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FAQs

How many beats in a bar?

4 … All music that is created to mix on turntables – for example, Hiphop, Old School, R&B, Reggae, Garage, Drum & Base is all 4/4 beat.

What does BPM mean?

Beats per minute.

Where can I get vinyl records?

Web-sites such as Hard To Find Records (www.htfr.com).

How do I get to play in pubs and clubs?

Create a demo and hand it to everyone.

I’ve set up my decks and there’s no sound – what shall I do?

Take them apart and set them back up again.

My needles are dirty – how do I clean them?

Use an old toothbrush to gently brush the bottom of the needle until the dust is removed.

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