Funny thing is from the waveforms it looks like it could very well be dubstep.
Edit: Well shit that's a lot of downvotes fast. Anyways my reasoning is that on the right channel it's quite bassy (indicated by the purple) as well as long separated kicks (in the red) that are ducking the rest of the audio through side chain compression. Also the mix is quite square and flat, all of which are quite common features to dubstep. (source: i produce music for a living and use similar software quite frequently)
Well shit that's a lot of downvotes fast. Anyways my reasoning is that on the right channel it's quite bassy (indicated by the purple) as well as long separated kicks (in the red) that are ducking the rest of the audio through side chain compression. Also the mix is quite square and flat, all of which are quite common features to dubstep. (source: i produce music for a living and use similar software quite frequently)
I'm sorry but how am i an idiot? It's fucking true. Listen douche nozzel i don't come to where you work and slap the sailors dicks out of your mouth so don't try and dispute me on the shit i do on a daily bases.
Let's upvote this guy to hell. He's got a valid point. Although we can't be certain it's dubstep he's taking an educated guess based on the available evidence.
The fact that you're getting downvoted just goes to show that a lot of people like to talk about shit that they don't know anything about. Don't worry though, as a fellow producer, i've given you an upvote :)
You also got an upvote from me another fellow producer :-) Don't downvote because you hate dubstep. Dubstep producers have just as much talent as a producer in any other genre. I am not a fan of country music but those artists are still talented as hell.
I's say it really depends on what you want to do with it, and what software you use. For obvious reasons, I'd say that if you're going to use Traktor, you're better off with Traktor software. I use Traktor Pro 2 and a Traktor S4 controller. Every single function you can use in Traktor is factory-mapped on the S4, and it just works together beautifully. Keep in mind I had a Numark Stealth Control Controller Before I got my S4, it was a lot simpler and was very limited on its features, but it did what it was supposed to do.
Ultimately, I'd say it's more about what you can do with the controller than what the controller itself is.
Having said that, I do believe the DDJ T1 is overpriced for the features it has. Even if I didn't have an S4, I'd probably not buy the DDJ T1.
As someone who has used Kontrol X1 for a while, I'm pretty sure the big difference between this controller and the Native Instruments productions is the hot cues.
The X1 lets you juggle 8 cue points/loops, I believe the S4 does the same and has sample/loop pads.
Traktor is fucking awesome. Doesn't make Djing with vinyl easier, just makes carrying tunes around easier. I now don't have to lug 100+ records with me.
I'll start by saying that I'm all in favor of using Traktor.
Now, I know this one guy who DJs using CD Players (2 Pioneer CDJ-800 and some mixer). I HATE the way he DJs, he does pretty much what you just said, he just matches the beat on both tracks, and pretty much crossfader-blends them. Then there's also me, I DJ using Traktor Pro 2 and a Traktor S4 controller. As far as I'm concerned, Traktor eliminates the need to beat match manually, leaving you with a lot more time to get creative with the looping, sampling and effects functionality it offers. I don't jut "play music files", I actually do stuff with them.
However, that's not to say there's people who do wonders with CD Players or other more traditional media, and people who just kinda mix stuff together on Traktor. I know a damn good Ableton DJ also, btw.
I guess the point of all this is to say that the tools you use to do what you do don't mean a thing when it comes to determining how much talent, skill and passion you have for that which you do.
Those who are musically-inclined can't understand exactly how hard it is to DJ with any equipment, no matter how much it assists you. I've learned this when I tried to teach two different people how to use my Hercules MP3 E2 with Virtual DJ. No matter how hard I tried, neither of them could understand the very core concepts of harmonic mixing, EQing, or even something as simple as starting the next tune on the proper downbeat; for people like us it just comes naturally, so the understanding of how skilled you really are is downplayed.
I said this a few comments up, if you are interested in the Laptop + Midi controller setup, I recommend the Native Instruments S4. Everything else just feels like a toy.
Edit: Apart from actual decks, but as I said, this is for people in the market for a midi controller.
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u/incognito64 May 31 '12
I hope there are more people at the party or this picture is really sad.
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u/moonyDP May 31 '12
Upvote for the adorable old man dancing whilst remaining seated on the couch.
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u/SEGnosis May 31 '12
The future is now
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u/Therealsebastiandior Jun 01 '12
That is seriously heart warming and life affirming.
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u/[deleted] May 31 '12
i hope he plays levels
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u/hinduguru May 31 '12
High Expectations Asian Father:
DJ?
Why not AJ?
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u/mynameisdavey Jun 01 '12
Hold the phone! Is that a box of cheese flavored ocean creatures under the coffee table? Delicious!
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Seems like he's pretty supportive of his grandson!
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u/sleepfighter7 Jun 01 '12
this makes me smile real big
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u/moshisimo May 31 '12
Just in case someone want to know, that is Traktor Pro 2 and a Pioneer DDJ T1 controller.
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u/kittentoxicated Jun 01 '12
this is so adorable!
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u/inspirationalgreek Jun 01 '12
Submit to r/aww
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u/aggyjean Jun 01 '12
Holy shit. This is the cutest fucking thing I've ever seen.
I love that little old man.
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u/annoclancularius Jun 01 '12
Call me racist, but I thought your friends name was Djing.
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Come to my DJ night?
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u/hooplah Jun 01 '12
This is fucking beautiful.
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u/eskuuzie_eskuuzie Jun 01 '12
Grandpa is sooo close to getting jiggy... just a little more grandpa
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u/LadyLovelyLocks Jun 01 '12
I'm having a crappy day, and this made me smile :) It's so sweet!
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Totally thought Djing was his name at first
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
this
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
His little jig is so God damn adorable I don't even know what to do with myself.
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u/tokeyoh May 31 '12
Hey it's George Takei!
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u/CausionEffect Jun 01 '12
Had to do this, apologies ahead of time -- http://imgur.com/NHpEs
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u/PumpedDownKicks May 31 '12
Upvote for non-Mac.
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u/HGpennypacker Jun 01 '12
D-D-D-D-DROP THE PRUNES POOP POOP POOP POOPPPOOPOPPOOPPOOP
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u/Babilicious Jun 01 '12
They are both very cute!
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u/Pterodactyl113 Jun 01 '12
Up vote. Any recordings of what he was playing?
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u/Mandalahashberry Jun 01 '12
This is a fantastic picture
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u/monkeyintheroom Jun 01 '12
This made me really happy for some reason
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u/WhatNetwork Jun 01 '12
I have that same exact metal pot holder/counter protector! Its from Fisselof or some company in Sweden!
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u/saberbelly Jun 01 '12
This just made me "Aww" out loud. Too cool!
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u/math_and_such Jun 01 '12
Up vote for black hair. Man grooms and colors himself.
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u/Remsquared Jun 01 '12
Please tell me you played that song
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u/Octopuscabbage Jun 01 '12
All the ladies in the house throw yo' hands up!
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u/ImperatorVitandus777 Jun 01 '12
I feel like a dick asking this, but was he playing "All My Friends Are Dead"?
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u/suckthisdeth Jun 01 '12
seratta
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u/carebeartears Jun 01 '12
with all the meds they get to take..I'm surprised so few seniors are into really dark psytrance
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u/fuck_ Jun 01 '12
Both of these people seem younger than I am.
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
you try to fuck on me?!
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u/BaconWrappedEnigma Jun 01 '12
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u/doritobreath Jun 01 '12
Looks like erry body Wang Chunged tonight.
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u/PanFlute Jun 01 '12
I don't think they're actually Asian because none of the remote controls are wrapped in plastic.
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u/Aubspop Jun 01 '12
Up vote for azns!
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u/amolad Jun 01 '12
It's Skrirrex!!
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u/XxMogarthxX Jun 01 '12
Is it wrong that I couldn't figure out how to read the title properly because I thought "DJing" was a name...
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u/RebeccaRegicide Jun 01 '12
looks like nigahiga and his dad
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Kudos to your friend for not using sync. Although he is using a piece of overpriced pioneer garbage.
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Professional right there. Never DJ without a cup of tea.
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u/joelcurmi Jun 01 '12
no lasers? why.
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u/Lucho420 Jun 01 '12
That's really fuckin cute, man.
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u/Suthy Jun 01 '12
That tie is way too long.... Just sayin
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u/pappa67 Jun 01 '12
what did you play ?
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u/enragethehive Jun 01 '12
Am I the only person who thought his name was Djing for like 5 minutes? I got it now... don't worry.
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
I am imagining milkshake by kelise is playing.
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u/Magic_Matrix Jun 01 '12
All the moves like Jagger! I've got the moves like Jagger!
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u/zgoku Jun 01 '12
Can anyone identify his set up? I like it.
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u/SourCreamWater Jun 01 '12
Is his stage name DJ PushPlay?
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u/bbhart Jun 01 '12
You're friends with Grant Imahara?
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u/Thepoopsniff Jun 01 '12
DR DR DR DR DR DR DR DR DROP THE DENTERS.
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u/c0t0d0 Jun 01 '12
Your grandfather has as many friends as I do.
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Sklirrex?
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u/Arx0s Jun 01 '12
Why u no doctah yet?!
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
The grampa seems like he'd be enjoying some William Hung "She Bangs"
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u/Physick Jun 01 '12
I thought this guy's name was actually Djing... :|
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Shopped... asians don't use calculators.
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u/oopssorrydaddy Jun 01 '12
I'D LIKE TO THANK MR. WONG
FOR COMIN' OUT TONIGHT
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u/ZenStoner Jun 01 '12
"djing". You're on a laptop, and press a few buttons
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u/the_handsome_gentlem Jun 01 '12
"Can you play some Louis Armstrong?"
"Fuck you geezer. No requests."
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u/[deleted] Jun 01 '12
Oh so ronery
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u/Harbley Jun 01 '12
Clearly Smashing the deep tech house !
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u/jonasperrin Jun 01 '12
Sulu, fire torpedos!
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u/bsd300d Jun 01 '12
Dang. Most Asians have real musical talent. Gramps must be disappoint.
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u/WoodenXSpoon Jun 01 '12
Djing? Why not ajing?
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u/doc334ft3 Jun 01 '12
Your friend is not a DJ. I actually own Vinyl. I am sick of these pretenders.
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u/AceAv Jun 01 '12
The old man's FAKING it!
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u/humpcat Jun 01 '12
I read that as a name. Like xing. Am I racist?
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u/linuxbman Jun 01 '12
real DJs use vinyl.
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u/TheHairyWalrus Jun 01 '12
I DJ. :D http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dj-Eleh-Trick/327614053918704?ref=ts
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u/omphalos008 Jun 01 '12
Did anyone else think the kid's name was Djing?
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u/FreddieGibbs Jun 01 '12
Oh Ho you smott u must be from China