Electronic Music Mixing: From Beginner to DJ

Overview

“We will use a controller and we will mix using the Serato software from a computer running this program. We will learn the differences to mix between USB and controller, but I will also show you what the interface is like and how much it makes things easier or more difficult for a DJ.”

In this video lesson Chuck Pereda addresses the topic: Mixing with controller, which is part of the Domestika online course: Electronic Music Mixing: From Beginner to DJ. Learn the basics to mix physical and digital formats to create your first DJ set.

Partial transcription of the video

“Mixing with controller We saw how it mixes with vinyl, how it mixes with CDs, how it mixes with USB. Let's go with the simplest. You'll notice that many DJs who are purists say that the worst thing is to start with a controller. It has pros and cons. I will explain more or less the basic "set up". I have to have the computer in front of me and the computer must bring a program. This is a Pioneer controller that runs with Serato. There are Pioneer controllers that run with Traktor and there are some that have like a slot or a "slot" where you can put your USB. In these screens you have all t...”

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Course summary for: Electronic Music Mixing: From Beginner to DJ

• Level: Beginner
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• 14248 students
• 4 units
• 18 lessons (4h 14m)
• 7 downloads

• Category

  Music & Audio

• Areas

  Music, Music Production, Sound Design