# DJ Life & Community **URL:** https://forum.djtechtools.com/c/general-forums/7.md [Latest](https://forum.djtechtools.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.djtechtools.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.djtechtools.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the DJ Life & Community category](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/about-the-dj-life-community-category/154201)
**Author:** [@system](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 10, 2025, 7:09pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/about-the-dj-life-community-category/154201 "2025-11-10T19:09:46Z")
Gigs, setups, stories, photos, and networking. A space for working DJs and hobbyists to share their journeys and connect. --- ## [1 Hour of Jungle Followed By 1 Hour of Drum & Bass (DJ Mix) | A Journey Through Time](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/1-hour-of-jungle-followed-by-1-hour-of-drum-bass-dj-mix-a-journey-through-time/155185)
**Author:** [@Mortenson](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Mortenson)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 11:36pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/1-hour-of-jungle-followed-by-1-hour-of-drum-bass-dj-mix-a-journey-through-time/155185 "2026-09-18T23:36:14Z")
Are you a fan of Jungle or Drum and Bass? I’ve just done a 50/50 split mix of it (1 Hour Jungle/1 Hour Drum and Bass) as a sort of Journey through time dealy. --- ## [All-Genre Dance Music Mix; Techno/House/UKG/Breakbeat/Hardcore/HipHop/DnB/Jungle](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/all-genre-dance-music-mix-techno-house-ukg-breakbeat-hardcore-hiphop-dnb-jungle/155162)
**Author:** [@Mortenson](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Mortenson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2026, 3:49pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/all-genre-dance-music-mix-techno-house-ukg-breakbeat-hardcore-hiphop-dnb-jungle/155162 "2026-09-18T15:49:37Z")
Does this work? Mashing together every different type of dance music?? --- ## [VJ Software](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/vj-software/4042)
**Author:** [@Jester](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Jester)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 10:23pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/vj-software/4042 "2026-09-15T22:23:55Z")
VJ Software Hey guys and smurfs… Our VJ, Hurricane is an awesome tech and puts on some great and trippy visual for us, but i was wondering if anyone knew of an even better prog to use than arkaos? Its all beyond me ser… --- ## [looking for music visualization software](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/looking-for-music-visualization-software/8378)
**Author:** [@brianpkelly\_hotmail.com](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/brianpkelly_hotmail.com)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 10:21pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/looking-for-music-visualization-software/8378 "2026-09-15T22:21:58Z")
looking for music visualization software anyone in djtt land know of software that can do this? : i want to take the sound output from the main mixer, run it through my computer and have software translate the music in… --- ## [VJing/Visualizers for a party](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/vjing-visualizers-for-a-party/61698)
**Author:** [@09hlurcott](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/09hlurcott)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 10:18pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/vjing-visualizers-for-a-party/61698 "2026-09-15T22:18:44Z")
VJing/Visualizers for a party Hello all! This is my first post but i’ve been following the blog for a while now, love everything you all do! The question i pose is similar to VJ articles that have been on DJtechtools, … --- ## [To gig unpaid or not to gig](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/to-gig-unpaid-or-not-to-gig/155124)
**Author:** [@DJ\_KIO](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/DJ_KIO)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2026, 4:25am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/to-gig-unpaid-or-not-to-gig/155124 "2026-09-11T04:25:26Z")
Hi there! There is a listening bar/restaurant in my town with Sonus Faber loudspeakers powered by McIntosh amplification, so I approached them that I would like to play some of my cinyl records there someday. After a ve… --- ## [Xone DB4 with Traktor, is it redundant and awkward?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/xone-db4-with-traktor-is-it-redundant-and-awkward/30205)
**Author:** [@Xonetacular](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Xonetacular)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 7:11pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/xone-db4-with-traktor-is-it-redundant-and-awkward/30205 "2026-09-08T19:11:21Z")
Xone DB4 with Traktor, is it redundant and awkward? I haven’t had the chance to use one but I am a sucker for Xones. Back when I was running a 4D I eventually outgrew the MIDI interface on it and found myself just usin… --- ## [Beginner here. where should i start](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/beginner-here-where-should-i-start/68515)
**Author:** [@drewjonn](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/drewjonn)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 28, 2026, 3:50am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/beginner-here-where-should-i-start/68515 "2026-08-28T03:50:33Z")
Beginner here. where should i start I am new to DJ and I am very interested in EDM. The only thing I have now is a software (Serato and Virtual DJ), and it surely doesn’t help. I plan to buy a DJ hardware. Such as mixe… --- ## [The omen dmx instrumental](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/the-omen-dmx-instrumental/155061)
**Author:** [@Breezy\_4459](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Breezy_4459)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 1:47am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/the-omen-dmx-instrumental/155061 "2026-08-11T01:47:26Z")
Im new to this forum and somewhat new to playing with music but I was listening to the omen by dmx and tried to find the instrumental but I cant find it anywhere does anyone know of a way I could separate the beat from t… --- ## [MP3, WAV or IFF - Can you really hear the difference in a club? - Discuss](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/mp3-wav-or-iff-can-you-really-hear-the-difference-in-a-club-discuss/71099)
**Author:** [@will\_stamper](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/will_stamper)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 1:44pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/mp3-wav-or-iff-can-you-really-hear-the-difference-in-a-club-discuss/71099 "2026-08-10T13:44:36Z")
MP3, WAV or IFF - Can you really hear the difference in a club? - Discuss. I got into a discussion the other night with a friend who insisted that buying .wav or .iff files from Beatport was worth the extra money you pa… --- ## [Swagg Brown – A New 4-Deck DJ Platform with Stems & Real-Time Scratching](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/swagg-brown-a-new-4-deck-dj-platform-with-stems-real-time-scratching/155065)
**Author:** [@SwaggBrown](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/SwaggBrown)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2026, 12:19am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/swagg-brown-a-new-4-deck-dj-platform-with-stems-real-time-scratching/155065 "2026-08-10T00:19:12Z")
Hey DJs, I’m introducing Swagg Brown, a new DJ platform we’ve been developing for DJs who want a modern alternative to traditional DJ software. Our goal is ambitious: build a professional DJ experience that can compete… --- ## [Xone:92 vs PX5 for 2x Xone:K2 + Ableton Push2 Setup](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/xone-92-vs-px5-for-2x-xone-k2-ableton-push2-setup/77030)
**Author:** [@Rgobelez](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Rgobelez)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2026, 10:28am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/xone-92-vs-px5-for-2x-xone-k2-ableton-push2-setup/77030 "2026-08-03T10:28:30Z")
Xone:92 vs PX5 for 2x Xone:K2 + Ableton Push2 Setup Hey there, I am currently using 2 Xone:K2’s and Ableton Push2 without a mixer. I am going to buy a mixer soon so I wanted to know which mixer would be the best for (E… --- ## [Fighter Twister detent vs no detent / dead space / sensitivity problem](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/fighter-twister-detent-vs-no-detent-dead-space-sensitivity-problem/78403)
**Author:** [@ramfade](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/ramfade)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2026, 6:18am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/fighter-twister-detent-vs-no-detent-dead-space-sensitivity-problem/78403 "2026-07-23T06:18:32Z")
Fighter Twister detent vs no detent / dead space / sensitivity problem Using two Fighter Twisters and one X Touch Mini with Lightroom. So far it’s working well except: Unless detent is enabled, I’m having trouble using… --- ## [Phase Essential w/TRAKTOR AUDIO 6](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/phase-essential-w-traktor-audio-6/155006)
**Author:** [@mrctony](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/mrctony)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2026, 6:45pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/phase-essential-w-traktor-audio-6/155006 "2026-07-12T18:45:55Z")
\[For Sale\] Phase Essential - Open Box Lightly Used in smoking free studio Firmware up to date ver. 9.0 comes with everything in the box along with TRAKTOR AUDIO 6 \[Audio Interface\] \*\*\*barely used\*\*\* \*Price negotiab… --- ## [Laptop on stage yes or no](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/laptop-on-stage-yes-or-no/154933)
**Author:** [@Dave\_2002](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Dave_2002)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 2:38pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/laptop-on-stage-yes-or-no/154933 "2026-06-30T14:38:58Z")
Hi all. I’m a blind dj, in the uk, and i use a mac, connected to the dj equipment, in hid mode. This setup, allows me to have my laptop read me track titles, and navigate my library, speaking in my headphones, during m… --- ## [Need recommendation of active!!!! software for Repair and fulfill MP3 tags of tracks](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/need-recommendation-of-active-software-for-repair-and-fulfill-mp3-tags-of-tracks/77144)
**Author:** [@ido\_sarel](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/ido_sarel)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2026, 11:37am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/need-recommendation-of-active-software-for-repair-and-fulfill-mp3-tags-of-tracks/77144 "2026-06-30T11:37:09Z")
Need recommendation of active!!! software for Repair and fulfill MP3 tags of tracks Dear DJ’s. I’m looking for active!!! software for Repair and fulfill damaged MP3-tags. Everybody knows about the disaster of missing … --- ## [Beginner DJ from Georgia looking for guidance on building a minimal, reliable setup](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/beginner-dj-from-georgia-looking-for-guidance-on-building-a-minimal-reliable-setup/154527)
**Author:** [@THEtazzz](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/THEtazzz)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2026, 7:55pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/beginner-dj-from-georgia-looking-for-guidance-on-building-a-minimal-reliable-setup/154527 "2026-06-29T19:55:41Z")
Hi everyone, I’m a beginner DJ from Georgia (Caucasus region), currently focused on learning proper fundamentals — beatmatching, phrasing, transitions, and understanding DJ workflows instead of shortcuts. I wanted to s… --- ## [Best way to rip audio from Youtube? (not for the reason you think!)](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/best-way-to-rip-audio-from-youtube-not-for-the-reason-you-think/65958)
**Author:** [@Tortango](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Tortango)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2026, 12:58am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/best-way-to-rip-audio-from-youtube-not-for-the-reason-you-think/65958 "2026-06-25T00:58:04Z")
Best way to rip audio from Youtube? (not for the reason you think!!) I have an odd problem today… someone asked me for an mp3 download of a mix that I put on youtube some time ago, but I no longer have the audio recordi… --- ## [Thoughts on how to modify NI Traktor S4 to play USBs (ie. function standalone)?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/thoughts-on-how-to-modify-ni-traktor-s4-to-play-usbs-ie-function-standalone/75123)
**Author:** [@smoez](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/smoez)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 5:50pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/thoughts-on-how-to-modify-ni-traktor-s4-to-play-usbs-ie-function-standalone/75123 "2026-06-23T17:50:07Z")
Thoughts on how to modify NI Traktor S4 to play USBs (ie. function standalone)? Hi All, I have an old Traktor s4 MK1, and I’m thinking about ways in which I could modify it to be more like a CDJ then a controller which… --- ## [Looking For DJs to Partner with for Set Production](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/looking-for-djs-to-partner-with-for-set-production/154884)
**Author:** [@Baldo2026](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Baldo2026)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 12:22pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/looking-for-djs-to-partner-with-for-set-production/154884 "2026-06-15T12:22:55Z")
I’m looking for a DJ to partner with to produce DJ sets. I am NOT a DJ, and do not wish to become a DJ. I come from a music production background (Logic Pro X) with a very diverse musical education; (pop, classical, soul… --- ## [Track ID needed – Bass House / Electro House track from DJ Salis mix (8:00)](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/track-id-needed-bass-house-electro-house-track-from-dj-salis-mix-8-00/154851)
**Author:** [@popole](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/popole)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 6:56pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/track-id-needed-bass-house-electro-house-track-from-dj-salis-mix-8-00/154851 "2026-06-07T18:56:04Z")
Hi everyone, I’m trying to identify a track from a DJ Salis mix, but Shazam couldn’t find it. The track starts around 8:00 in this video: The style sounds like Bass House / Electro House. I… --- ## [Advice for a DJ wanting to become a producer](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/advice-for-a-dj-wanting-to-become-a-producer/154791)
**Author:** [@Baldo2026](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Baldo2026)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 4:04pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/advice-for-a-dj-wanting-to-become-a-producer/154791 "2026-05-26T16:04:35Z")
I have a friend who has been DJing for about a year or so. I have even hired him for events that I have arranged. He asked me for my advice on how he can become more of a Music Producer than a DJ. I got into music pro… --- ## [BBC Radio 1 Explicit Language Question](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/bbc-radio-1-explicit-language-question/67123)
**Author:** [@loverocket](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/loverocket)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [May 25, 2026, 7:43pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/bbc-radio-1-explicit-language-question/67123 "2026-05-25T19:43:16Z")
BBC Radio 1 Explicit Language Question BBC Radio 1 has a streaming web station and an analog FM broadcast antenna: Do they allow explicit language to be broadcast over the FM channel? Here at (02:55) Pete Tong says … --- ## [Anyone have experience with the Ribalta app for a photobooth and live media wall?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/anyone-have-experience-with-the-ribalta-app-for-a-photobooth-and-live-media-wall/154760)
**Author:** [@DJ\_Miss\_Deezy](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/DJ_Miss_Deezy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 8:15pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/anyone-have-experience-with-the-ribalta-app-for-a-photobooth-and-live-media-wall/154760 "2026-05-14T20:15:16Z")
I was looking for a good media wall and a way to connect a photobooth to the media wall. A friend of mine suggested this Ribalta app. Does anyone else have experience with it or can you recommend something else I can use… --- ## [Audio monitor placement in assymetrical room](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/audio-monitor-placement-in-assymetrical-room/154711)
**Author:** [@Steve\_D](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Steve_D)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2026, 11:43am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/audio-monitor-placement-in-assymetrical-room/154711 "2026-05-01T11:43:13Z")
Beginner dj/music production hobbyist question: how to place audio monitors in relation to assymetrical side walls (for hybrid dj booth/music production desk on wheels with (krk rokit 5g5)audio monitors sitting on top o… --- ## [Richie Hawtin CLOSE: How I PLAY \[video\]](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/richie-hawtin-close-how-i-play-video/77321)
**Author:** [@DJDoubleYou](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/DJDoubleYou)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 6:01pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/richie-hawtin-close-how-i-play-video/77321 "2026-04-27T18:01:37Z")
\*\*Richie Hawtin CLOSE: How I PLAY \*\* Amazing, this setup is what I have been working towards for years :drooling\_face: --- ## [Just finished setting up my music mastering studio - would love some feedback from producers](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/just-finished-setting-up-my-music-mastering-studio-would-love-some-feedback-from-producers/154651)
**Author:** [@orangepolygon](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/orangepolygon)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2026, 11:52am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/just-finished-setting-up-my-music-mastering-studio-would-love-some-feedback-from-producers/154651 "2026-04-17T11:52:18Z")
Hey everyone. I’ve just finished putting together my mastering studio and would genuinely love some feedback from producers and DJs who’ve worked with mastering engineers or have their own setups. I went with a hybrid a… --- ## [Xdj xz controller for dj setup sale](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/xdj-xz-controller-for-dj-setup-sale/154581)
**Author:** [@Birminghamfloyd](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Birminghamfloyd)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 6:50am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/xdj-xz-controller-for-dj-setup-sale/154581 "2026-03-28T06:50:36Z")
Sorry im to the site so hopefully i have posted this in the right section if not can it be moved over please sorry in advance Here we have my full complete DJ setup I was going to start gigging on weekends etc just h… --- ## [Legacy cannabis lounge looking for a house dj](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/legacy-cannabis-lounge-looking-for-a-house-dj/154567)
**Author:** [@cdk](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/cdk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2026, 7:40pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/legacy-cannabis-lounge-looking-for-a-house-dj/154567 "2026-03-24T19:40:03Z")
Barbary Coast is looking for 1 or maybe 2 dj’s for lounge activations. EDM, chill out, etc… email Buyer@barbarycoastsf.com to inquire. hours would be between 3pm-10pm 7 days weekly and is 4/20 friendly as you’ll be spi… [Next page](https://forum.djtechtools.com/c/general-forums/7.md?page=1)