DJing For Dummies, 3rd Edition

Learn to:Choose, set up and plug in your choice of DJ techDevelop and record your own DJing styleDiscover mixing techniques for all levelsDJ with turntables, CD decks and digital DJ softwareLearn to DJ like a pro without skipping a beatThe bestselling guide to spinning and scratching is back and better than before! If you re ready to take your DJing skills out of your home and into a public venue, this new edition of DJing For Dummies is your go–to guide for mastering the basics of mixing, creating your own DJing style and building a foolproof set to play to a live crowd.Got two turntables and a microphone? get to know the core pieces of equipment you ll need in order to be a DJ, the best ways to build your collection of tunes and advice on going retro–chic or digital geekDon t miss a beat discover expert tips on the many ways to use, choose, connect to and set up your equipment for professional DJ useMix it up get the lowdown on the details of DJing, from creating transitions between tunes and starting them at the correct points to the complicated moves demanded by the scratch artistPut some boom in your booth find tons of helpful information on how to sell yourself as a DJ, create a great–sounding demo and soar as a scratching star or rise as a rock legend when you finally land that long–anticipated gigOpen the book and find:How you can thrive as a DJ without expensive, cumbersome kitLoops, effects and live remixing techniquesGuidance on shopping for the best DJing equipmentThe best CD and turntable features for your unique needsThe different ways to control digital DJ softwareTop DJing mistakes to avoidTips on spreading your sound and skills across the worldBiographie de l'auteurJohn Steventon, AKA DJ Recess, has built a reputation as a successful club DJ. Via his website (recess.co.uk) and the first two editions of DJing For Dummies, John has taught thousands of aspiring DJs the tricks of the trade. During the day John works as a film editor for the BBC.