Why is vinyl DJing important?

 

Before the digital age, MCs were mixing identical records back and forth to extend track time. Nowadays, the technique of playing analog is still widely appreciated. Learning how to mix vinyl takes you back to the fundamentals of DJing. If you are just starting out, learning to mix vinyl will help train your ears for better beat matching and mixing. 

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If you are an experienced DJ, vinyl mixing will not only enhance your understanding of your own music, but improve your grasp of pitch and make for better digging. This is because vinyl forces you to operate without relying digital screens; inspiring you to get creative. 

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Anyone can learn how to mix records— with just enough enthusiasm and a few weeks to spare, you can deepen your knowledge of the physicality and history of DJing as an art; and level up your playing in the process!

 

Course Requirements

 

You don't need any previous mixing experience but an idea of your favorite genre might help!
 

What you'll learn:

 

• Music theory & a brief history of vinyl

• Turntables and their parts

• ​Setting up the machinery

• Counting bars

• Cueing & Beatmatching

• How to use a mixer 

• Mixing techniques

• EQing & blending

• How to construct a set

• Digging & music research

• Record care 101

• Mastering your performance

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Your Instructor

 

Hazem Hossam

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