How To Add Samples To Rekordbox

Rode NT1A — In today's question, our reader asks how he tin add his own DJ drops or idents using a mic, forth with sound effect samples.

Digital DJ Tips reader Richard asks, "After bedroom DJing for too long I've decided I need a bigger outlet for my creativity. My daily responsibilities don't give me much time to get a club booking, but I can spare a few hours a month to record a mix. I'd similar to post a regular trance radio testify on Mixcloud to see if that gets whatever traction. I accept all of the gear needed except for a microphone, and I'm going to need some jingles/idents, forth with advice on producing a quality recording."

"How can I add processing to make the recording sound professional? Can you lot propose whatsoever cost constructive (read: free or practically costless) places where I could get some simple voiceovers to assemble with samples and loops to make myself some idents? Also, what is a suitable microphone for recording a few links that I can plug into my Pioneer DDJ-SX/Serato set up? I saw a Behringer mic with good reviews merely I noticed the mixer needs 'phantom power' which I'm unfamiliar with."

Digital DJ Tips Says:

The first big conclusion you lot'll make when choosing a microphone is between dynamic or condenser. Dynamic mics concur up well in a alive environment, while condensers are preferred for recording vocals considering they're more sensitive and tin pick upwards depression level sound. However, condensers require phantom power, which is DC voltage sent through a microphone cable to power a microphone or associated device, typically at +48V. If your mixer doesn't have phantom power bachelor (similar the DDJ-SX) y'all'll need an adapter to power it.

Depending on your budget, mics like the Rode NT1A (pictured above), Sound-Technica AT2035, or even the classic Shure SM58 are proficient choices, though there are loads more to cull from. For accessories, pick upwardly an cheap mic stand, a pop filter to reduce plosive consonants (your p's and t'southward), and possibly a shock mount for expert measure.

You'll likely want to record your voice alee of fourth dimension with your mixer using a free DAW (Digital Audio Workstation) like Audacity. Through at that place you can add processing such as reverb and EQ. This volition give your recording some depth and sense of space, and most chiefly keep yous from sounding flat.

If you don't desire to record your own voice, there are affordable services similar Fiverr or Music Radio Artistic that can accomplish this for you lot. To add something extra to your recording, utilize sites similar Soundsnap or Freesound.org for royalty costless FX, loops, and samples.

You can also look at your own collection for bits of sound to extract and turn into something cool. Our Make Your Own Sample Sets course shows y'all how to practise this. Once y'all take your jingles, idents, and samples imported into your DJ software, you can drop them into your mix while you DJ.

What gear would you recommend for recording voiceovers in a DJ mix? Any go-to sites for free jingles, idents, and samples? How do you procedure your recordings to brand them sound professional person? Let us know your tips in the comments!