With clubs, venues, and events starting to come back to life, things have been getting better this year; but let’s face it, your favorite DJ could still use all the love and support you have to give. With that in mind, here are a few gift ideas for the special spinner in your life.
Samsung 256GB USB 3.1 Gen 1 BAR Plus Flash Drive
From the earliest lo-fi rock platters of the Flintstones era, to compact discs in the 1980s and ’90s, to today’s portable drives, DJ media has certainly evolved over the years. The days of lugging vinyl around have given way to carrying a couple of little USB flash drives capable of holding more music that you can possibly play in one set. Reliability is key here, and the Samsung 256GB USB 3.1 Gen 1 BAR Plus Flash Drive is a tried-and-true performer with a rugged, yet elegant, metal design for extra protection when traveling. The chassis is small enough to carry in a pocket or attach to a key chain, but not so tiny that it easily disappears in a dark DJ booth. The BAR Plus offers transfer speeds of up to 400 MB/s, which is more than fast enough for DJing, and the USB Type-A 3.1 port is backward compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0 devices.
Uncaged Ergonomics Anti-Fatigue Mat
Anyone with a job that requires standing in one spot for hours on end could probably use some assistance, and the Uncaged Ergonomics Anti-Fatigue Mat can really alleviate some foot and leg pain. The mat covers a 34 x 20" area and features high-density PU materials and sturdy inner cushioning for support. Beveled edges help to prevent drag when stepping on and off.
Sennheiser HD25 Monitor Headphones
Sennheiser has long been a trusted name in headphones, and the brand’s HD 25 models are an excellent choice for DJs and producers, offering a comfortable, lightweight fit for long sessions in the club or the studio. These on-ear headphones offer closed-back earcups with thick cushions to help reduce unwanted background sound. The HD25 features an adjustable dual-headband design, which the HD25 PLUS upgrades with improved, smoother joints for an even more comfortable fit. Both models offer a rotatable earcup and a single-sided cable. The HD25 Light is better suited to outdoor gigs and uses a dual-cable design and a single, lighter headband with a non-rotating ear cup. All three provide accurate sound for monitoring with a wide frequency range that spans from 16 Hz sub-bass frequencies up to 22 kHz highs.
Denon DJ PRIME Go
Want to encourage your favorite bedroom DJ to take their skills out into the real world? The Denon DJ PRIME Go is a sturdy stand-alone two-deck DJ controller that’s small enough to put in a backpack—and with its 7" color touchscreen, it doesn’t require a laptop. This bad boy’s flexible Engine OS system likes to party with everyone and can read collections from iTunes, Serato DJ, Traktor, and rekordbox. Pull files from USB sticks, Wi-Fi, or the Ethernet port, and mix with professional-quality features including jog wheels, faders, a crossfader, pitch adjustment and time stretch, EQs, filters, and FX.
Roland SP-404MKII Creative Sampler and Effector
If your DJ friend is looking to enhance their live sets and studio work with high-performance sampling and effects, the Roland SP-404MKII Creative Sampler and Effector has been engineered to fill the bill. The unit offers vast sampling and looping capabilities along with USB, MIDI, and stereo ¼" inputs and outputs to interface with a wide range of gear. With a vivid OLED screen, 17 velocity-sensitive pads, extensive effects, fast sample editing, pattern sequencing, and a pre-loaded sound library with 144 samples and patterns, this feature-rich monster packs a lot of inspiring options into a small, 2.4 lb. portable chassis. Power is supplied via the included AC adapter, USB power, or six AA batteries.
Hopefully, one or more of these thoughtful gift ideas will be a perfect fit for your budget and that special DJ in your life. If you have any questions or thoughts on other great gifts, drop us a line in the Comments section, below.
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