Guides
Straight-talking buying guides and how-tos for the booth, the studio, and the crate.
DJ Gear · 6 min
Best Fog Machines for DJs & Mobile DJs (2026)
How to pick a fog machine for DJ gigs, weddings, and clubs — wattage, output, DMX, and fluid — plus the setups we would run.
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DJ Lighting 101: Par Cans, Moving Heads & Uplighting
A plain-English guide to DJ lighting — par cans, moving heads, uplighting, and DMX. What to buy for your first gig and how to control it.
Read guideVinyl · 5 min
How to Clean Vinyl Records (the Right Way)
A simple, safe routine for cleaning vinyl records — what to use, what to avoid, and the kit that does it. Keep your collection crackle-free.
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Best DJ Slipmats: Felt vs. Acrylic (and How to Choose)
Felt slipmats vs. acrylic turntable mats — what each does, who they are for, and how to pick. Plus custom-print slipmats from thewav.
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