Oh, that was very unfortunate. Good thing for those kind people. I really never get along w/ computers well, because of problems, and they stress me out, but for a simple program like Serato nothing will really happen. I want to see some new vids. of your LRP on Youtube. Upload 'em!!!

I'm sure it wasn't a Serato issue. If it was, then I'd still be able to reboot successfully, at least I'd think so. I'll upload the new vid when I get back from the trip.

did you have an external hard drive with you for backup?

Damn Enferno, that crazy. What's Taiwan like? I would love to see some pictures if you get a min.

x2

i could not imagine being at that level and something going bad like that.i have had all my songs and crates not show up before at a gig but never a computer issue like that!

Sorry to hear about that Enferno. Cats here wonder y I keep 2 Mac laptops w/ me at ALL times.

Sorry to hear that bro. I don't know about anyone else but, if I'm on a bajillion hour flight to Asia, I bring the lappy on board. I just can't stand those in-flight family flicks.

Matrix series + Last Samurai > Cheaper by the Dozen

Anywho what I would do in the future is install the latest Serato, put all your songs, have everything fresh and good to go. Then make a Restore Point in Windows XP, and if you have any problems, you can return to that point and it should be fine.

But it seems like you had a hardware problem of some sort. Have it checked out

Back now. The damn thing won't even turn on. No worries though. I was going to get a macbook pro anyway. And this thing is literally a big paperweight, and even if I got it fixed, I wouldn't trust it for gigs. I'm now looking into a more secure way to carry laptops as carry-on. Remember I use 2 laptops, not just one. It'd be great if there was a metal case that safely held 2 laptops.

I actually carry 2 laptops to all my regular club gigs (no Live Project, just mixing). In this case, since I use 2 laptops for the Live Project, then I needed to borrow one. I'll post new vid tomorrow. Only got one new routine to show. You've seen all the others.

One of those metal briefcases the bigtime drug dealers use would probably hold two laptops just need a foam cutout.

Would something like this suit your needs?

www.shipping-case.com

cmos how old are you?

trust me serato will warn you!

29 it was a joke.

Whats wrong with such metal cases? Good idea I would say.

www.casesbypelican.com

Check there. I have a pelican case that I use for my computer, mixer, microphones, power conditioner, and some other stuff...you can get it with sheets of pick and pluck foam where you can shape the foam to your equipment. The cases are virtually indestructable and come with a lifetime warranty.

Carpel Tunnel... that case looks pretty good, but a little big. I need to be able to carry on the laptops, as opposed to checking them in. I actually have 2 big Pelican cases (model 1650s) that I use for all my other stuff (footswitch, mixer, efx, keyboards, trigger finger, mic stand, cables, serato box, etc....). I love the pick and pluck foam! plus those things are pretty much indestructible. Thanks for the tip Michael Basic.. already got them. As for laptops though, I need something small enough to carry on, but big enough to fit not just laptops. I still need to bring clothes etc. For my last trip, I had both laptops in one bag, along with my SSL records and some other stuff (portable DVD player, IPod etc). The other carry on had my clothes, and some of the other stuff I need for my show, as well as snacks for the 24 hour trip.

I'm thinking of just getting 2 separate rollaway laptop bags, like the ones you'd use on a business trip. Each one fits a laptop and has room for extras like clothing, and other electronic items. I really like those Pelican cases that Michael Basic linked to, but they don't have any more room for other stuff.

thanks guys

www.applelinks.com



This one says it will hold two lappys but its a softcase.

I use a Targus laptop Backpack ( the matrix ). Its huge with plenty of room for everything (i have my leptop and viynl in one area, hard drive and cables and other computer related things in anouther area (diff pocket) and my SSL box and all cable has there own pocket, and i still have enough room to pack a days or 2 worth of clothing into it if I have to.
www.targus.com
www.targus.com <- the one i have
and for larger comps
www.targus.com

I was also using a Targus bag for my laptops, but a different one. My problem is, I can no longer fit 2 into one bag UNLESS it's got some sort of metal separation thing to keep the weight of one laptop off the other when it's lying on it's 'back'. See what I mean? I really like the Pelican 1510 but after looking at the interior dimensions and the foam measurements, I can only safely fit 1 laptop for 1510 case.

To all those opposed to using an external drive (due to another point of failure) - this is my precise reason... Borrow a laptop and keep the party going!!

and also eep 2 external HD.. one for show and a backup... then you can also store track on the lappy that you can use to get by with if the HD crashes in a show.

^^ What if you use iTunes to organize your music? Can you still use someone else's lappy? The location of the iTunes music folder is specific to each computer isn't it?

Hahaha. It's Daryl from Luxy.
That laptop you were using for Serato, I've seen it since the first time you came here 2 years ago!
Stickers are still on my laptop, I find it very useful as the DJ booth is usually dark.

Hey Daryl... thanks again for lending me your laptop for the night. Glad the stickers are helping you out. I will be getting a Macbook Pro now, but until that comes in, I have my Ableton laptop that I can use for regular club gigs. Thanks again brother! Xie xie!

Brother, I really hated to hear you had to go through that.

Hey there's a brightside to everything. At least it was during soundcheck and not the actual show. Plus, I just ordered my Macbook Pro which is coming in January. Anyone heard of www.colorwarepc.com Just ordered mine.... in Ferrari Red.

www.colorwarepc.com

Normally I wouldn't blow an extra $600 bucks for a paintjob and warranty, but hey, once in a while it's nice to treat yourself, right?

That's what women say before they buy purses. Don't expect me to say something like that. [ROFL!]

rock on with your bad self E,

only one way to do thangs proper.

does it void the apple warranty?

If you send in your own laptop to get the paintjob, it will void your apple warranty. They will only give you a 30 day warranty after they paint it. If you buy from them, you get the standard year long warranty which they (not Apple) are responsible for. They have their own shop that takes care of any maintenance or warranty issues. That's probably why it costs an extra $200+ bucks if you buy from them ($200 + about $450 for the paint job = about $650 extra). ouch

Dude you're so right haha. oh well, fuck it! lol

She's sexy...
Dirty babe
You see these shackles
Baby I'm your slave
I'll let you whip me if I misbehave

W-T-F'n-F, sik69??!!

Are you SURE this is the correct thread for your expressions of preferences/lifestyle/whatever??

She=colored apple.

Stop barking, DJ Dawg@Breaking-records.com

Okay, sik69, I don't get it. You're singing dirty pop songs to an Apple computer. That's all I understand.

sik69 is someone else. Klick on the link Enferno has posted previously. I like the colored apples.

I saw the link, but forgot the details. Did it have music, or something? I have you to tell me details, me thinks.

Check your PM. It's about something else (non-dancing laptop with shackles stuff).

Ok, I finally got some time to post up the Taiwan vid. Just one new set, which you'll see here:

Watchwww.youtube.com

nice!


reminds me of the dub versions (but on tha fly!)

How in the hell do you keep all that shit straight in your head.... !?!

Holy shit, dude u must be assed out after doing a set. Dude moves around more than any dj i ever seen.

That was hotness.

The hardest worker in the game right now. TROOPERZ BABY!

I don't drink till after the set. lol

It's getting easier to navigate all my gear, the more I do this show. I've done this 7 times now, 6 outside of DC, and each time things get easier. Just like anything else that takes some practice. I've been reprogramming all my midi gear after picking up an M-Audio Axiom 25. I'm no longer going to bring out my Microkorg, 02 keyboard, and footswitch. I've realized that I can do everything with just the Axiom 25, the Trigger Finger, 2 laptops, and the EFX500. Less stuff to bring out is less risk.

Thats a nice laptop Enferno, but I personally like I-DEE's Mooninites' stickers better, and the cost (free) can't be beat =P.. next time I see him im peelin them off for mine.

Hey Enferno, I just picked up a 1560 for my external drives and my big ass alienware. Have you looked into that one? I thought the 1510 would be able to hold both of your laptops if they are MACs, but maybe not eh?

Keep in ming, anything above a 1510 in the pelican line is not allowed as a carry on unfortunately!

Sorry to hear about this issue. I would have freaked out man... :(

Wow, so does that mean you can't carry your 1560 with laptops onto the plane?

I got stuff at colorware PC (mac mini, bluetooth mouse, keyboard, several old gen iPods). All of them are Jet Black, cuz I try to coordinate all my products to black to be consistent and look cool.

The Jet Black finish is has nice finish that is literally piano black look. It does have little of "orange peel" look and slight overspray on certain edges, but for most people, they will be happy with the finish. The paint job (or i guess the clear coat finsh) is surprisingly durable (I thought I need to baby this with gloves or something). BUT, I don't think it is meant to withstand the abuse and traveling like what you are doing Enferno. I still use cases for my iPod when I travel to DJ so they look brand new. People thought my black 4th generation non-video iPod was custom made by Apple or I got a beta/new version! This is when official black iPods never existed. As for Mac Mini (non-intel), bluetooth keyboard and mouse, I travel with them several times, wrapped in towel and placed in targus notebook case. So far.. just light scratches.

The customer service is great. I know there are others will can do cheaper but colorwarepc is one of the originals doing this kind of service with wide range of colors. Ha ha, it can be expensive but hella worth it. Did you get yours by now Enferno?

and people call me crazy for rolling with two laptops!

Haven't gotten it yet. I can't wait though. Good to hear that you've had a good experience with them k-rad.

Two laptops (one backup unit) is defenitely the way to roll into any gig, specially overseas. Its the only fool proof way, unless they steal your bag... lol

Enferno, yeah, suppossedly the 1560 is not technically supposed to make it into the overhead compartment. Thank God I don't travel much yet, by the time I do need to travel I will probably have something different to carry out of state... We'll see. (In fact I heard from somebody that weight alone can be a factor in whether your stuff stays with you by your seat. In my case this thing is going to be like 50 lbs, so I doubt that I will be able to keep it onboard either way.)

The whole reason I got a Pelican case though is just so that I CAN put it in cargo if I have to and still have my equipment come out in one piece... But I hear that traveling performers NEVER put their important gear under the plane, is that true? Why exactly?

Because as an ex baggage handler for Northwest airlines here in nyc at Laguardia airport we have a little game called:


Lets see how far we can throw this expensive looking case.

We also used to open and go through EVERY bag that came through our line.

OMG.

I plan to lock the case with two locks, what do you guys do in that case?

we take our giant ring of keys and open it, dude i had keys to every lock they you can put on a suitcase or anything u can imagine.

Besides i think with the new rules u aint allowed to lock ur shit no more. ya know mad insurgents n shit.

whoah, thats scary man. lol

It really is scary, i tell everyone when you fly dont put shit you dont want to lose under the plane. If it has any kind of value bring it in a carry on.


On a lighter side, the funniest part about working there were the vibrators. At least once a week a bag would come through buzzing and they would have to pull the woman off the plane because her vibrator turned on in the bag hahahahahaha.

ROTFLMAO!!!!

faa is allowed to cut your locks these days. you have to use those faa approved locks that the bag throwers can open without resorting to cutting the lock off.

yeah. I saw those. Thanks for the info.

just noticed this, look to his right:

web.mac.com

PS: Ritchie Hawtin

The ferrari paintjob on the mac looks sexy as hell, Damn. Yo Enferno you want to sell me your broken laptop? PM me

Not to be a smart ass, but its "TSA approved locks". And yes, they are pointless.

I wonder if he just packs both laptops in that case? The thing I worry about is having too much weight of one on the other, even with the foam. hmm I may have to get one of those. Gonna do more research. Anyone know Hawtin's manager lol?

I think two laptops on a case as wide as that is not a problem. I bought that 1560 thinking specifically about that. Depending on weight you may have to look into a set of foams of different kinds, etc... But I don't think it should be a problem.

Mine is arriving tomorrow. I can't wait!

Nooooooo

wow

Enferno, you could buy a camera bag like this one www.bhphotovideo.com

you could surely use the camero body and lens space for the second laptop, plus you have space for other stuff

this looks good also

www.gatorcases.com

Oh whoah!!! Thats new and very nice!!! Its got the sealed compartment for the laptop which is excellent. LOL

I guess now I just have to live with my Big Pelican Serato case. I'll catch some video of it and put it up in a few days.

Thanks Karlos!

I scooped up a Gator bag for a SRM450 - I have to say that bag is very well made..

That thing looks perfect, but I'm wondering if you can use the 2nd compartment for another laptop. hmmm....

BIS, which case did get again? The 1590?

I got the 1560 in black. I put some much crap in it that the big foam pieces were reduced to thin little slices protecting all the gear. Everything is well protected and I have no problem with it but the foam is "pre-cut" or "pick & pluck" as they like to call it, and when you are trying to pack or unpack in a hurry it slows you down. If you are not careful the pre-cut foam can tear so you gotta take it easy as you pull the heavy stuff out.

I think I will order some solid pieces that I will cut myself, they will hold up to the punishment a lot better probably.

I got some video and pictures coming.

Dude, I found the perfect case for 2 laptops! Too bad it's $775... and that's the less expensive model.. ouch.

www.luggage.com

Oh thats nice... but yeah, that price is prohibitive. :(

Thanks for posting it!

^^ dang :) i'd have to sell my laptop to afford that case :)

Alright after a MONTH, the laptop is now here and I'm loving it! Peep the photos:

www.djenferno.com
www.djenferno.com
www.djenferno.com
www.djenferno.com
www.djenferno.com

oooh....

oh, btw I have one of those clear keyboard covers. can't wait to use this thing this weekend

Thats baddass Enferno!

Hey Enferno, is that actual paint as far as you can tell? Powder coated? Anondized? I checked the website and they didn't really mention much about the process by which the colorizing is done. Since the macbook pro is metal, I'm going to assume they used some kind of electro assisted process to provide for a harder and less chip resistant finish.

They do look badass though.

Powder coating and anodizing are not processes which you can apply to plastic or very light metals I don't think. but that red on a mac will defenitely get the looks. Nice, man!

red mac, red efx & red ttm-56...you've a got a whole red thing goin' on there.

It's actual paint. I thought I read something about their process, but can't find it right now. The finish reminds me of the finish on a car. Their paint is supposed to be very resistant to scratching.

OMG... I am so doing this... lol


laptopdesignusa.com

Ahhh sh!!!t!! :)

Its on a freakin Alienware too!!! I'll let you guys know how much it cost...

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