DJing vs Playing in a band
DJing and playing in a band have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | DJing | Playing in a band |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 3 hours a week | 4 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | With a group |
| You end up with | A skill you got better at | A skill you got better at |
| Feels | Lively | Lively |
| To start | $250 | $100 |
Choose DJing if
- More screen time
- Easier to do alone
- More about collecting
About $250 to start, then about $15 a month.
Choose playing in a band if
- Off screen
- More social
- Less about collecting
About $100 to start, then about $40 a month.
What you'll need
- DJing: DJ Controller, DJ Headphones Full cost breakdown
- Playing in a band: About $100 to start, then about $40 a month. Full cost breakdown