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What's a Good DJ Mixer to Start With?
Starting your journey as a DJ is an exciting adventure filled with creativity, rhythm, and endless possibilit...
What Does a Smoke Machine Do And How Do They Work?
Smoke machines, also known as fog machines, are fascinating devices that have become a staple at many events and productions. Whether you're pl...
2023 DJ products roundup
We take a look back at the biggest product releases of 2023 in the DJ gear world.
Pioneer DJ DJM-A9
Okay the first juicy bit of new kit I go...
DJ streaming services on apps
Streaming services and DJ apps in 2024
We often get asked which streaming services to use for new DJ’s and whether or not they work with spec...
Should I DJ for Free?
Should I DJ for Free?
As an aspiring DJ, one of the first questions you may encounter is whether or not you should DJ for free. While the allure of...
How Can I DJ on The Cheap?
How Can I DJ on The Cheap?
The world of DJing, with its pulsating beats and electrifying atmosphere, often conjures images of sleek, high-end equip...
How Much is Good DJ Equipment?
How Much is Good DJ Equipment?
Venturing into the world of DJing can be an exciting and rewarding endeavour. However, one of the initial hurdles fa...
How Much Do DJs Spend on Equipment?
How Much Do DJs Spend on Equipment?
DJing is a dynamic and ever-evolving art form, and the equipment used by DJs has also undergone significan...
What Do You Need to DJ with Turntables?
Are you ready to venture into the world of conventional turntable DJing? Understanding the essential t...
The History of Silent Discos: From its Origins to Present-day Popularity
The History of Silent Discos: From its Origins to Present-day Popularity
Silent discos have become increasingly popular in recent years, with their u...
How to Get Gigs as an Up-and-Coming DJ
How to Get Gigs as an Up-and-Coming DJ
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of booking your first paid gig as an aspiring DJ. By this, w...
5 of the best DJ headphones in 2022
5 of the Best DJ Headphones in 2022
DJ headphones buck the trend where most high-end hardware is concerned, in that you don’t have to spen...
Which is the Best DJ Setup?
Which is the Best DJ Setup?
At the risk of jumping straight to the conclusion, the answer is – whatever suits you best.
Truth is, there really...
The Best Serato DJ Controllers to Check Out in 2022
The Best Serato DJ Controllers to Check Out in the New Year
Serato DJ is a supremely popular software suite among established and aspiring DJs ...
Quality Closed-Back Headphones to Check out Right Now
Quality Closed-Back Headphones to Check out Right Now
Shopping for a decent pair of closed-back headphones? Sifting through the endless options avail...
DJ gear buyers guide for beginners
DJ gear buyers guide for beginners.
If you need help with what to get for the DJ in your life, or you are thinking of taking it up or getting back in...
Best Practice Guidelines for DJ Speaker Placement
Best Practice Guidelines for DJ Speaker Placement
There comes a time in every DJ’s journey where you become fully reliant on your own equipmen...
Best DJ controllers in 2021
The ultimate 2021 guide to DJ controllers
Choosing a DJ controller can be a difficult task with so many different models the market.
There are...
djkit.com and Denon DJ host the free hangout webinar
djkit.com® and Denon DJ host the free hangout webinar Join us along with Denon DJ to take an in depth tour of their new offerings for 2020.
P...
New Numark Mixtrack Pro FX and Mixtrack Platinum FX whats the difference
Numark Mixtrack Pro FX and Mixtrack Platinum differences.
Numark has just announced their new budget controllers for Serato DJ Lite, the Mixtrack...
Denon Prime 2 or Pioneer XDJ-RX2? What are the differences
Denon Prime 2 or Pioneer XDJ-RX2?The Pioneer XDJ-RX may not have been the first ‘all in one’ digital DJ console but it certainly set the...
We Want Your Product Reviews!
Do you know a bit about about DJ equipment? We need YOU!
We're looking for reviews for our product pages on the DJKit website! Simply write a review...
What do you need to live stream a keep fit session, yoga or music class?
What do you need to live stream a keep fit session, yoga or music class?We’re all seeing it, live streams from people all over the world doing...
6 things to do in a CoronaVirus COVID-19 lockdown.
6 things to do in a CoronaVirus COVID-19 lockdown. With all the talk of increased measures to ‘defend’ from the CoronaVirus Covid-19, pe...
Differences between the Pioneer XDJ-XZ and the DDJ-1000
As the newest Pioneer DJ controller XDJ-XZ boasts a 4 channel mixer in rekordbox and Serato modes, as well as standalone features, the question has ...
What equipment do you need to be a DJ?
What equipment do you need to be a DJ?
The thought of what equipment a beginner DJ needs is quite daunting, whether you are looking for...
Differences between the Pioneer XDJ-XZ, XDJ-RX2, DDJ-1000 and Denon Prime 4
Since the Denon Prime 4 was announced at the start of the year, many have been waiting for Pioneer DJ’s response for a 4 channel standal...
The Traktor Kontrol S2 vs S3 vs S4 guide
The Traktor Kontrol S2 vs S3 vs S4 guideWith the launch of the new Traktor S3 controller, we thought we’d put together this quick guide on how i...
The DJkit Rat Cave
The Ratcave
Join Ratzi in his secret hideaway getting hands on with all the latest and greatest DJ equipment on the market! Featuring tutorials, ho...
Pioneer HDJ-X Headphone Comparison - What's the difference between X5, X7 & X10?
Ratzi takes a look at the Pioneer HDJ-X headphone series, comparing the differences between the X5, X7 and X10s!
More info on the headph...
Pioneer DDJ SB3 vs DDJ RB - What's the difference?
Pioneer DDJ SB3 vs DDJ RB - What's the difference?
After recieving lots of questions on the differences between the two controllers, Ratzi compares...
We Need Video Reviews!
Do you know a bit about about DJ equipment? Do you have a YouTube account? We need YOU!
We're looking for video reviews for our product pages on the ...
The Best Graphic Equalizers for 2018
If looking to pick up the best equalizer on the market, most experts advise going analogue. Of course, it’s not to say that digital equalisers d...
The Best Home Studio Monitors for 2018
Shopping for the best studio monitors should be easy. Whether looking for the best value studio monitors for home recording or a set of monitors for a...
The Best DJ Headphones for 2018
What does it take to qualify for a place on our shortlist of the best DJ headphones in the world right now? Outstanding sound quality? Rugged durabili...
The Best MIDI Controllers for 2018
Armed with the very best MIDI controller for the job, it’s now possible to single-handedly produce the kind of studio recordings that would once...
The Best Disco Lights for 2018
The subject of what exactly defines the best disco lighting is one of huge debate. After all, what some consider totally terrific others regard as ter...
The Best MIDI Keyboards for 2018
While some choose to work without one, most musicians rely on MIDI controller keyboards as part of their digital music-making setup. And for good reas...
The Best Studio Headphones for 2018
Choosing the very best studio headphones on the market isn’t always as easy as it sounds. After all, opinions tend to differ significantly on wh...
The Best DJ Controllers for 2018
Shopping for the very best DJ controller on the market these days means anything but struggling for options. If anything, it’s the fact that the...
The Best DJ Software and Applications Available Right Now
While we've nothing against the classic vinyl approach to DJ performances and studio recording, there's no disputing the unique convenience and flexib...
The Best DJ Mixers on the Market Right Now
What makes the best DJ mixer money can buy?
The short answer...well, it all depends who you ask. Every DJ and artist across the board has different p...
Selecting the Best Studio Headphones for DJs
What's the secret to producing better-quality music in the studio? The key to stepping into professional circles as a DJ?
If you've got the talent an...
Recording Vocals - The Best Studio Microphones to Use
Having an outstanding voice and all the creativity in the world is all well and good. But it'll only get you so far. If you want to produce the kinds ...
DJ Controllers for Beginners
Back in the day, newcomers to the world of DJing had little choice when it came to hardware. Truth is, there was a pretty steep learning curve to navi...
Alternatives To Rane DJ Products
Rane stock has become something of a rarity over the past few months following the acquisition of the brand by inMusic. It would also be fair to say t...
Facebook Live Djing - Extend Your Reach
Since it launched in August of 2015 there can be no doubt that Facebook Live has brought broadcasting to the masses. If your timeline is anything li...
Guide to Facebook Live DJing 2017
In the Spring of 2016 we brought you our Guide to DJing with Facebook Live and as we predicted the platform has been embraced by DJs of all levels as ...
Life After Technics
In late 2010 Panasonic confirmed that it had ceased production of the legendary Technics SL 1200/1210 analogue turntables. The SL1200/1210 series ha...
Denon DJ Prime VS Pioneer DJ Rekordbox
Earlier this year Denon DJ announced the new Prime range of professional DJ products, with the SC5000, X1800 and VL12 clearly designed with one purpos...
Back to the Basics of DMX
We’re glad there are so many advanced lighting users these days. But not everyone who wants to bring their lighting to the next level ...