It's Your Questions time again. Four from the DDJT community this week, led by the one that gave the episode its name: do DJs still need a website in 2026, or has Instagram plus a Linktree made the whole thing pointless?
From there we get into portable DJ controllers and what's worth looking for if you're shopping for one, how loud you should actually be playing across clubs, bars and weddings, and what changes when you're DJing at a sporting event rather than a regular gig.
As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.
Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at <a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank">https://www.digitaldjtips.com</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;It's Your Questions time again. Four from the DDJT community this week, led by the one that gave the episode its name: do DJs still need a website in 2026, or has Instagram plus a Linktree made the whole thing pointless?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From there we get into portable DJ controllers and what's worth looking for if you're shopping for one, how loud you should actually be playing across clubs, bars and weddings, and what changes when you're DJing at a sporting event rather than a regular gig.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at &lt;/i&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;i&gt;https://www.digitaldjtips.com&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;i&gt;.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Join Phil Morse of the Digital DJ Tips DJ school as he answers another batch of student questions about their DJing.

Do DJs still need websites in 2026?

In this month's Inside Track podcast, we look at why DJs should be wary of updating their computers, what a DJ should be looking for in a perfect DJ laptop and how to make digital music feel at least a little bit like owning a record or CD collection.
As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.
Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at <a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank">https://www.digitaldjtips.com</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this month's Inside Track podcast, we look at why DJs should be wary of updating their computers, what a DJ should be looking for in a perfect DJ laptop and how to make digital music feel at least a little bit like owning a record or CD collection.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at &lt;/i&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;i&gt;https://www.digitaldjtips.com&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;i&gt;.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Join Phil Morse and the students of the Digital DJ Tips school, as they look at three burning topics in the world of DJing.

DJs, don't update your computer!

From a "Swiss Army Knife" DJ app to a student who saved a high-profile gig when his controller died mid-event - we've got questions, stories, and answers from the world of DJing in this Your Questions edition of the podcast. 
As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:15 Episode overview
01:20 What is DJ.Studio and is it worth using?
11:00 Tips for organising and remembering cue points?
16:49 How one student saved a gig when his controller died...
20:36 How do gain controls work, and why should DJs use them?
25:01 Best way to fix an incomplete DJ set recording?
Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at <a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank">https://www.digitaldjtips.com</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;From a "Swiss Army Knife" DJ app to a student who saved a high-profile gig when his controller died mid-event - we've got questions, stories, and answers from the world of DJing in this Your Questions edition of the podcast. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;TIMESTAMPS&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:00 Intro&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:15 Episode overview&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;01:20 What is DJ.Studio and is it worth using?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;11:00 Tips for organising and remembering cue points?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;16:49 How one student saved a gig when his controller died...&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;20:36 How do gain controls work, and why should DJs use them?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;25:01 Best way to fix an incomplete DJ set recording?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at &lt;/i&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;i&gt;https://www.digitaldjtips.com&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;i&gt;.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Swiss Army DJ app, gig catastrophe + more

In this edition of our Inside Track podcast, we answer three questions that have been coming up among our students this month. First up: "Is technology actually making DJing harder, not easier?" Recently, some high-profile DJ software failures have left DJs unable to play gigs, but is that the whole picture? We look at how far DJing has really come, what is and isn't more technically complex today, and why the things that matter most for DJs haven't changed at all.
Next, we answer, "How do you create viral DJ moments in your sets without selling your soul?" We'll break down what those flashy transitions you see on TikTok and Instagram actually require, why you shouldn't feel intimidated by them, and how to prepare just two or three of them to drop into your sets for maximum effect. 
And finally, we cover a question that comes up consistently: "Is it okay to copy other DJs?" The short answer is yes, and we explain exactly why here...
As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
00:14 Episode overview
02:20 Has tech actually made DJing harder?
14:49 How to create viral DJ set moments?
25:26 Is it really so bad to copy other DJs?
Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at <a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank">https://www.digitaldjtips.com</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this edition of our Inside Track podcast, we answer three questions that have been coming up among our students this month. First up: "Is technology actually making DJing harder, not easier?" Recently, some high-profile DJ software failures have left DJs unable to play gigs, but is that the whole picture? We look at how far DJing has really come, what is and isn't more technically complex today, and why the things that matter most for DJs haven't changed at all.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Next, we answer, "How do you create viral DJ moments in your sets without selling your soul?" We'll break down what those flashy transitions you see on TikTok and Instagram actually require, why you shouldn't feel intimidated by them, and how to prepare just two or three of them to drop into your sets for maximum effect. &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;And finally, we cover a question that comes up consistently: "Is it okay to copy other DJs?" The short answer is yes, and we explain exactly why here...&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;TIMESTAMPS&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:00 Intro&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:14 Episode overview&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;02:20 Has tech actually made DJing harder?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;14:49 How to create viral DJ set moments?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;25:26 Is it really so bad to copy other DJs?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at &lt;/i&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;i&gt;https://www.digitaldjtips.com&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;i&gt;.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Is tech making DJing HARDER?

In this edition of our Your Questions podcast, we tackle how to start a DJ podcast, figure out whether to stream music or buy it, and get to the bottom of how DJs really get booked.
We also cover the controller vs. standalone debate, how relaxation is the secret to better scratching, and the best set-up for DJs who also run quizzes and karaoke nights. It's the usual mixed bag of absorbing questions from our wonderful community. I hope you enjoy what we've got for you this month!
As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.
TIMESTAMPS 
00:00 Intro
00:15 Episode overview
00:58 How do you start a DJ podcast on Spotify?
05:55 Why does my DJ software keep cutting out mid-set?
08:49 Why is my scratching better sitting down than standing up?
14:03 How do you get past the fear of DJing in public?
20:43 Should I buy a standalone unit or a laptop and controller?
24:30 Streaming vs. owning: Is buying DJ music in bulk a good idea?
30:33 How do you get booked when no one's calling you back?
35:20 What's the best set-up for quiz and karaoke DJing? 
Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at <a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank">https://www.digitaldjtips.com</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this edition of our Your Questions podcast, we tackle how to start a DJ podcast, figure out whether to stream music or buy it, and get to the bottom of how DJs really get booked.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;We also cover the controller vs. standalone debate, how relaxation is the secret to better scratching, and the best set-up for DJs who also run quizzes and karaoke nights. It's the usual mixed bag of absorbing questions from our wonderful community. I hope you enjoy what we've got for you this month!&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As ever, this pod is supported 100% by the students of Digital DJ Tips, and it was recorded in a live webinar with lots of real-time feedback. If you enjoy it and you can, please do give us a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts. It really does make a difference.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;TIMESTAMPS &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:00 Intro&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:15 Episode overview&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;00:58 How do you start a DJ podcast on Spotify?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;05:55 Why does my DJ software keep cutting out mid-set?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;08:49 Why is my scratching better sitting down than standing up?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;14:03 How do you get past the fear of DJing in public?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;20:43 Should I buy a standalone unit or a laptop and controller?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;24:30 Streaming vs. owning: Is buying DJ music in bulk a good idea?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;30:33 How do you get booked when no one's calling you back?&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;35:20 What's the best set-up for quiz and karaoke DJing? &lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;i&gt;Want to get your question answered on an episode of this podcast? Digital DJ Tips course owners get to ask questions in their student-only group. Your first step to getting involved is to buy a DJ course, so come and join our community at &lt;/i&gt;&lt;a href="https://www.digitaldjtips.com" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;i&gt;https://www.digitaldjtips.com&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;i&gt;.&lt;/i&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Tips for starting a DJ music show

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