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Bosses,

Kindly listen to my mixtape here. Let me hear what you think. Thanks

https://soundcloud.com/itsdjenob/1-hour-afrobeats-mix-by-dj-enob

Teebreezy101:
Able djs in the house I greet you all. I am a complete newbie playing with virtual dj software. The thing Don sweet me. I need info and where to start to learn. Any input will be appreciated

Boss, welcome

Nice one.

1. DJing Basics
You can start by learning the basics; beatmatching two songs, transitioning from one song to another, updating your library on the kind of music you want be playing, then scratching.

That order because the first two are the most important basic techniques you need to play for a crowd; then you need to have music people/your audience want to listen to; finally, scratching is senrere, sauce, extra (if you like scratch till tomorrow, if you dont play peopl's songs and transition well, na joke you dey joke)

All these you can do on Virtual DJ, without any controller.
Do them with mouse and keyboard; when you get a controller, it will be easy using one - thats where you will scratch even more.

2. Software
regarding the software to use, Virtual DJ vs Serato vs Traktor vs many more
Each has its strong point and weak points, but believe me, you can DJ professionally with any of these.
Virtual DJ is very available, can do lots on just the software, and the library management is simple
Serato is more professionally endorsed, Traktor is maybe used more by EDM DJs, maybe.
But one thing is for sure, your audience dancing will not come to look at your screen. So long they have a good time listening to you play, you are good to go.

I use Virtual DJ (with controller) and i have been DJing parties, weddings, shows. My only challenge with VDJ is the sound quality of a track when you vary the bpm too much (which I dont usually do, cause its out of its natural tempo range). Virtual DJ serves me so beautifully well.

So, please choose from now, cause switching up later after building your library in one software might be starting over in a new one (tip: arranging your playlist in iTunes helps in this, but your cue points will have to be done manually)

3. Practice playing, the basics and know your software in and out
Get a controller/CDJ/turn table as soon as you can - gives you full control on DJing, you need the hardware for real


These you can do boss


My ogas can add to these, i shift

Guys,

Please who knows where/who can service DJ controllers on the island (Lagos)? Good hands please
Thanks

ESHOIZA:
pls sir does the controller serve the purpose of the amplifier? Because you didn't mention it anywhere

By engine-mixer, i think he is referring to mixer-amplifier.
Mixer is to input your various sound sources eg from controller, mic, guitar, keyboard etc
The collective sound from mixer then goes to amplifier which powers the speakers and feeds it the total sound.
A mixer-amp (or engine-mixer) is a unit combining both mixer and amplifier as one.

SO, the controller is not serving as the amplifier.

Mixer-amp is advised for starting, small budget, and small set up

Going further, separate units of mixer and amplifier will be necessary

haryomikun:
It depends on ur area naa... You'll best get near your area as the transportation of the speakers and all can be a problem

Besides i once asked the cost of assembling parts by a local dealer and he called the price 150k for a single speaker. So i think the money for assembling could be high

Alright, thanks boss

haryomikun:
Jesus! You don't need up to that for an audience of 200-300 persons o

Kpata kpata 4- 6 speakers don dey okay; D

You can order for more sha if you feel like

Modified...............................

I just read through and saw he was talking about a wedding reception..... You'll need no more than two sub woofers with 4 speakers... It all depends on speaker quality sha. I've heard single speakers that sound damn loud and can disturb a whole neighborhood so really it just depends on the type of speakers you're dealing with. 2 sub woofers and 4 speakers would be okay/even more than okay IMO

Thanks bosses

So, now, down to prices.

Where/how can mans get good/great loudspeakers at good (low/fair) prices?
Would you recommend assembling the parts by a local dealer?
Or to buy 2nd hand?

ezzylee:
I'm not too conversant with all those mixers, amps and the likes buh I know some speakers come with in built amps.
Also for the wedding hall, the amount of speakers you'll use all depends on the size of the hall. From research, all speakers except the bass speakers, should be mounted on stands at a LIL above head level for best sound quality.. .. . The bass speakers can be kept on the floor.

As I said I'm not too conversant buh I hope this little info helps you.

Thanks boss.
I do appreciate


For size, I'm thinking audience of 200-300 persons

Please what speaker - amplifier combination would you recommend for a good DJ set up
Laptop, controller is already available

Like what speaker can serve a typical wedding reception in a hall and what amplifier (ratings) can handle it.
Do I need subs?

I would appreciate your inputs
Thank you

Israeljones:
Anyone here who has a a controller for sale 40k... a frnd is willing to buy

40K controller will have to be used and early ones like Mixtrack Pro
You can check on OLX

ezzylee:
Hey guys, so I just did a new mixtape.

I'll like for you to download and tell me what you think.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ku3ii2wt5aci2l5/DJ%20DIPSY%20-%20TRAFFIC%20PLAYLIST%20MIXTAPE.mp3?dl=0

Boss, Bosses

I greet o
DJ EnoB here
I followed your thread and really have been enjoying the discussions here
Hopeful to learn too and contribute where i can.

Oga DJ Dipsy, i jammed up your mix, well done boss. I enjoyed the jams im not so familiar with. And the variety in the genres of songs.
Well done

Continuous growth and development is the goal
I loyal