Learn How to DJ – A Quick Start Guide For Absolute Beginners

So ... you want to be a DJ?

It's a fantastic job because ...

• You are always going to parties
• You get to meet lots of people
• You get paid well
• You have lots of fun

So why wouldn't anyone want to be a DJ right?

Yes, all these things are true.  But it doesn't happen overnight.  Good DJ's make it look easy, but it's not as easy as you would first think.

Right off the bat, my very first recommendation for any DJ starting out is to build your library first. This seems like a no-brainer, but I have

seen countless DJs with top dollar equipment but not playing anything the audience wants to hear!  Building a good library is your #1 priority

(even before you buy any equipment).  And I am talking about music that your audience wants ... not you!  There is a big difference here!

This is so important, we will cover this again later.

Here is a quick to do list -

• Build a library of music (minimum of 2000 tracks)
• Familiarize yourself with your library
• Buy good quality equipment (don't try and skimp and save)
• Practice, practice, practice ...

On the flip-side, here is a "what NOT to do list" -

• Rush out and get a gig without knowing your music or equipment
• Buy heaps of music that you like (after all ... you are the DJ and know better than them right? ... WRONG!)
• Act like a rockstar and give everyone attitude
• Dress casually, even for formal functions because you are the DJ and are supposed to.  

There are so many things to teach about the world of being a professional DJ that I could write a book about it.

(Actually maybe I will one day!).  But the first thing is to take it slowly.  Don't rush in.  Talk to other established DJs.

Don't be one of those DJs who spends hundreds (or even thousands) on their equipment but deny the most important aspect of what a DJ is employed for ... the music!

I recommend that aspiring DJs should build a great library of music FIRST. Even before they buy all the equipment needed. Build a library of great music that people want THEN look at the gear you need. Even skills such as mixing, beat-mixing etc can come later. There is an excellent resource available - Click Here

Here you will find details on how to download a pre-made list that we KNOW works!

Don't be afraid to spend some time and money on building a quality library of music before wasting your money on equipment that will NEVER pay itself off if you aren't keeping your audience happy.

If you are worried about the expense of buying the pre-created playlist and the music you need ... consider the expense of NOT buying these crucial DJ items!

If you are serious about your DJ career, visit and bookmark DJ Product Reviews for reviews on DJ software, lessons, equipment. This resource will give you the low-down on products. You will also find on this page a fantastic resource to download 100% legal mp3 files for only .20c per track or $1.98 for a full album! (This includes top 40 new releases).

Enjoy these sites and we will see you on the DJ circuit!



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