So, what are the best controllers for scratching? You can scratch with almost any controller, it’s just that some are better optimized or engineered for DJs who use the platters a lot for either mixing or scratching. Smaller, lower quality platters will generally mean it’s hard to scratch but it’s still possible, especially if you…
What DJ setup has become the benchmark of the professional industry? Really, there’s only one answer to this question; the CDJ and mixer setup. CDJs are becoming the deck of choice for both pros and the masses, vinyl has done its stint for long enough – let’s face it – around 50 years or more…
This is a heavyweight clash! Pioneer has created some insanely powerful high-end controllers and these two are valuable members of this range. They’re two of the most popular mid to high-end controllers and they’re certainly two of the best. Both of these controllers are clearly up to the mark for any form of DJing, amateur,…
Since their highly successful excursion into the DJ controller world, Pioneer has cranked out a few ‘entry’ level DJ controllers now, namely the DDJ-SB, the DDJ-SB2, and the DDJ-SB3. Formerly, Pioneer was the name everyone shied away from if they didn’t have the cash to splash. Pioneer products are famously expensive but with the name…
Laptop stands..certainly not the most glamorous of all DJ equipment but they’re incredibly important given they hold your laptop up over the decks and mixer. You’ll probably be surprised at the options you’re faced with when searching for laptop stands! There’s a fair few on the market from both well known audio manufacturers like Samson…
Top quality headphones that reproduce sound faithfully are an absolutely essential accessory for every DJ. Whether mixing or mastering, in the studio or on the road, the best DJ headphones are ones that are built to fit comfortably and sound amazing for a lot of hours of listening. Of course, you demand headphones that please…
