Teaching Resources
There are lots of tools out there to learn how to DJ, but not all of them are great. We've put some of the most essential topics below to help get you up and running as smoothly as possible, along with some tutorials we've written ourselves. We've also included more intermediate and advanced resources for those further ahead.
Still confused or want to know more? Feel free to ask questions in our GroupMe!
Introduction - Mixing and Controller Basics
An overview of mixing, software and gear use.
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Introduction - Your choices in DJ Software
Serato DJ Pro and Pioneer Rekordbox are the two industry leaders in DJ Software. Learn the difference and which one is right for you.
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Introduction - Purchasing Advice: Getting Started with Gear and Software
Our Recommendations for beginner gear and software.
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Introduction - Music: Where to Get and How to Organize Files
Using DJ Pools to get music, organizing your files properly, and ensuring good sound quality.
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Introduction - Phrasing and Keys
Learn about phrases of music and mixing in key.
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Introduction - Cables and Backend Equipment
Details about types of cables, gain, and ways to avoid clipping.
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Introduction - EQ Mixing
An introduction to mixing with EQs
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Intermediate - Library Management
An amazing video detailing multiple ways to organize your library to be an effective DJ.
This is different than file management (Read more on that first!)
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Advanced - Reading a Crowd
Laidback Luke talks about ways he reads his crowds
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Advanced - Bar Flow and Dancefloor Management
Discussion about ways to manage bar flow and start/maintain your dancefloor.
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Advanced - Transferring Library Between Softwares
Tutorial on ways to transfer your library between multiple softwares.
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