i went to this place somewhere in oakland (FL) to some music store (i forget thename of the place) ne ways i went in and saw this guy who worked there and was telling me to start out w/ this thing that spins CDs and it would cost about 400$ but i saw a sweet turntable and other stuff w/ it and wanted that instead but didnt get either, but i wanted to know which one is worth the $$$$$$$??¿¿¿¿ ¿ô¿ô<~~i like doing that lil guy but plz help if u can thx
Dj rrrico (roll the "r" in rrrico )

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turntables vs variable speed cd players... well it is worthwhile considering that cds are lighter to carry than vinyl... have a play with both and then decide where your hard earn cash should go....

Not to forget that you should also have one eye on the future, when I started out they said nothing would replace vinyl, then nothing would replace Cd's, what comes after Mp3???

......MP4? ha ha!!!

mp4, but thx for the tip still dont know which one im gonna choose besides i still need to get the money

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i went to this place somewhere in oakland (FL) to some music store (i forget thename of the place)  ne ways i went in and saw this guy who worked there and was telling me to start out w/ this thing that spins CDs and it would cost about 400$ but i saw a sweet turntable and other stuff w/ it and wanted that instead but didnt get either, but i wanted to know which one is worth the $$$$$$$

Hi, rrrico,

It depends on what you want to use them for (ie, what sort of music etc..), post bk

SBD

most likely house,dance, and mab some r&b (i.e missy elliot, 50 cent....etc) but still

If you CAN get the your sort of music that you like, fast enough (EG: on single, or download etc) on CD, then definately keep the idea of CD-decks in mind.

CD-decks are alot quicker to use than vinyl, especially when it comes to back-cueing after "testing" the beats are in sync etc. CD-decks also offer a vast amount of extra features that can only add variety and creativity to whatever you do.

If you're planning on working in clubs, which invariably just have plain old gramophones ( ) in them, however, you will unfortunately need old vinyl decks to practice on, as clubs will either have no cd-decks, or different cd-decks to whichever ones you choose.

true but the cd thing i saw was a dual cd but i dont know how to use it im just starting dont even got any equipment yet but if more ppl say go w/ the cd ill probably go w/that one, im just afraid of wasting $(as probably most ppl r) i.e if i buy the dual cd thing and have no idea how to use the thing and no one does either im screwed but if i buy the turntables i have the same prob u know wut i mean, so wut do u think i should do?????

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CD-decks are alot quicker to use than vinyl, especially when it comes to back-cueing after "testing" the beats are in sync etc. CD-decks also offer a vast amount of extra features that can only add variety and creativity to whatever you do.

Yes, I started mixing on cd's and moved onto vinyl, but i'd rather use cd than vinyl, mainly because thats what I started out with, but also cd's are easier to transport than vinyl. For R&B I'd suggest direct drive tt's as they can start quicker than belt and scratching is a big part of being a hip hop DJ.

Gary's point of cd's is very true, cueing is much, much faster, as you only have to hit the cue button and it's there, but vinyl, you have to wind it back and takes time. Also the higher up model's of cd dex have effects like echo and reverb etc.. This is good, but if you only have a small amout of cash your better off starting low then working up, but if you have the cash then go for the higher models (ie pioneer 1000).

Another point is the cost in the long run, over here vinyls cost around £8-15 for 1 vinyl (with a few remix's on), for £15 you can get 2 cd's but with 40 tracks.

like i said b4 im new and all the stuff ur guys r saying(and girls) r going ove my head example....

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cueing is much, much faster, as you only have to hit the cue button and it's there, but vinyl, you have to wind it back and takes time. Also the higher up model's of cd dex have effects like echo and reverb etc..

wuts cueing and wuts a cd dex?

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true but the cd thing i saw was a dual cd but i dont know how to use it im just starting dont even got any equipment yet but if more ppl say go w/ the cd ill probably go w/that one, im just afraid of wasting $(as probably most ppl r) i.e if i buy the dual cd thing and have no idea how to use the thing and no one does either im screwed but if i buy the turntables i have the same prob u know wut i mean, so wut do u think i should do?????

I have a dual cd player, not top of the range but it's good for what I want it for, I mix Old skool Dance, D+B and UK Garage. Don't worry about knowing how to use them, I found out how to use mine in a matter of days, being as you havent bought any yet, I suggest you have a good play with em in the shop, if your unsure on how to use it, ask.

When I started, I looked at my cd dex and saw loads of flashing lights etc..buttons like cue,pitch and loop, and thought god, what have I done. but after a few pushing of buttons I got the hang of it.

Remember to ask questions

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wuts cueing and wuts a cd dex?

CD Dex is short for cd decks-sorry it's me being lazy-LOL

Cueing is where you start at a certain point of a song, ie first beat, and when mixing you go back to that cue point to begin a mix.

There is a topic on here about mixing, I'll find it for you.

thx sbd ill have to go bak to the store and play w/ it but it wasnt plugged in but ill do it some how thx 4 the help itll help me in the long run but that store only had 1 cd dual player and to tt's i have know clue where and Dj stores r in florida u know where ne r??

Sorry m8 unable to find the topic on here so I will find you a site on mixing techniques and pm you it.

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i have know clue where and Dj stores r in florida u know where ne r??

I think you best bet is too pm dj mobile crooks.

SBD

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ill have to go bak to the store and play w/ it but it wasnt plugged in

Make sure the person in the shop know's how to work it and don't be afraid to ask questions. oh and definetly play with em and understand clearly how they work-make sure their plugged in.

k thx sbd ill ask him

CD all the way with me, I can't buy vinyl unless I travel 50 miles there and bac, also CD is lighter, may sound strange but everybody here would rather carry 1000 CD's than 1000 records, they get heavier the older you get. Also if you need someone to bring a track along it will normally be on CD

I find this question very intresting as i own both technics 1210s, the club standard deck which if your serious about mixing would be the minimum standand of deck you would need, and i also own the best cd deck money can buy the denon dns-5000 which is a amazing bit of kit.

I still prefer straight beat mixing ( getting 2 records playing at the same speed then fading from 1 song to the other) on vinal for me its just that little bit better but the cost of vinal mixing soon adds up so i would recomend starting with cd decks coz the difference between the 2 nowadays are very very small, but let us know the make of the cd player before you buy it and we can all let you know if its any good!

Ok if you serious about djing i would buy this book it is great i have a copy!

HOW TO DJ (PROPERLY) BY F BROUGHTON & B BREWSTER
It's the dj's bible, it covers absolutely everything you'll ever need to know. How to dj (properly) covers it all, from why you should be djing, how to listen to music, beat matching, mixing in key, cutting, your first gig and turntable effects.

thats good and all but i 1st need to buy equipment

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HOW TO DJ (PROPERLY) BY F BROUGHTON & B BREWSTER It's the dj's bible,

but how much $ or are u offering to lend it

Its £15 which is about $20. im not sure if it avalible in the us but its a good book to buy before you get your gear as it talks you through what gear is best to buy for what you need and no im afraid i cant lend you the book as i still use it from time to time as it teaches advanced technics as well as the the basics and i live in the uk!!

yup i kinda knew u wouldnt lend it cause i knew u lived in the uk but thx ne-ways (anyways)

Would definately go for the cd players for most if the reasons the other guys named,try pioneers dj300 players if you get a chance,they are easy to use and have some good effects on them.

well i wanna get cheap gear for now to mess with so wut r some brand names for cheap ($ wise)

Well I just have simple twin cd player decks (19" rack) and do for what I use em for mixing.

As long as they have a pitch, cue and play button I'm happy

Cheap Dual Cd Players:- Citronic CD1, Soundlab CDJ2110, Gemini CDX-602

Cheap Turntables (Direct Drive):- Gemini XL-300 or XL-500 mk2

Gemini scratchmaster 4.0 Package includes a Paiir of XL300 turntables inc Cart & Styli, PMX-500 mixer, PM-100 powered monitor speakers, EM-50 Headphones, GM-26 Microphone (UK Members contact me for a good deal on this package )


- XL300 turntable


- XL500 Mk2 Turntable


- PMX-500 Mixer

The book that Dj Kray has mentioned (How to D.J properly) is available by mail order in the U.S from Amazon for $16.95 click on the link below

HOW TO D.J BOOK LINK

Cor blimey, could of found a bigger picture of them decks, could'nt you chris?-LOL

I've got Citronic CD-1's not bad for the price.

ya i think imma gonna b a dj