Equipment
Details of some of the equipment Derek uses
In order to give his clients the best, Derek uses the Best!
If you find the equipment a DJ uses important, or if you’re just interested, this page is for you.
DJ Derek has worked in this business for over twenty five years. In that time he has found that in order to give an audience the best, he needs to have the best. For that reason, he use the finest equipment. In every case the equipment Derek uses is not only “Professional Grade,” it is also from the very best manufacturers in the industry. Derek is proud of every piece of equipment he uses. Here is a list of some of that equipment.
Emulator
Emulator is the world’s first and only transparent touch sensitive DJ screen. It is a 42 inch SEE THROUGH DJ screen. It controls the Volume, Play, Cue and many more DJ functions. There are less than 30 in the USA and Derek is proud to offer one to his clients.
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Speakers – Bose 802III
Derek have 16 of these amazing speakers, however just 4 are enough for most venues. When Bose released the 802 model they set the standard for professional loud speakers for years to come. Bose is a company known for quality, and these were their flagship professional loudspeakers.
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Speakers – Bose L1 Pro32
The L1 Pro32 combined with Bose Sub2 is the most advanced Bose L1 portable line array ever. It delivers the supreme clarity and output of a 32-driver articulated line array and 180-degree horizontal sound coverage. it is an unrivaled portable PA system for medium-to-large-sized venues.
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Powered Speakers
The QSC K Series is quite simply the standard in lightweight powered loudspeaker systems. I use K10s and K8s with extensive digital signal processing and unparalleled performance. To providing levels of sonic clarity and total output that defy the system’s size and weight.
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Amplifiers
The PLX range give studio quality sound in live performance. Using power-wave technology to produce bigger bass and cleaner highs. The PLX3602 is Derek’s “Go To” amplifier with plenty of power (3600watts). Derek also has a PLX3002 (3000watts) and a PLX2402 (2400watts)
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Conditioners and EQ’s
Probably something most DJ’s never think of, but something sound engineers would not work without. Conditioners, Digital Controllers and Equalizer’s all add to the quality of the sound output. DJ Derek uses products from Bose, Beringher and Furman to enhance his sound system.
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DJ Controller
There are many elements involved in audio production and DJing. You must back up talent with the right equipment. In any pro audio setting, one of the most important ingredients to success is a great controller. With Denon and Bose Products Derek has the right equipment for every job.
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DJ Software
Derek uses TRAKTOR PRO 4, which is the industry-leading DJ software. Four decks and a stunning range of creative features for professional DJs. TRAKTOR PRO 4 is also the control interface used to control the Emulator DJ Screen.
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Alienware Computers
The most important feature of a DJ’s computer is its reliability. It MUST NOT crash. There is nothing worse than a notebook freezing in the middle of a party. DJ Derek deals with this in two ways. He only use the best Alienware notebooks and, always have a back-up notebook turned on, Plugged in, ready to go.
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Microphones
The Shure range of microphones are the choice of top professionals the world over. They are legendary for stage work, and superior sound. A microphone is a DJ’s way of communicating, so it has to be the best and Shure are the best. Derek uses Shure QLXD Professional digital wireless systems for ceremonies and speeches.
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Soundcards
When using a computer to play music, a Professional Sound Card is vital. The typical “consumer-grade” computer soundcard is intended for casual home use, not Audio Professionals. The National Instruments “Komplete Audio 6” premium-quality, Professional Sound Card is perfect for DJ Use.
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Lighting
Atmosphere is everything when it comes to a party. As a professional DJ Derek knows that. Dancefloor lighting creates movement, color and excitement to help keep the dancefloor jumping. For that reason he include dancefloor lighting with Wedding Party packages.
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