1. Overloading Your First Setup
The Mistake:
You walk into the DJ store (or scroll online) and think, “I need ALL the gear!” Next thing you know, you’ve spent half your rent on a shiny mixer with buttons you don’t even know how to use.
Why It Happens:
It’s easy to believe that more gear = better DJ. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t.
How to Avoid It:
Start small. A simple DJ controller and a decent pair of headphones are all you need to get started. Trust me, that $3,000 mixer won’t teach you how to beatmatch any faster. Learn the basics, then upgrade when you actually know what you need.
Pro Tip: Spend your extra cash on music instead of gear. Nobody cares how fancy your controller is if your playlist is all elevator music.
