Vinyl Workshop

Embracing the Analog: The Joy of Playing with Vinyl

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Vinyl Workshop

Always wanted to mix with vinyl? Unlock your DJ potential!

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Djing

From £45 per person

Vinyl DJ Workshop

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Pre-requisites: all levels are welcome
  • 1-2-1 / 1-2-2 workshops available

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From £45 per person

Mix with Vinyl

  • Duration: 2 hours
  • Pre-requisites: all levels are welcome
  • 1-2-1 / 1-2-2 workshops available

BOOK

Workshop Overview

2 hour workshop  taught by a highly experience teacher who will run into the basics of DJing with vinyl.

In this workshop, you will learn to:

– Cue’ing a track & manual dropping

– Mixing by ear Working out the speed of the track (the BPM)

– EQ correctly

– Transitions Balancing a tone arm on a turntable

– Some other aspects related to DJing

The Vinyl DJ workshop is aimed to:

– Vinyl enthusiasts.

– Digital DJ’s who want to learn how to DJ with vinyl.

DJing with vinyl is an art form that has endured the test of time, offering a tactile and immersive experience that digital formats struggle to replicate. For those looking to dive into the world of vinyl DJing, understanding the essentials is the first step toward mastering this craft. This post will guide you through the basics of DJ lessons with vinyl, including equipment, techniques, and practice tips.

Understanding the Equipment

The turntable is the heart of vinyl DJing. When choosing a turntable, look for direct-drive models, as they offer better torque and speed accuracy—key for smooth mixing. A mixer is the next critical piece, acting as the control center where you blend tracks from two or more turntables. Lastly, a good pair of headphones and a sound system are indispensable for cueing up tracks and monitoring your mix live.

Basic Techniques

Beatmatching

Beatmatching is the foundational skill of DJing, requiring you to match the tempo of two records so they play in sync. This involves adjusting the pitch control on your turntable to speed up or slow down a record until its beat aligns with the playing track. It’s a skill that demands practice, patience, and a keen ear.

Cueing

Cueing is about finding the exact point where you want to start playing a track. With vinyl, this involves manually moving the record back and forth with your hand to locate the start of a track or beat. Once found, you hold the record in position, ready to be released in time with the mix.

Mixing

Mixing involves transitioning smoothly from one track to another. This can be done through various techniques, such as fading in and out using volume faders, using EQs to blend tracks, or employing effects for creative transitions. The goal is to maintain the flow and energy of your set.

Practice Tips

Organize Your Vinyl Collection

Knowing your records inside out is crucial. Organize your vinyl collection by genre, mood, or BPM (beats per minute) to make finding the right track during a set easier. Spend time listening to your records, noting their structure, breaks, and any unique elements.

Develop Your Listening Skills

Great DJs have excellent listening skills, able to distinguish subtle differences in tempo and pitch. Practice by listening to a wide variety of music and try to tap along to the beat, identify the structure of tracks, and listen for cues that signal transitions.

Record Your Mixes

Recording your practice sessions is invaluable for improvement. It allows you to critique your mixes, understand what worked and what didn’t, and track your progress over time. Listen critically to your recordings and make notes on areas for improvement.

Play in Front of an Audience

Practicing at home is one thing, but playing in front of an audience adds a new level of learning. It teaches you to read the crowd, adapt your music selection on the fly, and deal with the pressure of live performance. Start with small gatherings before moving on to larger events.

The Vinyl DJ Community

Engage with the vinyl DJ community. Whether online forums, social media groups, or local record shops, connecting with fellow DJs can provide valuable insights, inspiration, and opportunities to share experiences and learn new tricks.

Conclusion

Vinyl DJing is not just about playing music; it’s about creating an experience that resonates with your audience. It requires dedication, practice, and a passion for music. By focusing on the fundamentals, constantly practicing, and engaging with the community, you can master the art of DJing with vinyl and keep this timeless tradition alive. Whether you aspire to play in clubs, at parties, or simply for your enjoyment, the journey of becoming a vinyl DJ is rewarding, filled with endless learning and musical discovery.

Reduced groups

Groups are limited to 2 people. Expect a lot of training time during the workshop, where all the questions will be covered by the teacher.

State-of-the-art DJ equipment

Mix with vinyl using the club industry standard renowned Technics turntables and Allen & Heat Xone 92 mixer.

Qualified and experienced teacher

Your tutor has more than 20 years of experience playing at clubs and teaching DJing.

Want to bring your own records?

Bring your records along if you want. If not, we have great variety of records at the studio.

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