Learnings, Insights and Tips on Speakers, Subs and DJing
Speaker guides for DJs, producers, and home listeners who want practical advice on wattage, loudness, room size, vintage speakers, powered speakers, subwoofers, and real-world sound setup decisions.
Disclosure: Some product links in this guide may be affiliate links. If you buy through them, Starting to DJ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend gear that makes sense for the topic, not just whatever pays the most. For the past 12 years, I’ve been doing audio … Read more
Disclosure: Some product links in this guide may be affiliate links. If you buy through them, Starting to DJ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend gear that makes sense for the topic, not just whatever pays the most. I have never much cared for most elements of … Read more
If you’re about to choose between the JBL PRX and SRX series, you probably know for which purpose you will use it. You’ll see good feedback on the SRX 800 series on the internet, but you won’t find much on the PRX 800 series. Even though the SRX sounds very noticeably better, and the SRX … Read more
The first AV device that comes to mind as a summer leisure companion is a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that can be taken outdoors for active leisure activities. In late July, when I was conducting research for this article, the area I live in was in the middle of summer, and I couldn’t stand the heat … Read more
Bose Soundbar 900 is certainly one of the world’s best soundbars. It has been tested and shown to deliver outstanding sound quality, and functionality and carry many features at an affordable price. Customers who purchase this Bose product frequently ask how many speakers can be connected to the Soundbar 900 because they want to improve … Read more
Bluetooth speakers from Sony and JBL are usually considered the most popular. These two manufacturers offer a wide variety of portable models for home, party, and outdoor use. A few months ago, I faced the dilemma of choosing between these two. I researched just about anything you can find online and eventually learned what I … Read more
During the years, there was a ton of discussion on whether speaker break-in is a myth or actually does happen. Some companies suggest that it is one of the first tasks to be done when you buy a new speaker for your home. Some also advise running the speakers for 24 straight hours to break … Read more
Love them or hate them, Bose speakers are a phenomenon whether they are more impactful culturally or in audio terms. You can hear lots of negative words about Bose, speaking mostly about their build quality and technical aspects. Some will say that they made worthy speakers in the early days of Bose, but since then, … Read more
DJs, amazing bands, and the emotional music they play will only turn into a wonderful sound experience for you with the help of correspondingly high-quality speakers. A fantastic sound experience through high-quality speakers makes the difference between moderate-quality and high-quality entertainment. I’m sure you’ll agree with me on that from your experience. With few exceptions, … Read more
Humans are very similar in nature, and even though someone might need a speaker for the home and someone a speaker for a party, we similarly perceive loudness. In speakers, wattage rating only means the maximum wattage the speakers can handle without damage to passives. It does not by itself imply how loud it’s going … Read more