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you have ever thought about starting a and [url=/blog]mobile DJ business[/url], you may have hit the "equipment roadblock" along the way. Don't worry! I can help.
Lots of people think about starting a DJ business and get frustrated thumbing through equipment catalogs and descriptions. The prices can be extremely high, and there are always the little extra bits and pieces you need to fill out your gear. Cables, microphones, lights, extension cords, etc. It's a bit overwhelming.
Stop. For just a moment, think about the basic, bare bones necessities that a DJ needs to have. A sound source (CD player or iPod), speakers, and music. That's it.
Sure, there are lots of little things to fill in the gaps, but that's basically it. Decide on a sound source first. Will you be running CDs or MP3 files? If you want to start simple, just use your laptop and Apple iTunes to get started. If you want to go a little further [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], look at a dual CD deck. Any music store with a pro audio section will have several to choose from.
Next, your speakers need to be "pro" quality. Don't settle for home audio speakers or anything like that. Get a decent set of professional speakers with at least 12" drivers. These will run about $300 or more for a pair. Plus [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], you need to have power to the speakers. Active speakers will be self-powered, but they cost more. Passive speakers will cost less [link widoczny dla zalogowanych], but require an additional power amplifier to work. An appropriate power amp for your speakers may cost $250 or more.
To connect the sound source and the speakers, you may need a mixer. This depends, so don't rush out and buy one just yet. If you purchased a dual CD deck, it may have the proper outputs to connect directly to a power amp. If not, you will want to run from the deck into a DJ mixer. If you decided to use a laptop or mp3 player, you will most likely need a DJ mixer. The mixer can cost $60 or more for a decent starter piece.
Finding good deals? That's easy. Ebay is your friend. Look for reputable brand names on eBay. There are lots of cheap imitation brands that will let you down, so don't settle for the cheapest gear you find. Craigslist can also help you out. To get the most out of your investment, try purchasing only the basic necessities at first. Then when you begin to make more profits, re-invest the money to buy more gear and upgrade your old stuff. That's a powerful way to grow your equipment to truly professional level.
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