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On The Rise DJ Academy Blog covering all Dj tech related news and updates

Pioneer DDJ-SR2 Controller

September 7, 2017

NEW PIONEER DDJ-SR2 The new Pioneer DDJ-SR2 has new dedicated controls to get hands on with the latest features in Serato DJ, including the Pitch 'n Time DJ Expansion Pack, with Key Shift, Key Sync and Pitch...

How To Become A Resident DJ

Terry Ryan

August 24, 2017

OTR Tutorial

HOW TO BECOME A RESIDENT DJ As a new DJ, a residency can help you develop your craft and teach you invaluable skills like reading a crowd and understanding how to construct and program sets that are relevant...

Serato DJ 1.9.7 Now Available

Jay Cunningham

August 22, 2017

Serato

Serato DJ 1.9.7 The Serato DJ 1.9.7 update includes support for two exciting new pieces of Numark hardware, the NS6II and DJ2GO2. Numark NS6II The Numark NS6II Serato DJ Enabled controller builds on its po...

Rane SEVENTY-TWO Battle Mixer & TWELVE Battle Controller

Jay Cunningham

August 14, 2017

Serato, Uncategorized

Rane TWELVE Battle Controller Rane DJ presents the TWELVE Battle Controller, a simple, pure and powerful motorised DJ control system without needle skippage or tone arm hopping. The TWELVE has all the characte...

New Pioneer DJM-750MK2 Professional 4-Channel Mixer

Jay Cunningham

August 1, 2017

Pioneer DJ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kixFhc1tg0 Pioneer DJM-750MK2 Professional 4-Channel Mixer A new 4-channel mixer is joining the Pioneer DJ range: the DJM-750MK2 loaded with advanced features and FX, plus hig...

Pioneer DJ INTERFACE 2

Jay Cunningham

July 6, 2017

Pioneer DJ

Pioneer DJ INTERFACE 2 Pioneer DJ are opening up the Rekordbox ecosystem to all DJs by releasing the INTERFACE 2. The new 2-channel audio interface lets you use Rekordbox DVS to scratch and control the digit...

Denon DJ Prime Series Review

Jay Cunningham

June 29, 2017

Denon DJ, OTR Tutorial

DENON DJ PRIME - FIRST WORDS Back in November 2016, we we're treated to a mysterious marketing campaign video from Denon DJ showing of blueprints of kit that simply ended with #ChangeYourRider, and that was ...

Facebook Live & WIN – Jon1st (World Online DMC Champion)

Jay Cunningham

June 12, 2017

News

LIVE STREAM WITH JON1ST On Weds 14th June we've got a very special guest in the studio for a live Facebook stream from our Wembley studio, Jon1st! Jon is not only a World online DMC winner from 2013 but he'...

FREE DIGITAL SCRATCH TOOL + Jose Rodríguez Scratch Routine

Jay Cunningham

May 18, 2017

Interviews, News

We're big fans of turntablism and the art of scratching here at On The Rise DJ Academy, we've beginner lessons with our tutor Terry Ryan and for those looking for advanced turntablism routine and battle techniq...

OTR Walks All Over Cancer

Jay Cunningham

May 17, 2017

News

OTR WALKS ALL OVER CANCERThis June our lead tutors Terry Ryan & Jay Cunningham are walking 10,000 steps a day throughout the month to help beat cancer sooner. Help them Walk All Over Cancer and fund l...

Would definitely go back

I did a session with Terry to get some new ideas on how to DJ. Having been DJing for about...

Mike S

5.0

2016-01-22T23:07:36+00:00

Mike S

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy (Student)

I did a session with Terry to get some new ideas on how to DJ. Having been DJing for about 12 years, it was good to talk to and learn new things from an experienced DJ, including playing with some new equipment. Would definitely go back for another refresher.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/would-definitely-go-back/

The 3 day 1 on 1 course was amazing

The 3 day 1 on 1 course was amazing. A real eye opener on how to fully use my controller...

Nilks P (DJ B1ggy)

5.0

2016-12-20T21:01:54+00:00

Nilks P (DJ B1ggy)

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy (Student) (DJ Course)

The 3 day 1 on 1 course was amazing. A real eye opener on how to fully use my controller (Pioneer DDJ SX2) and Serato DJ. Jay showed me how to use iTunes properly for playlists and how to organise my music, which I was having issues with. I was using Serato crates but after seeing the iTunes side I have changed to this method. Terry was great at showing me how to scratch and was really patient whilst I got the hang of it. Overall a great experience and will definitely book some sessions in the future.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/3-day-1-1-course-amazing/

Very knowledgeable crew

After countless years of playing vinyl I decided it's time to catch up with the digital world and got myself...

Steve L

5.0

2016-02-02T06:06:51+00:00

Steve L

After countless years of playing vinyl I decided it's time to catch up with the digital world and got myself a Traktor s4 controller and Traktor DJ software. It looks quite daunting but after a day with Jay at On The Rise DJ Academy I have a good all round knowledge of the controller and software. More importantly the things I really needed to know he went through with me in depth and I now know inside out. Very knowledgeable crew, very good day, it's good to learn

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/very-knowledgeable-crew/

I felt very comfortable, was amazing!

I can say only a beautiful feedback for the On The Rise DJ Academy. Terry and Jay they are wonderful...

Aivaras S

5.0

2017-02-01T12:11:33+00:00

Aivaras S

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy / Ayva - Student (DJ Course)

I can say only a beautiful feedback for the On The Rise DJ Academy. Terry and Jay they are wonderful people they explain everything in great detail. I enjoyed to be there I felt very comfortable,was amazing!! BIG BIG Thank you guys help my to get big step be a Dj!

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/was-amazing/

Don’t waste time looking anywhere else!

The 3-day course by OTR is the perfect way to start DJ'ing from scratch. I've always loved music, but had...

Lavish W

5.0

2016-03-22T22:14:40+00:00

Lavish W

The 3-day course by OTR is the perfect way to start DJ'ing from scratch. I've always loved music, but had never even touched a pair of decks. After the course though, I have the ability & tools to already create my own mixes with practice. Not only are Jay and Terry so knowledgeable about their craft, and flexible with scheduling, but they are also great fun to spend time with. My advice to anyone wishing to learn - don't waste time looking anywhere else!

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/dont-waste-time-looking-anywhere-else/

Would recommend On The Rise for all beginners

Thanks to Jay for this amazing afternoon! Very helpful to get a first experience and would recommend On The Rise...

Nicolas C

5.0

2017-02-01T12:14:24+00:00

Nicolas C

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy / Nicolas - Student (DJ Course)

Thanks to Jay for this amazing afternoon! Very helpful to get a first experience and would recommend On The Rise for all beginners who want to learn from experienced DJs! See you for the next steps!

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/recommend-rise-beginners/

I picked up far more than I expected too

I took part in the 8 week DJ course with Jay and Terry. I'm a complete beginner and probably a...

David R

5.0

2016-04-13T18:49:36+00:00

David R

I took part in the 8 week DJ course with Jay and Terry. I'm a complete beginner and probably a little older than the average starter to be honest. I picked up far more than I expected to. Both the guys are very experienced and incredibly helpful when it comes to imparting knowledge and even tailoring parts of the course to the requirements of each individual. They touched on much of the core fundamentals and delved into plenty of advanced fields as well. All in all I couldn't be happier, and once I've had time to practise and get myself up to scratch I'll definitely be back to do some one on one classes.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/picked-far-expected/

Can’t recommend them enough, well worth every penny

I'd been struggling for years trying to self learn and decided to do one on one course and I can't...

Stanley D

5.0

2017-03-27T09:56:16+00:00

Stanley D

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy / Stanley - Student (DJ Course)

I'd been struggling for years trying to self learn and decided to do one on one course and I can't recommend enough how much I enjoyed learning. The knowledge of equipment is mind blowing from jay and can't recommend them enough, well worth every penny.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/cant-recommend-enough-well-worth-every-penny/

They trained me on my own pace

Found Jay and the Rise Team to be very professional and knowledgeable in the Field of DJ'ing. During the course...

Racheal R

5.0

2016-06-21T16:52:21+00:00

Racheal R

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy - Racheal (Student)

Found Jay and the Rise Team to be very professional and knowledgeable in the Field of DJ'ing. During the course they made me felt relaxed & comfortable. They trained me on my own pace. I would definitely recommend any new comer and experienced DJ to train or update them selves. I'm definitely looking forward for my second stint.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/they-trained-me-on-my-own-pace/

Jay is a brilliant tutor: kind, patient, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable

Jay is a brilliant tutor: kind, patient, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. He covered the fundamentals of DJing, and transitioning to...

Chloe R

5.0

2017-03-16T09:56:38+00:00

Chloe R

Learn To To DJ at On The Rise DJ Academy / Chloe - Student (DJ Course)

Jay is a brilliant tutor: kind, patient, enthusiastic and very knowledgeable. He covered the fundamentals of DJing, and transitioning to digital, as well as providing lots of technical support and general guidance. A great place to learn.

https://ontheriseacademy.com/testimonials/stanley-d/

5.0

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Pioneer DDJ-SR2 Controller

How To Become A Resident DJ

Serato DJ 1.9.7 Now Available

Rane SEVENTY-TWO Battle Mixer & TWELVE Battle Controller

New Pioneer DJM-750MK2 Professional 4-Channel Mixer

Pioneer DJ INTERFACE 2

Denon DJ Prime Series Review

Facebook Live & WIN – Jon1st (World Online DMC Champion)

FREE DIGITAL SCRATCH TOOL + Jose Rodríguez Scratch Routine

OTR Walks All Over Cancer