Right, firstly I'm sure there's probably another thread covering aspects of DJ-ing, equipment, setups etc but couldn't find anything on the search. Also, wanted to ask specifically about how best to start out. So...
..I'm looking to invest in some new equipment. Always something I've wanted to do, just shied away because of the cost & now I'm earning a little more I'd like to give it a go. Only as a hobby really, but who knows, eh? I saw DJ QBert & DJ Shiftee at The Jazz Cafe in London last week which has finally pushed me over on this (plus, the 200 quid I won on the National!!!)
I know a little bit & have been doing some research but would find it really useful if there's any budding DJs on RAWK who can advise & recommend decent equipment. I know it's very much a case of getting more for your money - the difference in cheap equipment & mid-top end stuff absolutely massive, therefore quite heavily impacting upon learning curves & ability to develop etc.
Specifically I want to get started on vinyl - being quite into my hip-hop I'd love to learn how to mix & scratch. So, I guess this has implications on what sort of turntables (carts) & mixers I might go for.
Ideally would be looking to spend circa 600 squid on turntables, mixer & headphones...then adding to it bit by bit.
Help? Ta in advance!