Computer DJ

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A Computer DJ is defined as a DJ who uses a computer or laptop to play digital music usually .wav or .mp3 encoded audio files to a public crowd.

As well as a laptop or computer, MIDI controllers are also used to provide a more tactile, and useful interface for control of DJ Software by providing physical controls similar to those of record decks or CDJs and DJ mixers. External Hard Disk Drives and Audio Interfaces (Sound Cards) are also commonly utilised. By using a sound card with multiple stereo outputs, or two sound cards, a Computer DJ can use a conventional DJ mixer by routing one software deck out of one sound card into one channel of the mixer, and likewise for the other deck.

Most DJ Software allows the integration and manipulation external audio inputs, and this has encouraged many DJs who have previously only used Vinyl or CDs to integrate a laptop into their setup.

Computerized Performance System - a CPS can be programmed to manipulate audio and/or video, symbols, perform complex and repetitive mixing procedures quickly, precisely and reliably for recorded or live performance. CPS systems don't jump like traditional Compact discs.

Computer DJ History - First person to Mobile DJ with the use of a computer in a Public Setting:

MICHAEL J FLORES or DJMIKEYFLO -Mike71flores or DJMIKEYFLO was the first DJ to publicly DJ using MP3's. He is considered the first computer DJ to play in a public event without using tape, vinyl records, or CD players.

The event took place in September of 1999 using 2 computers 2 USB portable Hard Drives, Peavy Mixer, and Peavy Amp and 2 15inch Yamaha speakers. The location took place in SWEENY, TX during an annual family reunion with 200 people present, video footage, as well as pictures were taken.

In 1999 he as able to use WINAMP as an MP3 player and mix between two 486 clone computers.

Mike worked at a startup Internet Provider in 1993-1995 in Houston, Tx as a network systems engineer as well as sales and support. He was involved in setting up the first shopping mall on the internet by GULF GATE MALL.

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Some notable DJ Software:

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