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Hi this id what i just purchased for djing. HP 17.3" Laptop AMD Quad Core 8GBRAM,750GBDHD with BeatsAudio &4-YrAnti-Virus
. The apple was to expensive, and smaller. Im a beginner. Id this good enough? Will i have to replace it within a year?
 
Mensajes Sat 01 Sep 12 @ 5:15 am
it's probably fine , but give us some more info please.....

is this new ? and what is the actual HP model number?

if you are going to do video, then please tell us the graphics processing unit (gpu)

even if it's brand new, do yourself a favor and run the defragmenter , and uninstall anything you don't use

after that you will probably want to do some things that will optimize the laptop to play audio.....

what is the operating system?


is this it?


http://www.shopping.hp.com/en_US/home-office/-/products/Laptops/HP-Pavilion/A3G47AV?HP-Pavilion-dv7t-7000-Quad-Edition-Entertainment-Notebook-PC#pdpreviews

link to the wiki

http://www.virtualdj.com/wiki/Common%20PC%20Performance%20Issues.html

this is from the link above......

NOTE: Even if your computer is above the recommended requirements, it may not perform well until it has been optimised for demanding low latency audio applications such as VirtualDJ. This is because many laptops and computers are only designed and tested by the manufacturer with home and/or office users in mind, so they are not configured properly for demanding audio applications such as VirtualDJ. This guide will help you optimise your computer for VirtualDJ.


we used to make rookies print that out and staple it to there foreheads.....

but, it led to complaints, bed wetting and whining and such, so now we just give 'em the link ....
 
Beats audio sounds like marketing. I actually turn of any "sound enhancer" - I want to be able to hear exactly what is going on without anything added to the sound. Also, no matter what laptop - you need a simple or advanced sound interface in order to be able to listen to the next track on your headphone. Specs wise though, you are more then able to run VDJ - I use a much less technically advance laptop. Then there is optimisation, and the quality of USB or Firewire ports that makes or breaks the deal.
 
i tried to find reviews of beats audio and there are a few , but they are not really reviews by

audio magazines and expert golden ears kinda people ......

beats headphones are good , not great , and very overpriced in my opinion......

as an audio driver for windows , i don't know the quality (of beats audio), but there are a few audio drivers out there

nowadays that are meant for users with a 5.1 audio system/ home theatre, and i have heard some users here

say they are better than the windows default, which doesn't seem like a wild flight of imagination to me.....

so it's perfectly possible the beats audio could be good, i just don't know for a fact

an interface is what i call a soundcard ....it's just a micro mini mixer, and you need that to use headphones, yes

some soundcards are standalone ( meant for musicians, so they have xlr mic inputs with phantom power for singers,

and instrument inputs ,1/4 inch usually, for guitars , etc) and some are built into dj controllers (all-in-ones)



until this post , i haven't actually heard anyone even mention firewire in probably 2 or 3 years ....

i believe the latest usb is very fast and the capacity of the cpu is what determines the speed , so

you can't make the computer faster by adding a component that doesn't do the most basic primary processing, anymore

than a chain could be stronger than it's weakest link ......

it won't need to be replaced in a year unless you drop it , toss it around like a frisbee, etc


reminds me of mp3jRick's video he posted "Dell from Hell"......
 
I have a m-audio pro interface that i use in the studio for a soundcard. Is that what i need??
What about the dj software? Do I need to purchace "Virtual Dj" or something else?
My first piece of equiptment was the laptop, so I still have to purchace everything else. Please help me out. I have seen all sorts of stuff. Mixees, with the cd thing, regular turntables ect. I dont really know what they're called. I dont know what to get.

Here is the info for the laptop i bought.

ith its sleek design and incredible performance, the HP Pavilion dv7-7115nr is the ideal replacement for outdated desktops--a PC you'll love now and in the future!What makes it special? It's loaded with features! The AMD Quad-Core A8-4500M accelerated processor with 8GB DDR3 RAM gives you awesome speed, while the 750GB hard drive provides major storage for documents, photos, music--you name it. MyRoom Premium allows 4-way video chatting and instant messaging--see the MyRoom FAQ tab for details about this 12-month membership--and the Blu-ray player with SuperMulti DVD burner lets you watch Blu-ray movies, record videos to DVD, and more.How does it look--and sound? Incredible! Experience the ultimate in HD clarity on the 17.3" diagonal BrightView LED backlit display, powered by AMD Radeon HD 7640G graphics. And Beats Audio with quad speakers and a subwoofer delivers rich audio to match.Is it easy to use? Absolutely. With Windows 7 and HP Premier Experience, everyday computing is fast and reliable. Even better, this computer qualifies for a Windows 8 upgrade upon release. (See FAQs tab above for details.) Plus, cool new features make computing easier than ever. CoolSense automatically air-conditions your notebook for comfort on your lap, and SimplePass lets you access online accounts with just a swipe of your finger--awesome!What's in the box? The PC, battery, and AC adapter. You also get a PC Treasures software suite, featuring a 4-year subscription to McAfee Antivirus Plus, Adobe Photoshop Elements 10, and more! From HP.For more about the version of Microsoft Office included and other terms, refer to the Computer Glossary tab.Internet access may require a separate fee paid to an Internet Service Provider.Wireless capability and use of public hotspots may require network connection, accessories, and a service fee.An adult signature is required upon delivery. If an adult is not home, an alternative ship-to address or an authorized adult to sign at the carrier location is required.Includes Pavilion dv7-7115nr, 6-cell lithium-ion battery, AC adapter, and PC Treasures software suite (ships separately)1.9-2.8GHz AMD Quad-Core A8-4500M Accelerated Processor17.3" diag HD BrightView LED back-lit display; 1600x900 resolution8GB DDR3 SDRAM750GB 5400 RPM hard drive; HP ProtectSmart hard drive protection802.11b/g/n WiFiBlu-ray player; SuperMulti DVD burnerAMD Radeon HD 7640G Discrete-Class graphics; up to 4084MB total memoryBeats Audio: 4 speakers & TripleBass Reflex SubwooferTrueVision HD webcam, digital micSimplePass with fingerprint readerCoolSense air conditioning10/100/1000 gigabit ethernetSD, MMC memory card reader3 USB 3.0, 1 USB 2.0 portsHDMI, VGA, RJ-45 ports2 headphone jacks/mic jackMyRoom Premium packageGenuine Windows 7 Home Premium, 64-bit; qualifies for Windows 8 upgrade upon release; see FAQs tab for detailsMicrosoft Office 2010 StarterApprox 16-3/8"L x 10-3/4"W x 1-1/4"H-1-1/2"H; weighs 6.94 lbsUL listed adapter; 1-year LMWMade in China
 
That video card may/maynot not be enough to handle video, No dedicated graphics memory, uses notebook's main memory. if your not concerned about video, and you optimize correctly - for audio applications, you should be ok.
 
No, im not worried ab video right now. I want to play music, do some scratching and what not. Do i need regular turntables ofor that?
 
How much money are you willing to spend? Do you have a mixer already?
 
No. I just have the laptop. Idk. Whatever is necessary
 
Hello??
 
 
Whatever is necessary.... thats what u said my budget was. Its hard for me to say an exact number. I want good quality product, but nothing outrageous.
 
Thanks Dsnielsr2006!
 
I use this. Take some time, and do the research. You keep asking us what you need, what do you want? We can't help you, unless you tell us what you want to do, and how much you have to spend. If you only have $300.OO dollars, than this controller is not for you.
 
i would say ab1000-1500 to spend. I took a look at the technics 2500 and the stanton str8 150. I dont know which one I should get though. I've been doing a lot of research. I took a look at the controllers but decided not togo that rout. I just got this laptop though. Do yopu think it willcomepare to the core i5, or is there really that much of a diff. from what I have?
 
btw, BEATS AUDIO on the HP's is NOT any kind of sound driver or card. It is just an upgrade in the speaker QUALITY vs. the standard HP's
 
If you like scratching, Buy a Used Numark NS7. A Numark NS6 is good but the Jogs are Not Motorized like the NS7 and is alot lighter in weight. If you want to buy this controller, You need a laptop That is 2.4 Core 2 Duo and Higher to run it smooth.. This laptop lis very good Since you are Not going to dj music videos.. My friend has this Laptop and it runs Nice and Fast..

http://www.ebay.com/itm/HP-G6S-G6-PAVILION-LAPTOP-INTEL-I5-2430M-2-4GHz-6GB-640GB-15-6-BLU-RAY-/271036482477?pt=Laptops_Nov05&hash=item3f1b0883ad $ 449
 
M Audio Fast track pro will do, for a sound interface - unfortunately it has a somewhat of a bad track record when it comes to stability - and just last month it was forbidden to be sold on Swedish markets due to failure to meet required electrical circuitry regulations. (I've owned one too + a numark DJ IO, the latter which I use live). The reason I mentioned firewire, was because it sometimes is a good alternative (for those with TI chipset) - this is because it is considered by some producers to be more reliable then USB - speed has nothing to do with it.
 


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