Haidak

  According to European-based DJ Haidak, one of the most exciting things about being in his line of work is that he gets to experiment with sound as much as he wants. When he gets to discover some unique sounds, he includes them in his repertoire.  Image source: forbes.com For this blog, Haidak shares with young DJs some fascinating tips and helpful advice on how to mix sounds and hopefully find a few that are worth sharing with the world. Combine tracks : While this may require a bit of knowledge in the basics of music such as keys, rhythm, and tempo, Haidak assures young DJs that a combination of tracks from different songs may yield pleasantly surprising results. At the very least, doing so provides hours of fun for most DJs. Consider the 'feel' : Sounds carry with them emotions all their own. Matching and combining sounds based on the "feelings" they have may open entirely new worlds when mixing. Haidak mentions that it's the same for people. Some ...

  According to European-based DJ Haidak, the world of DJs everywhere has been turned upside down by the global health crisis. Because of the coronavirus, live gigs almost everywhere have been canceled. However, just like most industries, the DJ and music industries have turned to an unconventional way to reach the masses – live streaming.  Image source: youtube.com While live streaming may take a lot of getting used to for both DJs and their fans, it has become a relatively successful avenue to share both music and music appreciation. It has even become a surprising way to raise funding for numerous causes. Of course, live streaming could not be any more different from gigs in venues and bars, but it has its features that make for an enjoyable experience, nonetheless. For example, when a live stream event takes place, fans can chat with each other in real time. Fans can even interact with DJs, which they could never do in today’s world, where social distancing and safe...

With electronic music dominating charts in the recent years, many individuals aspire to become touring DJs and electronic music producers. It takes talent, time, effort, and dedication to produce songs that people love to hear and dance to. DJ-producer Haidak shares what he knows about producing electronic music.  Image source: music.sfsu.edu Image source: globaldjsguide.com    Before getting into any specifics and a few purchases, it’s best to first listen to and learn about different electronic music artists. Finding the sound that interests one the most is the first step to defining their desired sound. Choose an electronic music genre to produce. It could be house, dubstep, ambient, trap, or a totally new sound. Acquire basic music production equipment which includes a laptop or a PC, digital audio workstation, musical instrument digital interface (keyboard or grid controller, digital audio mixer, headphones, and microphone). Build knowledge by watching to t...

A huge chunk of the work of a music producer is done with the help of a powerful computer. Nowadays, the minimum requirement for a computer used for music production includes a Core i7 processor, 8GB RAM, and storage larger than 500GB. DJ-producer Haidak shares in this post the five best computers for the gig.  Image source: digitaltrends.com Image source: apple.com Number one on the list is the Dell XPS 8930 . It packs a punch with its Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050Ti 4GB graphics, 32GB RAM, and storage of 512GB SSD and 2TB HDD. Dell released units over the past couple of years to challenge the strength of the iMac and MacBook Pro. Next on the list is the 27-inch Apple iMac. With a Core i5 CPU, AMD Radeon Pro 570X for graphics, 16GB RAM for memory, and 256GB SSD for storage, the iMac is still one of the best computers for music production. Making it to the third spot is the HP ENVY 750 . According to DJ Haidak, the winning setup includes i7 CPU, NVIDIA GeForc...

Professional music production is an intricate art that not many people can understand and appreciate, especially without a pair of quality headphones. Full time DJ-producer Haidak says a pair of quality headphones or in-ear monitors make all the difference in music production and on deck. Plus, it enhances a person’s listening experience. Image source: blog.udemy.com Image source: adorama.com The AmazonBasics Over-Ear Studio Monitoring Headphones are on the cheaper end of the spectrum, yet delivers good sound quality enough to make one feel like a pro music producer. This entry-level pair is perfect for music producers who like to use their headphones in their daily commute. The KRK KNS 6400 is slightly more expensive than AmazonBasics’ headphones, but have better low end that allows for better mixing. Over-the-ear headphones could feel too cramped; this pair has great audio imaging and sound stage. The Audio Technica ATH-M50x offers great sound quality for a ...

Image source: djtechtools.com Image source: djtechtools.com A lot of people believe that a DJ’s work only revolves around creating music and performing in front of an audience. If you ask a professional DJ whose only source of livelihood is playing gigs, you’ll be surprised to know how much non-music related skills are necessary to thrive in the business. DJ Haidak claims that besides the mixing skills and performing, a DJ should also have a knack for networking and promotions. Like most jobs, networking is integral to the career of any DJ, especially those who are just starting out. Networking means getting to know your field, as well as the people in the industry. By creating connections, you can put your name in other people’s minds. Through networking, you could possibly land a gig, make collaborations, or even learn from a more experienced DJ. Similar to networking, promotion is everything you can and have to do to sell yourself to your network and your ...

Haidak believes that sound engineers are often unsung heroes in the music and film industry. But they should not be. Sound engineers play a key role in the production of music as they work their magic behind the spotlight. Image source: quertime.com Image source: saintlouiscollege.eu Most sound engineers do not have a regular job like office employees. Sound engineers work with musicians, performers, filmmakers, and many others. One of the biggest perks about their job, once they establish themselves, is that the pay is pretty good. Sound engineers do anything from audio delivering, which is the filing and downloading of sound recordings, to dialogue recording and editing, music recording and edition, and sound effects creation, among other tasks. To make it in sound engineering, a person must work hard and have patience. A lot of a sound engineer’s tasks need these two components. Working hard when editing goes hand-in-hand with being patient. Also, many es...