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hi im new in the dj scene i think this site is amazin and would like to buy everything.. i was just wondering if anyone could give me any tips on what equipment i would need and general tips on dj-ing…
thanks 
Welcome to DJTT forums!
I think you need to do alot of research to narrow down your questions
For example:
Equipment and/or software will depend on your budget. Also do you want to use turntables, cdj’s, or midi controller, or combination of equipment.
Only you know your budget, goals, wants, etc. But when you narrow things down a bit by searching this forum, the blog, the net, etc. And need some answers, fire away. Also, if you have a music store like guitar center near, you can check out some of the options in person.
To start, if you are not going the 2 turn tables/cdj’s and a mixer route. Then you will need software, a controller, a sound card(external and made for djing), headphones, and speakers. Of course a laptop/computer.
Once you figure out what you will use, the learning can begin.
There is some free software called Mixx you could start with and just use your mouse and keyboard if you have no $.
Hope I helped a little 
firstly thanks..hi (again) i have been saving up all year for this so i have a reasonable budget and was thinking of starting off with a midi controller, possible cdj’s later on. i have the native instrument audio 2 dj soundcard and a few bits of software downloaded free of native instruments. i have a free version of traktor but it is limited to what it can do.
thanks
How much is that budget?
For starting audio 2 and traktor le is perfect.
That is a guide for buying the correct midi console, from low to’ high budget, review for every controller.
Take a look!!
(but i’ll always tell you, go with vci 100)
my budjet is around €800 or $1130 approx (ive been saving up a while) i have always wanted the kontrol s4 but i wasnt sure if it would be a good start. i also think the kntrol x1 is key! do you think thats sensible.. the midi fighters are also great.. i need help :eek:
If i was you and had the money like you do id buy the s4 and get into it knee deep no point in buying something now and then buying the s4 in 6 months or so.
However don’t forget to get a set of decent monitors and headphones (imo headphone quality make a huge difference in hearing the full rang of a song)
Id suggest these> http://www.htfr.com/p/309743/akg_k518_le_headphones_lambo_blue
Havent used them personally but have heard outstanding reviews of them
thanks, ive got a nice pair of sennheiser hd 25 ii’s.. if i get the s4 is there much point in getting the x1?
This is a much more complicated question than answering with the S4. Granted, it’s an awesome piece of kit, no question.
The S4 is a large investment, and it might make sense to just get the different softwares as a demo and see what is right for you.
Do you have any background in mixing at all? Have you spun on CDs/vinyl or with other people’s software? Do you want to do just track to track mixing all internally? Do you want to use outside equipment later?
I’m the difficult one on the boards with this.
yea ive been working for years in the av aspect of things.. setting up the gear messing with the cdjs and all.. not so comfortable with vinyl but im not loooking to go down that road.. ive always wanted to go into the djing side of things so here i am
I can personally recommend these headphones, best £50 ive ever spent on DJing.
The s4 is a good investment if you think that your going to use all the features on it, myself? i go out with an audio2 soundcard and an x1, plug it into the clubs mixer and away i go.
The s4 is a very nice bit of kit and ive heard nothing but positive reviews from it owners, but isnt the most portable thing in the world and quite hard to fit into a booth.
The x1 however, with the case you can easilly fit it inbetween a cdj and the mixer and the a2 you can just dump anywhere
Certainly see if you have any friends with CDJs and turntables first and play around with them first.
Go to a store and play about with the different gear. Get to know the different options and what works for you.
the people at guitar center hate me, i go in and make a racket/play with all the stuff (used to bring in a memory stick and play with tracks on the S4 before i picked mine up. lol)
thats good advice tho. bring headphones (they dont let you test those first… lammme)
the decks.co.uk store in london lets you test headphones, they have quite a good selection of display models. I had a good go with a pair of HDJ-500s before I bought them.
I say Go with a small setup. First thing you would want to buy is probably Traktor. In my opinion I say go for a Midi Controller. But it depends on you. Get a mixer. I recommended Audio 2 DJ. And your set. Just do some research.
Welcome to the DJTT family and forums!
I would have to suggest something initially. This question has been answered and is answered on a regular basis. I do see the need for a new thread per person because each person is different, but I would highly recommend going through and reading the other posts as well because you may have forgotten to ask a question that is important to you that someone else asked and has been answered in depth.
As for a setup, I was in the same position in early October / beginning of November and I picked up the S4, and have never regretted it nor looked back since. It was my first time doing anything even remotely related to DJing and it was worth every penny. All $1010.74.
Also keep in mind (as mentioned previously) after you buy the S4 you will want a set of monitors or speakers. Preferably powered so you don’t have to rely on the S4 to power it. Trust me, I used computer speakers and it was no fun. As for head phones, your HD 25s are perfect, so you’re set there.
He is right, again going back to my read other peoples new threads - each person does have unique needs and luckily for us digital DJing has a wide array of equipment that can cater to all our needs .
Good luck!
Welcome to The DJ Tech Tools Forums and to DJing as a whole!
Im the black sheep in this by saying I started only recently with a small budget compared to you so what everyone else is saying about the S4 is probably true. Howeve I have learnt that you have to ask yourself some simple questions first to make sure your making the right choice in buying a $1000 piece of kit.
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Will you stick to it too the end? (This would be if your a novice to the idea of DJing, which you are not because of your budget scheme)
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Where do you see your DJing hobby going? Is this for liesure only, a hobby, a part-time job experience, or an idea of going full-time?
3.How much time can you dedicate to DJing right now and in the future?
4.Do you need to maybe research more DJing related information (Read up on the jargon, styles,technology etc etc…)
- What software do you have/can afford/understand for DJing/Computer?
This is just somethings ive had to think about recently as a amauter to the scene…
Hope I helped !