DJ & Turntablism: Page 4

DJ Dream is at it again with new tricks & tips for all you DJs. Watch as he demonstrates on how to create a siren effect without an efx boxplus.

DJ DREAM teaches on how to mix with beat counts. Learn the formula on freestyle extended versions with intros,breaks,& outros for creating a much cleaner mix.

Learn how to scratch records and samples with any midi controller or trigger finger. Check it out.

In this video, we'll be looking at the Earth plug on an amplifier. You'll need to ground it to stop any nasty buzzing sounds that will keep you from being a great DJ.

Alright folks, this is how you do the baby scratch, in 4 or 2 moves. Why do you want to do a regular scratch, when you can do a baby scratch?

Your jog wheels don't move smoothly? Here's how to fix that with ease. Quick and simple! Then you're on your way to DJ-ing success.

How to use an ohm meter to tell if your high frequency driver is defective.

Simple-to-build, sturdy amp stand for repairing your gear safely.

Want to mix and scratch like a professional DJ? To be a good DJ you need to understand the concepts of mixing tracks, adding cool effects, and of course you need a good sense of rhythm to line up the beats. This how to video explains how you can use the roll feature on the DJM-800 mixer. This feature basically samples music. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to use the roll feature on the DJM-800 mixer.

Too loud, it is never too loud, or is it? First off, if you play it too loud you are going to loose some of the sound and drive your neighbors crazy. In this video I will show you how to set up your speakers for the best sound and you won't have to turn it up so loud.

No need to think all you have to do is just play house all night. In a mobile environment you will be asked to play all styles for all ages all night.

In this video we look at what trance is all about. I give you a demonstration on how to mix it and what to look for in constructing the perfect set.

In this video I will show you by using the bass, mid and top in the mix you can take a mix to the next level. Points to remember:Try to not let the LED's go into the red, try to not have too much bass as this can seriously take away the feel of the actual mix and remember to get the eq( bass, mid and top) on the toon that is finally playing after the mix to be as close to 12 o clock as possible.

A tip on mixing in uk Garage, 4/4 to the floor style!!

A look at the movements needed to do the crab scratch on a vinyl turntable for the DJ/ Turntabalist.

In this video we take look at mixing with more that two, three, even four, turntables. CDJ or vinyl are the principals used behind beat mixing; and are exactly the same.

In this video i give you a small insight into the roll feature on the DJM-700 DJ mixer.

Learn how to count the beats in drum and bass music so that you can mix it properly.

Learn how to use the filter effect with a DJ mixer and a CDJ. It's important to explore the full effect of each effect by combining it with other controls. The filter will transition between the bass, mid, and treble or top levels of the music.

This effect just uses the bass, mid, and treble controls to change the music. It doesn't even use any of the CDJ or mixer internal fx.

Can you scratch with a CDJ turntable,( YES!) are CDJ turntables as good as vinyl turntables? Not yet. This video explains some important differences

A look at how you can link up an amplifier to another with only needing one output from your mixer.

Video one looks at the very basic function of the in loop sampler on the DJM-400 DJ mixer. Then learn how to use a sample with another piece of music,

Learn how to use all the different effects on a mixer and a CDJ turntable.

The fader start makes the volume control sync up with the play/pause function on the CDJ. It will stop the music and reset it to the cue point when you put the volume control down.

Modern music has a drum machine to keep the beat steady the whole time. Old school music might not have the same bpm the whole way through, so it is harder to mix.

The idea here is to use the two pitches on the two turn tables as opposed to using the platter or jog wheel to slow/ speed the track. Using this method is the same as using the pitch and the jog wheel on just the one CDJ/ vinyl turntable.

A tutorial on changing out the crossfader on a DJ mixer and how to remove/replace a crossfader.

Watch this video to learn what types of tracks or songs are best for scratching. Good for beginning for DJs.

Use the mic to amplify your voice so it can be heard over the music.

Learn what to inspect on an old CD player before you buy it for your setup.

How do you react when a drunk comes up to you during the night? Don't ignore them. Be like a psychologist. Read the situation and get a conversation going.

Does your cross fade on your mixer work properly? If it is making crackly noises, it may have dirt in it, so use contact fluid to clean it.

Learn what the crossfader on a DJ mixer does and how to set it for the desired performance during your DJ set.

A look at the various types of DJ lights and how to hook them up and use them.

Learn two ways of using the mic when DJing and how to use the mic and the volume controls at the same time.

Learn the theory behind beat juggling and how to beat juggle in your DJ sets even if you aren't a turntabalist or Hip-Hop DJ.

Learn a simple way to keep the cables in your DJ setup or PA system organized using gaffer's tape and/or zip ties.

DJ Tutor shows you a series of lessons on how to scratch properly, and how to do some awesome scratches.

DJ Tutor teaches you how to use the bass, mid, and top in between mixed when you have finished your mix and before you start your next one.