How To Film a DJ Mix - Tips & Tricks
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'DJ HU IN THE MIX' 🎧😂
Been meaning to do this for a while! A lot of you may have seen the turntables in my room. I'm purely a 'hobbyist' DJ but I do love my mixing and I decided to put this video together just to show those of you interested whats possible when recording a DJ. I use a system called 'Serato' in which time coded vinyl plays digital music on the computer. It's really awesome.
The main thing to do is get your audio bang on. Use decent leads and if your mixer has more than one output then record two audio signals. Watch for clipping and make sure to switch off any settings in your recording device that may enhance or amplify the signal. Generally, the line out in the mixer will be quite powerful or 'hot' so you really don't need to use high levels in your recording device. If using audio in on your camera, make sure it's set to line and again, check the levels. Once ready, ensure that the dj doesn't make volume changes on the output as it'll ruin your levels. Two camera angles is always good and it means that if you want to do a 'perfect mix' then you can cut to a different view to hide any edits you make that remove a sloppy mix or whatever. If you're a typical bedroom dj then your lighting is probably quite low.
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imagine how good he would be if he was a full time 3style dj. mind🤯🤯
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Ha ha, thanks a lot!
@themccoysofficial
4 ай бұрын
I was thinking the exact same thing!
I'm finally showing you guys my DJ-ing! 😀🎧🔊
@mingusmkubukeli
3 жыл бұрын
Oh, you kept your Mixars turntables. From your unboxing video, I thought you were gonna get rid of them. You weren't too happy with the tone arm so what made you keep them?
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
@@mingusmkubukeli Hey! I kept them because they're good for Serato and I don't play vinyl so much these days. They aren't good TT's for vinyl as the tone-arm sucks bad but for Serato they work great. That said, I might swap 'em out for Technics MK7's when I get some spare cash.
Hugh this is really good stuff. Very impressed! Haven't been on FB in about 5 years but coming back to seeing quality content is a joy. Keep up the good work!
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers John, really appreciate the comment, glad you liked it. Hope all is good with you!
This is probably the best video I've seen on the subject. Totally enjoyed every second.
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, that comment means a lot!
I absolutely loved this video. It's brilliant. Some great creative ideas for how to shot a mix. Thanks so much for putting it together!
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, really appreciate it!
Beautiful video mate! I absolutely loved it and didn't realise you had such skills on the decks. Loved the crabs thrown in!! The slider shots were beautiful. I have to admit I haven't cleaned a vinyl in years so I really should learn from you.
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Beatnik, much appreciate the nice comment. I have a stack of vinyl here (mostly 90's techno and house) but I tend to stick to the Serato. Hope all is well!
You killed it with this video. Great job & Thank you.
Absolutely brilliant really enjoyed watching this video 🎧👍🏼
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Hey, thanks this means a lot!
Brilliant stuff on all counts.
sweet work on the decks! Combining camera craft, editing and djing = creativity on steroids. Tip of the hat to you!
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot Matt, really appreciate the warm motivating comment. Glad you liked it!
Nice slider work, really keeps things interesting, thanks.
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Steve, both the Rhino and Moza have different benefits here!
Awesome!!! That was very insightful!
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, glad you liked it.
Dude thank you so much. This video is super informative and will help me immensely!
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thats good to hear, happy mixing!
You deserve many more subs mate. Loved this content.
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers, this comment t means a lot. Glad you enjoyed!
Brother!!! Love this!!! Glad to see you djing!!!!
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, appreciate the nice comment!
Awesome video thank you 🙏🏻
Great stuff!
Hey man I didn't know you till now, but I love the AV area and you've my respect. I'm a brazilian guy and you're so good in your own way to go. Keep in this man. CONGRATULATIONS
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Av area? Not sure what you mean. Audio visual? Thanks bro.
@pedacinhosdecel3759
3 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms oh sorry, it's that, Audio Visual, that's a slang right there rss. AV
Awesome video man! Really enjoyed that and very well put together. Class music selection and dropping some Terrence Parker 👏😎
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers man, TP is the business. One of my favourite dj's to listen to. Very inspiring to learn from also.
Nice. Best video on this topic. Took long to find.
Very nice....I LIKE!!!
bloody hell , I dont think Ill even try to make one after watching the quality of this ! impressive
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Man, that comment was awesome to get. the video, is like the djing itself, it takes practice!
Awesome. U really are talented and skilled👌🏽🔊
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Dude awesome video!! I’d love to see a break down of that work surface, those turntables look so snug its so cool what you’ve done with the space
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. I've actually tidied it up a bit since. If you know a local sawmill you can order the pieces. Or get stuff cnc routed and it'll be deadly accurate.
Holy shit! that was AMAZING dude! props to you and your skills. Im gonna have to take your advice and implement that into my dj sets.
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, I appreciate it.
Dude your amazing! 🤙
Great job with the video....
dope and dope skills too
Nice work Hugh. Met ya today in town. Rob
Great start tbf
You got my thumbs up 👍🏽
you're so talented!
Great video!
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot man!
Thank you dude!
Omg you're nice with it, I would have love to see you at the Rock n Soul event in NYC all the legendary dj we're there and I think you were missing. I'm going to post them on my other channel and I will tag you in it. You rock Sir. Do you do any tutorial videos?
Great stuff Hugh
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mark, appreciate it bro!
Hey not bad. That slider really makes stuff look nice. I've been firing up my KZread channel recently but focusing more on the DJing side of things. It's hard to know what to focus on when you're a film maker and a DJ!
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, good point. I wanted to do a second channel about this stuff and film mixes. It ain't easy to get time though!
You got skillzzzz. Dang
I smile when I found you.
mate u made this look like a piece of cake i wanna learn to have my setup look like this but i feel im gonna have to hire someone to set it up cameras is not a strength of mine but this looked amazing scratching was dope too
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot, appreciate it. The camera work is like the art of djing itself. It'll only get better with practice!
This is great
Really dope video bro! Can you give a little more detail about the audio setup? I see you used the zoom recorder - does that feed audio directly into the camera or do you need to sync the audio in post? Thanks! Well done again. Both footage and the mix. Really dope stuff!
Very cool 😎👍
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro!
Sweet video! I never actually saw a DJ using reversed line faders 👀
This video doesn't even have 2000views thats illegal since it's the best djing video I've seen. I want to start recording proper videos since my first two had horrible audio but I only have my webcam to feed audio in since i have cameras but not the fancy audio equipment. That's how i ended up on this page.
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, that means a lot. Yes, its soul destroying when you put so much work into a video and it doesnt catch the YoyTube algorithm.
@29dj17
3 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms Yeah I can only imagine. It sucks. Your video is so good, far different from all I've seen considering it's also from a pro photographer. I hope it's gets a million views at some point cuz you deserve it. If i see another dj film these angles and gets more views i know there's a high chance they copied it from you.
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
@@29dj17 thanks a lot man. Honestly, these nice comments from genuine DJ's dedicated to the art, like yourself, make it all worthwhile.
You are actually very nice and precise with your skills! I say that because your opening dialogue stated that you were a videographer by trade. So I wrongly assumed that the DJ gear was just something you maybe played with to kill time. Then, I noticed you had some serious gear, which enticed me to continue watching your video. Once you started scratching and juggling, I said, "Nah, this guy is pro-level with his!" I don't know why I under-estimated you, because I'm a videographer & graphic designer by trade as well as a DJ. So with that said, I appreciate your video and the time you spent creating the content. I have been adding DJ sets to my channel since the pandemic began. I use 2 to 3 camera angles, but the biggest issue I have is putting in all the work and editing not knowing if it will be flagged for copyrights. Just the same, appreciate your content! Cheers!
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Hey, thanks a lot. I enjoyed reading this comment and getting your feedback, sorry for the late reply, hope u see this. Yeah, I've been into mixing for years but only more recently did I start to scratch and juggle. I always thought I was too old but then I saw a video of Jazzy Jeff at his 50th birthday and I said, OK I gotta learn this! I gave up alcohol a few years ago and when I did that, I found my skills improve as I wasn't having a beer or a few when mixing. Lately, I haven't been doing so much but I know that a few good sessions will get my skills on point. The copyright thing really is a total pain and ruined my live sets which I wanted to do on Facebook. Even now, it's kinda killed my motivation to do mixes. I really hope that they come to some sort of solution for it. No one is ripping tracks from mixes anymore. Anyone into the music will just buy it. I must have a look at your stuff, send on a link to a video.
Great to see you on a Mixars rig - I thought I was the only one
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Ha ha, its just the two of us!
Legend❤
skills Mr Sweeney 🤜🏽
Amazing vid! Whats the name of the song playing in the background as you prep/clean your kit before you started recording & mixing
Love this video! Couple of questions 1) Is there a gear list? 2)How would you recommend setting up lighting? 3) what lights are you using?
@HuFilms
7 ай бұрын
Thanks. Watch this space, I'll do another more in-depth on same topic.
Love this!! When is your Canadian Debut? I'm your new biggest fan ❤
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Ha ha, thanks a lot! Glad you liked it.
Great video...
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot.
Great quality video Could you recommend some good basic lighting for a similar setup 👌
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Sorry for the slow respose. The Godox vl 150 plus some small led's like the Aperture amran would work well.
this was really great. what kind of camera and lightening equipment are you using?
Great video! How did you align the audio with the multiple camera shots?
Serious skills.
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
Interesting!
Thanks for the tips. What program do you use for post?
What a great video, on top of a great mix. One question... I'm a bedroom dj, nowhere near as good as you. If I wanted to use my phone to record my set to upload to youtube, which is the best mic to use to capture the audio? Would the Rode VideoMic be sufficient? Any advice is appreciated 👍🏼
yo so dope! a great film maker as much as a great dj! fuck yeah
Cool vid dude. What camera do ya suggest/use? Thanks
what size was your lens while filming it? also how about coloring info during post in edit production. Great vid.
This was awesome !! Thank you brother 🤲🏼 . What’s a good editing program to capture the different angles & piece them ?
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. Honestly, if you can, learn Davinci resolve. They have a HD version for free from their website.
Hola! How do you get clear DJ audio for videos. I want to shoot a DJ set for my friend but I need tips on the audio. Gracias for making this video 🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾🤟🏾
I subscribed for the culture and 2 I know you love it. I think i gotta get my stuff in gear bc I have not recorded any video. Concerned about the copyright strikes. Also I seee Davinci is the peoples champ just above final cut both on osx
Thanks bro
Love this!! Thank you for the video if you ever need any new music i'll send you some over I make deep house music!! 🙌
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man. You have great stuff on your channel. I gave you a sub. I used to make deep house and techno but I never got the music out there. Or finished anything!
@MitchCollinge
2 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms No worries man!! And thank you mate I’ve subscribed to you to!! And you should get back into it mate!!
Great video ! How are you liking the mixars TTs now . Do you still get the rattle , was the issue solved by tightening the screws. Lastly what weight you're using on the M-447s .
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
They're actually decent for this setup but I definitly wouldn't recommend them for playing real vinyl especially in a club environment. The tone arms do rattle and I didnt bother trying to fix then via the screws as they're really tight screws and are factory set so it may not be a good idea. The 'looseness' of them doesnt affect them skipping. In terms of weight, as its serato and has skip proof technology you dont need that much weight. So I just have the tone arm weight pushed fully in but not reversed like youd have it for vinyl on a technics.
Great video 👌👌 Can I ask where did you get your cap?
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. JD sports I think. Just an air jordan.
Hello Hugh, I have a question: I am editing a DJ set from a 2h session. I need only a part of it, maybe 10 minutes. What would be a good point to start the video? A quiter part of the set? Or a blast? Thank you :)
Gained a new subscriber 🙌 What slider are you using ?
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot. I used a Rhino slider (first version) and a Moza Slypod.
How did you record directly from your controller into the video? Please share the needed accessories for the trick
You are pretty much like Pri yon Joni because you do both filmnaking and DJing like him!
Everyone love a clean deck hahaha
cant belive you didnt mention the equipment! what was the moving device i need one!
What cables u used for conect the camera to mixer ?
Great video! What brand are those turntables?
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Mixars!
Hi whats the Name of that Boom Stick gliding the Camera ?
Hi mate, I’m looking into video recording my vinyl dj sets at home. Just a couple of things I need to know really. 1 - What sort of camera do I need for recording? I’m just looking basic. 2 - How do I get the best sound quality from the mix? Would I need an output from my mixer, or I’ve got a Scarlet interface actually? Do I need to input the signal to the recording device? I could really do with some clarity on this please. Thanks Andy
@HuFilms
Жыл бұрын
It depends on what you’re doing. Short insta reels and stuff, you can get away with anything. But the best option would be to use your sound card. Failing that, a field recorder is always a good idea because they tend to have good preamps for a nice clean sound. You could also record into a camera. Certain cameras have decent inputs and will give an ok sound. Even if they don’t, chances are the sound might be fine for what you need. Again, it depends. If I was doing say, a scratch routine or something, just for show., I’d go straight into the camera.
Hey Hugh, hi from Melbourne, Australia! Great vid. Also, I have a quick question-what is the computer doing off to the side? Cheers
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot! The imac is hooked up to the decks and I'm playing .wav files on the imac via serato vinyl. I used to have a laptop but as thr decks stay here I just use my faster iMac. Hope this helps.
Backround Track yesses
Luv ur video. Actually, Im triyn to record my scratch via a portable scratch gadget like Numarkpt01scratch with Raiden Fader(2channels fader) Did u connex the ZoomH6 to ur mixer to record music?
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, though I used in cam audio from another output in the mixer. But a recorder like that will work great.
Hey mate, very good video very helpful. I am just wondering if your making videos, then do you record the sound then seperately to the actual video? Im a complete novice but I am going to start recording sets and uploading them on youtube. Am i right in saying record the set from the mixer then record the video seperately then using some sort of editing tool to merge them together??
@keziahmarechaux5746
2 жыл бұрын
Hey! did you get your answer after all? I have the same question...
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
Hey! Yeah, principally you would do that. For Instagram and short videos you can get away with recording using the mic on camera but its always best to record the source properly. What you should do is use both outputs of your mixer. One into a good quality recorder and the other into your camera directly. You’ll need to spend time adjusting the levels to make sure you have good sound and it’s not clipping. With editing you’ll need to align the audio but that’s quite easy to do. I would recommend learning how to edit properly though.
@theothuna9192
Жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms good day , any recommendations or links for editing tutorials?
what camera do you use?
Hi, thanks for posting this! I'm also a hobby DJ. Long story short, I've made about 8 15 minute DJ mix videos using my phone. Problem is that it sounds like it's coming from a tin can, because my audio is just my phone's built in microphone! Anyway, my question is, what device or interface do you recommend to have my music go from my mixer to my phone's USB input?
@grimthereaper933
9 ай бұрын
I've heard the iRig2 is pretty good with direct audio. You'll just have to get some quarter inch jack converters so the cables can connect to your phone. All you've got to do is record and the audio should go directly to your phone.
Can you give a more in depth tutorial of the recording set up? Need something reliable for a gig in a few weeks
Great video! What camera is that you're using to record?
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
I used 2. A Canon EosR and Pana s1. Thanks a lot!
What headphones you using please?
i filmed with my iphone and recorded my mix with obs studio how do i sync both together pls
Hi, how do you post videos without getting a copyright claim? I always get hit with the littlest sound.
Do you deal with any lag from the Multicam set up during the recording or how can someone get around that, is it something more of an issue because of the computer's capability? also, is this running through OBS software before it's put through a video editor?
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeff. I dont really do multican stuff. It's more a situation where I just align the clips in my video edit software.
Where have u been this whole time ?? I been looking for videos like this for my content .. thank u.. if u knw more content Channels on how to shoot cinematic DJ set please let me knw ..
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
Best way is like mixing itself, practice shooting it in different ways. Thanks for the nice comment!
@DJServe1
3 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms thank u and no problem 🤩🙏🏽🔥
Where did u get that break on super seal I cant find it. The one that has the electic kingdom sample.
@DJTeddyg1
3 жыл бұрын
I found on the website thanks.
Make a video of step by step tutorial of how to setup a dj live stream rig
NIce, You make me wanna get my slipod back. Is that the slipod or slipod E?
@HuFilms
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alec. Yeah, I got the two different Sly-Pods. It can be a great tool for certain things!
@Alecgodwin
4 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms Cool. Thinking of getting the slipod E, is it better or different? Did you make a video comparing both?
What kinda camera are you using... I’m searching for a camera now to buy.... thinking bout a GoPro
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
I’m using mirrorless style cameras. A canon eos R and pana s1. GoPros are great too. Lots of pro djs use them for their vids. The main thing is audio snd having it perfectly synced with the video.
@playmu5ic
2 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms thanks for the response
@jasoncasper1373
2 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms great video. mind if i ask what is the best focus setting on the camera for shooting main front angle please ?
what is the slide tripod make and model bruv
What "Super Seal" number / series was that (with the "Electric Kingdom" sample)???
@HuFilms
3 жыл бұрын
6 I think.
@deejayshmoove
3 жыл бұрын
@@HuFilms Perfect. Thanks a mill
what kind of slider did you use in the making of this video???
@HuFilms
2 жыл бұрын
I used a Slypod and Rhino slider.