First real gig with the S4!

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First real gig with the S4!
Posted on: 13.06.2011 by Kathaleen Rannebarger
So, in a couple of days i have my first real gig at the club with the S4!
Any tips n tricks?
Kathaleen Rannebarger
18.06.2011
Originally Posted by photojojo
Mine's set at -8 and I know Karlos keeps his in the - as well. Really kind of depends on where you're playing.
For how many people do you play when it's set at -8?
Leeanna Ayla
18.06.2011
Originally Posted by OmniRoss
Always wondered what to set that at just before you plug-in? 0DB I guess?
Mine's set at -8 and I know Karlos keeps his in the - as well. Really kind of depends on where you're playing.
Candy Vardy
18.06.2011
Originally Posted by OmniRoss
Always wondered what to set that at just before you plug-in? 0DB I guess?
Hey bud, normally when I pug in I set the S4 volume controls to 0DB. I prefer to not go to loud on the S4, and rather if I have to boost the volume, boost it up on the club mixer.

I believe once you start pushing the volume up too much on the S4 you risk hearing clips and drops. It hasn't happened to me, but then I havnt tested to see if it happens. I have at times raised the volume on my S4 to about 60/70% a cpl of times and nothing happened, but never full. IMO set the S4 volume to 0DB and if you have to raise the volume levels, raise them from the clubs mixer.
Candy Vardy
20.06.2011		Well done guys, good luck in the future!
Mariann Brabec
19.06.2011		Ok, so i forgot to record my set, but overall it went very well, and i cant wait to start branching out and doing some more. Everyone stayed dancing, took a few requests which werent exactly in the dubstep field but still found a way to mix them in, gear held up well, very satisfied with how everything turned out.


-SAGE
Jayna Cristofori
18.06.2011		The S4 is the ultimate piece.
Kathaleen Rannebarger
18.06.2011		Played at another evening club in Sweden today, i get calls everyday for gigs!
Man i love my S4, can i order a case from DJTT to sweden?

Cheers!
Kathaleen Rannebarger
18.06.2011
Originally Posted by photojojo
Mine's set at -8 and I know Karlos keeps his in the - as well. Really kind of depends on where you're playing.
For how many people do you play when it's set at -8?
Leeanna Ayla
18.06.2011
Originally Posted by OmniRoss
Always wondered what to set that at just before you plug-in? 0DB I guess?
Mine's set at -8 and I know Karlos keeps his in the - as well. Really kind of depends on where you're playing.
Kathaleen Rannebarger
18.06.2011		Thanks! The gig went amazing btw, the maneger liked me and booked me for next week again
Candy Vardy
18.06.2011
Originally Posted by OmniRoss
Always wondered what to set that at just before you plug-in? 0DB I guess?
Hey bud, normally when I pug in I set the S4 volume controls to 0DB. I prefer to not go to loud on the S4, and rather if I have to boost the volume, boost it up on the club mixer.

I believe once you start pushing the volume up too much on the S4 you risk hearing clips and drops. It hasn't happened to me, but then I havnt tested to see if it happens. I have at times raised the volume on my S4 to about 60/70% a cpl of times and nothing happened, but never full. IMO set the S4 volume to 0DB and if you have to raise the volume levels, raise them from the clubs mixer.
Annalisa Shogren
15.06.2011		Always wondered what to set that at just before you plug-in? 0DB I guess?
Leeanna Ayla
15.06.2011		Top center in the global section, says main volume.
Kathaleen Rannebarger
15.06.2011		I can't seem to find the software volume? Any ideas?
Candy Vardy
15.06.2011		you welcome mate, well the guys covered most of it.

This is what I do before I start playing at gigs.

1. Reboot my MBP.
2. Make sure all the cables are plugged in correctly (USB, Power cord, RCA's etc)
3. Turn of my Blutooth, Wifi, and change my power settings to max.
4. Check the volume levels on my S4 and the club mixer.
5. Load up the next track, mix in and play!

Kathaleen Rannebarger
15.06.2011		Thanks pal! Got any tips? Stuff to believe about? Maybe what to NOT do?
I'm pretty nervous although when i used to rap i stood in front of 25 000 people xD!
Candy Vardy
15.06.2011		Good luck to all of you guys!

Just remember to have fun and enjoy yourselves!
Kathaleen Rannebarger
15.06.2011		Sweet, im doing it toevening !
Mariann Brabec
15.06.2011		I too will be mixing my first real gig on my S4 this weekend, will post on saturday


-SAGE
Kathaleen Rannebarger
15.06.2011		Thanks guys! Now i know they use Rca there ive already checked that! But i will buy that stuff incase when i get my paycheck!

Love djing!
Yee Bedilion
14.06.2011		have rca/xlr converters incase there is no mixer to in-line.


Probably wouldn't hurt to have one of these if your using the RCA



I've had a hum with my audio 8 on a djm-800 before.

Bring a flashlight.

+1 on the reboot.


Dont spend the 10 hours prior to your gig djing, you will be burned out.

Have yourself ready to play the evening before and relax during the day.

Drink lots of water, but don't drink so much that you'll be pissing every 15 minutes.
Leeanna Ayla
14.06.2011		And bluetooth.
Jayna Cristofori
14.06.2011		Turn wi-fi off
Kathaleen Rannebarger
13.06.2011		Nothing else .. ?
Thx btw
Leeanna Ayla
13.06.2011		Reboot your computer before you start.

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