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  • December 29, 2012 at 10:20 am #34241
    NietzSKY
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    I recently got laid off from construction, so my strategy has been dj busking inbetween shows to earn income. I live in DC and will net 50-60 in 3 hours, and it’s a good chance to hand out my card. If you can get yourself smaller (albeit shitty) speakers and a portable power supply (spent about 150 for one that lasts 4-4.5 hours), set you kit up outside and just jam. Beats minimum wage by far, and it’s a great chance to meet new people. I don’t know what the populace of your town is though.

    December 29, 2012 at 7:27 pm #34254
    DJ Sneakman
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    Im not sure what DJ Busking is, but i think i get the idea. Set up outside and play for cash New York style, right? That sounds like an awesome idea! I live in Gary though (EWWWW), so i’d more likely get robbed for all i have but that’s a great idea for when im at school. I go to a college something-or-other school so im sure all the college kids would love to drop a few into a hat…..or bucket?

    December 29, 2012 at 11:52 pm #34259
    NietzSKY
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    Yeah; if you’re playing on campus turf, just get a permit or w/e is required, don’t know if it’s mandatory that you mention you’ll be collecting tips. It’ll also be a good way to network for campus parties I imagine.

    December 30, 2012 at 2:00 am #34264
    DJ Sneakman
    Member

    I wish i could do campus parties lol. I’m only sixteen (turning 17 soon) so i dont know how that will work out. Also, what did you use for your power source?

    December 30, 2012 at 2:13 am #34265
    NietzSKY
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    A Schumacher XP-2260 12V X-Line Portable Power Unit kept my laptop/controller/smaller speakers powered for about 4-4.5 hours

    December 30, 2012 at 3:35 am #34267
    DJ Sneakman
    Member

    Thanks

    December 30, 2012 at 7:43 pm #34282
    NietzSKY
    Participant

    I was running a 4trak, 13″ mid-2010 pro, and an ion block-rocker. It’s not an audiophile speaker by all means, but gets the job done and doesn’t sound like complete shit.

    December 30, 2012 at 9:16 pm #34289
    DJ Sneakman
    Member

    I have the Logitech Z313 speaker “system”. Would that work?

    January 2, 2013 at 3:16 pm #34366
    Coltrane09
    Participant

    I would only recommend using the Logitech system for practicing at home.

    January 2, 2013 at 8:35 pm #34379
    Anonymous
    Inactive

    Many cities have strict restrictions about playing music on the streets so it’s risky business.

    January 3, 2013 at 8:18 am #34410
    DJ Sneakman
    Member

    @Coltrane: Yeah, after a little while of DJing in earnest with the speakers they sound good to an extent, but don’t sound like they’ll do too good in a big room or outside.
    @Kent: I figured that, but at one point i know a radio station was set up on campus and playing music. Hopefully that means i can get some kind of certification? I dunno, I guess i gotta find the right person to talk to.

    My question is: What speakers can i use that are portable while still retaining “DJ” quality?

    January 3, 2013 at 4:19 pm #34431
    Coltrane09
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    DJ Sneakman, post: 34566, member: 7007 wrote: My question is: What speakers can i use that are portable while still retaining “DJ” quality?

    The only thing I can think of is to try and find a good set of used powered PA speakers for a good price. Other than getting quality PA speakers, NietzSky’s suggestion of using the Ion Block Rocker may be a winner.

    As for pulling in cash I would recommend doing odd jobs here and there since your school schedule or curriculum doesn’t allow extra hours. Your main goal is to get your education so take advantage of it while you’re still young. Trust me when I say having an education is essential to life. DJ’ing will always be here for you.

    Perhaps there are some courses about music theory or classical, jazz, etc. you may be able to take? That’s something else to look into because you just never know how music from another time period, so to speak, can influence the way you’re able to hear melodies and be creative with a DJ controller, turntable, or in front of a mixing board.

    January 15, 2013 at 4:09 am #35067
    NietzSKY
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    Kent Sandvik, post: 34535, member: 3967 wrote: Many cities have strict restrictions about playing music on the streets so it’s risky business.

    This. I mean the worst case scenario, here is how it usually goes…..

    Cop: You know you can’t be out here without a permit?
    Me: My bad.
    Cop: Nothing against what you’re doing, just doing my job. Go to X, it’s not my district and you’ll probably make more money there.
    Me: Alright *lug all my shit 30m to an hour away

    Usually happens once every few days because I switch up spots a good bit. At the same time though, my roommates (indy band) got booked for a club/bar in DC just by playing outside/busking. I’ve also had people give me 100s before, so it’s always been worth it. If you’re not causing trouble, cops will just tell you to pack up. It’s only when you start being a dick that anything actually comes of it (least in bigger areas)

    January 20, 2013 at 6:39 pm #35375
    J-Zed
    Participant

    Just be careful DJ Sneak doesn’t get cheesed about your DJ name, then you might need even more money.

    January 23, 2013 at 8:54 pm #35550
    DJ Sneakman
    Member

    Oh man i tried to come up with a super unique name lol

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