Pro Mobile - The Magazine for Mobile DJs

ISSUE: 126(JUL/AUG 2024)

The Jul/Aug 2024 edition of Pro Mobile is packed with the usual mix of articles, news, views and reviews all linked to the wonderful world of mobile DJing.

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Pete Holding, Pro Mobile Editor

IN THIS ISSUE

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We’ve had a busy couple of months with a lot of travel. At the end of April Steve and I attended Midwest DJs Live in Milwaukee, and in May we attended IMEX in Frankfurt – a show that brings cities and venues together at a huge expo. Both of these trips were vital for planning the future of Pro Mobile and Photobooth Expo events.

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PROFILE: Marcos Aranibar

My name is Marcos Aranibar, the owner and founder of Flamingo Boss and Silent Disco Events. This is the story of how I became a DJ, a multi-op and a silent disco business owner. I don’t often get the chance to look back and think, "How the hell did I get here?" So, a big shout-out to Pro Mobile for asking me to do this piece. And thank you to anyone who takes time out of their day to read it.

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MIDWEST DJs Live Report

Midwest DJs Live started in January 2008 as a one-off get-together in Milwaukee called Practice and NJoy, in the back of Buckets Pub in Racine, Wisconsin. At the very first mini-workshop some 30 DJs came to meet and greet, to try their hand at mixing on a variety of different setups, and to network. Ideas were swapped, tricks were shown, and it was agreed that a similar event should be attempted the following year, still in the Midwest.

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COMPOUND MARKETING FOR DJS

How do you create steady and consistent growth in your wedding DJ business? How do you ensure that the time and money you invest in marketing yields a positive return on investment? If you find yourself asking these questions, you’ll want to read on, because this is where something called ‘compound marketing’ comes in.

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MASTERING THE MIX

A question I often come across when talking to mobile DJs or browsing Facebook groups is that as party DJs, do we really need to mix? Looking back on my time as a DJ, I know I can wholeheartedly answer this with a big fat no.

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DIALOGUE WITH... Allan Turner-Ward

Allan Turner-Ward is a DJ who captivated the nation as a semi-finalist on Britain’s Got Talent in 2014. His unique style and personality led to multiple appearances on arguably Britain’s biggest ever Saturday night entertainment programme as well as its sister programme, Britain’s Got More Talent.

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Ready to go wireless?

During the last few years wireless audio technology has emerged as a game-changer, offering performers unprecedented freedom and flexibility. By eliminating the constraints of traditional wired setups, wireless audio systems allow us more flexibility than wired solutions, reducing the clutter and hazards associated with cables, but also ensuring reliable and clear sound transmission – crucial for delivering an exceptional performance.

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Why web accessibility is a marketing essential, not a nice to have

I've covered web accessibility – meaning the actions we take to make our websites and apps easy for disabled people to use – in previous editions of Pro Mobile. In my view, it’s essential to the success of any effective website. In my day job I recently helped run some user-research sessions with visually impaired people and
people with learning disabilities.

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Mastermix in conversation with... BEN LIEBRAND

With a DJ and music production career spanning over four decades, Ben Liebrand has mixed, remixed and reworked over 800 titles. He was amongst the first to construct and broadcast multiple-artist mega-mixes, notably with extreme running times and attention to detail. Equally, since 1983 his annual Grandmixes have been heralded as true moments in dance music history, with his work influencing and kick-starting the careers of many notable contemporary DJs.

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The Importance of following up!

If you're like most pros in the wedding and event business, you understand the importance of following up with leads. Yet, despite knowing how crucial it is, many still fall short. As a professional DJ, mastering the art of follow-up can significantly boost your bookings and ultimately, your success.

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SYNC - Gamechanger or get-out?

The use of the sync button has been a topic of repeated debate within the DJing community since the moment it first appeared on a controller. Traditionalists argue that manual beatmatching is a fundamental skill that defines a DJ’s artistry and technical prowess, believing that reliance on the sync button diminishes the craft and authenticity of DJing.

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REVIEWED

REVIEWED: ELECTRO-VOICE EVERSE 12

REVIEWED: MIXO

REVIEWED: APE LABS MINI AND MINI TUBE KIT

REVIEWED: ELECTRO-VOICE ZLX-12P-G2 AND EKX-18SP

REVIEWED: CHAUVET DJ 4BAR HEX ILS

REVIEWED: CHAUVET DJ SHOCKER PANEL FX

CONTRIBUTORS

Alan Berg, Eddie Short, Greg Cartwright, Jack Quenby, Jon Colley, Josh Tarzi, Marcus Bond, Mike Garrett, Mitch Taylor, Paul Dakeyne, Peter Holding, Steven Honeyball and Teejai Hayter.

ADVERTISERS

DJ Kit, PBX London, PBX Europe, Mastermix, Mobile DJ Network (MDJN), Mobile Entertainment Expo 2025, Sparkular.UK, Novopro, Bop DJ, AVS Ltd (ADJ), RCF, Nicolaudie, Pioneer DJ (AlphaTheta), Yamaha, CHAUVET DJ, Phase One DJ Store, Lotronic (AFX Light), LSA Projects (Apelabs UK), FBT Audio UK, DJ Event Planner, Omega Pro Audio, The DJ Show, Sing2Karaoke, PLASA/BPM, I Like Music, JHS, ElectroVoice, Bill Hermann

SHOPS:
CRS1, DJ Kit, Phase One DJ Store, Bop DJ (Leeds), Bop DJ (Manchester), Bop DJ (Bristol), Simply Sound & Lighting, DY Pro Audio LTD, TechforMusic, Inspiration Sound & Light, Glasgow Sound Centre, DJ Supplies Sound and Light, RSD Music, Prebeat Hartlepool, Weestend DJ (Central London), Westend DJ (North Circular)