What do I need to start djing?

Question

I've recently brought a computer and made basic productions using FL Studio and some mixes using the program Mixx.

However, I would like to go further now. What equipment should I buy to start a career in this?

I have read into things such as Controllers and Mixers but am unsure on the difference really, is a controller two turntable with a mixer included? Any light shed on this would be great.

Really I just need to know what I should buy next, so any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks

Answer

I'll admit I have limited experience with DJ material but I have some knowledge on audio equipment. I'd start out with some cheap direct drive Turntables (even some older ones may work.) My recommendation when starting out would be an Audio-Technica AT-LP 120, since it was based off the Technics 1200's that were industry standard in both the Audiophile and DJ scene. I own one, trust me it's great. I'd also get some matching DJ cartridges, for example the Ortofon Concorde Pro S is sufficient. I'm not so sure about mixers but I've heard good things about Pioneers latest mixer. I'd also set the pre amps on the turn tables to phono  and plug the RCA chords into the phono section. For speakers, some cheap loud speakers with a matching pre amp from good will are fine (and in some cases better than new equipment) if you match the power and resistance (also known as impedance) with your set up. Plug the line out from your mixer to the line in on the back of your receiver. Warning, don't put the line out into the phono plugs of your receiver or tower. If it says Aux, it is Line in and you shouldn't have to worry.

What do I need to start djing?

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