Open Decks DJ Sign Up

Open Decks 2026

About the Event:

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Open Decks is back for 2026.

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Whether you’re a seasoned selector or stepping up for your first public set, this is your chance to play on a proper system, in front of a real crowd, with Homebrewed DJs hosting the night.

Each Open Decks event will be held at a different venue, with the location announced individually for each date.

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🔊 First Open Decks event of 2026:
📍 The Mount Tavern

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Event Details:

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Equipment Provided:

• Pioneer XDJ-XZ

• 1 × XDJ-700

• Rekordbox & Serato compatible

• Microphones available

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Event Schedule:

• Time: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM

• Dates to be Announced​

​​Set Recording & Media Notice (Read This)

• Sets may be recorded (audio and/or video) during Open Decks events.

• Where possible, recordings may be uploaded to the Homebrewed DJs YouTube channel and used for promotional purposes.

• By signing up and performing, you consent to your set being recorded and published.

• If you have concerns around this, notify us before the event — don’t spring it on us mid-set.

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No surprises, no drama.

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​Terms & Conditions:

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Participation

• Open to all DJs, regardless of experience level.

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Time Slots

• Slots are first come, first served.

• Lineups will be released as early as possible so you can prepare.

• Standard set time: 30 minutes.

• If sign-ups exceed capacity, you may be offered a slot at a future Open Decks — we’ll contact you directly.

• If participation is low, longer sets may be offered (optional).

• Please arrive early for smooth changeovers and uninterrupted music.

• Schedules may change — we’ll communicate updates as soon as possible.

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Equipment Use

• Make sure you are familiar with the Pioneer XDJ-XZ before playing.

• USB (standalone) or laptop (Serato) setups are allowed.

• Unless using a laptop in controller mode, you will be using 2 channels only.

• Bring your own headphones.

• Respect the gear — careless damage = you pay.

• Main volume is locked to venue & council limits — do not touch it.

• Redlining is not headlining. It sounds bad and wrecks speakers. Keep it out of the red.

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Behaviour

• Respect the equipment, staff, and the room.

• No drinks near the decks. Ever.
  Damage may result in repair costs of up to $8,500.

• If behaviour is unreasonable, we reserve the right to end your set early.

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Additional Requests

• Time constraints or special requests? Tell us when you sign up.

• We’ll do our best — no guarantees.