Home Vinyl Dj Setup

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Home vinyl dj setup.

Before being discontinued in 2010 the reliable sl 1200 line was the industry standard for djs spinning vinyl and earned cult status among home listeners. Controllers essentially mimic the function of turntables and mixers. You have the option of buying and using vinyl using turntables cdjs as the name suggests is a digital music player designed to play music from cds but can also play music from usb drives too outboard controllers or you can dj. The equipment pictured above is the pioneer djm 250 mk2 once again my full review is here.

The turntables are pioneer plx 1000 check the price and see my review technics comparison here. A full license of serato dj pro is included making it one of the least expensive ways to have a complete serato dj setup for the home club or concert venue. Most new turntables come with cartridges but make sure to verify this before purchasing. What your vinyl dj setup needs even though it seems as if the entire dj world has gone loco for digital there are still quite a few old skool djs who prefer the touch feel and sound of good old fashioned vinyl.

This setup starts with the sleek and iconic technics sl 1200 mk2 turntable. If you re buying your first listening turntable setup go with a tried and true cartridge like ortofon 2m red 99. Using our knowledge and experience the lab breaks it down as simply as possible. Please note you ll always be able to find exceptions and additions to this guide but we focused on the most popular dj setups.

Check out our guide to the best dj controller for beginners it covers a range of controllers and includes our pick for the best dj controller. Even if you didn t need the all encompassing power of this system the plx 1000 s are great vinyl turntables for any setup. Technology today has really opened up the ability for anyone to have a good dj set up regardless of budget. While a computer is the backbone and foundation of a home dj setup it isn t a dj setup until you actually have some dj gear in there.

If you no longer use vinyl records or cds then purchasing a controller is really the only step you need to take to create a viable dj setup. If you plan to buy a cartridge for your turntable figure out if you need a headshell mounted cartridge or a cartridge that directly mounts to your tonearm turntable arm. Most modern djs opt for a simpler and easier digital setup composed of a controller and a laptop. The turntable is only available as deadstock for now but the company has teased a 2016 revival.