Your options when buying DJ decks for the first time
A great set of DJ decks is undoubtedly the most important piece of DJ equipment you need to set up as a professional DJ. For those who are just starting out as a DJ, however, it might not be clear exactly what you should be looking for in a set of DJ decks.
Your DJ decks are what you will spend most of your money on, and everything else you buy will feed into them. This is why it’s important to buy the best quality turntables you can afford, from a brand which has a great reputation for long-lasting, durable products.
In terms of what type of DJ decks you will buy, it all depends on whether you are a vinyl, digital or CD DJ. Once you gain a lot more experience, of course, you may find yourself wanting to incorporate more than one of these formats into your sets.
For vinyl DJs, the main choice is between direct drive and belt drive DJ decks. The latter is generally to be avoided, as belt drive turntables are known to stretch after a lot of use, which distorts the sound of the vinyl. If you plan to be a digital DJ, you will need three things – a fast, high-powered laptop, a midi controller and a time-coded system.
DJs who mainly use CDs, on the other hand, are often found using DJ decks from the Pioneer CDJ range. The best options from this range for beginners are the Pioneer CDJ 800 and 1000 models, as they are solid, reliable and easy to use. However, the latest model, the Pioneer CDJ 2000, is a great option for DJs who are a little more ambitious or experienced.
Last but not least, you need to think about accessories. Most DJ decks come with turntable needles and cartridges, but it is vital that you have spares of these. You also need slipmats, a DJ mixer and a good pair of DJ headphones.
Do you need new DJ hardware, but are lacking the budget to fund it? The DJ Shop website offers DJ equipment finance packages to over 18s.
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