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What kind of equipment would I need to disc jockey at a wedding? I'm interested in becoming a wedding disc jockey. I do not have any DJ'ing experience, but would like to get into the business. I have a good ear for music (dating from the 80s-present), I listen to many classics that I can imagine myself hearing at a wedding and dancing to, etc etc. But more importantly, what kind of equipment do I need to get started? At a recent wedding when I actually paid attention to the DJ, I noticed that he was working off of his Mac; no turntables or anything. Other than supplying and playing music, and the occasional talking on mic to interact with the crowd, what would a wedding DJ be responsible for? Lighting? Providing speakers? I'd like to keep it simplistic and go with the laptop-for-music route. I'd plan on putting the hours into compiling a playlist that's suitable for the crowd's demographic, along with a lot of back-up material to get the crowd going if things get dull. Guidance would be appreciated. Thanks!

Disc Jockeys, what are the basic pieces of equipment that are needed to DJ with a laptop? I have a question for any Disc Jockeys. My 13-year old nephew wants to start DJing with his laptop. I was wondering what are the basic pieces of equipment that are needed? Is it just a mixer, turntable, laptop, and speaker that he needs? And is it possible that he can just use the laptop to DJ without the turntable? What are some good programs to use to DJ using only a laptop, mixer and speaker (minus the turntable)?

How do you learn to become a disc jockey? I have no experience in mixing, spinning, or disc jockeying, but I have a lot of experience in music. I am into music like Daft Punk, Justice, Digitalism, Chemical Brothers, etc. What is the best way to start mixing? What should I buy or do to start learning how to mix? What kind of equipment is necessary?

what's kind of equipment will i need to start a small Disk Jockey business? I need some nice equipment to start a small DJ business.I need to know what type of equipment will i need and what size speakers and amps would i use to cover most events.Technology has changed so much and I would like to upgrade my current equipment to at least keep up with competition.Can someone give me a idea on what i will need to get the party jumping?

how do I become a Disc Jockey? I've always wanted to be a DJ, but where do I start? what equipment do I use? where do I learn? I already have a ton of vinyl. where do I work? Tips? Hints? Help?

I want to work as a Disc Jockey what are the BASIC tools I'll need to get started? down loadable programs? equipment etc and I know practice makes perfect but what are some tips that I might find interesting

How does one disc jockey? What equipment do I need to have my brother DJ my quinceanera? At the very minimum? If you don't know, helpful links would be GREaT as weell! thanks!!

DJ Disk Jockey in Des Moines IA looking for cheap party equipment? Hi, I am the owner of www.abcdj.us and i am looking to buy disco balls, lighting equipment and other equipment for high school reunions and weddings an such, where can i get the best price and the best value in des moines ia, i do not want to buy the crappy dept store stuff, but i do want to by local, maybe ankeny or clive, but prefer to find a good deal in des moines, ia

HELP PLEASEI want to work as a DJ (disc jockey) in local clubs? what can i do to start out? i know 1st you need to have all the equipment but what else

What i would be chosse i have interest in screenplay writing and disc jockey? Hi yahoo. I got my answers from this site. Now i am confused for many years in which specific area i allow myself to go. I have completed engineering and willing to go for job but beside i want to make my name in passion of my Screenplay writing and Disc Jockey. I have made many Bollywood song remixs and uploaded in my facebook account. Some of my friend like them. But i am mixing in Virtual DJ i mean i am bedroom dj and i want to go for dj equipment. But the problem is they are costly should i purchase it or apart from my another passion screenplay i had writtern many plot but failed to develop story half story idea i got but then i forget what to. If i get idea how to start and end up my story then i do'nt know what to do in middle. Now i am working on horror genre plot and extinsively searching for story pattern and screenplay format. i know screen writing require patience but to proceed futher my mind when went in remixing a song. While deejying i am worring about my plot ? Plz help me

Good computer software for a Disc Jockey?? My husband is a DJ and wants to use his laptop instead of hauling around the heavy equipment. I want to get him a computer program for Christmas, but have no idea what's good, or where to start. Any help would be great!

What kind of DJ Equipment do I need? I am a mobile disc jockey. And can you make a list for me, please. Thank you. And I will be playing music on my Dell Inspiron 1526.

disc jockey, DJ, questions? look im very curious about dJING and want to know a few things but 1st thing i wannt to know it every SINGLE equipment i need everything plz HELp and sorry im sure u guys get these questions alot

Dj ( Disc Jockey) with one Deck using software: can it be done? This is a question for DJ's who use CDJ's or CD-Dj equipment. I was considering buying some decks to retrain my ears for DJing, its been a while so i'm a bit rusty ( i was a vinyl guy). But i want to do this for minimal cost so i was considering the Numarkx NDX 400's read the reviews they do pretty much the same as generic CDJ ( which i do have access to for an hour or so per week) drifting... I wanted to buy one deck to save money and hook that deck up to some software which would allow that one deck to act as two decks, so essentially what i wanted was a package that consisted of: 1-Numark NDX 400 2-a mixer ( which i already own) 3-software which i can download onto my mac that does what i said. The trouble is i don't know if this is possible ( the one deck acting as two thing) can somebody advise me on how to proceed. Thanks for your help

How does one disk jockey? I really want to start a private party DJing business; how would I go about this? I'd also like my brother to DJ my party, what equipment do we need (at the very minimum)? Much appreciated, if you don't know, helpful links would be GREaT too!

How do you do this journal entry? We are doing a Rico Sanchez Disk Jockey project. and im stuck on this. It says: Bought equipment supplies on account from Electronics Unlimited, $175.00. M2. Would equipment supplies be debited and then Accounts Payable-Electronics unlimited would be credited? or would cash get credited?

How/where could i learn how to DJ? I am really interested in learning how to disk jockey. I am willing to buy all the equipment, i just need to learn how to...? thanks in advance

I want to be a dj (disk Jockey)? i know thats a huge task but im ready for it. im a graffiti artist, and a game programmer and id like to be a dj. any tips on getting started, like Equipment ,classes in anthem arizona or just information in general thanks for your time Way to be an ass alan.

Becoming a DJ - tips or advice? Hey all, I recently just got offered the job of being a Disc Jockey for a local professional company (part-time, of course) and they do offer training and all equipment necessary but I was wondering if anyone has any useful tips or advice for me. I really appreciate any suggestions that would help make me feel comfortable and a better DJ! :)

Karaoke Set Up help needed for newbie? I am about the take over a small pub in our local area and am looking at investing in some Karaoke equipment in order to have Karaoke nights without the expense of a Karaoke or Disc Jockey. Having had a look on internet sites and ebay there is loads of equipment out there and I am totally confused!! Its only a small pub and I think there wil be a max of 50 people. I will only be using it for Karaoke, so don't need any fancy DJ mixers etc, although will want to play songs when no-one is singing - which I plan to do through laptop rather than Karaoke player. Can anyone please advise on which equipment would suit me, obviously I want decent good sounding equipment but don't want to spend an absolute arm and a leg because I will only be using in our pub for fun karaoke nights, although i do fancy the cordless mic's with reverb etc (any recommendations?) Any help what so ever would be greatly appreciated Thanks in advance Sarah I am based in the UK

I need help with my life! :D? Lol. Well, I wanna be a Disc Jockey when I grow up. Not anything fancy, just like a side-job. Like where I DJ at parties and stuff. Lol. Well...I need help, my Parent's don't agree. Go figure.. Anyways, does anyone know exactly what you need to be a Disc Jockey, I know what you need...I just don't know exactly what they're called and what not. And, yeah..I sound like some kid that's dreaming, not knowing what everything is called and what I need and stuff..but I've used my Friend's equipment, and I have potential. Haha. So. Help? I guess people aren't getting the question. I don't need advice really... I need a LIST of things I need to become a Disc Jockey! Like a Turn table!? And whatever else? Thank you, Mark! :)

Is it ok to listen to rap music while pregnant? Ya'll please dont laugh at my crazy question bc i really want to know. Im 23 weeks pregnant and im a Disc Jockey. Im still doing parties i just have someone help load and unload my equipment for me. Alot of times I have to play rap music at my gigs which doesnt bother me a bit bc i love rap! The only problem is I know theres alot of cursing in the songs and i was wondering if that would have an affect on my unborn child. They always say its good to listen to classical music while pregnant but im more of a hip hop type of momma...lol Now when my child is born im not gonna be playing rap and bad music around him but while hes inside me is that type of music ok to listen to? When im in my car i still like to bump my rap, should i stop for the time being? my boyfriend is more of a country and rock type person so our son is definitely gonna be a music lover of all kinds...lol

Where to start out 16 Year Old DJ? So, i'm a sixteen year old DJ Located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida newly moved here from Europe. I want to start out my DJ'ing career or atleast have some experience before i head out in Major things like clubs and stuff like that. I have my DJ equipment already set up, but i'm wondering what i should start out with for getting experience until i'm old enough to do the major things. I have read a lot about promoting yourself to get gigs, and having a fair price on performing but i'm not sure. I've been thinking about joining up with Workshops but since i'm pretty new to this location i'm not sure where to search for that. So what i'm asking for is what should i do to gain experience and getting things to workout for me as a newly upcoming Disc Jockey in a entirely new foreign location. I just need a point in the right direction pretty much. Thanks for all the upcoming answers and i'm sorry for the spelling mistakes i might have.

Please help! I have to jounalize these entries and here are the few I am stuck on.? 3/3 Paid $500 for advertising on the local radio staion 3/6 Paid $100 on the supplies purchased on March 2 3/7 Received $650 for rental of CD's from local radio station. 3/10 DJ'd a local wedding for $500, to be paid at a later date. 3/15 Received $600 for serving as a disk jockey at the local Elk's club. 3/22 Received $600 for serving as a disk jockey at a charity ball 3/31 Received $500 from the wedding performed on March 10th. Here are the titles of accounts: CASH, ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, SUPPLIES, PREPAID INSURANCE, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION-OFFICE EQUIPMENT, ACCOUNTS PAYABLE, WAGES EXPENSE, UNEARNED REVENUE, LYNN SWANN CAPITAL, LYNN SWANN DRAWING, ACCOUNT SUMMARY, FEES EARNED, WAGES EXPENSE, OFFICE RENT EXPENSE, EQUIPMENT RENT EXPENSE, UTILITIES EXPENSE, MUSIC EXPENSE, ADVERVTISING EXPENSE, SUPPLIES EXPENSE, DEPRECIATION EXPENSE AND MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!!

asset disposals - Prepare the journal entry recording the scrapping of the speaker? Lozz entertainment provides disk jockey services for weddings and other events. At a recent gathering, one of Lozz's recently purchased speakers that began to smoke and was deemed unuseable. Lozz decided to scrap the speaker. The original cost of the speaker was $500 and lozz had recognized $100 of depreciation on it at the time of scrapping. Prepare the journal entry recording the scrapping of the speaker.... This is what I came up with but the answer is wrong... I need someone to please explain what I did wrong... Debit: Accum Deprec $400 Debit: Loss on Disposal of fixed assets $100 Credit: Equipment $500 HELP

I have to have an ovarian cyst, ovary and tube removed on Tues. & need to work on Saturday...Help!!? I have an ovarian cyst on my right ovary and my doctor want to remove the cyst, ovary and tube. The surgery is set for Tuesday the 11th. The problem is my husband and I are professional disc jockeys and have a wedding reception on Saturday that is about 4 hours away. My family is driving me crazy saying there is no way I can do this. Has anyone out there that has had this done (not know of someone)? How long did it take to recover? My husband is going to do all the setting of the equipment up...All I will be doing is the playing of the music. I know of all the chances of infection. Can you tell me what to expect after I have this done?? Kind of worried!! Thanks to all... I also have put a call in to my Dr. about my situation.

How do i record live karaoke singing from my work sound system to my laptop? i am a kj(karaoke jockey) i mainly use cdg disks i have my sound system at work but i also bring in my laptop compaq presario cq50-215nr i use a converter for display graphics from my laptop to tv's, i also run an rca cable from my headphones jack to sound system for sound. i do this for karaoke/reg music i have on my laptop(in addition to my cdg disks) but what i want to do and have been tryin with no success is to record when someone is singing to my laptop so that i can burn it to a cd. Please help me im sure its somethin simple. lol... but do i need a piece of equipment whatever it is i just need to know what, how and process of being able to get the results i need. Thanks..

What is the best way to get financing for my small business? Hello, My name is Devon. I just started a small business a couple of months ago and I really need a grant or a loan to utilize its full potential. Where should I go and what should I do. My personal credit is not good, so the loan I'm not to sure about. My business is registered with my state and I and an EIN number. I'm all set just need the extra money. Take a look at my business proposal and give me constructive criticism please!!! TO ____________________________________ Submitted on __________________ Executive Summary VIDEO MEMORY seeks $30,000 to fund its enterprise endeavors that will serve the families of every community. This company will serve many different families by transforming their filmed special events into memorable home movies. VIDEO MEMORY will also offer internships to college students concentrating in film and video studies. The skills college students will gain working with Video Memory will allow them to establish or significantly enhance their resume. Contact: Devon Chambers · Video Memory · 562 candle lane #303· Newport News, VA 23608 Phone: (757) 438-5523 Email: devon@videomemori.com Website: www.videomemori.com A. Business Overview VIDEO MEMORY’s mission is to bridge the past and the present with the technologies of film production and video editing. Our company has no limitations. We film any and every special event, big or small. VIDEO MEMORY is located in the heart on Newport News, Va. Video Memory was generated after a successful attempt to create a treasured digital video memory of the owner’s daughter. Our company offers a broad range of film recording related services. Video Memory is dedicated to allowing people in different communities to take advantage of the company’s talent in capturing and transforming their treasured memories. The company’s specific aim is to create digital keepsakes for people to love, cherish, and enjoy forever. B. Description of Service VIDEO MEMORY works to bring an emotionally compelling and modernized home movie viewing experience for the luxury of all families. Our services includes filming major events such as weddings, bar mitzvahs, family reunions, and small events such as birthday parties, cookouts, picnics, etc. EDUCATION: While serving our customers, we also make a strong effort to provide educational resources and career opportunities to students. We highly encourage youths to apply to our internship program because we are certain the skills gained will be critical in both academic and professional arenas. Internship students will obtain film making, video editing, photography, web design, videography, customer service, marketing, and entrepreneurship training. Through our wide range of services offered, our student interns, will have a unique opportunity to experience meeting the real world demands of digital media customers. ENTERPRISE: Starting as a company that converts VHS tapes into DVDs, VIDEO MEMORY, has evolved to offer a series of filming services. The evolution of Video Memory will allowed us to employ local teens and young college students. VIDEO MEMORY is proud to create such a rich opportunity for the young people of Hampton Roads to become pioneers in the film making revolution. The market for high end video editing technological skills is increasing exponentially. This is why it is critical to educate the youth of Hampton Roads to hone in on their digital talents and skills to meet the demands of valued customers. C. Population Groups Served VIDEO MEMORY serves people of all ages and backgrounds in Newport News, Va. We plan to expand to many different areas with our products and services. However, we have already started to reach out to and capitalized on the population groups accessible via the internet. D. Business Description VIDEO MEMORY seeks $30,000 to fund the camera equipment needed to complete the tasks of capturing and filming events. We offer a series of different packages, two of which requires VIDEO MEMORY to travel offsite to film different occasions. We also offer a series of incentive packages such as free limousine and disc jockey services to customers scheduling their special events with us. To the customer’s satisfaction, we will then edit their event footage and create a digital keepsake they are guaranteed to love. Here at VIDEO MEMORY, we strive to provide a very exciting and valuable experience for our interns and employees. We have developed an educational approach that incorporates the following elements: *Internship: We offer internships to any student willing to learn about the business and or continue to improve on their abilities to be creative and dynamic. *On the job approach: Each of our interns will be trained on video filming techniques. Ultimately, interns will be expected to capture and edit event footage under proper supervision to ensure the customer needs are met. We believe the on the job approach provides a meaning and co

What is the best option in getting financing for my business? Hello, My name is Devon. I just started a small business a couple of months ago and I really need a grant or a loan to utilize its full potential. Where should I go and what should I do. My personal credit is not good, so the loan I'm not to sure about. My business is registered with my state and I and an EIN number. I'm all set just need the extra money. Take a look at my business proposal and give me constructive criticism please!!! TO ____________________________________ Submitted on __________________ Executive Summary VIDEO MEMORY seeks $30,000 to fund its enterprise endeavors that will serve the families of every community. This company will serve many different families by transforming their filmed special events into memorable home movies. VIDEO MEMORY will also offer internships to college students concentrating in film and video studies. The skills college students will gain working with Video Memory will allow them to establish or significantly enhance their resume. Contact: Devon Chambers · Video Memory · 562 candle lane #303· Newport News, VA 23608 Phone: (757) 438-5523 Email: devon@videomemori.com Website: www.videomemori.com A. Business Overview VIDEO MEMORY’s mission is to bridge the past and the present with the technologies of film production and video editing. Our company has no limitations. We film any and every special event, big or small. VIDEO MEMORY is located in the heart on Newport News, Va. Video Memory was generated after a successful attempt to create a treasured digital video memory of the owner’s daughter. Our company offers a broad range of film recording related services. Video Memory is dedicated to allowing people in different communities to take advantage of the company’s talent in capturing and transforming their treasured memories. The company’s specific aim is to create digital keepsakes for people to love, cherish, and enjoy forever. B. Description of Service VIDEO MEMORY works to bring an emotionally compelling and modernized home movie viewing experience for the luxury of all families. Our services includes filming major events such as weddings, bar mitzvahs, family reunions, and small events such as birthday parties, cookouts, picnics, etc. EDUCATION: While serving our customers, we also make a strong effort to provide educational resources and career opportunities to students. We highly encourage youths to apply to our internship program because we are certain the skills gained will be critical in both academic and professional arenas. Internship students will obtain film making, video editing, photography, web design, videography, customer service, marketing, and entrepreneurship training. Through our wide range of services offered, our student interns, will have a unique opportunity to experience meeting the real world demands of digital media customers. ENTERPRISE: Starting as a company that converts VHS tapes into DVDs, VIDEO MEMORY, has evolved to offer a series of filming services. The evolution of Video Memory will allowed us to employ local teens and young college students. VIDEO MEMORY is proud to create such a rich opportunity for the young people of Hampton Roads to become pioneers in the film making revolution. The market for high end video editing technological skills is increasing exponentially. This is why it is critical to educate the youth of Hampton Roads to hone in on their digital talents and skills to meet the demands of valued customers. C. Population Groups Served VIDEO MEMORY serves people of all ages and backgrounds in Newport News, Va. We plan to expand to many different areas with our products and services. However, we have already started to reach out to and capitalized on the population groups accessible via the internet. D. Business Description VIDEO MEMORY seeks $30,000 to fund the camera equipment needed to complete the tasks of capturing and filming events. We offer a series of different packages, two of which requires VIDEO MEMORY to travel offsite to film different occasions. We also offer a series of incentive packages such as free limousine and disc jockey services to customers scheduling their special events with us. To the customer’s satisfaction, we will then edit their event footage and create a digital keepsake they are guaranteed to love. Here at VIDEO MEMORY, we strive to provide a very exciting and valuable experience for our interns and employees. We have developed an educational approach that incorporates the following elements: *Internship: We offer internships to any student willing to learn about the business and or continue to improve on their abilities to be creative and dynamic. *On the job approach: Each of our interns will be trained on video filming techniques. Ultimately, interns will be expected to capture and edit event footage under proper supervision to ensure the customer needs are met. We believe the on the job approach p