What do I need to start Djing?
To start DJing you need two decks whether they are two turntables or two CD players, a mixer, headphones and a way to amplify your sound whether they are powered speakers or passive speakers. I DJ NOW has the Compact DJ Package at $539.99 that has everything you need to start djíing out of the box!
I DJ NOW has an assortment of turntables from beginner DJ to the advanced DJ. For those looking for CD players, we recommend the DNS1200 system by Denon which offers key lock, looping and two hot starts as well as MIDI control over your favorite DJ software.
Do I need speakers and an amplifier?
Yes. What good is a DJ setup if you canít play your music to a crowd? I DJ NOW has an array of sound packages do parties ranging from 10 to 1000 people.
I saw a DJ at a club using his laptop. How can I use my laptop too?
You can use your laptop to DJ by using DJ software. Some popular titles are Serato Scratch Live and Traktor Scratch Pro. Both these programs allow you to use your turntables/CD turntables or a MIDI controller to manipulate the MP3's pr WAV's you have stored on your Mac or PC.
What is RMS?
RMS is the minimum power required to safely operate a speaker without causing any damage to its components or your amplifier.
How much power do I need for my speakers?
A good rule of thumb when matching any speakers to an amplifier is to double the RMS rating of the speaker. If your speaker is 300W RMS, you need an amplifier with AT LEAST 600W RMS. Sending too little power to your speakers will blow your speakers quicker than if you send it too much power.
What's the difference between a belt-drive and a direct drive turntable?
A direct drive turntable has a direct connection with the platter and the motor. This lends to the quick startup times and torque associated with a direct drive turntable. A belt-driven turntable has a motor that is attached to a belt that spins the platter.
Can I get a CD player that scratches?
Yes, I DJ NOW offers several CD players that offer scratch emulation. These include players from Denon, Pioneer, and American DJ. Look for a player that offers anti-shock, pitch bend and key lock. Anti shock is memory that prevents the unit from skipping. Pitch bend allows you to speed up or slow down a song to get it in sync with the track playing and key lock allows you to speed up a song without changing the pitch or key of the song.
