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also... ive been using the nike site to map runs... but ive come to like mapmyrun.com better since the elevation information is fun to look at. are there any similar sites i should try? yee.

April 19, 2012

anyone have suggestions on a running waist pack thing? when i run i always bring my keys, atm card, handkerchief, and ipod nano. sometimes i bring my phone (iphone 4). the limiting factor is pockets. i usually run in drifit shorts/tee, and a drifit vapor jacket. at night the jacket is cool because it blocks the wind, and it has 3 pockets that zip up and hold those things i bring. most of my running shorts dont even have pockets. but in the warmer seasons im not trying to run in a jacket. so how do i keep my stuff with me?

on a tangent.

what do you guys listen to while you run? i made a mix that has been my running soundtrack for a bit. i tried to zone in on tempos that work for me while running. you can peep/dl it free here: http://www.mixcrate.com/mix/122606/DJ-BRIGIDOPE-M2S2-MUSIC2STRIP2

but what works for you guys?

February 20, 2012

i made a mix: http://www.mixcrate.com/mix/122606/DJ-BRIGIDOPE-M2S2-MUSIC2STRIP2/

http://www.djbrigidope.com/blog/?p=140

November 15, 2011

so uh, does anyone here play out on the regular? bento i see you doing your thing in japan. big ups.

anyone else? if there are enough real working djs on sufu, we should coordinate some kinda gig search. or at least so we can check each other out when we travel. i currently have 2 residencies and an internet radio show in the bay area.

dj math: brigidope | AZC

radio show: thursdays 3-5pm PST http://www.alldayplay.fm/azcradio (#note: we talk madd schitt. headphones at work status)

Hotline: tuesdays Otis in SF rnb/soul sets up at: mixcrate.com/hotlinesf

Stereo Sessions: Radio Bar Oakland 2nd Fri i play everything.

site: djbrigidope.com

site 2 electric boogaloo (and a work in progress): http://www.feelmygrooves.com/

twatme: @djbrigidope

September 30, 2011

I don't know, you didn't touch at all on the fact there's a lot of really good vinyl-only releases, especially if you plan to play electronic dance music.

actually, i did mention that some of the music he listened to might not be on vinyl. it's the same thing just in reverse.

for people debating what to use to mix, both djs and decks will allow you to beat match. there is a fair amount of tactile/technical difference in mixing on them that would make me say; if you never intend to mix on turntables, because you don't like how they feel or whatever, you shouldn't have to invest in turntables (or learn how to mix on them) just because some of the music you want to play is on vinyl. if it really matters, you can buy cdjs and have a turntable for ripping wax.

the same goes for reverse, you shouldn't have to buy cdjs/learn to mix on them if you never intend to use them out. i mix primarily on wax/serato. but i had to learn cdjs just because of some gigs where the spots only had cdjs.

but the experience of mixing on cdjs was so different from mixing on wax that i say, for people just learning, find one you like and stick with it till yer tight. don't let the little nuances make you 2nd guess yourself. where there is a will there is a way.

once you learn to mix, you'll get the concepts and mac guyvering through a gig on something foreign: cdjs/decks/vci100/s4 wont be that bad.

this day in age, there isn't anything on wax that you can't get digitally. there are a lot of djs who play strictly braeks, raer groove, soul... on cdjs. and all that comes from strictly wax. from a historical context, it's a bit odd... for lack of a better term, "not keeping it as real", but that's a bunch of bull shit. rocking is rocking is rocking. rock on a numark ipod mixer if you want. as long as you are happy and the crowd is happy, your job is done.

September 30, 2011

Would the Pioneer CDJ 200's be fine to start? Thanks for the reply btw!

ive messed with those once. they get the job done. but imo, you might end up out growing those quick. if you are leaning towards those, check craigslist to see what kind of resale market, if any, there is for those. that will let you know how much you might be able to get for them if you wanna upgrade.

good luck!

September 29, 2011

I had this same question but was wondering if learning with CDJ's are worth it? If so are there any beginner set-ups worth looking for? I'm into the trance/progressive/electro scene too if that makes any difference.

i think it's just up to what format you feel most comfortable with. there is a distinct difference in tactile experience. but vinyl vs cdjs... they do the same thing. if you wanted to learn to scratch though, i might suggest vinyl. other than that, it's just preference as far as mixing goes. especially with the electronic stuff, you can do some things on cdjs that house djs do that you can't really do on straight wax. additionally, the music you are into may not be on vinyl format. if you are looking to incorporate a digital system on top of decks/cdjs, then the setup that feels most comfortable for you would be the best bet.

if you have a guitar center around you should play around till they get tired of you and decide which feels the most fun.

September 28, 2011

I want to teach myself how to DJ. What sort of mixer is a good one to start with for a beginner? Also, what sort of program is best to start with for beginners-- Ableton??

you could prolly roll with just about any mixer. as long as it has two channels and a headphone jack, you'll be able to learn most of what you need.

that said, i have a special spot in my heart for every incarnation of the vestax 05. you can usually find em for a decent price. if they got an old school alps fader that doesn't bleed, that's cuttin butter right there. despite disparity in the EQ area, it's a good mixer that's hard to grow out of.

i wish i still had mine. but darn it the voices in my head needed drugs.

program?

i'd say hold off a bit, figure out what you wanna do first. traktor is fresh as fuck, but if you thinking about gigging or seshing with your homies, serato is ubiquitous as fuck, and using what other people have is super beneficial from a homey support perspective.

September 27, 2011

@crucial the technics sl 1200s are the standard joints. sl1210s have a 0 pitch button. then there are the 1210 mk5 & mk5g, those are the fancy joints. i'd just cop any of those models that i could afford. technics sl1200/1210 = win

September 27, 2011

those nikon joints look interesting, but i don't know if the nikon processing and speed outweigh the fact that it has a smaller sensor than micro 4/3, sony nex, and those samsung joints... unless you don't care about low light pictures.

September 27, 2011

@crucialkc i would really suggest starting with technics turntables. you can get a cheap mixer at first, but ive taught a bunch of people, a number of which had substandard decks at home. and the learning curve of learning to beat match on techs vs "others" is redic crazy. djing is half listening half touching and half crowd reading (when you are doing all 3 at a gig, it's for sure a %150 effort)

(the only other decks i would approve of learning on are vestaxes, but they themselves feel different from techs, and if you practice on vestaxes at home but gig on techs, it might throw you off at first)

you can get techs off craigslist relatively cheap, they are built like tanks, and they hold their resale value so you can almost make your money back if you take care of them but wanna ditch them later on.

buying used, bring someone who can check em out with you. to make sure they are cool. if there isn't any one that can go with you, here are some pointers:

-listen to each deck with headphones. make sure you can hear both channels in the headphones. pan channels on the mixer to make sure. this is because should you choose to move on to a digital dj system, having both channels is essential. having to fix decks are a pain in the butt crack.

-turn the platter on with a record (make sure it's not a warped record) on it and move the record back and forth on the spinning platter. the platter should feel solid. not wobble. and the record should seem to pick up from letting go fairly easy.

- there is a diagram of the platter dots next to the power switch. assuming the power led works, this diagram will indicate if the pitch faders are calibrated/on point. when the pitch fader is at one of the noted rpms, the corresponding dot should appear to stay in place. now, pitch faders get out of whack. its possible you come across some that are a little off at about +6 & -6 ask dude about this. maybe you just have to calibrate yourself (isn't that difficult) maybe dude will lower the price. but the main thing is you want to make sure the pitch faders don't wander.

-when in doubt, ask, if however is selling em is on the up n up, they should be able to answer all your questions. if dude is a dick or shady, you don't have to give him your money.

mixers and all that, you can feel em out... in fact out growing mixers is kinda cool if you keep em as a timeline of progression/nostalgia. in hindsight i wish i kept all the booboo ass mixers i had. they are kinda cool to look at, and work in a pinch if you need to daisy chain ins/outs.

hope that helped!

September 23, 2011

does anyone know if this mixer has the same infinity cross fader as the 707 and le 909?

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and...

can you innofaderize it?

/yee.

September 16, 2011

@ohsnap sorry, hella don't remember. but

http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/sade/2011/oracle-arena-oakland-ca-7bd0de88.html

says 21 + encore. and it sounds pretty right. i missed the encore cuz i had to get my camera outta coat check. gf1 w 50mm nikon. woulda got some ill ass flicks from that show. but they decided that not allowing it was somehow justifiable despite erry mfer recording video for they youtube channels. *asshurt about that... still an awesome show tho.

August 29, 2011

saw sade last night. pshhhhhhh. killed. it. cereal. hoard. definitely one of the best concerts of my life. even the mellow loints like "your love is king" & "king of sorrow" were face melting. if you get a chance they are a definite recommendation. collared shirt. church shoes. bring a date. CLASSY.

August 15, 2011

this mix is a little more recent than the ones on my site. some bass heavy type rap isht. http://www.mixcrate.com/mix/6343/dj-brigidope-BTSA

August 15, 2011

ive got some older mixes on my website. workin on new ones. but maybe some of you will enjoy them. yee.

http://www.djbrigidope.com/blog/?page_id=5

August 13, 2011

@Spaces I hear you. Weed def makes you just wanna do "stuff"...whatever is fun... eating, video games, all the typical stoner cliches. but i also think, to avoid the consequences of indulgence, it's a matter of re defining what your taste is and developing better habits that will be good for you while lit.

handful of blue berries vs a handful of chips after a bowl of bubba kush... both are pretty awesome... one is better for you. that's just how i see it though. i recently dropped a bunch of weight and am not trying to gain it back because of my affinity for trees.

August 13, 2011

or, just keep hella fruit and nuts (fuckpause) on hand. or salad. having good stuff on hand definitely helps against going out and getting fried stuff. i know i can blow through a pack of oreos blazed, but if i got strawberries or almonds or something, i'll shoot for those before i tear through a blue and white package with a mug full of milk.

August 13, 2011

i think munchies just end up going away. obviously if there's food around, 'fuckers is gonna eat. but i find that i don't "need" to eat while lit. i think it just comes down to deciding, while lit, that you don't wanna eat hella crap. so i guess i find weed doesn't affect deciding what's "right" or "wrong" as some might imply. it's just you have to be used to weed enough that you can decisively pay attention to it's impulses or not.

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