# \#tips **URL:** https://forum.djtechtools.com/tag/tips/159.md [Latest](https://forum.djtechtools.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.djtechtools.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.djtechtools.com/tags.md) --- ## [Tips on recording mixes on the djm 900 nexus 2? through usb cable or record output?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-on-recording-mixes-on-the-djm-900-nexus-2-through-usb-cable-or-record-output/75751)
**Author:** [@jordwalker](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/jordwalker)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2017, 8:32am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-on-recording-mixes-on-the-djm-900-nexus-2-through-usb-cable-or-record-output/75751 "2017-03-21T08:32:15Z")
Tips on recording mixes on the djm 900 nexus 2? through usb cable or record output? Does anybody have any tips on recording mixes on the djm 900 nexus 2 mixer? Im looking at using audacity but not sure if its best to do… --- ## [Some Tips on Choosing the Perfect DJ](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/some-tips-on-choosing-the-perfect-dj/75662)
**Author:** [@herazafee](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/herazafee)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2017, 7:17pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/some-tips-on-choosing-the-perfect-dj/75662 "2017-02-25T19:17:35Z")
Some Tips on Choosing the Perfect DJ Memories are What Count Music surrounds the best memories we treasure for any party or event we have ever attended. Think about it… remember your cousin’s wedding? I bet you can sti… --- ## [mf3d with flashflooder's deckgrat motion need some help! please](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/mf3d-with-flashflooders-deckgrat-motion-need-some-help-please/68838)
**Author:** [@trippynick](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/trippynick)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2014, 12:35pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/mf3d-with-flashflooders-deckgrat-motion-need-some-help-please/68838 "2014-11-14T12:35:10Z")
mf3d with flashflooder’s deckgrat motion need some help! please im pretty new to djing and i use traktor pro and i want to learn more about mappings. how to customize and edit my own. I am also pretty knew to the forum … --- ## [Need some help for the start](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/need-some-help-for-the-start/68378)
**Author:** [@Entfybez](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Entfybez)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 10, 2014, 9:12am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/need-some-help-for-the-start/68378 "2014-10-10T09:12:55Z")
Need some help for the start Hello everyone! Im completely new to to DJing and need some help from people who know what they are doing. I was looking in the internet for some help but the only things ive learned are th… --- ## [Starting ableton](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/starting-ableton/63655)
**Author:** [@reillyp](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/reillyp)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 5, 2014, 11:27pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/starting-ableton/63655 "2014-05-05T23:27:22Z")
Starting ableton Hey guys, I have been messing around with fl studio, reason and logic for a long time and I am wondering is there anything that would help me out being new to ableton to make my production less stressfu… --- ## [First time in the club](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/first-time-in-the-club/65744)
**Author:** [@CaelanC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/CaelanC)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2014, 9:15am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/first-time-in-the-club/65744 "2014-04-26T09:15:06Z")
First time in the club Hi everyone, I just need some nerve calming. I have been playing parties and events for about 4 years and have finally been approached to play at a night club. Now i have been to the club many t… --- ## [ASPIRING PRODUCERS: Here's some help :)](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/aspiring-producers-heres-some-help/64559)
**Author:** [@sphilibin](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/sphilibin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2014, 3:19am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/aspiring-producers-heres-some-help/64559 "2014-02-26T03:19:37Z")
ASPIRING PRODUCERS: Here’s some help :slight\_smile: What’s up guys? Haven’t been on in forever, but I wanted to share this with the community. It was through this forum that I met some really helpful people and learne… --- ## [Reccomended Video Tutorials](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/reccomended-video-tutorials/64448)
**Author:** [@Sanch212](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Sanch212)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2014, 10:29pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/reccomended-video-tutorials/64448 "2014-02-19T22:29:32Z")
Reccomended Video Tutorials The other day I came across these Youtube tutorials when i was trying to learn how to fill out my tracks. This guy KSADE is a GREAT producer he has great tips his stuff is quality and as far … --- ## [Looking for some guidance on getting events tours up on blogs!](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/looking-for-some-guidance-on-getting-events-tours-up-on-blogs/63362)
**Author:** [@alestry](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/alestry)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2014, 12:40pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/looking-for-some-guidance-on-getting-events-tours-up-on-blogs/63362 "2014-01-04T12:40:43Z")
Looking for some guidance on getting events tours up on blogs! Hey friends! Hope the new year has been going well for you all so far! Ok, well I’m looking for some help more or less at least a finger in the right dire… --- ## [Making a bassline tips](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/making-a-bassline-tips/59624)
**Author:** [@Serinho](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Serinho)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 10:25pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/making-a-bassline-tips/59624 "2013-08-20T22:25:47Z")
Making a bassline tips Hi all I try to get bassline like in this track,so I would like to get some from you and can I make this in sylenth1.Thanks --- ## [Why is this new track not sounding professional level?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/why-is-this-new-track-not-sounding-professional-level/59208)
**Author:** [@sagar4848](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/sagar4848)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2013, 2:24am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/why-is-this-new-track-not-sounding-professional-level/59208 "2013-08-01T02:24:54Z")
Why is this new track not sounding professional level? Heys guys here’s a track that ive just completed. I have made the kick from scratch as well as mixed and mastered the track the best i could..could someone please g… --- ## [Recommended DJ Sites?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/recommended-dj-sites/58362)
**Author:** [@Djcol1990](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Djcol1990)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2013, 11:13pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/recommended-dj-sites/58362 "2013-07-02T23:13:36Z")
Recommended DJ Sites? Can anyone recommend any good DJ sites that offer good tutorials and tips? I’ve watched youtube vids on Ellaskins and a few others plus I’ve checked out this forum for tips and also DJ forum’s webs… --- ## [Vocal/Acapella Tips](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/vocal-acapella-tips/56945)
**Author:** [@Serinho](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Serinho)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2013, 10:32pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/vocal-acapella-tips/56945 "2013-05-22T22:32:26Z")
Vocal/Acapella Tips Hi all where I can find good vocal tools or acapella something like in this track --- ## [How do i remix a hip hop/rapp song?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/how-do-i-remix-a-hip-hop-rapp-song/56170)
**Author:** [@MichaelFurnes](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/MichaelFurnes)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2013, 3:44pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/how-do-i-remix-a-hip-hop-rapp-song/56170 "2013-04-26T15:44:48Z")
How do i remix a hip hop/rapp song? Hey im a new dj/producer and i want some tips for how to remix a hip hop/rapp song. I use virtual dj but because i cant afford abelton or tractor and im only 18 and still in school. … --- ## [Need help with Traktor software please!](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/need-help-with-traktor-software-please/54930)
**Author:** [@Otakus](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Otakus)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2013, 6:49pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/need-help-with-traktor-software-please/54930 "2013-03-26T18:49:31Z")
Need help with Traktor software please! I use two pioneer CDJ 1000 mk1 decks. and a NI Audio 6 card You know the hot cues at the top left on the CDJ? (ABC) when playing using traktor I go to use the hot cues and they… --- ## [A Beginner Looking for Help](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/a-beginner-looking-for-help/54650)
**Author:** [@Kameron](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Kameron)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2013, 3:45am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/a-beginner-looking-for-help/54650 "2013-03-19T03:45:43Z")
A Beginner Looking for Help Hey DJTT, Me and my friend have been wanting to begin producing music for quite some time now (about 1.5 years). But we have no idea where to start or what we will need. I have basic knowle… --- ## [Dropping a sample right before a drop to spice things up?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/dropping-a-sample-right-before-a-drop-to-spice-things-up/53161)
**Author:** [@zack771](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/zack771)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 11, 2013, 7:34am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/dropping-a-sample-right-before-a-drop-to-spice-things-up/53161 "2013-02-11T07:34:30Z")
Dropping a sample right before a drop to spice things up? I don’t know if a lot of DJ’s do this, but it seems like dropping a sample right before a drop is what samples were made for. Do you guys do this? Is there an ar… --- ## [Traktor Kontrol S2 Tips?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/traktor-kontrol-s2-tips/51635)
**Author:** [@Spacebaseloop](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Spacebaseloop)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2013, 5:56pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/traktor-kontrol-s2-tips/51635 "2013-01-07T17:56:39Z")
Traktor Kontrol S2 Tips? Just recently bought a Kontrol S2. Anyone got any good tips for using this controller to its full potential? --- ## [tips on organizing your tunes](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-on-organizing-your-tunes/48554)
**Author:** [@colione98](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/colione98)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2012, 2:30am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-on-organizing-your-tunes/48554 "2012-10-23T02:30:05Z")
tips on organizing your tunes There have been many questions asked pertaining to managing music in terms of whether or not to delete, keep, and even organizing tunes. Rather than respond to those threads, i decided to c… --- ## [Mixing with DVS - Tips and Tricks?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/mixing-with-dvs-tips-and-tricks/48474)
**Author:** [@rip\_king](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/rip_king)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2012, 11:41pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/mixing-with-dvs-tips-and-tricks/48474 "2012-10-19T23:41:43Z")
Mixing with DVS - Tips and Tricks? So i’m fairly new to the DVS game, been DJ’ing for a few years now though. Thought it would be fun to start a little tips and tricks thread for those of us using control vinyl. My cu… --- ## [getting better at producing?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/getting-better-at-producing/47583)
**Author:** [@Chocoslayer](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Chocoslayer)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2012, 4:05pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/getting-better-at-producing/47583 "2012-10-04T16:05:15Z")
getting better at producing? i have seen alot of posts about people asking things like “how come my music doesnt sound very professional?” or “any tips with this or that?” and most people answer with “you need to practi… --- ## [How much effort/tricks and techniques](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/how-much-effort-tricks-and-techniques/44895)
**Author:** [@Zer0beet](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Zer0beet)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2012, 10:57pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/how-much-effort-tricks-and-techniques/44895 "2012-07-22T22:57:36Z")
How much effort/tricks and techniques Okay so lately I’ve been wondering how much effort do you guys put into you live sets? How prevalent do you make yourself in your sets. Not just what music do you play but what do y… --- ## [Tips and Tricks To Use While Mixing](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-and-tricks-to-use-while-mixing/42802)
**Author:** [@chavezm3](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/chavezm3)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2012, 7:25pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-and-tricks-to-use-while-mixing/42802 "2012-06-02T19:25:10Z")
Tips and Tricks To Use While Mixing Hey guys! I have learned to beat match and can mix songs pretty well. I was wondering if you guys can tell me any tips or tricks I can use to make my mixes sound better or more funky.… --- ## [Newb question..](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/newb-question/42771)
**Author:** [@Chocoslayer](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Chocoslayer)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2012, 9:12pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/newb-question/42771 "2012-05-29T21:12:45Z")
Newb question.. hey guys :slight\_smile: so i uploaded this mix on youtube also on DJTT after but then i got some tips about music selection cause some songs were clashing and he started talking about A major etc, it wa… --- ## [Made my first release for the ableton contest "beat the clock" de tripas Corazones](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/made-my-first-release-for-the-ableton-contest-beat-the-clock-de-tripas-corazones/42782)
**Author:** [@Adrianjo](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Adrianjo)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2012, 7:51pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/made-my-first-release-for-the-ableton-contest-beat-the-clock-de-tripas-corazones/42782 "2012-05-29T19:51:09Z")
Made my first release for the ableton contest “beat the clock” de tripas Corazones Its my first release, but not my first production(I just dont finish any), I have a tendency to complete 2 maybe 3 musical phrases but l… --- ## [First time DJ gig at a Club](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/first-time-dj-gig-at-a-club/38491)
**Author:** [@ASSAD](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/ASSAD)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2012, 2:19am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/first-time-dj-gig-at-a-club/38491 "2012-03-11T02:19:57Z")
First time DJ gig at a Club Hey guys I have my first gig coming this Friday downtown Toronto. I’ve been told I’m good at mixing but still honestly very nervous. Any tips on how to boost myself and how to throw a sick se… --- ## [The Best Digital Dj Tips?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/the-best-digital-dj-tips/37128)
**Author:** [@EanGolden](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/EanGolden)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [February 9, 2012, 7:34am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/the-best-digital-dj-tips/37128 "2012-02-09T07:34:31Z")
The Best Digital Dj Tips? What are your best tips for a new digital dj? If you could only teach a new digital dj one thing: What would it be? 1 tip per post please.. :smiley: --- ## [Tips for booking gigs/getting a spot playing in clubs??](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-for-booking-gigs-getting-a-spot-playing-in-clubs/36873)
**Author:** [@djexspensive](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/djexspensive)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2012, 5:52pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/tips-for-booking-gigs-getting-a-spot-playing-in-clubs/36873 "2012-01-28T17:52:38Z")
Tips for booking gigs/getting a spot playing in clubs?? Hey guys, I’ve been dj-ing for about a year now and i’ve gotten to the point where i really wanna get into the local club scene. Ive been doing a lot of private p… --- ## [How can I get better at mixing?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/how-can-i-get-better-at-mixing/35454)
**Author:** [@djaball](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/djaball)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2012, 6:45am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/how-can-i-get-better-at-mixing/35454 "2012-01-05T06:45:35Z")
How can I get better at mixing? I got an NS6 for Christmas and have been practicing on it. I took a few DJ lessons a while back and learned all about beatmatching and and setting loops and cue’s and all that. Just begin… --- ## [Starting off as a DJ- Tips?](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/starting-off-as-a-dj-tips/34516)
**Author:** [@djaball](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/djaball)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2011, 2:49pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/starting-off-as-a-dj-tips/34516 "2011-12-19T14:49:47Z")
Starting off as a DJ- Tips (venues, pricing)? I’ve decided on trying out to become a DJ. I’m most probably getting a Numark NS6 for christmas to start off with. I’ve played around with scatch live and taken a few lesson… [Next page](https://forum.djtechtools.com/tag/tips/159.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=tips)