DJ mixing software?

561design · 10-02-2007, 08:56 AM

Waaay back in the day, I used to DJ at some bars in Brooklyn. I don't have any of my old equipment any more and would like to play around again. Does anyone happen to use any thing that's worth recommending? I'm not looking for anything real fancy. Just something that's easy to use and has simple features. I don't plan on doing parties any more, I just want to make some CD's for myself.

mean335 · 10-02-2007, 08:57 AM

Protoolz? as computer dj.

GreddyBoy858 · 10-02-2007, 10:02 AM

Are you looking for a beat making program? Or just something to mix the songs together with?

Dmitriy@AUTOcouture · 10-02-2007, 10:06 AM

Serato or Final Scratch for entry level, Protools for Advanced.

GreddyBoy858 · 10-02-2007, 10:07 AM

I kinda like Virtual DJ.. I got it for free, and was playing with it at work..

561design · 10-02-2007, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by GreddyBoy858

Are you looking for a beat making program? Or just something to mix the songs together with?

I'm just looking for something to mix songs together and have bpm measurements to make it easier. I don't have as much time as I used to or I would like to get into the more advanced software. But for now, I'll just stick to the simple stuff.

I mix hip hop, r&b and reggae. I wouldn't have much use for a beat making program.

southlight · 10-02-2007, 12:28 PM

Since you have DJ experience already and know about the feel and layout of CD decks, I would recommend you the Pioneer DJS Software. Gives you the feel of 2 CD decks and you can program playlist/transitions/mix start points...

[source: www.pioneerprodj.com ]

Best regards, south

stooken · 10-02-2007, 04:22 PM

Do you want to record off turntables or solely on the computer?

KILSMBZ · 10-02-2007, 04:41 PM

http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/...ct.asp?pid=383

People have recommended this software but i've never used it...

AcMilan714 · 10-02-2007, 05:43 PM

This guy uses Pioneers and he is probably the #1 Dj using this kind of technology....

motox56 · 10-02-2007, 05:43 PM

to me the best is serato scratch live. kind of pricey but seems to work the best. i have also played around with m-audios torq connectiv which works the same basic way just a little more difficult to integrate into itunes. serato automatically reads and loads itunes into the program.

561design · 10-02-2007, 09:07 PM

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Originally Posted by stooken

Do you want to record off turntables or solely on the computer?

I would just use it solely on the computer. I sold my turntables a long time ago.

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GreddyBoy858 Mack 28 Rep 209 Posts Drives: 2006 325i Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	I kinda like Virtual DJ.. I got it for free, and was playing with it at work.. __________________ 2006 BMW 325i / Jet Black / Black Dakota / Step / Nav w/ iDrive/ Premium / Sport / Sat Radio/ Adaptive Xenon Headlights / Debadged / Chrome Exhaust Tips / Rear Foglight Mod. / Rear DC Power Outlet Mod. / 20% Tint
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southlight Moderator / European Editor 1540 Rep 6,754 Posts Drives: X3M Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Germany iTrader: (0)	Since you have DJ experience already and know about the feel and layout of CD decks, I would recommend you the Pioneer DJS Software. Gives you the feel of 2 CD decks and you can program playlist/transitions/mix start points... [source: www.pioneerprodj.com ] Best regards, south
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KILSMBZ BMneWbie 14 Rep 1 Posts Drives: E90 328i blk/blk, sport, nav Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: OC, CA iTrader: (0)	http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/...ct.asp?pid=383 People have recommended this software but i've never used it... __________________ Proud new owner of a BMW......
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motox56 Enlisted Member 4 Rep 35 Posts Drives: 2007 335i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: west hills, CA iTrader: (3)	to me the best is serato scratch live. kind of pricey but seems to work the best. i have also played around with m-audios torq connectiv which works the same basic way just a little more difficult to integrate into itunes. serato automatically reads and loads itunes into the program.
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