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Revision as of 18:29, 12 October 2011
Since the emergence of high-performance laptops, digital DJing has become extremely popular because of its accessibility and affordability. DJs that still had their equipment from the 80s and 90s could now integrate it with computers with the use of a Digital Vinyl System too use MP3s as opposed to crates of vinyls.
No longer do people have to buy large/heavy/expensive equipment then pay more for its upkeep.
History of DJing:
In 1973. DJ Kool Herc was the first true 'DJ' by the modern sense of the term. He was the first person to seamlessly blend tracks together in an effort to avoid awkward breaks in between songs. In 1974 technics released the legendary Sl-1200s which are the industry standard even now.
Traditional DJ setups:
Without a Computer: 2 Vinyl Turntables + Analog mixer 2 CD Turntables + Analog mixer
With a Computer: DVS (Digital Vinyl System) w/ analog equipment USB Controller iTunes/other software
Popular DJ software: Ableton Live Virtual DJ Serato Traktor Deckadance Torq
