Sound journal
The Fox Rider Sono blog
Guides to DJ decks and controllers, mixing tips, wedding and party sound: our articles to help you choose well and get the most out of your DJ equipment rental.
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IP65 speaker: rain, beach, boat, what it can handle
What does IP65 mean on a speaker? What Soundboks says exactly about the Soundboks 4: rain, beach, boat, and what it does not handle.
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DJ & sound systemSoundboks 4: battery life and spare battery
The figures announced by Soundboks (40 hours, 6 hours), what drains the battery, USB-C charging and the right time to take the spare battery.
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DJ & sound systemBattery speaker: making an outdoor evening work
Placement, volume in steps, battery margin, cool nights and rain: the settings that matter for an evening outdoors with a battery-powered speaker.
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DJ & sound systemGarden parties and picnics: playing music outdoors, and the rules
Neighbourhood noise, night-time disturbance, park rules, municipal orders: what to know in France before plugging in a speaker outdoors, and the common mistakes to avoid.
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DJ & sound systemPairing several wireless speakers: TeamUp mode
A phone’s Bluetooth links one source to one speaker. Soundboks TeamUp makes up to five speakers play together: principle, settings and limits.
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DJ & sound systemBattery speaker or wired pair: which one to choose?
One battery-powered speaker or two mains-powered ones? Five simple questions (socket, venue, source, transport, mood) to choose between the Soundboks 4 and the RCF pair.
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DJ & sound systemConnecting a turntable or a phone to a Soundboks
The rear panel of the Soundboks 4 accepts Bluetooth, mini-jack and XLR / jack combo inputs. Here is which cable to use for a phone, a turntable or a console.
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DJ & sound systemSoundboks 4: pickup in Lyon 3, battery and return
Charged battery, appointment in Lyon 3, ID, security deposit, 16.1 kg to carry: what happens between picking up the Soundboks 4 and returning it.
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DJ & sound systemSpeakers for 100 guests: the right benchmarks
No manufacturer sells a number of guests. Here are the criteria that really decide whether a pair is enough: music, distance, venue and bass.
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DJ & sound systemCollecting a pair of speakers in Lyon 3: how it works
From appointment to return, the practical process with the RCF speaker pair: what is in the rental, what to bring, how to return it.
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DJ & sound systemTwo speakers on stands: where to place them and how high
Height, spacing, angle, distance from walls, mono or stereo, Linear or Boost mode: how to position a pair of speakers on stands for a party.
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DJ & sound systemActive or passive speaker: what really changes
An active speaker has its amplifier built in, a passive one does not. What that changes for cabling, power and choosing a pair for a party.
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DJ & sound systemPlugging a phone into speakers without Bluetooth
No Bluetooth or mini-jack on these speakers: the cable to bring, the single-connection variant and the phone settings for a party.
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DJ & sound systemSpeakers at a party: stands, cables and volume without incident
Flat ground, cables taped to the floor, one socket per speaker, no rain, protected ears, neighbours warned: safety rules for a pair of speakers at a party.
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DJ & sound systemSpeaker pair: do you need a subwoofer, a mixer or a mic?
A pair of speakers, one source, and nothing else? When to add a mixer, a mic or a subwoofer, and what Fox Rider does or does not rent.
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DJ & sound systemTransporting a pair of speakers by car
Measure the boot, wedge the speakers in their covers, carry them with two people, avoid heat and cold: the trip there and back, from pickup in Lyon 3 to return.
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DJ & sound systemDVS: mixing digital on vinyl
DVS allows you to play your files while keeping your hands on real turntables. Here's how it works, what it actually costs, and the parts to remember.
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DJ & sound systemWhere to find vinyl records in Lyon: the guide
Eight record stores checked one by one, neighborhood by neighborhood, plus the fall flea markets and record markets. Enough to fill a bin before the evening.
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DJ & sound systemCDJ-3000X in the club: arrive prepared
You are made to play in a club equipped with CDJs and you have never laid hands on it. Here's what you need to master first, and where to practice.
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DJ & sound systemXDJ-RX3 or XDJ-AZ: which one to rent?
AlphaTheta placed a four-way console above XDJ-RX3. Here's what sets it's actually used for, and why two lanes are almost always enough.
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DJ & sound systemAdjust your plate: counterweight and antiskating
Three manipulations are enough for a diamond to last all evening. None can break the plate, and all are reversible.
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DJ & sound systemWhich mixer with Technics?
You have reserved two Technics. You're still missing the piece that connects them, puts them at the right level and lets you move on: here's how to choose it without making a mistake.
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DJ & sound systemPrepare your rekordbox USB key before the big day
The console is reserved for Saturday. Here is what must be completed on your USB key before arriving, so as not to waste an hour in front of the guests.
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DJ & sound systemCan we mix with Spotify or Apple Music?
Spotify is back in rekordbox and Serato. But no streaming title will fit on your console's USB key: here's why, and what to do.
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DJ & sound systemDDJ-FLX4 or XDJ-RX3: do you need a PC?
The real difference between a controller and a standalone console isn't the number of buttons: it's what happens if the computer stalls at 11 p.m.
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DJ & sound systemCell DJ: choose your diamond wisely
The diamond is the cheapest piece of the chain and the most decisive. Here's how to choose the right Concorde, and how to tell when a tip is tired.
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DJ & sound systemXLR, jack, RCA cables: connect your sound system
A snoring sound that appears as soon as everything is plugged in is not inevitable. It comes from the type of cable and the ground path: here's how to cut it short.
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DJ & sound systemConnect a vinyl turntable to a speaker
A turntable connected directly to a speaker gives a weak sound with no bass. It's not a fault: a step is missing, and it can be fixed in ten minutes the same evening.
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DJ & sound systemTechnics boards or Pioneer controller: which to rent?
It’s not a duel of equipment, it’s a choice of practice. Vinyl or digital all-in-one: what each requires and allows.
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DJ & sound systemCreate a lounge atmosphere with rental DJ equipment
Cocktail, opening, private party: create an elegant lounge atmosphere with the right DJ equipment and sound settings.
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DJ & sound systemRent or buy DJ equipment: what the numbers say
Buy a Pioneer XDJ-RX3 or rent it? Quantified analysis of the real cost of rental vs. purchase for occasional to regular use.
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DJ & sound systemPioneer XDJ-RX3: audio effects explained one by one
The Pioneer XDJ-RX3 features a powerful effects section. Echo, reverb, flanger: discover each effect and when to use it in your mixes.
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DJ & sound systemOrganize a DJ event in Lyon: capacity, venues, checklist
Capacity, Lyon venues, checklist from D-30 to D-day and formalities: the guide to organizing a DJ party in Lyon, from format to teardown.
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DJ & sound systemHow to sound an outdoor party without an electrical outlet
Garden party, picnic or beach: how to have sound without electricity? Portable speaker solutions and tips for a standalone sound system.
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DJ & sound systemScratch DJ: introduction to scratching on Technics SL-1210
Scratching is the martial art of DJing. Get started with basic scratching techniques on Technics turntables with our progressive tutorial.
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DJ & sound systemSummer DJ set: playlist and techniques for festival atmosphere
Create the festival atmosphere at home or outdoors. Selection of tracks, set structure and mixing techniques for a successful summer DJ set.
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DJ & sound systemDJ sound: adjust bass, mids and treble
Equalization is the secret weapon of good DJs. Learn how to adjust bass, mids and treble on your mixer for clean, powerful sound.
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DJ & sound systemDJ equipment rental for weddings: the ultimate guide
Is your wedding coming up and you want to provide the music yourself? Complete guide to DJ equipment to rent for a successful wedding reception.
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DJ & sound systemHow to connect Pioneer XDJ-RX3 to Rekordbox
Learn how to connect your rental Pioneer XDJ-RX3 to Rekordbox to prepare your playlists and export your songs to a USB key.
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DJ & sound systemDJ mix: 5 transitions to keep you on track
Master 5 essential transition techniques to move songs together fluidly. From beatmatching to cutting, become the DJ of the evening.
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DJ & sound systemSpeaker rental for weddings: how to choose the right sound system
The choice of sound system is crucial to achieving the atmosphere of your wedding. Practical guide to sizing and renting the right speakers for your location.
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DJ & sound systemTechnics SL-1210 MK2: the legend of the DJ explained
The Technics SL-1210 MK2 has been THE benchmark for DJ turntables since 1979. A look back at the history of a myth that is still essential in 2026.
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DJ & sound systemPioneer XDJ-RX3: a club setup without a computer, for whom?
Two decks, a two-channel mixer and a touchscreen, no computer: who the Pioneer XDJ-RX3 suits, and how to prepare before the party.
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DJ & sound systemDJ vinyl party: choosing, setting up and mixing on turntables
Why vinyl at a party, what the Technics SL-1210 MK2 brings, what you need around it (mixer, speakers, records), the phono connection and mixing styles.
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DJ & sound systemTechnics SL-1210 MK2 vs Pioneer PLX-1000: which turntable to rent?
In the world of vinyl DJing, two turntables compete for the title of reference: the Technics SL-1210 MK2, an indefinable icon […]
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DJ & sound systemCreate the perfect DJ playlist for a wedding
A wedding playlist is not just a list of songs: it is the emotional backbone of an entire […]
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DJ & sound systemRenting a sound system for a private concert: the guide
Sizing the power, choosing the speakers, setting up the sound system and getting the sound check right: the private concert guide, and what a pair of active speakers makes possible.
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DJ & sound systemThe basics of beatmatching on vinyl turntables
Beatmatching is the founding gesture of the vinyl DJ: manually synchronizing the tempo of two tracks to create a […]
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DJ & sound systemWhat DJ equipment for a birthday or private party?
A birthday, a housewarming, a garden party: all occasions are good to take out the turntables. But […]
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DJ & sound systemPioneer XDJ-RX3: quick guide for beginners
The Pioneer XDJ-RX3 is one of those pieces of equipment that democratizes DJ mixing: a single box brings together two turntables, […]
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DJ & sound systemThe 10 essential pieces to test your turntables Technics
Getting your hands on a pair of Technics SL-1210 MK2 turntables means treating yourself to one of the most legendary instruments […]
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DJ & sound systemFestival and garden party: what equipment to rent
Organizing a private festival, a garden party or an outdoor evening is an exciting project. But the sound system […]
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DJ & sound systemOrganizing karaoke at home: equipment and tips
Karaoke at home is the ideal entertainment for a memorable evening with friends or family. Guaranteed laughs, talents […]
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