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| 2 ohms or 4 |
Author:
ryan518 ::
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Fri May 09, 2008 12:17 am
The sub that he I recently built has a dual voice coil configureation. each coil is 4 ohms. the amp give off 1000 watts on a 2 ohm load and 650 on a 4. the sub it self peak is 1000 watts. would it be safer to run it at a 4 ohms config so i wont risk blowing it.........thanx
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| April 2008 - Regular DJ of the Month - DJAM! |
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Thu May 08, 2008 3:28 pm
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First, I would like to congratulate DJAM for being MOB's Regular DJ of the Month for April 2008! Keep it up the good work! And now without any further ado, let's get started with the much anticipated MOB Interview. ~ DJ Issa
- What type of DJ have you been (Club, Mobile, Radio, Bedroom or other)? What is your current DJ Status now?
I guess at one time or another I've been all of them. I've played in Nightclubs since 1986 and have done Mobiles since 1983. I've had my mixes played on several Radio Mixshows. I've spinned opening DJ sets at a bunch of Concert venues too. I started out as most DJ's have by being a bedroom DJ. Well in my case, I was forced to practice in the garage. I had a big family and shared a room growing up. As far as my current status goes, I would probably consider myself a Club/Lounge DJ who does the occasional Mobile.
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- What is the significance of your DJ name? How did you get that name? Have you used a different DJ Name or title before?
This make take some time. lol DJAM stands for Disc Jockey August Miller. Yes, August is my real name but I've gone by Jerry since I was a kid. DJAM wasn't always my DJ name. When I first got into mixing back in 1982 I was with a Disco/Hi-NRG crew out of East L.A. called "Elusive". I ran with them for a couple of years and broke out on my own to form "Premier". I later joined the Army in 1986 and when I arrived at my Military base in Germany. I thought the Disco DJ name of "Premier" was a bit corny. (Hip Hop headz might find that funny; see Gang Starr) So I started to go by DJ JAM (JAM from Jerry August Miller). I bought new DJ gear in Europe and started recording Hip Hop/New Jack mix tapes in my barracks room under the name DJ JAM. I also picked some gigs in Germany including a spot at a local nightclub. I used that name all the way until 1990 when I was already out of the Military and back in L.A. I was spinning at an event at the Beverly Center and happened to meet this other cat named DJ JAM. He later went on to become Snoop Dogg, Dr Dre and the whole DPG's DJ. Needless to say I saw his skills and myself being relatively new again to the L.A. scene I switched my name around thus becoming DJAM.
- What types of equipment have you used since you started DJing? Do you also play an instrument?
My first DJ setup consisted of 2 used technics SL-B300 Turntables and a Radio Shack Realistic Stereo Disco Mixer later replaced by a 4 channel Numark DM-1150. I used to borrow my Uncle's band P.A. and his pickup truck to DJ Mobile gigs. Throughout the years I've used a lot of DJ gear, here's what I can remember: Technics SL 1200 AND 1210's MK2's since 1985, Various Numark Mixers including DM-1150, DM-1180, DM-1450, DM-1700T, Biamp DJ6600 Mixer (It got me hooked on individual channel EQ and Input Gain type of mixers), Various Denon Dual CD Players including DN-2000F, 2100F, 2600, 4000, 4500 and 6000, Rane MP series mixers including the MP-22, 24 AND 44 (most of the nightclubs I was playing in had them installed at the time), Pioneer mixers including the DJM-500, DJM-600 and currently the DJM-800 (BTW great mixers), PCDJ Red Software and a DAC-2 Controller, Denon tabletop CD/MP3 players including DN-S3500 and DN-HS5500, Pioneer CDJ 1000MK3's (I'm currently using these), Serato Scratch Live 1.8.0 (Great Software) and a Dell XPS M1710 LapTop. I have never been musically trained but I "mess" around on guitar, keyboards and some percussion.
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- What gear or software do you use 100% for "live" and for "recordings"?
I primarily spin Live on CDJ 1000MK3's, Serato Scratch Live 1.8.0, Pioneer DJM-800 Mixer, Dell XPS M1710 LapTop, sometimes Technics SL 1200MK2's Depending on the venue. For my Mobile gigs along with the CDJ setup, I also have a compact Dual Denon CD Player rig. For Recordings I use the CDJ 1000MK3's, Serato Scratch Live 1.8.0, Pioneer DJM-800 Mixer, Dell XPS M1710 LapTop, Sony RCDW500C CD Recorder, Adobe Audition 3.0 Software and a Sound Blaster 5.1 sound card on my studio PC.
- How long having you been mixing music? What attracted you to music?
I've been mixing music since 1982. My Uncle kind of got me into music. He is a musician and he used to play records during his band breaks at his parties. I watched what he was doing and witnessed how the crowd would react to what he played. I was "Hooked".
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- What was the first song you remember playing or purchasing?
I think the first song I remember playing was "Mandolay" by La Flavour. I believe the first 12 Inch single I ever purchased was "When I Hear Music" by Debbie Deb.
- What is your most favorite type of music to mix with? And why?
My favorite type of Music to mix is HOUSE with Old-School Funk coming in a close second.
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- What type(s) of music do you listen to in your personal time?
I know it may sound cliche' but I really do listen to almost everything. My iPod is always on shuffle mode because I like to mix things up. My music taste is all over the place. Some of my favorite artists include: James Brown & The J.B.'s, The Isley Brothers, Marvin Gaye, The Gap Band, Funkadelic, Prince, The Time, ZAPP, Bob Marley, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, Santana, Van Halen, Metallica, System Of A Down, Kraftwerk, Daft Punk, MAW, Armand Van Helden, DJ Icey, Run DMC, Rakim, Tribe Called Quest, Beastie Boys, Dr Dre, Loose Ends, Soul II Soul, Frank Sinatra and Ennio Morricone.
- What has been your most favorite mix or Remix you have done? And why?
I did a Remix of a Marvin Gaye song called "Turn On Some Music" a while back. I dig on it because Marvin is the man and when I hear him sing it's frickin' beautiful. So putting his voice on beat I put together is just plain cool in my eyes. Now I have to go find that DAT. lol
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- If music was your first love, what would be your second love? And why?
My Family definitely is everything to me. My wife and daughter fill my days and heart with joy.
- Who or what was your biggest influence for becoming a DJ?
I was influenced by the DJ's banging around L.A. when I was growing up DJ's like: MixMaster Tony G, Dr Dre, Joe Cooley, Frank Del Rio, Martin Rodriguez, Victor Flores, Pebo, Tony "Largo" Morales, Henry De La Pena, Taylor, Richard Vission, AJ Mora, Orlando. I also have to mention East Coast cats like Kurtis Mantronik, The Latin Rascals, Lil' Louie Vega, Frankie Knuckles, Armand Van Helden, Jam Master Jay, Grandmaster Flash, Terminator-X and Jazzy Jeff.
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- In your own words, what is mixing music or playing at gigs all about?
I think anyone can play music; this iPod generation definitely has taught us that. However, working a crowd whether it be a club, concert, wedding, corporate event, house party, etc. is entirely another animal. Give them something to remember, don’t fall into the routine of spitting out the same usual cuts. Try and create an energy and maintain it while you’re spinning. Beat Mix whenever possible, it lends to good vibes and good times. Do what you love and do it well.
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- What was your very first gig as a DJ (professional or for fun)?
My first pro gig I worked a 21 & over bar in Whittier, CA back in 1986. I think I was paid $45. I remember being really nervous because I wasn’t 21 yet and it was pretty gangster there at the time. I split time with a live band and remember my voice trembling as I introduced them to the crowd. Once I got comfortable, the night went pretty smooth. Ironically after I got out of the Army I took over the residency at that very same spot.
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- What is the most embarrassing thing that ever happen to you at a gig?
There’s been a few, I’ve taken the needle off the record that was playing a couple of times at a club. I missed a cue during a band break and they finished there set and I was all the way across the club socializing. Dead air is not a good thing! I don’t make it a habit but I’ve flubbed the occasional name during wedding introductions. After a lot of thought, I think the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to me was when my Dual CD players decided to take dump on me at a wedding many years ago. The worst part about it was that it happened to be during the couple’s first dance. To add to my misery it was a road gig in San Diego and I didn’t have a back-up CD player at the time (sure wish I knew DJ Andre back then). I borrowed a boombox from the kitchen staff and placed my microphone in front of the speaker the remainder of the night. That was BAD! It still makes me cringe to this very day.
- What's your proudest moment to date? And why?
Headlining a stage at Disneyland was definitely something to remember. Spinning a week straight of George Lopez shows at the Nokia Theatre was also pretty cool but I think spinning the opening DJ set for one of my favorite bands of all time The Isley Brothers at the Vault 350 was tops for me.
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- What is the Club Scene like where you live? And are you part of it? If yes, why? If no, why?
L.A. has one of the biggest Club Scenes around. Electro/Mash-Ups/Hip Hop seem to be very popular around here. I’m still part of the scene to an extent. I spin in the Royal Room at the Staples Center and do guests DJ spots here and there. I’m a little older now with a family so I don’t hit it as hard as I used to (4 nights a week).
- Can you tell us where do you see yourself in the next 5 yrs with mixing music? Or what goals do you have for the future?
I’ve been having a lot of fun doing Internet Radio House Mix shows with some of my DJ friends. I plan on doing more of that on a bigger scale along with creating some PodCasts. I’m in the process of moving and will be putting together a recording studio. My goal is to create some quality music and get more into Re-Edits and Remixing.
- How long do you see yourself DJing/mixing?
I guess I see myself mixing until its no longer fun for me. It’s been 25 years now and guess what, I’m still having fun.
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- How did you find MixingOnBeat.com?
A DJ friend DJ 2Lio brother of MOB member RENE72 recommended that I pay a visit.
- What perspective have you gained by joining MOB?
I think learning from other DJ’s experiences and hearing their ideas and even their critiques has made me a better and more knowledgeable DJ.
- What do you think of MixingOnBeat.com? And if you could change it, what would you like to change or see different?
I think it’s probably the best DJ Forum I ever been a part of. The changes I thought of regarding “newbies” are currently being addressed by the MOB Admin. I guess I'd like to see more DJ Mixes and Remixes submitted for critique and like to see even more MOB members in the future.
- Do you visit regularly other DJ forums? If yes, which ones and why? What do you think of the MOB forum compared to these other sites?
Yes I visit a few: the MD Message Board http://members.boardhost.com/midnightdesire/index.html?1208907736 for the people, OldSchoolHipHop http://www.oldschoolhiphop.com/board.htm for the History, BackToDisco http://members.boardhost.com/BackToDisco/ for the people, Pioneer http://forums.pioneerdj.com/eve for the gear updates, Denon http://www.denondjforums.com/ for the gear updates, Serato http://www.serato.com/forum/ for the updates and resources and BeatPort http://www.beatportal.com/community/ for the House. What I like about the MOB is that it covers a broad spectrum of DJ topics and there’s a little something for everybody.
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- Tell us a little more about yourself (something we wouldn't know otherwise)?
I collect Funky Breaks music. I love to Music hunt through used record bins and CD stacks at record stores, thrift stores, pawn shops, swap meets, Discogs and e-Bay. My Family means the world to me and without their love and support I could not do any of this. Special thanks to my wife for putting up with me coming in at 2:00am after giggin’ and not having a lot Saturday nights to spend with her husband. I love you “T”. I would also like to give props to some of my friends in this biz who have helped me out along the way. Much luv to: Tony Miranda, Joe MD, Lori, Mann-E, Orlando, AJ, Heaven, DC, D-Lite, Chach, Paul Miller, Dave Kreiner, WuaKeeN, Oquela, Rene72, Lyndon, O85, DBS Sound, Andy Yeater, Whitey White, Geo, Mike Dixon, Nick Bisesi, Jordan, Laura Gnapp, Paul Garnica and Jose Perez. Last but not least, thanks again to DJ Andre, the MOB Admins and all of the MOB members. Peace...DJAM
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| Urei 1601 versus Ecler Nuo 2 |
Author:
leemo ::
Posted:
Tue May 06, 2008 9:58 pm
I am buying a new mixer and I think I have narrowed it down to one of these two. Which should I get?
I mix house and techno and don't scratch, mainly gentle x-fade type mixes. I only use the basic features on a mixer.
In a way I prefer the nuo 2 as it seems to be simpler. Its also smaller and will more likely fit on my desk in the bedroom!
But what the Urei has in its favour is that it is available at a heavily discounted price because its discontinued. Seems I can pick one up for £205 whereas it used to cost something like £350. So does that mean the Urei is better value for money? And will it have a better second hand value than the nuo 2. The nuo 2 will cost me £235.
Also, how does the sound quality and durability of the two compare?
thanks!
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| How do you start getting fans and popular |
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olliepower ::
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Tue May 06, 2008 9:27 pm
I am new to being a DJ and I spin mostly progressive house and trance. I also like deep house. My problem is that where I live there is only one club that i know of that always has electronic music. I plan on visiting more in the area to see if there are others that play my style of music. It seems everywhere I go all that gets played is Hip Hop.
My question is how do I start breaking into the industry? Is the way to start an internet radio show? How do I go about doing that? How do I begin to get gigs and get a fan base?
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| scannning but not plotting help! |
Author:
djscatz ::
Posted:
Tue May 06, 2008 8:30 pm
i am currently going through some trouble with my version of mixmeister pro 5. i checked the mixmeister version and I do have the latest built. i don't know what went wrong, but since sunday, i import new music, and it doesn't plot them. i can play them, but can't see the visual plot that I am used to seeing when mixing. on the status display it says it has finished plotting, but when i import new music it doesn't change or show the new music plotting.
if anyone here has a clue i would love to hear about it. i have started a support ticket with mixmeister, but they are suggesting for me to clear my catalog--that will cause my machine to have to replot all my music and I am a bit over 20k songs--not too thrilled in having to do this. i don't want to do this. hopefully andre is not on vacation right now!!
i got a gig this coming thursday, night, and this is driving me nuts. i am desperate.
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