For the mobile DJ, safety and sound quality play a large role in the best setup. Speaker stands are a worthwhile investment for any type of mobile DJ. The unprofessional, poor-sounding, and often dangerous scenario of speakers planted on the ground is an eyesore that should be avoided at all costs. At Planet DJ, we've put together a list of some of the best speaker stands for 2018. Now, without further ado...

In a digital DJ world, the laptop has become the core of our music. Whether you're pulling music from Amazon, Apple or other promo sites, you most likely utilize a laptop for your gigs. The DJ lapstop stand, though small in the bigger picture, is an integral part of your setup, and needs to adapt to everything around it to fit your laptop right into place. Obviously, the options are almost endless, so here's our list of the best DJ laptop stands to help guide you on your way to the perfect choice. Now, without further ado...

At the heart of any good vocal performance isn't just a good singer, but a good microphone. Without the right mic for a particular environment, and without covering the necessary frequencies for singing/speaking styles, there's lost quality. Knowing the capabilities of a mic is the first step in pairing you up with the perfect weapon. We've put together our list of the 10 best handheld microphones, based on sales, social media, and website activity. Now, without further ado...

If you're a turntablist or just love to scratch, you know that only the best DJ slipmats will do. We've had lots of feedback from thousands of DJs letting us know how they really feel when it comes to such a crucial accessory. There are a lot of options out there, and sometimes, a nice picture doesn't always mean a good slipmat. We've put together our list of the best DJ slipmats, based on popularity and website activity. Now, without further ado...

Looking to create that magical holiday setting? Need some snow in your designs? Snow machines are a great way to create a peaceful effect, even when the temperatures don't allow for it. Whether it's Christmas in July or just winter party, we've rounded up some of the best snow machines that you can find for a variety of budgets. Now, without further ado...

At the heart of every emcee, every wedding DJ, every lead singer is a good, reliable wireless microphone. Or so we hope. Of all of the DJ gear, lighting and pro audio, wireless mics seem to be a dime a dozen. So how is it that you tell one from the other? We've compiled our list of the best wireless microphones. This list is based on sales, social trends, and online searches. Don't forget, the FCC recently made a substantial change. "Specifically, wireless microphones that operate in the new 600 MHz service band (the 617-652 MHz and 663-698 MHz frequencies) will be required to cease operation no later than July 13, 2020." We've taken that into account as well! Now, without further ado...

6 Great Resources for Your DJ Career

The first step in becoming a DJ is wanting to become one. The next step? That's not so easy. Learning how to DJ is a very broad topic, with lots to cover. While a love of music always helps, it's where you want to go from there that needs some guidance. There are lots of resources for tips and tricks on the art of the DJ. But if you want to learn how to DJ and are starting from rock-bottom, here are some excellent reads that you should certainly look into.

It's finally time for our list of best DJ headphones for 2018! At the heart of DJ's most personal tool is a pair of headphones. Every DJ has a different personal preference for their headphones. From how they look, to how they sound, the experience with each headphone will vary from person to person. We've put together our list of best-selling DJ headphones, and mixed in interest and social media influence to give you what could very well be the last list you'll ever need to look at. Now, without further ado...

The best strobe lights are designed for one thing...true lighting impact. The brighter the better, we say, when it comes to strobe lights. Whether you've got an energetic rock show, or a scary haunted house, strobe lights add an effect that's unique from every other kind of lighting. Based on searches, purchases, and social media, we've compiled our list of the best strobe lights. Now without further ado...

Looking for the best DMX software? We've got some great suggestions. Whether you're an entry level DMX lighting apprentice or a seasoned touring stage professional, these DMX softwares were designed to give you ultimate control. Keep in mind that normally, the DMX software is free, but the hardware is what you need to be able to use it. So we've included the DMX hardware that's recommended to use each bit of software. Now without further ado...