How To Choose Which Type Of DJ You Will Be: Music Format

Beginner DJs have a lot of hard decisions as they start their career. Perhaps the hardest of those choices is which music format you will be spinning.

A proper choice of music formats will lead the beginner DJ down different paths throughout their career.

What To Avoid When Buying Vinyl DJ Turntables

Buying turntables can be a nerve wracking experience for any beginner DJ. You have so many choices when it comes to the types of turntables but you may ask yourself what is the right one for me and which ones should I avoid?

Before you make any costly mistakes it’s best to do research, as always. Luckily for you, this post will tell you some of the things you’ll want to avoid when buying turntables.

The Vinyl Record Pricing Guide

Many DJs and collectors often hold immense value to their collection which cannot be determined using a cash value. To others, vinyl is an excellent source of income as well as a great opportunity to cycle through many works without keeping them indefinitely.

Selling your vinyl could bring you the needed cash to buy a new piece of gear, allow you to attend the next big party or provide for your livelihood.

The Vinyl Record Grading Guide

For people interested in collecting vinyl records one question often arises when buying and selling: what is the grade of the vinyl?

As a DJ or collector it is very important to know the grade of your record before you make any final decision on the purchase. Knowing the grade of the vinyl will help ensure you receive the best bang for your buck and help you choose vinyl that will keep its value for years to come.

The following is a guide to grading vinyl records.

How To Clean Vinyl Records

Vinyl Records need a lot of caring, plain and simple. Without cleaning your vinyl records, mildew and other forms of damages may occur.

Knowing the correct solutions and equipment to clean your vinyl is key to keeping a great collection sounding great.

DJs need to be just as religious with caring for their records as much as a collector would. Without proper cleaning, vinyl will not play to their best potential and will sound muddy on the dance floor.