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When it comes to vinyl DJing, your mixer is the piece of equipment that allows you to transitions from one song to the other in your mix. It’s truly the heart of your setup. And one of the biggest debates for vinyl DJs is between choosing a rotary mixer versus a fader mixer. This article […]

If you’ve ever bought a used vinyl record, you know the thrill of finding a hidden gem and the heartbreak of realising it plays with more scratches than music. That’s where vinyl grading comes in. In this article you learn all about how to use the common grading system and how to grade yourself.

There’s nothing quite like the moment when you slide a random rare record out of its sleeve, place it on your turntable, and hear that tune that you never knew you wanted. For vinyl DJs and collectors, finding those hidden gems is half the fun of record collecting. But where do you actually find these records?

Starting out as a vinyl DJ is a thrilling experience. There’s something incredibly tactile and satisfying about cueing up a record, adjusting pitch manually, and blending two tracks seamlessly, all without the crutches of digital aids. But like any craft, vinyl DJing comes with its own learning curve. Beginners often make the same missteps that can slow down their progress or frustrate their experience.

Learning to beatmatch by ear (without relying on sync buttons or waveforms) is an essential skill that a vinyl DJ should master. Without it, your mix will unfortunately sound out of sync. I believe it is not only an essential skill for mixing vinyl but also digital. CDJ’s can bug once in a while or