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How To: Set the levels on a EFX-1000 mixer

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 set the levels on the EFX-1000. Remember to watch the input and output as these FX units if used incorrectly can damage speakers and amplifiers. Before you use your EFX-1000 you need to set the levels properly. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn...

How To: Spin back on a CDJ turntable

Interested in jockeying discs? Compact discs? If so, you'll want a CDJ, which will let you do with your CDs what your turntable permits you to do with your records. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to spin back on a CDJ turntable while simultaneously setting up cue points. For more, and to get started using advanced spin back techniques on your own CDJ , take a look!

How To: Set cue points on the Pioneer CDJ1000

Interested in jockeying discs? Compact discs? If so, you'll want a CDJ, which will permit you to do with your CDs what your turntable permits you to do with your records. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to set cue points using the Pioneer CDJ1000. For more, and to get started setting cue points on your own Pioneer CDJ1000, take a look!

How To: A look at an alternative to big head phones

Interested in jockeying discs? If so, you'll need a decent pair of DJ headphones. While big, closed-ear phones are the standard, in-ear-canal headphones can be a smart choice to the extent that they don't need to be turned up as loudly as other phones and so can protect your hearing. For more information on using in-ear-canal earbuds while DJing, take a look! And remember: always watch the output level on your headphones!

How To: Buy headphones for a DJ

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. But you also need a great pair of headphones. This how to video explains how you can pick and buy the best headphones for a DJ. Which headphones do you use? Are they any good? Watch this two part DJ tutorial and you can learn how to buy the perfect headphones for you.

How To: Mix tracks in the right key

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 mix tracks in the right key. Ever wondered why the mix sounds a little dodgy even though it is perfectly beat matched? It could be because the two tunes playing are not in the same key or of a key that is suitable. Watch this two part DJ tutorial and ...

How To: Do a spin back on a vinyl turntable

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 do a spin back on a vinyl turntable. This video also how to use a vinyl turntable to get a faster spin back. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to do a spin back on a vinyl turntable.

How To: Set your up faders on your DJ mixer

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 set your up faders on your DJ mixer. You might want to have the up fader at the top, so you have less chance of accidentally increasing the gain or volume and in turn getting a distorted sound. Watch this two part DJ tutorial and you can learn how to ...

How To: Fix or replace Technics SL1200 tone arm

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. But you also need to know how to fix your turntables. This two part how to video explains how you can fix or replace Technics SL1200 tone arm. Also this video gives an in depth look at the Technics SL1200. Watch this two part DJ tutorial and you can learn how to fix or replace Technics SL1...

How To: Set your power amp

Check out this instructional DJ video that shows you how to set your power amplifier. In this video, the instructor gives you an idea on what is going on inside a power amp using diagrams and colorful explanations. This tutorial has nothing to do with speakers, and deals exclusively with setting the power amplifier. Practice your DJ skills and have fun!

How To: Use the kill switches in the mix on the KAM KCM 450

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 kill switches in the mix on the KAM KCM 450. This demonstration uses two mixes, one just using the x fade, the other using the kill switches. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to use the kill switches in the mix on the KAM KCM 450.

How To: Use the pitch bend to beat match

Check out this instructional DJ video that demonstrates how to use the pitch bend to find tune your beat matching skills. This video is great for beginning DJs who are just starting. Using the American Audio Q-SD mixer and the American Audio MCD-710 twin CD player, learn a simple trick to beat match. Practice your DJ skills by learning this technique!

How To: Know what lighting a DJ needs

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 where you should place lights around your DJ booth. Learn where to place lights and what you would need in a small, med and large room. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to strategically place your lights when DJ-ing a gig.

How To: Use the MIX CONTROLE 10 from DJ-TECH

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 MIX CONTROLE 10 from DJ-TECH. This mixer comes with the Mix vibes program enabling you to use the music off your PC and the mixer. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to use MIX CONTROLE 10 from DJ-TECH.

How To: Use the back of a Gemini CDM-3600

In this instructional DJ video, take a look at the back of the Gemini CDM-3600 unit to learn how to use the inputs and outputs. This video is ideally for beginners who are just starting off as DJs and need some advice on the various outlets. Learn how to use the back of a Gemini CDM-3600 by watching this DJ tutorial video.

How To: Do a spin back on a CDJ turntable

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 three part how to video explains how you can do a spin back on a CDJ turntable. A small spin back can give a subtle change to the mix. Watch this three part DJ tutorial and you can learn how to do a spin back on a CDJ turntable.

How To: Set the tone arm on a vinyl turntable

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 set the tone arm on your vinyl turntable. Remember all cartridges have different weight settings so look at the box or go on the web to make sure the weight of your tone arm. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to set the tone arm on a vinyl ...

How To: Create a basic mix with two vinyl turntables

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 create a basic mix with two turntables. Try to concentrate on getting a basic mix first off as apposed to trying too hard to be like the pros. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to create a basic mix with two turntables.

How To: Work with the X fade and EQ in the mixer

Wonder how to become a great 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 work with the X fade (cross fade) and the EQ (equalizer) in the mixer. To practice find two tunes, mix with them and get a feel for what's going on in the music. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to work with the X fade and EQ in the mixer.

How To: Know when to bring a second track in with turntables

Wonder how to become a great 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. In this how to video we look at music structure and how by counting bars we can bring the next track in at a better place. This technique gives a better sounding mix. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to mix your tracks better by knowing when to bring the next track in.

How To: Cut breaks with turntables

Wonder how to become a great 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 cut music known as breaks with turntabless. This video demonstrates how to use the cross fade in a way in which you can go from one tune to the other in a motion known as cutting. This is a bit like mixing. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to cut from on...

How To: Mix different genres of dance music.

Wonder how to become a great 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 mix different genres of dance music. You must stick to two basic rules when mixing different genres of music. First, the tunes must sound good together. Second, the beats per minute must be at a constant for beat mixing purposes. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can l...

How To: Drop a tune and fade out on a track

Wonder how to become a great 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 drop a track in and fading one out. Remember you have to listen to the key of the track you are fading out of, and make sure the beat of the two tracks are in the asme time. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to mix tracks and drop and fade out on a track.

How To: Mix a Drum & Bass track with a Hip-Hop track

Wonder how to become a great 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 mix a Drum and Bass track and a Hip Hop track. These two styles may seem impossible to mix, Drum and Bass has a very high energy, fast beat, and Hip Hop has a slower beat. Watch this DJ tutorial and you can learn how to mix the two popular music styles, Hip Hop and ...

How To: Change the speed & pitch of a track with a pacemaker

A medical pacemaker regulates ones heartbeat, but the DJ pacemaker regulates the music's beat, plus a whole lot more. This tutorial teaches you how use the pacemaker to change the pitch and tempo of a track. The pacemaker is one of the best inventions for the DJ/ music industry has ever made. Find out how you can change the tempo of your music with the pacemaker in this how to video.

How To: Use a pacemaker as a portable DJ setup

A medical pacemaker regulates ones heartbeat, but the DJ pacemaker regulates the music's beat, plus a whole lot more. This tutorial teaches you how use the pacemaker as a portable DJ setup. The pacemaker is one of the best inventions for the DJ/ music industry has ever made. But the pacemaker will not replace the typical DJ setup. Find out how you can mix music portable with a pacemaker in this how to video.

How To: Create a drum roll in Traktor

Looking for a way to pump up the crowd? In this video tutorial, you'll learn how to employ the loop function in Traktor, formerly known as Traktor DJ studio, to create build-ups and drum rolls without much effort. For a step-by-step walkthrough, press play!

How To: Become a controllerist

In this DJ tutorial, Moldover offers live demonstrations and clear explanations of his approach to controllerism. Controllerism is just like turntablism, but instead of using turntables and a mixer to make music, you use software and a controller. Learn about software and hardware as well as how to organize and prepare your sound, mixing techniques, the effects, and how to bring it all together to perform.

How To: Create a trance production

Check out this instructional DJ video to learn how to create a basic trance production track. Learn a few techniques to put a few tracks together. Start with the piano to establish the core sequence before inputting the drum, bass, and the tune. Watch this tutorial video and learn how to create a catchy trance song.

How To: Make a Reggaeton beat

Love Daddy Yankee? Check out this DJ tutorial video on how to make a Reggaeton beat. Watch as this instructor guides you along the beat-making process using FL Studio 7. This video is great for beginners who want to learn a few DJ tricks and techniques. Just follow along at home and you can make the next hot Reggaeton beat!

How To: Do simple beat mapping in Ableton

This is a turntable tutorial that shows how to do simple beat mapping in Ableton geared towards beginning Ableton DJs. This process is very simple, but the written documentation was very difficult to understand. Hopefully this will help some people out! Watch this video tutorial and start beat mapping and practicing your turntable skills on Ableton!

How To: Cue your vinyl records on a turntable

Check out this instructional turntable video to learn how to cue your vinyl records. It's not scratching, but it is cueing. This takes some skill because you want to align two songs perfectly in sync. Remember, this only works if the stop and start time of your platter are the same! It does not matter if your start or stop time is 1 hour, 34 minutes and 48 seconds! Use this method if you need a clean, fast and easy way of starting a vinyl in sync. This video tutorial is great for DJs and anyo...

How To: Set up a turntable for scratching

Before scratching on a given turntable, you'll need to set it up properly to ensure that you will not damage either your records or your hardware. This basic DJ tutorial demonstrates one method (among many) for adjusting up a turntable for scratching.