Do you want to be a dj?

Learn to use DJ equipment here, read my disc jockey equipment reviews! I have been hanging around (err I mean DJing) at clubs and parties for about 2 years now and want you to share the experiences I've had.

If you want to know the basics on the equipment and some advanced stuff on mixing then you have come to the right place!

Highly skilled (and highly paid) DJs get a lot of respect from the crowd due to their mastery of the different types of disc jockey equipment. Specialized equipment for DJs such as the Technics turntable require a fair bit of practice before you are good enough to play out in a club. However a lack of skill has never really been a major drawback for a DJ. Being a DJ means using DJ equipment to maximize the smooth transition between tracks:

* you need to maintain the right level of energy
* keep people dancing all night
* don't cheese out the hardcore crowd
* don't play too hard and annoy the ladies
* try to avoid blowing up the sound system (going from very loud to permanent silence isn't clever)

To keep the crowd's energy up you as the DJ must use your equipment skillfully. The crowd may have no idea what you are doing but they will appreciate the results. Those people in the crowd who do know about DJing will also respect your skill and ability to keep your cool in a thumping club, in front of a big audience. It's not easy to make a nice tight, smooth mix for hours on end.