{"id":1768815,"date":"2021-04-23T18:10:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-23T18:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/?post_type=articles&#038;p=1768815"},"modified":"2023-01-26T18:03:46","modified_gmt":"2023-01-26T18:03:46","slug":"getting-started-with-dj-controllers","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/articles\/getting-started-with-dj-controllers\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Started with DJ Controllers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There are many different DJ equipment setups\nthat are all dependent on your venue, such as weddings or clubs. But knowing\nthe basic ins and outs will make you a better DJ. That\u2019s why, in this guide,\nwe\u2019ll talk about the DJ setup fundamentals so you can get up and running in no\ntime! Follow the sections below to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><a href=\"#What-is-a-DJ-controller\"><strong>What is a DJ controller?<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Parts-of-a-DJ-controller\"><strong>Parts of a DJ controller<\/strong><\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Mixer\"><strong>Mixer<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li><strong><a href=\"#Platter\">Platter<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"What-is-a-DJ-controller\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader blackHeader alignLeft noUnderline customh2 swheader\">What is a DJ controller?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before showing you how to set up a DJ\ncontroller and incorporate it with your gear, you first need to know what it is\nand how it works.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some DJ controllers allow you to stream songs\nusing an external device such as a tablet, external hard drive, or traditional\nvinyl. Some can even stream via Wi-Fi! However, probably the most common type\nof DJ controller is one that requires a computer and DJ software, such as\nSerato or Rekordbox, to operate the controller.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DJ Controllers 101: What to Look for and How to Use Them\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3GZLUUc3Qnk?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DJ Controllers 101: What to Look For and How to Use Them <\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button flat s blue\">Return to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"Parts-of-a-DJ-controller\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader blackHeader alignLeft noUnderline customh2 swheader\">Parts of a DJ controller<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are plenty of different DJ\ncontrollers out there, they all have two common parts: the <strong>mixer <\/strong>and the\n<strong>platter<\/strong>. Their configuration and features can differ from one another,\nso we\u2019ll just cover the basics that\u2019ll get you up and running. Once you\u2019re\ncomfortable navigating your controller, you can check out the owner\u2019s manual to\ndig into the more unique features!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Mixer\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader darkBlueHeader alignLeft underline customh3 swheader\">Mixer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The mixer, located in the middle of the DJ\ncontroller, is where you\u2019ll adjust settings such as the EQ, track level, and\ncrossfader. You can also control various audio I\/O routings, such as the Headphone,\nMain, and Boothmixes, and sometimes even work with software control!\nHere are a few fundamental tips when you\u2019re working with the mixer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Play a tune and set your channel fader, sometimes called the \u201cup fader,\u201d to unity, usually marked as <strong>0<\/strong>. There\u2019s no attenuation or amplification at unity, so you have some room to turn it down or up later when you\u2019re in the mix.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Turn up your gain, located at the top of the channel fader, so you are just barely clipping at the loudest part of the song, and then back it off just a little bit. Set your Main Out just like the channel so it is just below clipping. You don\u2019t want red lights.<\/li><li>Both channels should be at a consistent level with each other. That way, the performance doesn\u2019t sound unnatural when you\u2019re crossfading.<\/li><li>Keep your EQ knobs at 12 o\u2019clock and turn off your effects until you need them.<\/li><li>Make sure that your crossfader slider is dead center! If it\u2019s all the way to the left or right, you won\u2019t get any signal from the respective track.<ul><li>Adjust the crossfader\u2019s slope to find the right balance between transition and volume cutoff. You\u2019ll find that a steeper curve will be closer to an <strong>ON\/OFF<\/strong> switch; this is how scratch DJs work their magic. On the other hand, softer curves allow smoother blends       and are more common in techno, house, and styles with long blends.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Don\u2019t feel as if you have to use everything, especially when you\u2019re learning the ropes. Plenty of DJs don\u2019t use their crossfader at all and choose to use up faders to bring in tracks. There are no crossfaders on most radio station broadcast consoles, and plenty of the high-end DJ mixers are rotary mixers with no crossfader.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Restraint is a skill, and while effects and filters are fun and let you put your stamp on the mixes, you may find your enthusiasm for your new tools masking both tunes!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"How-to-use-the-headphone-cue\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader blackHeader alignLeft underline customh4 swheader\">How to use the headphone cue<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Using the headphone cue is probably one of the\nfirst and most important things to learn when you start DJing. It allows you to\nlisten to the upcoming track while the audience only hears the song that\u2019s\ncurrently playing. It\u2019s a critical function when you need to set up cues,\nfine-tune the tempo, and adjust the start- and endpoints. Utilizing the\nheadphone cue can surprisingly make or break a performance. There\u2019s nothing\nworse than having the perfect song to transition to, only to have it fall in\nthe wrong spot! Headphone cues are straightforward to set up, too, so follow\nthese steps to get it right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are generally two ways that cues work.\nSome brands allow multiple tracks to be cued up at a time, while others allow only\none channel to be queued up at a time. They both have advantages, but it\u2019s good\nto know what you\u2019re working with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Turn the channel down on the song you\u2019re about to bring in, then press the channel\u2019s <strong>Cue <\/strong>button in the mixer section.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Make the necessary adjustments like the tempo and cue points.<\/li><li>If the song that\u2019s already playing is drum-heavy and the one you\u2019re bringing in has more vocals, consider rolling off the lows and highs to get rid of kick and hats for your incoming tune, so it sits better as you blend it in.<\/li><li>Once everything is set up, then slowly turn that channel\u2019s fader (or knob) up to the right volume over the track you\u2019re transitioning over.<\/li><li>You can either use the channel\u2019s fader or the crossfader to transition to the other track. It\u2019s all a matter of preference, so practice each way and see what you think sounds best.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/04\/Mixer.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/04\/Mixer.png\" alt=\"Mixer\" class=\"wp-image-1768817\" width=\"218\" height=\"325\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Mixer<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DJ Academy Tips &amp; Tricks | Smoothing Out Your Mix With Filter &amp; EQ\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/kAFX6dnFTN0?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Smoothing Out Your Mix With Filter &amp; EQ<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Mixing with faders (day 1, 3\/3) - DJ Academy - DJControl Inpulse 300\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LelQ_K6zGLI?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Mixing with Faders<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DDJ-400 Tutorials: Mixing with FX\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QXEIujJb0k4?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Mixing with FX<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DDJ-400 Tutorials: Drop Swapping\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/4SHA45HtL2o?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Drop Swapping<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"Platter\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader darkBlueHeader alignLeft underline customh3 swheader\">Platter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The platters are like a DAW controller because they\u2019re where operations such as transport control and adding track cues are performed. You\u2019ll work with the individual tracks here. Depending on your controller, you can permanently or temporarily adjust the song\u2019s tempo so it can sync up correctly for a smooth transition. Modern DJ controllers also have pads by the platters, which you can assign to control different functions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The platters on DJ controllers often serve two purposes: the slider near the platter is usually for pitch control, and the knob on the side is for browser control.<\/li><li>Not to be confused with the <em>Cue <\/em>button on the mixer, the <em>Cue <\/em>button located on the deck will typically set <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/insync\/cue\/\" target=\"_blank\">cue<\/a> points on a track.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Cue points are markers you place at a specific point in a song you can then use as a starting point. You\u2019ll probably want a cue point at the very beginning of the song so you can jump back there instantly.&nbsp;<\/li><li>You may also want a cue point at the beginning of the first chorus and maybe at an interesting instrumental section, such as the bridge. But if you miss the mark, there\u2019s usually a <strong>SHIFT <\/strong>key that you can hold and hit the pad again to erase the cue point you created.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The pads, usually located below the platter, can be used in many ways beyond cue points. If your DJ controller has the feature, you can trigger drums or synth samples, assign specific pads to trigger or loop certain cue points, and more! <ul><li>Be sure to check out the owner\u2019s manual to see what functions your DJ controller\u2019s pads have and how to assign them.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/04\/Platter.png\" alt=\"Platter\" class=\"wp-image-1768816\" width=\"218\" height=\"325\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/04\/Platter.png 436w, https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/04\/Platter-201x300.png 201w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 218px) 100vw, 218px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Platter<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DJ Academy Tips &amp; Tricks | The Basics of Scratching w\/ DJ Prophet\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z43I9mRnsc8?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>The Basics of Scratching w\/ DJ Prophet<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DDJ-SB3 Tutorials: How to Use Pad Scratch\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2PVk_jsydYo?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>How to Use Pad Scratch<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"#\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"button flat s blue\">Return to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"Continue-to\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader blackHeader alignLeft underline customh4 swheader\">Continue to<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know how to get started with DJ controllers continue to learn how to set up your DJ controller!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/articles\/how-to-set-up-dj-controllers\/\" class=\"relatedcontent_link\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-related-content\"><div class=\"relatedcontent_block\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/04\/DJ-Controller-Setup-Guide.png);background-size:cover;background-position:center\"><div class=\"relatedcontent_overlay_content\"><\/div><div class=\"relatedcontent-text relatedcontent_content\"><p class=\"relatedcontent_title\" style=\"color:#fff\">How to Set Up DJ Controllers<\/p><p class=\"relatedcontent_subhead\" style=\"color:#fff;border:none\"><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/a>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DJ Tips for a High-Energy Live Set\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yOQjZmePjfs?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>DJ Tips for a High-Energy Live Set<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Organize Your DJ Library\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uYL0xmot0s0?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>How to Organize Your DJ Library<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to DJ | Beat Matching\" width=\"620\" height=\"349\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZRCKRqHfbJA?wmode=transparent&amp;rel=0&amp;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>How to DJ | Beat Matching<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"Additional-resources\" class=\"wp-block-cgb-block-customheader blackHeader alignLeft underline customh4 swheader\">Additional resources<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s some great tutorial content from our friends at Hercules and Pioneer! 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