How do you make a dope mix? 5 Tips from the greats

04 Jan 2022

Having a great mix is not just about putting together a few tracks and transitions, it’s a beautiful synergy of various elements. While the thought may seem daunting, it can be quite simple. Here are some pro tips to get you started!

  1. Have the right equipment – Anz According to DJ Anz, having the right equipment is key to getting your tracks right. The DJ recommends getting a set of decks and a mixer rather than a controller, which will be the best fit for learning through simplicity.
  2. Listen to your mixes – Madame X Madame X suggests that its best to keep recording and replaying all your mixes, even those that you use to practice at home. By doing this, you can identify where you have gone wrong and make mental notes to make the needed changes. She also suggests looking for claps in songs which, when matched, makes beat matching easier.
  3. Don’t go too hard to early – Barely Legal According to Barely Legal, make sure your tracks are designed to warm up the crowd at the beginning. This can depend on the location, the type of audience and a lot more. When the moment feels right, go hard. On the other hand, if you are just starting out, then you need to build the crowd for the DJ after you.
  4. Just get started – Jamz Supernova The simplest tip, and often the hardest, is to just get started. Jamz Supernova started a lot later and was worried that the ship had sailed. DJ-ing is a long process, so the key is to not listen to that inner voice when it says it is too late or too hard!
  5. Keep an eye on social media – Mollie Collins Social media is key when it comes to gaining popularity and maintaining visibility. According to Mollie Collins, you shouldn’t post anything negative and instead, should use it as a platform to connect to fans and reply to them as much as possible! This is where you will get a lot of feedback on your mixes and use it to inspire the next. Additionally, having a few SpinVid animations on there can help as well!

At the end of it all, be real to yourself and play the tracks that you believe are true to who you are. Set the tone for yourself and work hard to make your DJing career grow!

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