How to Become a DJ

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1. How to Cue Tracks as a DJ
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Want to spin tracks like your favorite DJ? Start here and learn the basics of how to cue music tracks using a turntable or mixing software.

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Want to spin tracks like your favorite DJ? Start here and learn the basics of how to cue music tracks using a turntable or mixing software.
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2. Understanding Volume and Gain for DJs
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One of the most important aspects of DJing is understanding gain and volume control. Learn how to adjust gain and volume in the program Serato and on DJ mixers.

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One of the most important aspects of DJing is understanding gain and volume control. Learn how to adjust gain and volume in the program Serato and on DJ mixers.
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3. Where to Find the Best DJ Music
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Trying to make it big as a DJ? Know that song selection is 80% of the game. Learn how to put together the best selection of music for your particular crowd.

Where to Find the Best DJ Music

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Trying to make it big as a DJ? Know that song selection is 80% of the game. Learn how to put together the best selection of music for your particular crowd.
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4. Essential Scratch Techniques for DJs
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The prominence of the DJ - largely by scratching tracks - is a key element of Hip Hop music. In this lesson, you learn the Baby, Stab, and Transform Scratches.

Essential Scratch Techniques for DJs

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The prominence of the DJ - largely by scratching tracks - is a key element of Hip Hop music. In this lesson, you learn the Baby, Stab, and Transform Scratches.
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5. DJ Techniques for Song Transitions
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A DJ is only as good as his or her song transitions. This lesson from DJ Kenya shows you how to cut, fade, spin back, and rewind between songs.

DJ Techniques for Song Transitions

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A DJ is only as good as his or her song transitions. This lesson from DJ Kenya shows you how to cut, fade, spin back, and rewind between songs.

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