DJ’s Gig Checklist – 50 Essential Items
Lots of prep and thought goes into a DJ’s performance. From having the essentials like your DJ controller/mixer, laptop, and headphones to having spare cables, monitors, LED lights, spare batteries, flashlights, and similar equipment.
The following 50 items will ensure you have everything ready:
- DJ controller/mixer
- Laptop
- USB drives with music
- Headphones
- Backup headphones
- Audio interface (if needed)
- Turntables or CDJs (if not provided)
- Monitor speakers (if not provided)
- Power cables for all equipment
- Audio cables (RCA, XLR, etc.)
- USB cables
- Extension cords
- Power strip
- Spare batteries (for wireless devices)
- Microphone
- Mic stand
- Mic cable
- DJ software (installed and updated)
- Music library backup
- Playlist/setlist
- Laptop stand
- Hard drive with music backup
- Record box/vinyl (if using)
- Slipmats (for turntables)
- Control vinyl/CDs (for DVS)
- Cartridge and stylus (for turntables)
- Cleaning kit for vinyl
- Ear protection
- Travel case for gear
- LED lights or effects (if used)
- Light controller (if bringing own lights)
- Gaffer tape
- Cable ties or Velcro straps
- Multi-tool (for quick fixes)
- Merchandise (CDs, USB drives)
- Table or booth setup equipment
- Cloth or banner for dj booth
- Hand sanitizer
- Disinfectant wipes
- Comfortable shoes
- Stage clothes
- Water bottle
- Snacks/energy bars
- First aid kit
- Flashlight or headlamp
- Camera or phone (for recording)
- Phone charger/power bank
- WiFi hotspot device (if needed)
- Notebook and pen
- Backup plan for technical failures (extra mixer/controller)
