DJing Need help with my first gear

[XxxstaticxxX]

Hi, I've been dJing for about a year and a half now and I have been using VirtualdJ software and my mouse, and some headphones. Well, the mouse is terrible for EQ control and I want to be able to do parties soon, not to mention, something that feels real

So I am about to purchase my first decks and mixer. All of my music is on .mp3 (all purchased ) I have been reading here about CDJs and I'm a bit confused about the difference between the 200,400,800,800mk2. what functions separate them?

By the way my budget is max $2000 for 2 cd decks and a mixer. I will need a mixer as well, I was recommended the dj-m600 from doing research. So I ask for some advice, hopefully I can get a nice set up with the money . right about now, anything is better than a mouse and a screen. . .

Thanks in advance for your responses,

Haroun

[pr0ficient]

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$2,000 could easily get you 2 CDJ 400s and a DJM 400 mixer. That'd be a sweet setup if you want to go all the Pioneer.

Anyways, there are quite a few threads about all of that on this forum, Even on the first few pages!

[XxxstaticxxX]

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That seems like an idea, the cdj400 looks real nice. Has anyone used the djm400 and djm600. It looks like the difference between the two is that the 600 has 4 channels. Why would you need 4 channels instead of 2? bear with me, i'm a bit new to all this

[XxxstaticxxX]

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Also PSSL offers (lists) the price of cdj400 at 630(750) and the djm400 at 550 (700). Are these good prices or would I be able to do better than that somewhere else?

[Caley Martin]

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check electronicscity.com for some pioneer stuff

they have great prices and bundles

[jeffrey collins]

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that setup proficient said would last you a long time and you'd be a lot better off on the decks if you had a pair of them in your own home that you can practice on.

[XxxstaticxxX]

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Thanks, I think I am settled now on proficient's set up. Now just have to wait until the cdj400's come out. Can't wait!

[ddr]

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2 channels = 2 cdjs.

if you want to add anything like a midi controller or a laptop, you need more channels... if your going to be spending that kind of money, i would opt for 4-6 channels just in case you want to add anything later... which will probably happen

i been saving my money for a setup of my own too... had a little set back, saw a piece of KAWS art that i absolutely had to have... 1/50 in the world. but still saving... lol

[XxxstaticxxX]

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Thanks guys, got my CDJ 400s and DJM 400, loving beatmatching!

[jeffrey collins]

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awesome bro. congrats. when you feel like you're getting good enough shoot a mix to the site.

[XxxstaticxxX]

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Got a mix up for ya using this set up, loving it

http://www.mercuryserver.com/forums/showthread.php?p=747272#post747272

[N-tchbl]

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in my country, for the price of 2000$ you can have 2xcdj400 + djm600... which'd be more than an ideal setup for the beginning home use i wish i have that ammount of money, i'd not think about it at all.. 'd call the store and order, well now.. i dunno if the prices are the same there but i think it cant be that different so i'd suggest this setup.

tho.. u'll need some money for some good headphones also, in that case you need extra 100eu for some decent ones at least.. and in that case djm600'd be a lot.... so, think about it all. or try to save some more and take cdj800!!!!!!!!

[kalin]

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should have gotten a better mixer - better in the sense of more functionality - at least a 3-channel one. Should have taken a look at the Vestax PCV-275 - less money, more channels, great build quality.

[XxxstaticxxX]

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what do I need 3 channels for if I have two turntables?

[jeffrey collins]

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^^^just in case you buy a CDJ, it gives you more flexibility for growing as a dj.