When building your own DJ rig one of the key components is the mixer. There are several key factors in choosing a mixer for your DJ set up. The first thing to keep in mind is whether or not you’re going to be using your DJ mixer for live performances. If you’re on the road a lot you’re going to want equipment that is rugged and able to withstand the wear and tear constant traveling. Otherwise you may want to look at DJ mixers that are built more for home use. Then you can decide whether you want a smaller portable unit or larger mixer that is built for studio use.

There are DJ mixers that come with a wide variety of other features built-in. Some of these are digital turntables that have all the other components like the mixer built-in. These small portable units are built to be connected to your computer. The corresponding software that comes with these allows you to do music editing on your PC or Mac. These types of DJ equipment are great for people who are just starting out or for more experienced DJs who are looking for a more casual tool to practice with.

If you’re building a professional home studio then you will want a much larger mixer that has professional inputs and outputs. These types of studio mixers are designed to be used with commercial grade music production gear. Those who are building a set up that will be used primarily for DJ purposes will probably want a smaller mixer that is designed for a DJ set up. This will all depend on the type of music you’re producing and mixing as well as how extensive of a set up your looking to build.

DJ mixers that are designed to have four more channels are also known as club mixers. The higher-end versions of these types of DJ mixers offer the greatest in versatility. They also have the highest quality in sound performance. DJ mixers of this caliber also have the best functionality and compatibility options. This means that these types of DJ mixers will generally have XLR connectors, MIDI capabilities, sampling, and advanced sound effects processors. They also usually have booth and room monitor controls that are separate.

If you’re looking to DJ has a casual hobby then you should consider buying a smaller cheaper all-in-one DJ turntable and mixer that can be connected to your computer. These units also work well for more serious DJs who want something small and portable to practice on. For more serious DJ equipment setups you will want a larger separate unit that offers much in the way of compatibility and versatility.