What Is a DJ Mixer?
A DJ mixer is an audio mixing console that is used by disc jockeys to play music. A DJ mixer is different from other audio mixers because it has a crossfader and the ability to redirect a non-playing source of music into headphones. A crossfader allows for an easier transition between two music sources.
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Function
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A DJ mixer generally has between 2 and 6 different stereo channels for mixing and connecting audio sources. The channels in a DJ mixer have a phono input with RIAA equalization, and these are used for the turntables in a DJ mixer.
History
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In the 1960s, Rudy Bozak was the pioneer of creating and designing DJ mixing equipment.
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Warning
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Most DJ mixers have a one volume control for all outputs or separate controls for each output. You need to be careful, though, because not every recording output has a volume control.
Features
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There are two or more outputs in a DJ mixer, which send signals to the amplifier and to the public address system. This allows the music to mix together and be streamlined in an artistic way.
Fun Fact
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DJ mixers were first created to make sure that dancers didn't leave the dance floor or stop dancing in between songs.
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