So this is my second time typing this since it timed out so I am less patience. Lol hey y’all, new, questions bout DVS.
I am adverse to computers, I very happily own a Chromebook lol. Got a Stanton 4DJ, glad I did, but y’all know why I’m dreamin.
Proposed set up (Question):
-Bulky old laptop (Ubuntu, most likely. Any narrowing of laptops?)
-Behringer UFO202 soundcards (are these shit? If so explanation and suggestions?)
-Behringer DX626 + Mini Inno (will this fit?)
-1200s or TTXs (economic alternatives welcome)
You will need two of those audio interfaces in aggregate to get DVS. I’d also guess, being Behringer, they’ll have shit drivers and shoddy build. Same with the mixer. Personally, I’d suggest getting something like the DJTech DIF-1M, and running the Linux version of Mixxx to get timecode.
That DJTech mixer was my first look, I was just lookin for a cheapy 3 way, but I’m sure you right. Particular reason for preference of Mixxx over xwax? And suggestions on sound cards? I know nothing
Mixxx uses the xwax code for DVS, you just have way more features. And don’t look for a cheap way out. “Buy cheap, buy twice.” The DIF-1M is a solid mixer. Not the best, but certainly will get you going.
Anyone got suggestions on how to narrow down what kinda laptop to get? It really will just be used for djing, so I just needa know what hardware equates to having the capacity to run Mixxx.
Avoid celeron like the plague. Pipeline handling is a nightmare with linux. Also avoid any of the mini HP series laptops (stream, etc) as you will run into driver issues (such as touchpad not working) on different linux distros.
I had one for a few years and honestly no complaints whatsoever except for the lack of touch sensitive jogwheels.
You can pick them up second hand for under $100.
It’d work with VDJ, Mixxx and Mixvibes mac, linux and win compatible.
Genuinely cannot understand why you’d be going with Linux ? You can pick up Win10 pro OEM licences for $10 on ebay and it should run everything well even on a low end machine once you have adequate ram (4gb) and an i3 or higher - I’m a Mac guy and stayed away from Windows on all my personal machines for years until 10 came along, they did a damn good job with it.
A Chunky i3 Dell or Lenovo with 4gb ram and a shot battery can be had for in or around $100-150 or if you want something really unique, i3/5 Toughbooks can be had for around $200 on ebay and good for throwing at zombies when the apocalypse comes (and be dusted off and still play a set when all is clear).
I’d pop in a 120gb ssd for $50 - it’ll make an immense difference.
