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Lessons, gear notes, news from the school and the scene. Written by the Muse Inc team since 2017.

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Tips & Tricks07/09/2024

What Does a DJ Need to Land Their First Gig?

Talent and passion aren't enough: you also need to prepare a whole set of key things before you're ready for the world of professional performance. In this post, Muse Inc walks you…

Tips & Tricks15/06/2024

3 Wake-Up Calls for DJs Just Starting Out

Muse Inc shares 3 important wake-up calls for new DJs, to help you avoid silly mistakes that could hold your career back.

Tips & Tricks20/05/2024

Why Every DJ Needs to Build a Personal Style

A distinctive musical style makes a DJ easy to recognise and remember. Whenever the crowd hears your music, they'll know straight away it's you, thanks to the signature touches in your style.

Tips & Tricks14/05/2024

What Does a Professional DJ Need? 4 Essentials Beyond the Decks

Beyond a huge passion for music and top-notch mixing skills, professional DJs carry a suitcase full of their own secrets. Let Muse Inc show you what's inside!

The Accessories Every DJ Needs

Tips & Tricks26/03/2024

The Accessories Every DJ Needs

New to DJing and overwhelmed by all the gear on the market besides the controller itself? Here are the accessories every DJ needs.

Living the Craft or Just Pleasing Yourself? Advice for Aspiring Music Producers

Tips & Tricks25/03/2024

Living the Craft or Just Pleasing Yourself? Advice for Aspiring Music Producers

Making your own tracks is trendy — but are you really living the producer's craft? Muse Inc shares four lessons for anyone serious about becoming a music producer.

Tips & Tricks23/01/2024

7 Steps to Go from Bedroom DJ to Club DJ

Tired of only DJing on your own and ready to take your talent to bars and clubs, where lots of people can enjoy your music? Here are 7 steps from Muse Inc to start your career as a club DJ!

Tips & Tricks17/01/2024

3 Things Stopping You From Learning to DJ – and Muse Inc's Advice

Almost every would-be DJ runs into obstacles before getting started. What are they, and how do you get past them? In this post, Muse lists some of the biggest barriers along with our advice for you!

Tips & Tricks13/01/2024

5 Tips for Setting Up a Proper Home Studio

Besides skill and experience, your workspace matters hugely — it directly affects how producers and DJs practise and what they create. Here are some tips to help you make the most of your space. Let’s dive in with Muse Inc!

Tips & Tricks26/12/2023

Lossless vs. Lossy: What Every DJ and Producer Needs to Know

Every professional DJ and producer needs a thorough understanding of audio file formats. Here are the 2 types you need to know by heart to deliver truly high-quality music!

Should DJs Never Play One Track for More Than 5 Minutes?

Tips & Tricks16/12/2023

Should DJs Never Play One Track for More Than 5 Minutes?

One thing DJs should keep in mind: don't play a single track for too long – 5 minutes is the most you should give any one track. Muse Inc explains why.

Tips & Tricks15/08/2023

8 DJ Scratching Techniques You Should Know

Scratching is not only a key part of the art of DJing but also a way to show creativity and originality in your performance. From subtle moves to powerful sound effects, scratching adds special highlights to DJ sets and live shows.

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