MelodyIlliterate Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 Hey guys, Was wondering if you had any opinions of the dj schools going around. I had been looking at light sounds. But I've already got the basics of how music works and beat matching using virtual dj "as unimpressive as that sounds :p" So I only really wanna go to get my first feel of a cdj and see what feels good for me when it comes to serato vs traktor. What do you reckon? Or any other recommendations? http://www.lightsounds.com.au/dj-school.htmSorry fir the gramatical errors as I'm on my phone, and I got an exam at 12 on the southside and work at four northside. But I'll try get back to you when I can Cheers in advanceMelody *hmm might need to change my name. It sounds really girly like that* Quote
tommykesh Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 If you already know how music works and you understand the concept behind mixing then you may not get to much out of mix school. I think your better off renting some equipment. Then if you know any one else who mixs and has a bit of exp then get em to come round.In less then an hour you will probably have had better practical exp then a hole day spent in class where the teachers time is divided up amongst every one else there. Quote
MelodyIlliterate Posted September 10, 2011 Author Posted September 10, 2011 Yeah that makes sense. Only problem is I don't know any one that has the experience yet. Renting gear sounds alright. Can I just google that stuff or are there a lot around. I'm north Brisbane if that helps Quote
anditz Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 I've never done dj school, but i'm thinking you'll learn a fair bit. They'll teach you how to beat match, key match with the pitch fader, eq mix and how to use effects. Quote
tommykesh Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 I'm always keen to show people the ropes but I'm Sydney based there's a few boys on the site that are based up there I'm sure feel the same way.However as far as equipment goes I have used a large aray of diffrent set ups I'm always going to shops trying or renting stuff, bowering mates stuff It's a hobby with in a hobby . Traktor/ Serato Turntables/CDJS Mixers and Fx units.So if you can bare with me heres a few Q's that may help get an idea of what will suit youWhat sorta music do you wanna play and what mixing style do you perfer (eg long blends, cutting in and out and loops and cue juggling) ?Do you want to learn how to beat match properly (beat counters lie and sync buttons don't like some styles) ?Budget ?Use (just at home, mobile DJing or Club work) ? Quote
imadje Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 I have teached one to one and groups in the U.K. Some of my students have gone the whole hog and now earn their crusts from the business. Some of them realised they could do it but didnt have any individuality to make it their own. Being taught works for some and for others it doesn't. Just like school it will depend heavily on how well you get on with the teacher and what type of learner you are. One problem with learning from someone else one to one is you will tend to learn their bad habits and style. If you teach yourself you'll be yourself.The basics are not hard to grasp, no harder than learning a new video game IMO. The artform cannot really be taught, you gotta find your own path.Dont you work in a club? cant you just get there early and bash around on the in house kit once in a while. If you follow tutorials from the beginner sections on here you'll prob begin to understand if you really need help or if you can work it out for yourself. Obv we'll all help if you post q's too. Quote
LabRat Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 waste of money. im not going to give you a big speach or a detailed explanation coz it doesnt need one Quote
MelodyIlliterate Posted September 10, 2011 Author Posted September 10, 2011 I'm always keen to show people the ropes but I'm Sydney based there's a few boys on the site that are based up there I'm sure feel the same way.However as far as equipment goes I have used a large aray of diffrent set ups I'm always going to shops trying or renting stuff, bowering mates stuff It's a hobby with in a hobby . Traktor/ Serato Turntables/CDJS Mixers and Fx units.So if you can bare with me heres a few Q's that may help get an idea of what will suit youWhat sorta music do you wanna play and what mixing style do you perfer (eg long blends, cutting in and out and loops and cue juggling) ?Do you want to learn how to beat match properly (beat counters lie and sync buttons don't like some styles) ?Budget ?Use (just at home, mobile DJing or Club work) ?i am very into, house, dance, trance, electro, and a bit of drum and base, but im recently getting into happy hardcore so it seems that i cant really make a solid decisions... sorry if that doesn't answer your question...deffinately want to learn to beat match, looking at around $1000 first straight up, which i know limits me pretty steeply,and it will just be a hobby for the time being but am happy to see how far the ball will roll.I have teached one to one and groups in the U.K. Some of my students have gone the whole hog and now earn their crusts from the business. Some of them realised they could do it but didnt have any individuality to make it their own. Being taught works for some and for others it doesn't. Just like school it will depend heavily on how well you get on with the teacher and what type of learner you are. One problem with learning from someone else one to one is you will tend to learn their bad habits and style. If you teach yourself you'll be yourself.The basics are not hard to grasp, no harder than learning a new video game IMO. The artform cannot really be taught, you gotta find your own path.Dont you work in a club? cant you just get there early and bash around on the in house kit once in a while. If you follow tutorials from the beginner sections on here you'll prob begin to understand if you really need help or if you can work it out for yourself. Obv we'll all help if you post q's too.i see your point. so pretty much just take a leap and make my own way? unfortunately i work at a yacht club so no djs here unfortunately... and i've been flicking through some of those beginner sections videos... learning bits and pieces i must have missed so im happy... might have just bought a ddj s1 off ebay so thats my first step... we'll see how it goes... thanks for the help guys... back to work... i'll keep in touch Quote
imadje Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 yer have a leap see how it goes... but get back on here with any queries... no point banging your head against a wall ey? Quote
tommykesh Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 s1 decent choice.Now you have some equipment. Don't be like many 1st timers and give up because it gets to hard. Just remember MelodyIlliterate if it gets frustrating and it turns to shit don't let it stop you preserve and in not to long your mix will be a reward that you cant put a $ to. Quote
SourceRaver Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 My first question is...do you have any Dj friends?You can teach yourself to Dj but having a friend who can show you the basics will make the whole process so much easier. Once you have the basics down, then theres a world of info on the net that you can access for free.A Dj course will do the same, but I cant help thinking the money is better spent on your first equipment. Before you do the course, do some reasearch and find out whats actually being taught. Do you really want to spend an hour learning about occupational health and saftey?Second question is...how motivated are you?Being a Dj can be a very expensive hobby. Do you really want to buy a full CDJ set-up or should you start with some of the many digital Dj options like Virtual Dj or Traktor. Both are relatively cheap and allow you to learn the fundamentals of mixing. If you find out you Dj'ing is isnt for you, you walk away without having spent thousands of dollars.Proabably doesnt answer your questions, but worth pondering all the same. Quote
Gandy Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 have to agree with source here, if you can get a mate who can run you through the fundamentals of beatmatching and teach you some basic music theory that relates to djing you will be way ahead of the crowd. Then you can spend that money you would of spent on the course on your setup. Quote
MelodyIlliterate Posted September 11, 2011 Author Posted September 11, 2011 Cheers foolish, i'll keep in touch...ha ha glad to hear the S1 is decent, have been regretting it since i put that first bid on it until now thanksunfortunately not dj friends, mustn't be a very popular guy ,im pretty motivated to the extent that im really enjoying it as a hobby for the time being while im getting drilled at work and uni... very relieving for the stress ...i've beenmessing around with virtual dj for the time being and im pretty sure i've got that feel of mashing songs together pretty down tight for basic stuff, i've got 1 mix on sound cloud if you'd like to critique it for me...alright got to bounce, duty calls again... hopefully i'll jump on in my break...cheers gents! Quote
Gandy Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 viewtopic.php?f=2&t=6974^ going through those 5 videos is a great starting point, if you are still unsure of things then possibly you might get something out of the dj school/course Quote
OxyKon Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 waste of money dude, if u already understand beat matching then its just a matter of practice Quote
MelodyIlliterate Posted September 11, 2011 Author Posted September 11, 2011 yeah i've gone through those vids, if i get the S1 i'll see how i feel with it and if i come across any problems i'll scream out Quote
mattus123 Posted September 19, 2011 Posted September 19, 2011 there are a few good videos on youtube that will teach you the basicsafter uve learnt that i recon its better to teach yourself, develop ur own style etc Quote
Tomy Posted September 19, 2011 Posted September 19, 2011 go here if your in brissy and you plan on lessonshttp://www.spinhousedjacademy.com.au/the point of lessons is not only skills but to learn how to do open sets, close set, how to talk to other poeple in the scene and most of all do some networking. Quote
Jaz Posted September 19, 2011 Posted September 19, 2011 hard to say...depends on how much interest is in your area...and if u charge to much you wont get any business, but if u dont charge enough you wont bring enough profit to make it worth while... Quote
MelodyIlliterate Posted September 19, 2011 Author Posted September 19, 2011 was looking to see if attending a dj school would be worth my while Jaz,not making my own Quote
Jaz Posted September 19, 2011 Posted September 19, 2011 umm start your own school and get free lesson derrrlol my bad Quote
tommykesh Posted September 19, 2011 Posted September 19, 2011 waste of money dude, if u already understand beat matching then its just a matter of practiceNo beating around the bush. Especially the second part Quote
MelodyIlliterate Posted September 19, 2011 Author Posted September 19, 2011 oath... well the ddj s1 should be arriving tomrrow or wednesday fingers crossed... if im failing miserably i'll give them a call Quote
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