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I still wouldn't worry a lot of software will do the same, the reality of things is that they still can't read the crowd or when a song will work for said crowd. As I said before, everybody thinks they're a DJ when the reality is another thing ;)
 
they still can't read the crowd or when a song will work for said crowd. As I said before, everybody thinks they're a DJ when the reality is another thing
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Aren't you overlooking the fact that they are part of that crowd? Aren't they in fact reading themselves?

Experience is somnething every DJ relys on, but we are not the only ones with social experience and music knowledge. With the technical barriers (gear) removed far more people are able to successfully apply their own experience and personality to their events.

The assumption by many DJs that most DIY iPod events are a failure is patently unrealistic.
 
The bottom line is that the easier we make it look, the more DIY events will be tried, with the above result.
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You can only fool some of the people some of the time. I would not leverage a business on the ability to keep a secret.

DIY works for people because it is a simple case of GWYW

[See: Getting What You Want]

Also, the better and more technical the equipment presentation, the more perceived worth we have to the client.
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People easily recognize when you are over-equipped for the job. It would be better to equip yourself with ability rather than more electrical devices.
 
Proformance said:
Aren't you overlooking the fact that they are part of that crowd? Aren't they in fact reading themselves?

Experience is somnething every DJ relys on, but we are not the only ones with social experience and music knowledge. With the technical barriers (gear) removed far more people are able to successfully apply their own experience and personality to their events.

The assumption by many DJs that most DIY iPod events are a failure is patently unrealistic.
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Yes, they are part of the crowd but do not have the experience in selecting the music to keep things flowing (In the groove) and being honest let's remember the DJ plays music everyone likes regardless of whether you(DJ) like the song or not. The person with the iPod most likely won't have a lot of songs because he simply doesn't like some of the other stuff.

Yes you only use a small amount of music per event, but that's what makes a professional DJ stand out. The DJ has a huge variety of music to try and please almost everybody. Even the people who download illegal libraries may have everything ever made but if they don't know when to use it the event won't be as successful as it would've been with a DJ..
 
Weddings are not comprised of complete strangers.

I think you are grossly understating the knowledge and comfort level of the people involved. Family events aren't that complex.
 
Proformance said:
Weddings are not comprised of complete strangers.

I think you are grossly understating the knowledge and comfort level of the people involved. Family events aren't that complex.
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Yup and there is always some old uncle that had enough to drink that can do the introductions :sqerr:
 
Nope, been there done that, remember I'm not a pro DJ, DJ'ing for me is a hobby. But even with weddings between my friends and my own family. Everyone thinks they're a DJ. Even if the dance floor is full people are thinking a could do better even if there is no possibility in improving the party.

We'll agree in disagreeing, but I've seen the train wrecks with DIY parties which leads me to the "Hire a Pro to do the job". Everyone seeks the help of professionals in many different areas, why shouldn't successful parties, weddings, events, be done under the same reasoning.
 
...since he's the only guy I actually know who develops DJ software.
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Considering some of the stuff I've seen hit the market recently, I have to wonder if that may actually be true... :sqlaugh:

The French make nice pastries; the Aussies surf pretty well; the Germans make cool tanks...


Running for cover... :)
 
Something I've never mentioned...

I think I'm gonna catch some flack here... I don't use ANY DJ software, never have.

My three computers came with "Windows Media Player" and that's all I use. Fast, stable, and free! My last computer came with version 10.0 and I got rid of it and installed 9.0 on it. It's got a fade built in (that you can set) and I've NEVER had even one glitch in over 5 years. I've heard folks mention that WMA is unstable... I've never seen it.

Well, wait, I had one, but that is when the "system" wanted to download updates at a gig, and wouldn't let me cancel it without a restart... so I plugged in an iPod for three minutes and cross faded to it and away I went.
 
gee and how many guests have said to you Tyrone Gee why do you use WMP you lowballing snake lol. Bet ya know one even noticed did they ever.
 
Way too funny...

I've had people come up to request a song and notice the computer. They usually say: "wow, you can do that with a computer?" I envision they're thinking about becoming a newbie and low balling me.
 
Do you wanna know the real secret to DJ software?

Well, sure you do... :sqlaugh:


The real secret -- shsssh, don't let anybody hear...

You get to talk to me and Faith, if you buy ours -- and we promise not to let our ships destroy your neighborhood :)
 
SoftJock Rick said:
You get to talk to me and Faith, if you buy ours -- and we promise not to let our ships destroy your neighborhood :)
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What!!!! We don't get to talk with your
<------------------------------------BOSS whose picture is on your avatar????
That's it no internet for you!!!!! (Using heavy soup nazi accent :D:D:D)
 
DJ SVO said:
Nope, been there done that, remember I'm not a pro DJ, DJ'ing for me is a hobby. .
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Ive seen the pics of your rig Jacob you are more pro than alot out there you just don't get paid
 
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