SolDios Posted July 13, 2011 Posted July 13, 2011 Hey guys, my current one has died, (got it for free from a mate though) and I need a new one. Question though, what do watts do in a smoke machine. Like what are the benefits of getting a smoke machine with higher watts? Quote
crundyy Posted July 13, 2011 Posted July 13, 2011 why dont you worry about decks rather than a gay smoke machine. Quote
SolDios Posted July 13, 2011 Author Posted July 13, 2011 ^ because my current one died, and its something I always get asked when they are enquiring about hiring me. can anyone answer my question? Quote
SourceRaver Posted July 13, 2011 Posted July 13, 2011 Probably refers to the relative 'strength' of the heating element inside the mashine. May take less time to warm up and also less time in the heating phase (ie between spurts...we all know about that dont we fellas).Higher watts doesnt mean its a better smokey, you really want something that has a good quality pump or you'll be replaceing it every year. I'd recommend spending a bit more and get yourself one of the Martin Magnum range. Dont buy second hand or anything cheap from China cause you'll be really disapointed. I know from experience. Quote
SolDios Posted July 13, 2011 Author Posted July 13, 2011 ^ sounds good! thanks for that man. Theres a 900w one from OZ plaza with good reviews going for $74. So I might look into it.Il also have a look into the martin magnum range as well. Quote
ill_spector Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 why dont you worry about decks rather than a gay smoke machine. Quote
hoddi Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 why dont you worry about decks rather than a gay smoke machine. Quote
CapFive Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 why dont you worry about decks & GEAR rather than a gay smoke machine.seriously sol, decks... you can't become a better dj with the gear you have... you have out grown your gear... put the $74 towards some can's Quote
SolDios Posted July 14, 2011 Author Posted July 14, 2011 ^ ehh, its something I always get asked, and Ive got alot of competition around atm, so I need every asset I can get my hands on! Quote
CapFive Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 tell them you have mad skillz on the decks and they won't care about a smoke machine Quote
fackedd Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 tell them you have mad skillz on the decks and they won't care about a smoke machine lol, unfortunetly sol is right. for mobile gigs all people care about it lighting and effects. Quote
CapFive Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 mate i been mobiling for 3 years, never had a job lost, and all i show up with is speakers it's all about the skills, people who ask me to play ALWAYS hear about me through word of mouth, also i guess i am a salesman so i work some magic and get them to provide smoke machines and lights etc... people are smart, i tell them look get the good DJ and hire the rest of the gear, i would only be charging you for it anyway, so why not just cut out the middle man Quote
hoddi Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 if we let u buy the smoke machine do u promise your next purchase will be good gear not lights and add-ons that arnt needed? Quote
SolDios Posted July 14, 2011 Author Posted July 14, 2011 I promisewell, mabz a UV light ;3But yeh, my next major purchase will be some new decks,eathera) ddj t1 cdj 800 (cause they are most similar to club stuff)c) a dvs setupall the above will come in time, lets not make this thread go like the other one please ;3 Quote
hoddi Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 no uv light! and wat the s4? u confuse me buddy just pick Quote
CapFive Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 I m dead set serious about this, if you put up a mix, full mix, min 45 min, I will buy you a smoke machine up to $75 no shit, straight up Quote
SolDios Posted July 14, 2011 Author Posted July 14, 2011 But the pretty lights are mesmerising /slathers Quote
CapFive Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 I m dead set serious about this, if you put up a mix, full mix, min 45 min, I will buy you a smoke machine up to $75 no shit, straight upU have till end of next week.. Quote
andythemusician Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 By the way - Watts = power. The more watts a smoke machine is rated at, the more power it will suck. Remember that if you buy a big 1200w smoke machine, that's half of a circuit already gone.It also doesn't mean that 'the more watts the more smoke'. Also depends on the fluid you use, what kind of dissipation rate, and how heavy it is.Remember a hazer could be rated the same amount of watts as a smoke machine, but it will output less due to the different fluid and design of the machine. Quote
SolDios Posted July 14, 2011 Author Posted July 14, 2011 Yeh, ive considered a hazer, but have decided to put it further down the line, mainly due to the cost of the unit + upkeep for the fluid. Quote
Jaz Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 Why is this even in accessories? Pretty sure the description for lighting and visuals even says "smoke machine's" Quote
SolDios Posted July 14, 2011 Author Posted July 14, 2011 Oh lol, didn't see that! nice spot jaz, + rep Quote
crundyy Posted July 14, 2011 Posted July 14, 2011 why would anyone want a smoke machine anyway? i honestly dont see the attraction of one, my main point being (how can you tell if theres good loookin girls arouns if theres all this smoke in the air??) Quote
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