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Karl Thomas
United Kingdom
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 30 มี.ค. 2020
Active DJ offering help and advice to other DJs
The aim of this channel is to share my honest experience through tutorials, product reviews, Q&A's and vlogs giving advice and tips to DJ's along the way.
I want to build a community as networking is critical in this industry. I welcome comments, questions and suggestions on my content. If you like the sound of this, hit subscribe and I look forward to meeting you in the comments section!
The aim of this channel is to share my honest experience through tutorials, product reviews, Q&A's and vlogs giving advice and tips to DJ's along the way.
I want to build a community as networking is critical in this industry. I welcome comments, questions and suggestions on my content. If you like the sound of this, hit subscribe and I look forward to meeting you in the comments section!
How to NOT mess up your first DJ gig
My top tips on how to not mess up your first DJ gig! Well done for getting booked and hopefully with these tips you will be re-booked!
Support Me - to help me make more videos
PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB
Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online.
dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti
(Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount)
The best online record store for electronic music - Beatport
www.beatport.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929
Try DJ City for just $10 in your first month
www.djcity.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929
The above are affiliate links and so I will get a small commision if you decide to make any purchases. This helps me to continue to make videos for you!
Support Me - to help me make more videos
PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB
Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online.
dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti
(Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount)
The best online record store for electronic music - Beatport
www.beatport.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929
Try DJ City for just $10 in your first month
www.djcity.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929
The above are affiliate links and so I will get a small commision if you decide to make any purchases. This helps me to continue to make videos for you!
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The EXTRA FX on the Pioneer DJ DDJ FLX-4
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I think these release effects are pretty hidden on the FLX-4 so here is a little tutorial on how to find them and what is on offer! Happy Mixing. Find out all about DJ Studio here th-cam.com/video/fUbVlwdyfRM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=6H0dDV0vreLiweUq All my FLX4 Videos th-cam.com/video/hxxVFli-Qkw/w-d-xo.html Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en...
The most boring yet USEFUL video for DJs
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Kicking off 2025 with a bang - in this video we discuss all the cables you will need as a DJ! Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) The best online record store for electronic music - Beatport www.beatport.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929 Try DJ City for just $10 in your first month www.djcity.com/?a_ai...
All DJs need to stop caring!
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Stop caring what others think is the key takeaway from today's quick DJ tip. When I started out as a DJ, I was told I would be replaced by an iPod or nowadays this would be a Spotify playlist. If I would have listened, the amount of gigs I would have missed out on would have been crazy! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check ou...
Breaking down this VIRAL Boiler Room DJ EZ transition
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DJ EZ- one of the most legendary UK based DJs- most well known for garage music and complex transitions went viral a few years ago at Boiler Room. Today I will break this down for you so you can practice for yourself! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.stu...
How to handle requests as a DJ
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Some guidance on handling every DJs favourite thing in the world (NOT)...requests! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) Where I buy all my tracks from www.beatport.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929 Sign ...
How much do the top DJ record pools cost?
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Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) Where I buy electronic music from; www.beatport.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929 Try DJ City for $10 in the first month; www.djcity.com/?a_aid=67545f540e929 The abov...
How to get unique tracks for your DJ set
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Here is my guide on how to crate dig in a digital age. Back in the day us DJs would go to record stores and spend hours upon hours digging through crates of records to find the ones that would set them apart. Now with everything online, this is how to find those incredible tunes but in a digital way! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=...
All new DJs need to remember this!!
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I see so any beginner DJs focusing on technical transitions rather than learning the fundamentals of reading a crowd. If you want success as a DJ...learn to read the room and the tech stuff can come later! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzy...
Use this to nail your timing in your DJ sets
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Quantize is on every piece of DJ equipment and also software...but what is it and how do you use it? Find out everything you need to know here. Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) The above is ...
Beginner DJs - DON'T make yourself broke!!
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My one key bit of advice to all beginner DJs out there! Don't break the bank and spend all your money! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) The above is an affiliate link and so I will get a sma...
Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4 with Serato DJ Lite - an intro
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Using the Pioneer DJ-FLX4 with Serato DJ Lite for the first time Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) The above is an affiliate link and so I will get a small commision if you decide to purchase.
The sampler in all Pioneer DJ mixers
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A quick tip on how to use the roll DJM effect as a mini sampler! Support Me - to help me make more videos PayPal - paypal.me/djkarlthomas?country.x=GB&locale.x=en_GB Check out DJ.studio for the best way to create DJ mixes to post online. dj.studio/?ref=yzyxyti (Use KARLTHOMAS at checkout for a discount) The above is an affiliate link and so I will get a small commision if you decide to purchase.
Pioneer DJ - Beat Vs Sound Colour Effects
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Pioneer DJ - Beat Vs Sound Colour Effects
DDJ FLX-4: How to switch between Vinyl & CDJ Mode
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DDJ FLX-4: How to switch between Vinyl & CDJ Mode
Alphatheta DDJ-FLX2 - the best value controller ever?
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Alphatheta DDJ-FLX2 - the best value controller ever?
Is the Pioneer DDJ-FLX 4 still worth buying in 2024?
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Is the Pioneer DDJ-FLX 4 still worth buying in 2024?
AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ & DDJ GRV6 - some initial thoughts
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AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ & DDJ GRV6 - some initial thoughts
Nightclub DJ vs Mobile/ Private Events DJ - Things to consider
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Nightclub DJ vs Mobile/ Private Events DJ - Things to consider
CDJ & mixer settings to check before every DJ gig
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CDJ & mixer settings to check before every DJ gig
Level up your DJ sets with this Looping technique.
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Level up your DJ sets with this Looping technique.
Which is the right DJ controller for you?
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Which is the right DJ controller for you?
Is creat connect/ zip dj worth it to buy thought of buying it so cpuld recommend it ?
Wanted to say thanks, took ages to find someone showing it with Rekordbox 7
I like it. Bought it.
Nice one!
Can't figure out how to search by key
Take my advice and don't give ZipDJ any of your money. I signed up in good faith on a direct debit plan, but after using it for a short while I wasn't happy with the music selection and cancelled my membership. I was surprised to see that c£400 had been debited from my account a few months ago and have been banging my head against a wall trying to deal with this absolute scam of a business ever since. I have tried several times to get a refund, as I thought I'd cancelled the service and hadn't used it in over 12 months, but they just fob me off with "it's been referred to management" or similar, but it never gets anywhere. I have also tried to get them to confirm that my account has now been cancelled, as I have requested this several times now to avoid being charged again, but they just blank me. DO NOT sign up for this service. Its customer service is beyond awful and you will no doubt find that you're signed up for life, whether you want to be or not. Genuinely one of the worst experiences I have had as a consumer, and I don't say that lightly.
Ah yeah thats good stuff
Hi Karl, this is a good video, I did something very similar yesterday. Just a small comment here, you have to provide enough power to FLX4, not use an iphone adapter but a mac or ipad one (at least 15watts I believe)
I have a problem that every single one that is not a streaming service require that I provide proof I am a DJ. Problem is I am doing this because my 8 yo wanted to become a DJ and we are learning together. Neither me or my 8 yo is a DJ. So what pool can we use if not streaming service? Is online record stores only option left or are there any pools we can use?
You don’t need any major proof- I don’t think it’s a human checking the applications so just give it a go
@@djkarlthomas True, also I am a developer so I could just make a page claiming I am a DJ :)
HELP NEEDED: how to tackle the MIDI LED blinking issue? I am a MAC user. Tried different cables, added a PD power supply 3V-9V, tried different notebooks, nothing! Should I return the device?
Try and get in touch with alphatheta/pioneer they have an online forum/ support service. That is a very strange issue
Brilliant advice as per man! 👏🏼👏🏼 I also try and visit a new venue in person a week or so before a new gig, so you can familiarise yourself with the area and what’s it’s like inside setting up etc. Everyone who has got their first gig coming up needs to see this video 🔥
Mate that is brilliant advice! If you can visit absolutely do it!! Thanks for watching as ever
For a beginner what would you suggest, Serato or Rekordbox 🤔🤔🤔 ??
Try them both and see what you prefer…if you have something like the FLX-4 you don’t have to pay for either rekordbox or serato dj lite
I do think you get more features with rekordbox however
Great tips, love the channel
Ah thank you so much!!
Wise words mate well said 🎧🎧🎧
Thank you for the kind words
I remember many years ago when I first started DJing in nightclubs, needing to take folders and folders of CDs. Now I just need, if I was still doing nightclubs, to take a couple of USB drives and have hundreds of thousands of songs. It is quite amazing, really.
I know right! Literally nothing to carry these days at all!
@ Yeah, you're right, my friend.
Must say it's been this way for over 10 years. Old school DJ still use cd as it's all they know
@ An occasional retro night where I will play CDs or vinyl depending on the type of music and play for that event
Hi karl. Done a 60th birthday Saturday evening, got a playlist for wat they wanted eg 70,s/80,s .a room with about 80people or so. Only 10 people danced ,I was told no irish ballads&no rave/dance songs. Is it normal that 90%people didn't dance 🤔 is it there prefence. 99% of gigs I have full floor, just that night thought wud have had more .thanks dermo 😊
Private gigs it really does depend on the crowd and with a smaller crowd that is sometimes much harder work. If you stuck to the brief they gave you that’s all you can do. If you have had success on other nights I think it must have just been one of those gigs where no matter what you play they just don’t get up and move haha! We’ve all been there
@@dermotowens1977 I find that at weddings and birthday parties, a lot of the time the clients appreciate the music not being as loud because they can use it at the beginning of the night to socialise and catch up with friends and family that they haven't seen in a while, and then later in the night, as they've had a few more drinks, the dance floor starts feeling a bit more lively, and I turn the music up. It tends to work when I do that sort of event.
@Jbaxter736 appreciate it 🙏 the feedback I'll keep it in mind. Understand they want to catch-up and chat and as u say the more they drink the more they might dance, so mite pump it up a little more thanks 😊
@djkarlthomas thanks karl really only happened once before. As u said that's the playlist I was given and had to respect it and not goin of course to play other genres to keep other's happy as it was the lady's birthday wishes that counts .she had a gud nite and got thumbs 👍 from hubby&family... when I see people dancing 🕺 I think I'm doin OK and that's my job/buzz once seen everyone enjoying there nite. Hope it doesn't happen offen or I'll retire 🤣🤣thanks again for ya advice known its not down to me if majory of people don't dance. Love the videos keep them coming cheers dermo from Dublin 🩵
@@dermotowens1977 You're more than welcome, my friend. And I'll always try and help young DJs or upcoming DJs when I see comments like this because I had a lot of help from my uncle Mike back in the day, and that's how I became well-balanced and got the experience, so I'm always willing to help people like you.
Great advice I found going to a gig with another D.J. and just helping them taught me loads now I do my own gig's and have people help me out it's a great learning curve
Nice work mate! Here’s to a great 2025! Thanks for watching
Hello, iam new and idk when i press shift + hot que the hot que just blinks and the pads do nothing. Can you help? Sorry for my bad english if u didint understand something plz let me know
What are you trying to do with the pads?
Thank you Karl, so helpful! ❤
Glad it was useful thanks for watching!
awesome tips man. Thanks for sharing!
Glad you found it useful and thanks for watching!!
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This video was so helpful. A lot of the tutorial videos I’ve found just use the features without actually explaining how it works.
I’m so glad you found it useful! Thanks for watching
Whats the difference between tge DDJ400's Filter Knobs and the FLX4's CFX Knobs??
These are both CFX however when smart CFX button is pressed on the FLX-4 you get a few additional effects. I have a video which runs through these
@djkarlthomas nice thank you
Thanks a million for the help I have my DDJ 4 to start my journey. Please make one on how to use FX side of the unit.
Already have one th-cam.com/video/fpRTPYaRlzk/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Q2_slA1bUIiS2qDB
Great tutorial, easy to follow!
Glad it was useful!
Are you powering that with an iPhone charger? Im starting up and making sure I have everything I need. Thank you for the demo it’s very helpful ❤
Nope the controller is plugged in to power and the phone is just connected to the controller
Is there any way I can do a 7-14 days trial before purchasing a subscription?
I made this video some time ago so I am unsure of their latest offers- have a look on their website. Typically record pools don’t offer free trials though
Just bought the FLX4. I’m a complete noob and this video has changed my life. Thank you so much ❤
So glad it was useful for you! Happy mixing!
Cheers mate! Bit big and heavy for my needs. Looking at the older Reloop Flex V2 which is more compact, foldable but will not go Z like this one.
Nice one! It’s a great stand but yes a bit heavy- can certainly tell when it’s in my bag haha
@ I decided on the Hercules DG400B in the end. Nice compact and strong. Thanks for the vid!
Hey Karl..Quick Q.on the free plus rekordbox it won't let me type in Wen lookin for a song I have rx3 do I need a paid sub to work dem and other things playlists scroll up n down feature ?
THANK YOU!
Good video. I can connect my DDJ-FLX4 via Bluetooth with my Ipad 9. But when I try it via cable the Ipad and Rekordbox do not find the controller. I tried it with the Ipad 10 (USBC) and then it worked. But it did not work with my Ipad 9 (Lightning). Could you help?
I really don’t know on this one. Seems strange- might be to do with the lightning cable. Perhaps raise it with rekordbox directly- they have a forum online
@ ok, thanks for the quick answer. I wrote an email to recordbox👍
@yyy4820 hope they reply and it gets sorted for you!
are u german?
MixMeister is still better for multiple reasons: (1) you can add label markers which are essential to phrase alignment and re-editing, (2) you don’t have to endure updates every time you open it, and (3) it doesn’t require a supercomputer to work.
Fantastic video mate - Best TH-camr I've come across for giving clear, detailed information on the FLX 4!
Thank you so much for the kind words! So glad the content has been useful!
Cool Playlist. Helpful!
Thank you for watching!!
excellent Thank you Thomas from Venezuela
Thank you for watching! Long way from the UK haha!
Thank you so much for the video.
Glad it was useful! Thank you for watching
I've loved vinyl turntables since the late 70's on my 4th pair, long story lol
Nice one! Thanks for watching
So im new to djing and what i am understand because i just want to be able to mess around and eventually play some dj sets it sounds like zip dj and bpm supreme is the best options this correct also my biggest question is as a new dj whats more important either have pro/paid version of a daw so like serato dj pro for example or have a digital dj pool of music
‘Best’ record pool is subjective- as it’s down to what you want in a pool of music. If you want electronic music then something like Zip DJ will be better. Also you can’t compare a digital music pool with music software- you need both. Music software like serato / rekordbox when combined with a controller will allow you to play and mix the music. The digital pool of music provides you with the music to play.
@djkarlthomas so electronic music would be nice but I'm looking for the most up to date rap/hip hop music what could be a good dj pool for that I've heard alot of good things about heavy hitters club killers and bpm supreme I've narrowed it down to those 3 just not sure what one I want to pull the trigger on to start off with
@ try one and then if you don’t like it cancel it and move onto another one. Just make sure you sign up for a month rather than a longer plan. I think heavy hits is best for hip hop/ RnB
Great review. My 2 cents: in relation to the AZ - as you hinted, something that could have probably been brought out a while ago and now misses many of the tech and creative features of others' including the GRV6. Maybe with GRV6 AT are hinting at the future? That controller has it all and is useful unless you need the stand alone capability of the AZ. It also has a better sound card than the FLX10 (which in my opinion does not sound great given its price). Bottom line for me, the AZ whilst good value in comparison to separates is still not great value considering how far tech has moved on in the last few years. The FLX10 doesn't have the groove circuit, although does have a high gloss finger print magnet mixer section and a lower quality sound output than the GRV6! The GRV6 is very minimalist but from a specification and features point of view, may well prove the best investment for most bedroom / semi pro DJs in the future as the residual value will probably be quite strong. It seems we're quickly moving to creative, expressive DJing that the GRV6 supports better and cheaper overall than the rest, especially given standalone units do not have the computing power integrated to cope with STEMS etc. In summary, it seems we're in a period of change and unless you're a pro playing in clubs regularly, surely you'd be mad to invest in expensive outdated tech?
Some CFXs can be applied without playing music! Btw, your voice pace is spot on! Good for those who are non native English speaker like me👍
Thank you for watching!
How about speakers which just have the wire sticking out without any adapters
Need help. While playing line input music through my phone on ddj flx10 the sound out put volume is too low how can i fix that
That’s quite common- the phone can come through quiet.
Turn the phone volume up high and then use the trims on the mixer. Careful not to redline though
Thanks for the intro. Is the song you're practicing with here available online? I can't seem to find it, I love the beat haha.
Haha it is a copyright free track which I got from motion array
rcas is normally associated to hooking turntables or aux cables
I learnt to mix on soundlab belt drives then direct drive SL 1200/1210, the tech these days is unbeliveable
great video thanks 😍😍😍😍
Super. Thanks for this :)
How many of them effects do you get on serato pro? Im looking at getting a flx4 bundle with speakers etc and the website im looking at says they throw in serato pro as part of the bundle. Great video by the way.
Important videos .. thnx