Upgrading to Turntables,is it worth it?

[djfunke]

I find that hauling around an analogue mixer and turntables to be a pain in the ass compared to a controller and soundcard. Setup time is also greatly increased. I do it because I love the feel of the faders on a real mixer and the connection to the music when moving the record. I say save up and buy some technics. I would sooner sell a kidney than part with mine.

[Vekked]

Instant beatjumps and perfects loops come to mind. Of course, that's not a problem when you're on timecoded vinyl.

Yea I mean, with DVS + midi controllers I feel like there isn't much you can't do on TT that you can do on CDJ or DJ controllers but I could be wrong.

[botstein]

Yea I mean, with DVS + midi controllers I feel like there isn't much you can't do on TT that you can do on CDJ or DJ controllers but I could be wrong.

Well, I don't really use CDJs, and it's not very limiting. However, I can't play CDs - at all.

[shogg]

Depends tbh, if you're doing anything that involves manipulating the actual music (trick mixing, doubles, scratching, juggling, etc), it's definitely an upgrade. If you're holding long mixes and focussing on EQ, FX, etc etc EDM stuff, then not so much. Depends on your mixing style and how you wanna limit yourself and such.

Well,that is the other thing why im not so sure about getting turntables.I really like long mixes,using EQ a lot,FX not so much,and i just started getting more and more into mixing RnB,Hip Hop,Rap..Just that sudden change of the workflow,is what im worried about.Im sure i will get use do it,learn the basics,and make progress with time,but im not sure if i will stay long enough on tables if i get a pair..

[aaron altar]

As far as djing goes, you don't need to get turntables so the choice is really a personal one for you to decide. What I will say is that I don't know anyone who regrets buying a turntable, dj or otherwise. Even my dad (in his late 50s) has a pair of turntables and he doesn't mix at all. Also, as someone else said, I would rather sell a kidney than my 1200s and I think anyone that owns a pair will tell you the same thing. FWIW, I do most of my mixing these days on a controller.

[Tornesoul]

Do it man! I just bought a pair of used stanton st150s. It just feels more real. Hell load more fun. (And more expensive, argh. needles, rugs, tc vinyl, but hey, its kinda fun collecting em too :P)

+ you can learn some turntablism. Not an upgrade per say, in terms of technology. But u'll definately learn alot

Its definitely easier to ride the pitch on turntables with the longer pitch sliders compared to controllers. I'm on an s4

But if i gig outside i'll still prolly bring my s4 if its feasible. Much lighter and portable.

[Brex]

I have an s4 and a pair of 1210 and I love it. the first real mixer I have was a pioneer ddj-t1 very good mixer but missing the input channels, so I trade by a S4 and bought 2 technics 1210 mk5 and use in dvs. I don't use the jogweels only the tt with timecode and I have learned the basics tricks that a never used with the digital helps....
I hope my opinion can help you

[KS2]

I say do it. I got some CDJs after having an S2 and they are miles more rewarding and fun to use. Feels a lot more natural and that's with CDJs, nevermind TTs. The S2 is great and ridiculously intuitive with Traktor but almost to the point where it takes some of the fun away, which I obviously didn't notice until I made the switch. I also think its made my DJing come on leaps and bounds as I listen to the music more rather than rely on the laptop screen.
In my opinion, it does make you a better DJ being able to play on different formats too.

[DJ Eff]

just get turntables,
itll be worth it.
i use smal CDJ's and when i finally started using TT's it was like this world i had never been in before. DJing felt legit and amazing. lol

[hellnegative]

Find a mate who has a set of techs, buy a few rekkids, and see if you dig it. I prefer the feel of vinyl and dvs to cdj's and controllers but integrate both in my setup. Its all personal preference. Much luck bruv.