So I got myself I7 10 gb ram laptop, a NI Z2 and now looking to get a decent turntable to complete the puzzle. I want to start off with entry level but a quality turntable and eventually upgrade. I’ve upto $250 to spend.
Mission & More about me
Noob to the DJ world.
Ordered my Z2 and will have it this friday
Want to learn some old school scratching and eventually some drum scratching (probably more hip hop but a little of everything)
Mixing and everything else that comes with the trade.
If you’re patient you should find one in your price range though they are usually sold in pairs. Obviously you’re going to want two eventually, but you can do fine with one to begin with if you’re running things through Traktor; just don’t expect to juggle or anything too fancy with only one turntable.
There’s another buying guide here for other brands of turntable - 2016 DJ Turntables Buying Guide, From DMC World Champion Vekked - that should help you out if you want something new or don’t want Technics. I’ve used the Numarks and the Stantons listed here before and while they’re not up to Technics quality in a number of ways, they are still solid choices for scratching. One that’s not listed is the Audio Technica AT-LP120, which is a cheap clone of the Technics that sells for $200-300 new (there’s a USB version on amazon right now for $229). Here’s a review - Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Turntable Review – DJBooth – I’ve played with one briefly at CES when they came out several years ago; I think they’d be fine for a beginner but not up to the quality of Technics or even the SuperOEMs. Should have no problem scratching with one and it might be a good intro turntable while you save up for a pair of Technics.
Thank you kindly for the resourceful info!!! Very helpful. +1 And thank you for the tip not to buy belt drive.
Yes..am a noob who has never scratched before. Do have a sense of mixing through software likes Adobe Audition, Acid and some composing stuff like Reason and FL studio. It’s a new world for me but have been watching a slew of youtube videos with demo and tutorials.
So I’m like someone who just got a learners license and got himself a Lamborghini or something.
I’ve a brand new Z2 $599 with 15% discount @ $509 and a used Technics 1200 for $300. Still waiting for my laptop which is being shipped. Got a good deal on that too.
So for practice at home I’m going to connect it to my gaming EV monitor speakers and learn the art of scratching, mixing and free flowing.
Thank you all for the kind advice and suggestions. Here are some snaps of my new babies!
Yes, please forgive my ignorance and I appreciate your tolerance. I’ll keep reading more and search for some old funk tracks. Thanks again!
And Patch I just checked out your soundcloud! Man! bow
Honestly, I highly suggest you take a look into DJ Angelo’s scratch tutorials. Take it SUUUPPPEEERRRR slow when learning things like tears, your record hand must be veritable to create the pitch variations. Head over to Tablist.net for some scratch tools/scratch loopers, remember its about practice.
Was shopping for a table for my set up. Since it’s going to be all in house action till I can get some handle on the mixer and turntable.
Thank you all for the feedback and suggestions. Please keep it coming.
