DJ GIG LOG: What is your Plan B when technology fails?

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Rachel Lynch

2 жыл бұрын

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@jdthedjenttv3898 2 жыл бұрын

And I think the air has cleared. Perfect!

@juniorchomsky9609 2 жыл бұрын

100% Agree! Thank you Rachel.

@EricDJEJones Жыл бұрын

Hey DJ Rachel, great video. I believe in using whatever works for you. There are various options vinyl, CD's, computers, and standalone's. None of these are the be-all-end-all for DJing. I started 31 years ago with vinyl and I today use a MacBook Pro. It's doesn't matter what you have. As long as you can get on your set and rock the party. Keep people smiling and dancing the night away that's all that matters. It's about loving what you do and yes, a backup / plan b is a must. Thanks for sharing this video.

@DJRachelLynch Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t agree more!! Play good music. Be professional. Show them a good time. Repeat. Thanks for checking this out.

@EnormeSounds 9 ай бұрын

I totally agree on having a backup PC/Mac. Two weeks ago I was DJing outside on the ground floor of a two-story house. There was a deck above me. Someone had a cooler on the top deck and the water from the cooler spilled directly on my computer. Party was a wrap. Had a cell phone but it wasn’t enough. Great video.

@DJRachelLynch 9 ай бұрын

Oh no! I’m so sorry to hear this! 😞

@allandenola5968 2 жыл бұрын

Love that Roland 707m and that new Drunk last song

@MarcAnthony2383 2 жыл бұрын

It does not matter what computer do you have .. a real dj has people dancing 💃.. well say Dj Rachel 👌🏽!!!! greetings from houston Tx

@DeejayPROD31 2 жыл бұрын

hello I love you rachel vidéos she are great and well explained continue like that and courage I am like you already in France

@djjomarflipside7982 2 жыл бұрын

What’s up Rachel.. Thank you for sharing.. Thank you for being you..

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

❤️🙌🏻

@meow 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I also use a windows and all the guys give me a hard time about it. I don’t care and tell them to mind their own equipment! 🤣 I have used both and they work the same.

@djhidrocalido4821 2 жыл бұрын

Dual GREEN EYES ARE BETTER THEN dual LAPTOPS!

@djroyal414 2 жыл бұрын

I always bring my MacBook Pro AND windows HP laptop to all of my events!

@310socal 2 жыл бұрын

4:45 Fact I agree all your doing is being professional!

@djcalvin681 2 жыл бұрын

Always carry backup n just in case music. Thx Rachel

@jimsargent7288 2 жыл бұрын

agree, I've dj-ed for year, I take 3 computers as I once had a computer fail and never again will I have that.

@Daceman89 2 жыл бұрын

You are so right. Those were really stupid comments. Thank you for all the help you put out there helping dj's succeed.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

It’s important to me that newer DJs have information to make their own decisions and not get peer pressured into opinion based nonsense. I just wanted to deliver that message. I appreciate you checking this out. Have an awesome weekend.

@cornelioherrera4269 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!! Shout out from L.A, Ca 👍🏼

@DJTyme209 2 жыл бұрын

i agree with you 500% its these new generation of djs who really have no clue ;-) coming from a 36+ year vet :-)

@djfingersflores 2 жыл бұрын

Orale

@DjPatC 2 жыл бұрын

using a windows laptop for years and years and it doesnt give me any problems... runnin in rekordbox and virtual dj too

@Djfunkymike 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant explanation 👏

@tonyjefford8449 2 жыл бұрын

Well said!!!

@edwardaleong7692 2 жыл бұрын

Well said, nuff respect 👊👏👏👏

@bismarkowusu9082 2 жыл бұрын

Well said, Rachel.

@HectorDj16 2 жыл бұрын

Great job!!

@djoractor947 Жыл бұрын

Nice my idol

@djlouparis 2 жыл бұрын

It ridiculous of the snobbery that some people have. I am a Mac user, however they can be just as prone to failure as any quality PC laptop. Plus I never go to an event without two Mac laptops nor should anyone not have a backup laptop. Keep on keeping on Rachel. :)

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking this out Lou! Mac makes great stuff. I’m a HUGE apple fan. Just dropped CRAZY money on a 1TB IPhone 13. 😬 But it’s unrealistic to think everything Apple is bulletproof. You’re the professor! Of course you have 2 with you!

@djreysocial 2 жыл бұрын

My Mac Pro froze up 3 weeks ago at a wedding. Thankful it wasn’t during open dance but rather dinner. I had my cell phone as a back up.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear about that! I’m glad it didn’t happen during anything crazy important. I have several other options if my laptops or controller go bad. I have a 1 TB iPad as well as my iPhone with all essential music needed for the event as well as a few 30 minute mixes to buy me time. I could stream via Bluetooth to one of my EVOLVE50s and then use the Mixout to connect it to the other speaker or I could connect directly with a 3.5 mm to XLR cable. I have a Hercules star light which is a micro USB controller that I could connect and use DJAY PRO AI.

@djayceemobileentertainment 2 жыл бұрын

Great vid

@PALMZTV 9 ай бұрын

my backup is my s21 ultra phone. It has my premixes, backup crate from my laptop, and DJay app that I use via bluetooth. It saved me on many occasions; Especially nights I forgot to plug my laptop power cable in lol.

@djmidnightgonzalez6284 2 жыл бұрын

I always use 2 ▶💻 💻◀ The 🎶 never stop▶◀

@ogpinoyraider2749 2 жыл бұрын

You’re so amazing!!! Always teaching!!! Good on you!!! Not a rant…teaching baby!! My Prim job is Senior Network Engr. Redundancy Rule…EXACTLY!!!

@ChrisMortillaro 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a mac guy and bring two mac book pros to every gig. You never know right!!!!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! It’s just the right thing to do!

@ChrisMortillaro 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch FYI your set-up looks amazing. I'm toying with the max design dj booth.

@kevinbrown-rm6ce 2 жыл бұрын

Cool dj controller

@dj_paultuk7052 2 жыл бұрын

Snap, i have the Camelot Wheel taped to my laptop too !.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

🙌🏻 #mixinginkeyisalwaysinstyle

@jraymond1000 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you Rachel

@johncolon8614 2 жыл бұрын

My backups are another laptop, multiple drives, Also my numark dj2go will same me ,along with my ddj1000 srt.

@raytorres6077 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you DJ Rachel for clearing that up. Because anything that man creates will always have it glitches. The human race it's not perfect neither anyting that it creates. So, it's always good idea to have Plan B. Why do you think when we were in school all teachers always tell us to have more then one pencil, because if one breaks you have a few more to work with. DJ Rachel, I love it when a woman like yourself has a good head on her shoulder. I've been watching your videos and you are one of the best teachers and keep up the good work because God is giving you a perfect gift, the gift of knowledge and understanding and how to use the gift. God bless and keep up the good work.😎🔥🌹

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

You got it 💯! Nothing is perfect. Our clients deserve to have someone who is prepared and willing to admit this. I appreciate your kind words. Thanks for your time to check this out.

@rjpimprov 2 жыл бұрын

Anyone who doesn’t bring two computers and two mirrored externals, regardless of the type, is asking for it.

@johnmcquay82 2 жыл бұрын

Fail to prepare, prepare to fail...

@rjpimprov 2 жыл бұрын

@@oldschooldjernie point being, a solid back up

@djcar5181 2 жыл бұрын

Boom! BTW, Mr. Parker, I hope you didn't damage that expensive mic when you dropped it. LOL.

@johnmcquay82 2 жыл бұрын

@@djcar5181 Mic will be fine, subs are half way across the dance floor in bits though.... 😁

@percyarnold6368 2 жыл бұрын

The classiest rant I have ever heard lol. I use the Denon DJ Prime Go and Denon DJ Prime 4. Yes they are stand alone DJ controllers I still carry a laptop just in case a hard drive goes bad or something you always need to have a plan "B" and sometimes "C" as well.

@DJ_PHILCO79 2 жыл бұрын

Go VDJ 🎶😁🎶

@ShowtimeEnt404 2 жыл бұрын

great info

@digitaljackass 2 жыл бұрын

I had a macbook and it overheated during a ceremony, sold it the next day and bought a gaming laptop for the better ventilation. I was diehard macbook before that happened BTW... never again

@CatholicTraditional 2 жыл бұрын

I never had an Apple product overheat in normal usage.

@digitaljackass 2 жыл бұрын

@@CatholicTraditional okay.. I have

@jamesharrison6085 2 жыл бұрын

I am so paranoid about computers failing that I use a standalone pioneer XDJ XZ and I always have multiple memory sticks just in case. Then I have a backup DDJ 400 and a MacBook Air just in case, and if the MacBook fails I have an iPad that can run Algoriddims DJAY software……you can never be too prepared! Keep up the good work 👍🏻

@djflashlinx5150 2 жыл бұрын

all goes back to the philosophy I have always adhered to, 2 is 1, 1 is none. Very well spoken getting your point across, been an IT PRO & DJ for 20+ years, agree with everything you said.

@johnmcquay82 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. At work we have two internet connections with route diversity and basically two of everything in the network for the mission critical applications. We're yet to have a call to use it in anger. When we do firmware upgrades it's pretty handy though; no downtime while we do it. :)

@sonidosoundwaves 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with you, l careless about the brand, what l look at on a laptop is the operating system. I dream to have a Nexus 2 from Pioneer but now l run on a windows (laptop) Serato plus l do have on a tablet all my music and a DJ app (can mix, etc etc).

@djjameshayes9766 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Mac & it glitched twice in one night as the heat was too much. I carry a windows laptop as backup

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear that! Honestly, all computers can have problems. No matter what you use, always good idea to have a back up. I’ve seen both Mac and PC fail. It just happens. I appreciate your comment and you checking this out. 💯🙂

@DjArtRGV 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! We need to have backups regardless. You do not ever want to be caught in a situation you can’t recover from. 🤘🏻👍🏼

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

💯💯👌🏻

@warradiscos4123 2 жыл бұрын

I agree I carry 3 laptops just in case

@alanmanning3430 2 жыл бұрын

You handled your rant gracefully, and I agree 100%

@gizzlexperience1023 2 жыл бұрын

You are GREAT at what you do, keep going Forward,you have plenty of DJs that respect what you do,and listen to your advice,When they Go Low,you go High.I have now been DJing over 20 years.

@OneBadAssDJ 2 жыл бұрын

Keep doing your thing Rachel. Been DJing for 39 years and you showed me plenty of things i've never knew from your channel. You put great detail into everything you do. I started on a PC laptop back in 1999 using BPM Studio Pro with a PC laptop and used it all the way until 2007. I wouldn't get offended from these DJ's or wanna be DJ's making these comments, don't let it get under your skin. You use what works and that's it. Keep up the great work and keep doing what you do, because I greatly appreciate all the hard work and effort you put into these gigs.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to check this out. I appreciate your kindness. I started out on a IBM and PCDJ Red. My how have things changed.

@tayloredentertainmentllc 2 жыл бұрын

Rachel, you are spot on. I used to be a PC dj. After having a few different ones fail, I switched to MacBook Pro. I personally have had a great experience since switching, but as you said, you must have backup no matter what. I have a backup MBP, backup external drive, a dedicated iPad with a decent library on it, then I have my iPhone if I am in “Dire Straits.” I agree with you 100%. You keep doing you. Don’t let the foolish DJs get to you!

@ComingUpNextTime Жыл бұрын

You have more redundancy than NASA. 2 laptops 4 hard drives. Lol pretty sweet. I’ve only 2 laptops.

@DJRachelLynch Жыл бұрын

💯🚀 😂😂 Thanks for checking this out.

@AaronStrawn 2 жыл бұрын

Shania slaps in Minnesota!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Love me some Shania! 🙌🏻🙌🏻

@dj_paultuk7052 2 жыл бұрын

You only have to look at the thread on Serato forums, and who has the most issues... Mac users. CPU pegged at 100%, sound breaking up, overheating...

@SweetScaleTV 2 жыл бұрын

I would never DJ without a Mac or CDJS but at the end of the day that's my choice but that's not the only option available ... some ppl say you're not a DJ if you don't use CDJ's (which is of course BS) the truth is MAC, PC, CDJs it doesn't matter!!! at the end of the day as long as you and your clients are happy that's all that matters! Keep being great Rachel!

@dantonliam 2 жыл бұрын

Ricke Webber swears by his PC as well….

@drbones3rd 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Been looking for a quick way to switch over instantly to another laptop. Love your set up. In regards to which is better, apple or windows based laptop, just ask any shop that repairs them. Most that I have spoke with, all do not care for the apple machines for various reasons and see a lot of issues with them. Anyhow, great info in your videos.

@uthetuber 2 жыл бұрын

Only thing about the 2 PCs is it obstructs the view. Now the way your hair was looking at the end I get it! Just kidding Kiddo Lol!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

About the placement of the laptops… Some events I do have them off to the side, but never weddings. At weddings I like them side by side for a few reasons. The first reason is work flow. I will choose function over vanity any day. It’s much easier for me during, especially during Grand Entrance/ Introductions to be looking forward then having to split of view to each side. If I need to swap over to my other laptop for any reason my eyes can track things better with a side by side view. That’s just me. I also keep a digital copy of the names on the other laptop just incase. My eyes just find it easier to switch over that way. In addition, to be honest- I’m not a turntablelist. I don’t scratch or give off a Redbull 3 Style vibe. Nobody is watching me work because well… it’s not that interesting. 😂 I’d rather them be dancing and having fun rather then staring at me hitting hot cue buttons anyway. Haha. With my style of DJing nothing is lost performance wise by having both laptops in front. I didn’t really get this new booth to be more “accessible” to the audience, I just wanted to be able to leave me stuff connected for easier setup and breakdown.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Now about that hair… 😂🤷🏼‍♀️ I should just shave it.

@uthetuber 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch like me!

@DJ2Legit007 2 жыл бұрын

You expressed your rant much more eloquently than I ever could and you were 100% correct. Any piece of gear can fail at any time. Be prepared. Nuff said.

@user8002 2 жыл бұрын

You are a consummate professional. I love the way you communicate. You hit all the salient points. I just recently attended a Dj University and it was populated with nothing but guys. I would have loved some feminine energy in the group. The balance and contrast is invaluable in my humble opinion. Keep doing you. I love it.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s so great that you are expanding your training and knowledge. The Dj university sounds very cool. I have given some DJ related seminars myself but I agree there isn’t enough of us at the forefront of training and education. I appreciate your kindness and checking this out!

@VinnyHebert 2 жыл бұрын

The key is what you are comfortable with. I've never known any computer (Mac or Windows) to not fail. Those that say well, my brand never fails or never gets viruses, are drinking the Kool-Aid and believen' the hype. All electronics fail. That's just facts. Personally, I've been using Windows computers since the days of DOS. I know that if something happens to my settings or my computer, I know enough about the software and the hardware to fix it. The point of the video was not what brand or OS you use, the point was Rachel covers her ass so her clients never need to worry.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

❤️🙏🏻Thank you for this!

@drbones3rd 2 жыл бұрын

Forgot to ask in my previous post, how does virtual DJ operate with the Roland controller? Do all the button functions work? I currently run VDJ with a pioneer DDJSR2, and though it runs great, some of the fader buttons and samplers do not work. Looking to upgrade to the roland. Thanks

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Virtual is plug and play with almost everything. You can see a list of mapped devices here. 👉🏻 www.virtualdj.com/products/hardware.html It works great with the Roland. 👌🏻

@DJCoolThing 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome Mini Gig Log!! Well said it Doesn't Matter What we use as DJs Nothing is Perfect. you have Just inspired me to bring my second Mac which is a Mid-2012 Macbook Pro since when i'm doing an outdoor event Since my Macbook air is always Freezing up on me especially During summer

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely a good move! I love the fact that my backup is just as comfortable to use as my primary option. It will definitely put you at ease!

@DJCoolThing 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch it sure will

@dantonliam 2 жыл бұрын

I also run an ASUS but I don’t have a back up at this point….

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Great computers! 💯👍🏻 Definitely something to consider in the future. It’s not the only way to have a backup but I think it allows us to perform at our best.

@dantonliam 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch it crashed on me in the spring while using it at home so my computer guy put a crazy hard drive in it and it’s literally 50 times faster and has 1 terabyte of memory….runs way cooler as well….

@DJMacsBlack 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Rachel, Great video (as always :-) ), I agree with you 1000%! I always take 2-3 Windows laptops, 2 externals, 2 DJ controllers, 2 mixers and other backups to events. Cheers from Vienna/ Austria/ Europe

@djbrentsa 2 жыл бұрын

I've always used a MacBook Pro and never ever have had issues. But all professional DJs should have backups of all your equipment. I have another Mac as a backup for my computer - never have had to use it but still a necessity. I've never put both computers on my DJ setup as it only takes minutes to plug the other one in if I need it and I mainly use a 4 channel controller (Pioneer SZ2) so I always have a backup prepped on the 4th Channel. Yes, great advice for mobile DJs - always, always have a backup plan. Great video.

@dantonliam 2 жыл бұрын

Ren and Stimpy!!!…..ok….I’m married but ….I think you might be my soulmate!! I mean I even love the way you say “ button” LOVE IT!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

That was my show growing up!! Love me some powered toast man! 😂 I didn’t realize I say “button” funny. Thanks for the smile and laugh!

@dantonliam 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch it’s the east coast accent that you have JUST a bit of….HappyHappy Joy Joy!!!

@steveball20 2 жыл бұрын

You may be to young to remember but it's the VHS V BETA argument all over again, VHS won out at the end of the day although BETA was a better system! In case anyone who reads this and has no idea what I'm talking about it's about home video player/recorder systems!

@shawnroberts6384 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rachel, your right, we see it in all the Facebook groups regularly, DJ’s bashing their peers because of brand loyalty, because the program they use or their abilities as a service provider. While we all should want to grow to become the best at what we do everyone is different. I don’t want to be the best DJ Rachel mini me I can be, I want to be the best Shawn I can be using what I’m comfortable with and developing my own MC skills, mixing skills and visual performance skills. Having a backup system in place is just good practice, it only takes one mistake where you choose to have redundancy moving forward. Love your perspective and your channel and look forward to your future content!!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! If we all did things the same way this would be a really boring industry. That’s the beauty of this job there are 1 million ways to get it done. It’s not about being like somebody else, it’s about being open to having a conversation that there could be a better way of doing it. Having a solid back up is a no brainer, regardless of what that backup is! I appreciate you taking the time to check this out. Stay well! Keep rockin!

@superdad8274 2 жыл бұрын

Great job as always. What lights are you using and do you have a program to run them?

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

I have a selection of lights but my main ones are Apelabs up lights and can lights and JMAZ Aero Soot 60 movers. I utilize the internal programming. Nothing is DMX. As a solo DJ I need simple effective lighting. That’s why I got these. 🙂

@superdad8274 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch they look amazing . Lit up the entire room. You rock..👏👏👏

@VJCarlosAcosta 2 жыл бұрын

You just hit the nail on the head Rachel. I couldnt agree with you more. I personally prefer window based computers mainly because of the compatibility software that i use and also because you can purchase a real beast machine instead of Macbrook pro with a intel processor inside. Im usually using a Lenovo I5 16 GB RAM , SSD drive and Nvidia 3GB dedicated graphics and thats all that i need to do the job.

@johnallen8168 2 жыл бұрын

Love it love it Can I ask how long are you playing the tracks for are you playing full songs

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

It depends on the song. But I usually don’t play the full song. For example “take me home country roads” I’d play the whole thing as a sing a long, but thank god im a country boy was just a verse and chorus. You have to feel the crowd and the situation.

@DJProfessorOfSounds1 2 жыл бұрын

Love You! Your absolutely right about using two laptops. I always bring backup, just in case of the worst. And I love the fact you mention that you dont need to have a mac to dj, because I have been Dj'in with windows for 20 years & never had a problem. Thank you for your review your are so talented. Love U! Rachel. Connecticut's DJ Professor of Sounds

@bigKoopa85 2 жыл бұрын

Hi DJ Rachel I am a fairly new DJ I have like three extra hd that are fully of all kinds of music my question is how can I clean them up like organize them

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

www.cratehackers.com/?r_done=1

@johnnygthedj 2 жыл бұрын

Ridiculous! After I watched your vid, I immediately purchased the Roland from NLFX

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

LOL!🤣

@gewing61 2 жыл бұрын

That is the very best advice Keep up the great work!!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for stopping by! Definitely a good for ANYONE!

@steadymanos 2 жыл бұрын

It's not true. Apple has It's fault too. I play music video for 15 years. Knock on wood. It never lagged, never froze and never overheated and I DJ alot of outdoor events in AZ in 116 heat.

@djmaxreloaded7050 2 жыл бұрын

Your best vid by far. You had me at PC lol. Thank you for all you do...Cape Town sends love as always :)

@Aesop101 2 жыл бұрын

What happens when your laptop crashes. How do you DJ?

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

The first 1:18 minutes of the video are literally explaining what I would do if my laptop crashed. 🙂 I have another laptop.

@jackstech601 2 жыл бұрын

I always take 2 laptops to my events, my main laptop is a dell i5 16gb ram this runs serato great with no issues. I always have my second laptop an i3 8gb ram, running the lighting and it's a backup to my main dell. Doesn't matter what laptop it it it will have an issue at some point just need to be prepared for when it does eventually happen.

@dj_paultuk7052 2 жыл бұрын

I agree re Windows. I have DJ friends that use MACs and several of them have had endless issues with overheating, sound breaking up, and CPU's being pegged out. For DJing i use a Dell Precision i7. Running Windows7 Pro. 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD, with Quadro graphics. I use Win7 because its super stable in comparison to windows 10. There is nothing else on the laptop other than Serato and it runs like a champ. Never had 1 single issue in all the years ive been using Windows to DJ.

@MegaMAWG 2 жыл бұрын

As we used to say in my band in Las Vegas, when you have one, you have none, and when you have two, you have one. Great advice, Rachel.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Bingo!!!! 💯

@djrob9478 2 жыл бұрын

Ive had the Macbook argument so many times. I have always used PCs, I always have 2 laptops, 2 controllers and 2 hard drives. Dont let the agitators get to you. You are doing it right, keep doing what you are doing. You can never be over prepared.

@mititeimaricei Жыл бұрын

Dropping ONE laptop and braking it, it's happening; dropping TWO laptops in the same day and braking both if they are in different case/location, it's IMPOSSIBLE.

@DJRachelLynch Жыл бұрын

Luckily never dropped a laptop! 😅 Super careful and never leave them in my car either. However, I have had one crap out on me. At weddings gotta have another ready to go. I refuse to compromise performance over not having a good backup. 💯

@MrDjemv1 2 жыл бұрын

Such REAL & VALUABLE advice!!! I don’t carry a second laptop (although not a bad idea) but I do carry a backup hard drive and an rca-aux cable along with a Samsung s10 loaded with a few mixes in case I ran into any technical issues. Any DJ who bashes your advice has not dealt with the same type of events or as many. I still get nervous for every one of my weddings (after 12 yrs) but it’s so gratifying to see how happy my clients are after the end of the day. All DJ’s need to PREPARE, PREPARE, PREPARE!

@mmoran972 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and plan Rachel! There were times where my laptop worked great for the first 3 hours but in the 4th hour it started to have problems...I like the idea of two laptops in that case. 😀

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

It’s definitely come in hand many times! It’s not the only way to do things, but it is a great option if you ever need a backup! Thanks for stopping by the channel! Cheers!

@DAMOOSESQUADDJs 2 жыл бұрын

You always have backup I carry back up on my iPad phone dipstick I use pc have and always will because I hate when people pull this Cleveland Terry had a issue with a mac so you tell me

@flyrobin2544 2 жыл бұрын

That photo booth at the end of the event...that was impressive! BTW,I agree with everything in your video...."great advice" ✌️

@ccplease7487 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree. I have 3 laptops, 2 controllers, 2 mixers and 2 wireless mikes minimum.

@innis2gbor 2 жыл бұрын

Many of them just be trying to sound cool but end up sounding dumb 🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️ real Dj always have a backup doesn't matter what you're using Mac or window. Another BS they be saying is "real Dj don't use virtual DJ"🙄🙄

@tonythom09 2 жыл бұрын

Well said Rachel 👏 always have back up upon back up always prepare for the unexpected 👍

@DJTAZZTHABALDBALLA 2 жыл бұрын

I agree 💯. Always PLAN B. And I don't live for the name brand. I look for the quality and workings of equipment. Great video!!

@DJAlgorithm74 2 жыл бұрын

I won't go into detail, but that's why you're the BEST! Thank You for your honesty and Professionalism RACHEL!!!

@machine2747 2 жыл бұрын

Very well said. My entire laser show runs on PC based hardware using Pangolin's Beyond.

@aaronthedj12 2 жыл бұрын

Good vid. I bring both brands of laptop's , MacBook pro and an Asus PC . If one crashes, I have the other. Honestly, I've had less issues with the PC. The Mac gets really hot sometimes and I've had to replace the logic board which was not cheap.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

My gaming laptop has very beefy fans. Never have overheating issues. I also keep my fans cleaned and maintained 2x a year.

@aaronthedj12 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch you definitely bought the right type of laptop's . Gaming laptops are best. They have much better cooling and upgraded graphics cards to handle the demands of any large pro DJ software

@sergiojohnson1903 2 жыл бұрын

Rachel, you hit the nail on the head. All technology can fail and at some point it will. Make sure that you have a backup

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking this out! I just wanna make sure people are prepared and able to deliver their best! Cheers. 🙂

@davejay5304 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your honesty and your advice. For me I have a pioneer XDJ RR as my main controller with my main usb stick, plus 2 backup ones. I also have a MacBook and an iPad Pro, both have full copies of my music. I also have a numark mixtrack platinum as a backup controller so I can perform on any of these with the same professionalism. You are totally right any kind of technology/equipment can go down. I have had my iPad DJ app (algorithum dj pro) just quit on me with a packed dance floor a couple of time, thankfully rarely. What ever equipment setup you choose to use and what works for you is your right to choose. Oh yes and if you want to rant that’s fine also :)

@albertsolorio5464 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Keep the content coming, I just love how you say “Quinceañera” let me know you get one of those your way. I would love to rock the decks with you!

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Just saw this comment now! You know you’re not the first person to say that! 😂 I’m probably butchering the world. 😂😬 Thanks for the laugh and supporting the channel. Have a great rest of your week!

@sebzomaar5289 2 жыл бұрын

I agree on a backup laptop; but maybe they both don't need to be connected (and in your face ;-). I switch from a S4 controller 10 years ago to a normal dj mixer with seperate controllers. In that case I can easily trust on a small Ipod or phone as a few songs backup. Time enough to restart or replace the laptop in case it crashes. great videos Rachel. Greetings from Amsterdam.

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking this video out! ☺️ I think having them connected just makes it a much more safe and seamless transition to the backup. Imagine if this crash happened during the grand entrance or their first dance? You don’t have time to setup an additional laptop without disruption or looking chaotic. If I had a 12 party grand entrance I would not want to be fumbling with an iPhone or other backup device when all eyes are on me trying to DJ and MC their big moment from a phone. The point is to maximize performance with the backup. To me, that means having a secondary laptop connected and ready to go at a moments notice. As for the laptops being “in my face”, this is strictly a workflow choice for my weddings. I like to be able to look forward during my introductions and find it easier to swap my workflow between my computers if I needed to go from one to the other. I will always choose performance over vanity. I’m also not a turntablelist so no one‘s really watching me do intricate cuts or Redbull 3Style type performances. 🤣

@MICHAELZU.S.A 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Rachel love what u do ! It’s DJMIKEY Z From Chicago 👋 Man did u light them up and opened their eyes and simultaneously have upset the entire Apple 🍏 community while doing it!! 🙌🏻😂🤣🤦‍♂️💪🏻 Yo go girl! 🔥🔥🔥 Hey just a thought might wanna try the XMG DJ laptop made in Germany. It’s a Windows DJ laptop for DJs handles high heat better than Mac book Pros, plus low latency and audio processing, plus more. Stability high level. I got two of them. It’s weird I’m a Windows DJ 😅 but iPhone guy.. Love your teachings, you got the talent to get the message across you go Competent Rachel!!🎧🎤🕺

@DJRachelLynch 2 жыл бұрын

iPhone girl here but windows all day!! Thanks so much for checking this out and stopping by the channel. I appreciate your kindness and positivity. I’ll definitely take a look at XMG. I’m due for a new laptop soon. I upgrade every 4/5 years. Thanks for the suggestion! 👊🏻🙂

@MICHAELZU.S.A 2 жыл бұрын

@@DJRachelLynch No problem keep up The awesome JOB ! Keep Rockin’🔥🔥🕺🙌🏻