strobes while dancing. It bombed pretty bad. 7.) "I don't need a contract to be successful, I'll just trust people to pay me" - maybe the biggest myth out there. If you don't have, in writing, the signature of the venue or client that you're providing a service for, you will get screwed all the time. Some people are genuinely nice and trustworthy, but a lot know that there's a billion DJ"s out there waiting to make a name for themselves, and giving the old "well everyone will know who you are, that should be enough" speech has suckered many, MANY DJ's into getting swindled. I make my clients sign or initial a.) How much they're paying me b.) at what date the deadline to pay me is c.) what I'm being paid for specifically. I know this rant is getting quite massive but I figure if someone reads this and is saved an enormous lawsuit or getting ripped off, it'll be worth it. The only thing, and I mean the ONLY thing that will hold up in small claims court is either emails, signed contracts, or saved voice mails from the client to you saying implicitly, they will pay and what for. There's no reason not to do this. Cover your butt and go get them!

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Thanks for the very insightful comments you got there! This is what I like about our community! We share our experiences! A common takeaway from your points is that DJ needs to be resourceful and creative!

@eyespy3001 4 года назад

Thanks for the tips on how to be a wedding and bar mitzvah DJ. I’ll stick to not listening to a goddamn thing you said because a lot of it is contradictory and bullshit and continue to play clubs and lounges, getting paid to NEVER have to play the fucking Electric Slide.

@02rjmartinez 4 года назад

So helpful

@paulj9821 4 года назад

@John Matrix Speak for yourself, Child.

@djshenks5281 4 года назад

Your point about using sync is spot on. I used to chastise people who use sync, but now I hardly perform without it. It takes away that timely process of beat matching so I can focus on quick fire mix and samples. Your videos are always very informative, keep up the good work.

@healerise 2 года назад

The fact that you're DJing for the crowd first is really talking to me. I will add that I learnt that it is very important to observe the "mood" and reactions of the crowd : the ability of adapting your set is a key, we don't have to stay in our comfort zones with tracks/transitions habits. Don't forget for whom we're live djing :) Thanks for your good work!

@djcarlo 2 года назад

I'm really glad you connected with that! And indeed, it's something I really stick to when I'm out there DJing.

@suave6565 4 года назад

What you said in this video is so true! It seems these days, becoming a DJ seems to be harder or just as hard compared 10 - 15 years ago The only difference is, there is no footwork to take your demos to a promoter at a club..everything is social media which gets you more exposure but with so much content out there, you have to stand out...now you have to invest in more equipment aside from DJ gear...lights camera, software..its almost best to become producer than a DJ

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Wow! You have great and insightful comments! Thanks for sharing this!

@crescenciojohnmichaelp.8008 4 года назад

Real DJ is only focused on Mixing some music not on GIRLS hahahaha lol.

@shonkytours2039 4 года назад

Im glad when i started out in 90's there was no social media, so all i had was my djing talent, organising a few out door parties in our local quarries got so popular big clubs started getting in touch, then rest is history. Also back then you could only use vinyl no 99cents downloads lol, so most my wages would go back into buying vinyl at £7 a record (dônt know what that is in $ lol), so if i was making£800 for 2 hour set, half would go back into records, + petrol driving all over the country and investing in better sound system for continuing parties 😎. But i cant deny the girls saw me as some sort of god lol, something i could never get my head around because all i was doing was playing records, most could do it if they learn to beatmatch and practice. But can't complain, had a life most would dream of 👌😂😂

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Wow! Thanks for sharing your history in DJing! Those are memories to keep!

@shonkytours2039 4 года назад

@@djcarlo love the videos Carlo.👌. Although ive been at it for years, i still really like watching your videos. You can explain stuff easily. My girlfriend has been using my decks to practice and get better at mixing, so best me tell her to watch your videos instead.😊

@djwalkerfemaledj Год назад

I couldn’t agree with you with you more DJ Carlo👏🏾👍🏾

@djcarlo Год назад

Video straight from the heart Walker!

@errata 4 года назад

The techno DJ experience is so different from yours, not hating, just comparing mine to yours.

@ZacharyAghaizu 4 года назад

please expand

@errata 4 года назад

@@ZacharyAghaizu Uhh I forget my exact train of thought, but the clubs, crowds and sets and how the mixes are done are just extremely different from EDM/varia/pop music djs.

@chrissymoltisanti1892 4 года назад

errata the music tends to speak for itself rather than social media and networking have as big of an influence as it does in edm.

@errata 4 года назад

@@chrissymoltisanti1892 Yeah, the expectations what you should be doing are different. Social media still plays a huge part of getting booked tho.

@chrissymoltisanti1892 4 года назад

errata yeah mate that’s relevant to any form of networking these days within lots of industries, just the way the world works man.

@janicechow1089 4 года назад

my question: why do DJs always wear black only? (lol, you're also wearing a black t shirt)

@djcarlo 4 года назад

I'm not sure for other DJs, but for me, It's a personal preference.

@calipachanguero 3 года назад

@@djcarlo its has to do with video, people discourage people from wearing white because of the way it looks ion video.

@aripjeetsidhu3819 4 года назад

I finally started a week ago and picked up a controller thanks to this guy for the motivation

@cweathersby 4 года назад

about to do the same..esp cause Im gonna be stuck in the house because of this stupid virus lol

@morris9651 4 года назад

Corey Weathersby, get the ddj 400!!!!!! It’s the best beginner controller, i would look more in depth at it, it’s an amazing controller

@aripjeetsidhu3819 4 года назад

@@morris9651 thanks for the tip, but I had a crush on ddj1000

@Kalroth 4 года назад

I gotta start using that sync... I'm trying way to hard to make shit difficult for myself.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Woot! Let us know how it goes for you! Thanks for watching! Woot woot!

@TheCount-y7e 3 года назад

Sync was made and put on controllers as one more button we could use. Might as well use it. Fuck the elitists!

@Waffles64 4 года назад

You’re amazing man keep it up

@tonymendozadeleon2208 4 года назад

Thank you for all the videos. I used to dj back in the 80s it was strictly vinyl. Now I have transitioned to digital but I find it that is so many things to remember 🤣. You make it easier to understand. Thanks again

@viralshark 4 года назад

"DJs get booked based on skill" was a lie for me. At least in my locality, it was purely popularity and connections. I seen so many DJs that don't know how to mix get gigs because they are attractive or have a lot of friends. Its one of the reason I quit, its all such fake bullshit.

@doppelpunkt 4 года назад

welcome to the nightlife.

@KyeSoze 4 года назад

Good.. quit. 1 less whack DJ to crowd the field. 99% should quit to be honest. Truth is if you are not also a badass producer creating your own tracks to DJ with then you are a fraud. Well in my not so humble opinion at least. lol

@reflectedray46 4 года назад

Damn true, its all about how much crowd you can pull not even bothering about music.

@Lukas-ye4rg 4 года назад

@@KyeSoze lol what has DJing to do with producing??? most good producers are mediocre DJs bc well its not the same. what a load of bs.

@KyeSoze 4 года назад

@@Lukas-ye4rg - Well looks like we've found the hack DJ! If you create your own music you are a producer. If you only play everybody else's music you are a scrub DJ. Sorry but you can throw an empty beer bottle and hit a dozen shitty wannabee DJs doing that. But hey.. weddings and bar mitzvahs and your cousin's sweet 16 birthday party still needs a "DJ" with that sick iPod playlist! Have at it brother.

@ClaysVlogs 3 года назад

DJing on its own is the most rewarding thing even if you don’t get paid because just to see that you’re pleasing the crowd and getting them to dance is the best feeling ever!

@superroboted 4 года назад

I love your energy and channel. I agree it doesn't matter the gear as long as you can rock the party then you are on your way. I never buy the most expensive of anything but sometimes I'll get the mid-range if the value for the buck is right. I'm now using a DDJ-800 I just prefer the size over the 400 as far as the platters and having the info on the platters sure help. Personally I miss my SB2 because it actually had pressure sensitive platters in a $200 controller and sometimes I used it over my used SR. I have used the SX/SZ all versions and 4 deck mixing with a huge controller aint my thing. Plus I shop for the best deals and I found a really good price for a new DDJ-800 so I snagged it. Now my wife wants to DJ because she is learning from me. BTW she likes your channel too. You are a great teacher and I hope you get even more success you deserve it!!

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Awwwww! Thanks! All the best to you and your wife!

@Hoisonstk 4 года назад

I've been wanting to DJ for years. I work full time and take care of my family. It's something that I've been wanting to do just for fun. But I really have this passion to hopefully be on your level, one of these days. But, where do I begin?

@Dj_Jwoo 4 года назад

Angel Mora you really have to just jump in. I started in 99 when I was 19. Cheap gear and like 10 records. Got married and had kids 4 years later and everything went in a closet. Turned 35, bought a house and decided to get back into it. Truth be told, the start up is the expensive part. Then practice, practice, practice. I’d also suggest getting at least one dj pool. I use BPM supreme. 20$/mo and I get unlimited downloads. The best part is if I quit the subscription, all of the songs I download are mine to keep. They have everything too man. Just jump in and have fun!!

@djscottymaxx 4 года назад

J Woo BPM SUPREME does not have everything bro, dont lie to the guy BPM supreme sucks I got like a handful of remixes and cut songs off of ther for 2 month waited for new shit to be uploaded, nothing, and not to mention everytime I searched a song, "No matches found!" its ridiculous to pay that much for a service and they offer you unlimited downloads that only they upload, so its not unlimited its LIMITED.

@djscottymaxx 4 года назад

Angel Mora save your money, download spotify app pay like 7- 12 bucks a month not sure what i pay...then download SPITIFY CONVERTER for spotify on your laptop, it converts your spotify files into mp3's and from ther you can upload into SERATO DJ all day and talk about UNLIMITED..... Spotify has just about anything. I dont mess with dj pools, they're all a rip off and to really get every song, genre, etc you need multiple dj pools. By the time your done you in it over 100 bucks just for dj pools thats crazy, like I said save your money bro.

@floordoctor 4 года назад

Don't listen to dumb shit...be reasonable.....just buy some used decks. Something average / on the cheaper (but functional). Get a lil 2 channel mixer. If you own records or buy records already....get turntables. If you only have files, get some CD decks you put a thumb drive or SD card into. You're just starting out, so no reason to go crazy. Fuck all software at first. Use your damn ears! Get the hang of the basics, beat matching, transitions, adjusting levels, using EQ etc. The MOST important thing is getting music you actually love. You need to be passionate about that, or you'll have little interest in the rest of it. Fuck digital record pools. Fuck all that shit. Dig for YOUR own music. THAT is THE most important part of DJing. Period. It's the foundation of everything. The upgrades that interest you will happen naturally if you focus on the music first. Just rip shit off RU-vid for free, or get tunes from friends to start, if you wanna save your money. Loads of free DL on Soundcloud and the like. If you're gonna actually buy music, get it from a place where you're supporting the artist like Bandcamp....and you'll find shit ain't nobody else playing cuz everyone wants to take the easy route, and most DJs today have shitty taste in music, with little interest in digging or collecting records. The music itself is KING above everything else! You'll find your own way from there. Trust.

@rebecca_stone 2 года назад

While I def agree with you on doing initial gigs free, there comes a point to set a boundary on this and start charging, with no exception unless it is a charity event and all the DJs are donating their sets. It's not about the money - it's the energy exchange and acknowledging that what you do is work. 99% of people do not value something that's free. Last year I resolved to charge every time and stuck to it - sometimes even just a small amount - based on principle, not money itself. Unfort, I did make a couple of exceptions to this recently, and regretted it and am never going back to playing free. In both cases, I arrived, equipment was not set up, my set got pushed back three hours to allow for a speech and discussion panel and by the time I started playing most people had snuck off home (I nearly had also!). I was exhausted waiting around and the whole experience was demoralising and frankly quite insulting. The next time, again, no sound guy at venue, nothing ready, not even a table, organiser and crowd drunk and not making sense, people spoke to me like a child...I did shut them up with an excellent set but it was hard work without much thanks and I left the event feeling like dirt. Never, ever again. You'll know when the time is right to start charging, and you'll see the difference to how peeps treat you at a gig. But of course, to get to $500-$1,000 per set, when you start out yes you do quietly and steadily make your mark by playing free and blowing folk away a few times, that is true! 😊 But once you pass that stage, even $100 tips the scales in how people treat you.

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing that Mia! I've had a few similar experiences before, and so have many of my DJ friends. People don't understand or appreciate the value of something "free", and being treated the way you were? Also happened to me a long time ago. While free at first is okay to get your foot in the door, putting value to your talents and skills after is an absolute must. I do hope you're getting the treatment (and talent fee!) you've so earned nowadays! :D

@djrohanturankar962 4 года назад

Inspirational???? Yes, 100%, love from India

@TonLoef 6 месяцев назад

Hey Carlo, There are still a lot more factors that makes one a good and succesfull DJ. (1) You must be one of a kind. (2) Be trendsetter and not a follower. (3) Don't copy your music, but be creative. and make your own tracks, loops, sounds ( your own style is born ! ) There a so many factors that are importent, and will influence the rate of succes you will have. In fact the most important one is indeed to believe in yourself ! Remember the music industrie is the hardest busines in the world. It would be nice if you would get some deeper in the topic. For instance,.....Organising your own party's. And something about personal image building. And even Music management.

@djcarlo 6 месяцев назад

There's a lot I didn't cover here that I covered in other videos! But you're absolutely right. Depends only on what kind of DJ one wants to be, but a combination of those can lead one to the right path

@thedarkknightgaming9051 4 года назад

I had a gf before I started dj'ing.....

@ericdias4199 3 года назад

Wow! Almost cried watching your video. When I grow up, I want to be just like you! Thank you :)

@djcarlo 3 года назад

Woot! Thanks for watching! Keep on practicing! You'll be great as well! Cheers!

@Joaquin77 4 года назад

That is very true Carlo. We need to spend more time on being creative instead transitioning songs only or on what other djs may think.

@bradamero6850 4 года назад

Hey man just have to say I am loving your videos. I dabbled in DJing for a few years but fell out of it. I recently bought a DDJ 400 and am excited to start my creative journey. I'll admit I was never truly great at it but I have always loved the music and had fun with playing around. I'm looking forward to watching more of your tutorial videos.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Wowww! This is great! I appreciate when people come to this channel for inspiration! I hope more people find their way back in DJ world! Cheers for starting your journey!

@infinitus9545 4 года назад

You just really deserve all the likes you are getting, all the subscribers and everything. It's really nice to hear advices from an experienced DJ. Keep it up bro!

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Thank you so much from my heart! All the work that I put is worth it!

@infinitus9545 4 года назад

Really, I just woke up but never expected to get a response from you. Have a nice day, sir!

@DJZeezus21 2 года назад

Hey man! Do you do 1x1 classes/tutorials? I literally for my life can't figure out how to mix songs in Serato DJ Lite. It's quite frustrating :(

@djcarlo 2 года назад

I do have courses you could take! Links are the in the video descriptions :)

@sgxx-saigonesexaxu5382 4 года назад

My story is just the opposite of yours. I started as a photo-videographer and went through the same journey as you did but in the field of photo/video. Then you inspired me to order my DDJ-400 last Tuesday. Keep inspiring Carlo.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Awwww that's very cool! Keep on hustling!

@wolfrobots118 4 года назад

It's official....you're my favorite dj!

@LimeEye13 4 года назад

Honestly, all of this applies to any modern creative. Lessons I learned hard. Great video, honest and true.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

@DJ_20_THOR_7 4 года назад

Your such a good guy. You keep it real and I try to follow as much as tour advice as possible. I put a few tracks on my you tube channel when I 1st started 11 months ago and have tracks that I've recently done just to compare the changes I've made over the 11 months. I'm really having trouble scratching on my SB3 the jog wheels seem so small and advice n I could use some slow beginner courses

@duncankong4438 4 года назад

that was some deep speech, so true.❤

@J3ff_K1ng 2 года назад

Actually don't abuse the sync in the beginning of your DJ career is good because you get to the BPMs and how music feels and also learn how to synchronise songs better than just syncing

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Very true Jeff! Sync is a tool, but everyone should learn the basics first!

@geesixnine 4 года назад

Wow, I feel slightly less trash now haha.

@geesixnine 4 года назад

@@djcarlo LESSGOOOO

@keithchegwin1222 2 года назад

I think the biggest lie is when unskilled DJ's automatically think they're better at reading a crowd

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Oh gosh yes. Not a lie you're told, but a lie to themselves. Given, some are very good at crowd reading by virtue of natural instinct, but it still takes a lot of practice to really get that skill right.

@qirex9193 4 года назад

Carlo's advice for getting gigs at larger venues with bigger crowds here is bang on. For anyone who wants to DJ in a smaller, less commercial scene, I would say the number one way to get booked is to establish a raport with the promoters. That, and ensure they get to hear you... For most people, that will mean making a demo that the promoter can listen to. In my case, returning to DJ and getting the best gigs of my life was honestly just down patiently waiting for all the young guns who fight over the decks at kickons to have their turn, and then just play and do my thing. When I did that, I didn't ask to play... The promoter asked asked me if I'd LIKE to play. The answer was yes - I got paid for the gig, and was then booked by other local promoters who either saw me, or caught wind I was good. TLDR - Understand the agenda of the promoter. Some of them do it for the love, and they don't like being hassled or harped at! Those that do it for the money need evidence you have a following or will bring people.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Really glad you think so! Thanks for watching! Woot woot!

@DJShamax 3 года назад

I'm a DJ for an year now... But i'm not good at all... I'm very young... I shall try to improve more... And i like to DJ not for money, for the crowd, for entertainment, for fun, for music!!!

@djcarlo 3 года назад

awesome ! that's how you start really! goodluck!

@DJShamax 3 года назад

@@djcarlo omg i didn't expect you to reply thank you so much

@MrAjoshi7 2 года назад

I am not a DJ. But everything you said is what I should for my profession, do which I don`t and which is actually needed these days even if we are very good at what we do. Thanks mate, appreciate it.

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Amazing how this kind of advice transcends just one industry! Glad it helped Annkur!

@TKCIW 4 года назад

Am I weird for only watching your videos at 1.25x speed? Its strange because it still sounds normal at this speed lol.

@blnhns 4 года назад

Roleplay on fleek. Want to see more lol HAHAHHA

@thebabydon846 4 года назад

I’m starting out as DJ and your videos have really helped. THANK YOU!!

@lxg7604 4 года назад

I watched many of your videos. They are all awesome, inspiring and easy to understand for beginners and also for people that wanna get better of djing. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. You are truly a great help definitely for me and I think for many others. Cheers LX

@djcarlo 4 года назад

You’re welcome! And thank you for these kind words! I wish you all the best in your DJ career! And keep on creating good mysic! Cheers!

@TheOriginalCopyDog 2 года назад

I have been DJing since the very early 90's, only vinyl and tapes at the time. Started with backyard parties and Christmas parties and after a year of having records stolen and damaged equipment from drunken fights, I decided to give it up, until, I accepted a booking for a wedding. That was my breakthrough, the formal function mixed with club sets was my niche. By the third year, I was DJing 60 weddings a year on top of other formal functions. Turned out, everybody wanted to be a club DJ, and no one wanted to do the formal functions, so my skill set was hard to find. They needed someone to control the guests to fit in with a program and I did this with music and entertainment and I did all this without the guests knowing I was doing it. I went on to train DJs and, MC and CoHost formal events. My biggest event, New Year's Eve Event >1500 guests in conjunction with Jupiters Casino on the Gold Coast. The most extravagant event was what was previously known as the Miss Junior RSL quest back in the 90s. Number 1 skill you can have as a DJ, Being able to read the room and be flexible to cater to the crowd. You don't want it to turn into a radio show.

@djcarlo 2 года назад

There's a very special niche for wedding DJs, and I'm all for it! It's not easy to crowd read when the age gap of your audience could run anywhere from 10 years to 50 years haha. But yo, it's amazing how you trained people to MC and CoHost! We only have a few of those who can DJ and host here in The Philippines, so that's a very special skill set to have.

@TheOriginalCopyDog 2 года назад

@@djcarlo to get to where I got to wasn't solely my abilities, having the doors open at the right times and other people being in a position to refer me for different events played a huge role also. After 30 years, I still DJ now but only by request and mostly Charity events for free. I could sit foe days to tell you all the stories of happenings at different events. Mostlt good memories. Top videos mate, keep them up.

@Dvetkn 4 года назад

Love for this brother, picked up a deck a month ago with already hitting 4 free back to back gigs to eventually lead to my first paid party in a few months. You are what you focus on, keep up the great content 👊🏾🔥

@monkybot 2 года назад

would you play at my guinea pig's birthday party, but you have to bring your own sleeping bag

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Lols. Tbh I wouldn't mind playing for a guinea pig just so I could say I did! Hahaha

@BarbiieLici0us 4 года назад

Great video and nice confession. U are authentic and I see it. I can relate for a lot of the things you said. I'm trying to do my best in the little city where I live. Started about 2 years ago. I am mostly paid for some the gigs that I do but not all...and it worth. Because I love what I do, and sometimes to have more exposure, I do it for free. Sorry for my english but...thank you for your video.

@dj_with_m.a8537 3 года назад

BUDDY...I WANT TO TELL AUDOUT U IN PUBLIC 3 THINGS... 1.U ARE VERY FUNNY 2.U ARE A GOOD DJ TEACHER LIKE [SOUNTEC] 3.AND A GOOD FRIEND THAT THING U TOLD [IF U ARE DOING DJ IF U WANT A GIRL ...OR NOT....U DON'T HAVE RIGHT....

@djcarlo 3 года назад

Wow! Appreciate this a lot, man!

@dj_with_m.a8537 3 года назад

@@djcarlo THX BUDDY

@skylinerealm 4 года назад

You are my inspiration, who is your inspiration...

@lphdyt 4 года назад

Pls make a Video one lie you still believe as a Professional DJ. Because DJs get the girls. (at least in Germany) If i tell a girl that im DJing, the get verry interested in me and if a girl see my ddj at my place thy get extrem exited. Of caus: you shouldn't get a DJ because you wand get the girls. But its a nice site efect.

@djjunior9154 2 года назад

Loved the video! I've been djing for three years and learning so much about djing and mixing, and everything else you talked about in the video. I love it and we all have to pay our dues.

@djcarlo 2 года назад

We all do! But persistence, patience, and practice all go a very VERY long way!

@djclovisa5463 4 года назад

How long did it take to get to where you are now in your dj career?

@Chudmeat 4 года назад

most expensive vjquipment is going on a shirt now

@lokmatatatata5869 4 года назад

I didn't like cdjs i was dreaming buy a ddj rb and i was calling cdjs "extreamly complicated gears. not necessary" but i didn't have idea what are they for. And i dont like dubstep. I was thinkin the DJing is just for dubstep till i met with deep house!

@jguerrero2k8 4 года назад

Awesome skills and videos man!! When I started DJing, it was with CDs, so and my equipment was just regular CD players and a mixer. After a couple of years a got a bit more advanced equipment and than I started to use Digital tracks. You just have to evolve with the times and roll with the rhythm.

@nikdoznamej7698 2 года назад

most important equipement are the headphones and monitors

@djcarlo 2 года назад

Well, yes to an extent. Headphones are a must for sure.

@djbrddjbrd3875 4 года назад

To use these entry level controllers in small parties it is necessary that the manufacturer adds the cue split switch, otherwise it is difficult for beat matcing

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Oh thanks for that input!

@Midnytcowboy 4 года назад

I ev learnt a lot from you and a few others like TLM, Peri yon Joni etc. that says the undiluted truth about the industry without trying to scare or intimidate new DJs. That's what the culture needs!

@Max_Le_Groom 4 года назад

That beginning skit is legitimately *Hilarious.*

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Hehe! Thanks for laughing with us! Cheers!

@berkanarn6235 Год назад

Selam Carlo. Video içeriklerini ve müzik içeriklerin gerçekten hoşuma gidiyor. İnsanlara bu kadar yardımcı olduğun için teşekkür ederim. Başarılar..👏🎶

@djcarlo Год назад

Thank you so much Berkan! I'm really glad you enjoy the content!

@stuartgale3198 4 года назад

I only started in Oct 2019, a freind said "Hey Stu, distribute your mixes with Tunecore"! A few hundred dollars later, boom made 4 cents so far lol Hmm might change my name to Four Cents haha

@stuartgale3198 4 года назад

Haha maybe :))

@brutalforceuk 2 года назад

I'm just starting using ddj 400 but I'm pure noob, grassroots beginner. The music I wish to get to play is old school trance, which quite fast around 165/170 bpm. I have Rekord box and Dj serato, which do you recommend me using, and also, what kind of genres should I start with. My friend, your such a happy, smart guy, with mind blowing Dj skills. That must take years to hit your level, which I'd call, the Top Spot in the DJ Ladder...God Bless, and thanks for sharing your skills here on RU-vid 👌🏻👍🏻

@djcarlo 2 года назад

If you're on the DDJ 400, then you're definitely gonna go for Rekordbox DJ. And start with the genres you already like! DJ for you and your personality

@michaelcretu25 4 года назад

This makes so much sense. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge, master! 🙏

@mtrix3516 3 года назад

Sync was a big one for me. Kept hearing DJs say don't use it, it's a crutch, this that and the other thing. To me, sync wasn't a crutch, it was a tool to make my life easier and to allow me to focus on other things. Beatmatching is still a required skill, but sync takes a lot of the heavy lifting out and gets the song roughly to where it needs to be, meaning I only have to beatmatch a little (as sync isn't perfect) then I can focus on making the transition sound great. Another thing I had to unlearn was that you aren't a real DJ unless you're doing these insane, complicated transitions in between every song. I felt like I wasn't going to be able to play events or clubs unless I could make these ultra-technical transitions. It wasn't until later I found out that some of the best sounding transitions were the simple ones, and that transitioning tracks was less about the technical skill that goes into it and more about how it sounds to the audience. I learned it wasn't much different from producing, very similar to creating a new song. Once I learned that, my transitions started sounding much better, and I started to focus on just how fun it sounds and smooth the transition feels, rather than the technicality behind it.

@djcarlo 3 года назад

Righhht! Spot on! Thanks for sharing your insightful remark! You added more valid points!

@diijayvizidy7548 4 года назад

i had it in mind that having the best equip can make u better dj but i was wrong thanks for the lesson hit like if u learnt something

@diijayvizidy7548 4 года назад

@@djcarlo Always online waiting for your notification

@linezgames3893 Год назад

Thank you for timestamping or writing out the points in the description. Very little people know or use youtube properly. Perfect almost all around. Videos should be straight fowards and not bs. Love it all.

@djcarlo Год назад

That's what I try to do for all my tutorial videos! Keep things straightforward and honest

@mlrd6622 4 года назад

"at least for me", 2019 depression.

@mlrd6622 4 года назад

Great video.

@tylermcneil5239 4 года назад

Keep your head up, It's hard I know but, we love ya all the same. 😉

@mlrd6622 4 года назад

Nah not me. I was making a meme from what he said.

@MatMat 2 года назад

Still watching 2022 here🥺 lots of knowledge I've got from you idol but unfortunately my old controller was busted. No more practice🥺

@djcarlo 2 года назад

I think it's time to upgrade that controller Mat! Sigurado ako na maraming second hand for sale online.

@Vortex64 4 года назад

The sync lie: Why Because who wouldent use it. I use it every time I am Transitioning or using both decks

@EvoMediaStudios 4 года назад

To be honest... I want to learn how to dj because I love music. I’m not planning or even thinking about doing events. I bought a PIONEER DDJ-SB (no number, I guess is the first one). I’m struggling because there are things I haven’t been able to figure out yet. I need help to figure the right way of using the controller before I give up. I understand the theory but on reality I want it to sound the way it’s suppose to. Can anyone help me please? Is there a tutorial for this controller?

@djcarlo 3 года назад

Just keep at it and you'll be able to do it seamlessly in no time! Best of luck and have fun in your DJ journey!!

@RobertHugginsDJ 4 года назад

"On Point," I'm about to relaunch my DJ career. A book on editing film/video (It's a classic book) just arrived on my desk. What you are saying is if I can't sell myself, I won't work. I agree with you, Carlo, being a DJ, is a performance. The more things we can do to engage an audience, the more we will work. My role as a DJ performer is to make my crowd feel something. All good art in any medium should evoke an emotional response from the audience, whether that is one person or many. This is the message I take from you today. Here is my favorite quote in the area from American Poet Maya Angelou, "They will not remember what you said, they will not remember what you did, but they will remember forever, how you made them feel." PS: Many DJ's get themselves into troubled areas when it comes to relationships myself included. What has paid off for me is sticking to my values and personal morals. This is just me, but it has made me happy. I am single, never married, no children, in no relationship and happy.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Apologies for late response but I would like you to know that I'm glad we both agree that the audience is still the star in any performance. Every gig, there's a different crowd. Even for a song, they react differently. While there are differences, we're fortunate as DJs to witness their response in an instant. We got immediate feedback. And from these feedback, we develop and polish our mixes. As for relationships and personal values, we can't sell something we're not. In the long run, it will burn us out if we keep on compromising our morals. Change is good but stick with our non-negotiable principles. Cheers!

@AK_Bne 4 года назад

Awesome Guru. Well said. Truth of a DJ life. The sync function is amazing to get in and out quickly 😊👌🎶

@raynixv2 4 года назад

This is how many times, you said “eventually” ⬇️

@202aaaaaa 4 года назад

@@djcarlo never do that bruh, love it when u say that

@raynixv2 4 года назад

'The one', yeah. It’s OK!

@dj-unnu 2 года назад

Good to know info. Not simple to confess your experience, but you did it. Apreciate your content! Salute from Romania 🇷🇴!

@djcarlo 2 года назад

I noticed not a lot of people talk about their experiences in DJing, so I just wanted to share! Thanks for the salute bud!

@tholytholyovic8420 4 года назад

BCD2000 was also my first controller and i can confirm it. It was a trash.

@spinundergroundrecords9911 4 года назад

Some DJs gets girls but it's mostly depends that how good looking you are. Also some other things helps too like you're a "bad guy" because girls do not like nerds who is too shy to talk them, etc. But I not here to say that DJs get more girls than "normal" people. This is very common when people is young.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Great insights. Thank you for sharing!

@loveandalchemy 4 года назад

This is awesome and I appreciate this and all your vids, but I do believe there is a such thing as using Sync too much and too often too early in your career. You end up skipping a lot of fundamentals starting out just syncing all the time. After you’re talent starts sprouting and you can creatively work it into your sets and workflow or for recording mixes is when I believe people should get comfortable with it

@be_sincere Год назад

no reason to pay too much if you're a beginner - better try it on a simple 2-channel controller to understand what u need. do not buy small controllers for long dj sets. do not buy 4-channel controller if you are new, better take 2 channel + something like ddj-xp2. do not buy strange concept controllers at all - you will waste your time. stay away from (too-)cheap gear: you will hate all the glitches and time wasting. stay away from used expensive gear: it's EXPENSIVE to keep it working. always read reviews. every big dj software has its own flaws. so you may want to change your software soon after purchasing. avoid final decision until you tried every option. keep your money safe until you understand what you really need. there are some things you can't decide without your own experience, so better start with something like ddj-flx4. one bold reason: you may try/test all major software with ddj... but rekordbox is "incompatible" with jogs of other manufacturers. you just can't test all the software with ni traktor s2, roland, numark etc. -- yet one thing: the industry is unstable. everything is changing all the time. so do not spend all your money on one brand. some products may be discontinued without notice, keep this in mind. there are many dj gear/software examples (hello m-audio, flowdj !!the product of mixed in key!! etc). you are a producer and want to dj? avoid fast decisions: big brands' promises cost nothing. my maschine jam was great choice (i still love the controller) to pair traktor but today you prefer ableton push or akai, not maschine (bc no dev progress). //NI please do not kill maschine and bring us jam2.

@djcarlo Год назад

Well put!

@FreekyBudMonkey 4 года назад

I only dj for free, parties and some events my friends organize, most of my money comes from private vocal recordings/edits. Started as a party scratch dj in 99 w/vinyl now i just use a DDJ-RR and subcontroller. When it comes to doing things with controllers, this guy and Pri yon Joni were the guys i learned from on here, and the conversion from vinyl to digital was much easier than I expected as a result.

@djcarlo 4 года назад

Thanks for sharing your experience!

@headphonetribe Год назад

I still have my first mix tape. It’s on actual tape. Can’t believe I copied it and passed it out to promoters. 😂 it’s awful. Meeting girls….hahaha. When I started back in 1994, I bought two Technic 1200s, Gemini Scratch Master, two returned Ortofon Night Club Series, and two black generic slip mats. I took them back to my cousin’s house because he had a stereo system. I only had six records at the time that I had been waiting to mix for months. We set everything up and then stood back and looked at each other and I said, “Okay, now what do we do.” 😂 Seriously, I had no idea how things worked until we started to just mess with things. I didn’t know any DJs. But I took them back to college and practiced on them six hours a day until I recorded that first tape which isn’t poorly mixed but the track selection is less than stellar. After 30 years I don’t practice six hours anymore but I still power up the old technics, my CDJs, or my controller (because I love all DJ technology), almost every day and play around for as much time as I can spare. I’m glad I bought 1200s. They were and still are expensive but they make spinning vinyl so much easier than some cheaper turntables that I’ve tried to mix with. Again, you make great points. Love the part about getting gigs. That’s something I have yet to master. I either get them because someone knows me and invites me or I get them from telling people I’m a DJ and letting them listen to my mixes.

@djcarlo Год назад

Nothing is easy in those terms Will! Some people get lucky with the gigs, but hey, at least you've still got them coming your way! That means you're doing something right.