You'll need to use pitch control extensively if you want to beat match your vinyl as quickly as possible - although it is possible to DJ without using pitch control, more complex beat matching tasks will require you to be comfortable with using your pitch control slider.

If you want to do anything with your records beyond putting the needle down at the start and playing the track right through to the end, then you need a direct drive turntable...

If you want to learn to DJ, you ll need to get the right DJ equipment, and learn basic DJ skills like mixing and beat matching. This DJ Guide will get you started on the right note...