Is DJing an expensive hobby?

It depends what you call expensive, and what you call a hobby. Here's what it actually costs to get started.

Small controller, same skills.

Compact controllers do exactly what the big ones do, they're just built for home. A Flex Four is $690, and a package with speakers and headphones is around $1,200.

Want to take it to a party?

The AN is AlphaTheta's new standalone. It runs off a USB stick or a laptop, so you can play at home and take it out. $2,490.

Already have old decks?

If you've been mixing for years and could earn from it, a controller at $2,500 and up opens up paid events without a bag of kit.

Start small. Upgrade when you've got a reason to.

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