A DJ mixer is an essential part of the DJ process, allowing the DJ to mix, transfer, and use multiple sounds seamlessly. It acts as a central hub where various audio signals from mixers, CDJs, media players, and other sources come together. These are the main features and components commonly found in a DJ mixer:
1. Channels: DJ mixers have multiple channels, each receiving a different source. For example, a typical DJ mixer may have two or four channels, allowing the DJ to connect multiple turntables, CDJs, or other equipment.
2. Input Selection: DJs can choose the input source for every channel, allowing them to alternate between various CD players, record players, and other audio equipment.
3. EQ (Balance): A DJ mixer's three channels—high, mid, and low—are typically each equipped with an EQ control. These DJs fine-tune their tunes by using these controllers to change the bass, mids, and treble of each channel.
4. Crossover: The distance between two channels is adjusted with this horizontal slider. These DJs adjust the track using the crossfader, which is essential for methods like sketching.
5. Line faders: Each channel has a vertical fader that controls the overall volume of that channel. Pattern lines are used to bring the interior and exterior together.
6. Cue System: The DJ mixer includes a cue system that allows DJs to view and monitor individual channels via headphones before merging them into the main mix. This helps with rhythm and creates smooth transitions.
7. Headphone Cue Control: This control allows the DJ to adjust the volume and mix between the output and the cue signal on the headphones (shown).
8. Output Control: Control for changing the overall output of the mixer, often referred to as Master Level or Master Volume.
9. Effects section: Some advanced DJ mixers come with built-in effects, allowing DJs to add creative effects to mixes. Common effects are reverb, reverb, flange, and filter.
10. Connections and outputs: The DJ mixer has a variety of inputs and outputs, including a phono input for crossover, line input for CDJ and other high-quality sources, and field and output for connection to an audio system.
11. USB interface: Many modern DJ mixers include a USB port for connection to a computer, allowing DJs to use plug-ins or software for digital recording.
12. Microphone input: Some DJ mixers have a dedicated microphone with its own EQ and volume control, suitable for DJs who use the microphone for broadcast or MC recording.
DJ mixer brands include Pioneer DJ, Allen & Heath, Denon DJ, Numark, Rane, Reloop, Technics, Behringer and more. The choice of a DJ mixer stems from the DJ's preferences, style, and specific needs for his performance.
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