DJ Yella's Gear

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in this picture you can see a ddj-sb2 with a special dj yella skin

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you can see both on the screen and the control vynil that dj yella is using serato

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next to dj yella you can clearly see a e-mu SP-1200

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in this picture you can see dj yella using this mixer

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You can see DJ yella using SSL 4000E in the nwa studio, which was also used by Dre. he had been using it since early days when ruthless records was made This SSL was used to perfect beats , to produce masterpiece tracks, such as; "Eazy duz it” and more.

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A vintage photo shows DJ Yella in the NWA studio, using the Akai MPC 3000 while preparing to produce a track.

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In the photos background DJ yella is seen in the studio with the kore 2 instrument.

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U can clearly see Eazy e and DJ yella messing around with this specific instrument.

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This specific speaker is seen directly in front of Eazy e next to dj yella

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An 8 track recorder is clearly seen next to DJ yella

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DJ Yella, also known as Antoine Carraby, played a pivotal role in producing Eazy-E's "Eazy-Duz-It" album. As a key figure in the late 1980s hip-hop scene, DJ Yella utilized various equipment, including the Numark DM 1975 PPG DJ mixer, to craft beats and instrumentals. His work involved drum machines, synthesizers, and sampling, which were integral to the album's unique sound. Known for his expert DJ techniques, including scratching, DJ Yella's contributions helped define the album's signature style and the broader West Coast hip-hop sound of that era. A user-uploaded photo confirms his use of the Numark DM 1975 PPG.

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In a user-uploaded photo, DJ Yella's studio setup includes a Yamaha HS80M Active Studio Monitor positioned atop a Toft Audio Trident 80B Mixing Console.

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In this photo a Solid State Logic SL 4000 can be seen behind DJ yella

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In the N.W.A song "Gangsta, Gangsta", the signature sounds of the Roland TR-808 can be heard several times. At about 0:19 through 0:22, you can hear the TR-808 Open Hi-Hat, and of course everyone knows DJ yella contributed to drums. Closed Hi-Hat and Snare Drum in the left speaker. At about 0:22, you can hear the TR-808 cowbell in the left speaker. And also for proof far behind DJ yella in a shelf a Roland TR-808 Rhythm Composer can be seen.

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A user-uploaded photo shows DJ Yella in a studio session with Dr. Dre, likely contributing to N.W.A's production, with an Akai S900 MIDI Digital Sampler visible in the setup.

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During a DJ Yella concert, an Apple MacBook Pro is visibly positioned in front of his setup, as captured in a user-uploaded photo.

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In a rare old photo DJ yella can be seen playing with a Akai MPC60II for showcase

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DJ Yella used the Moog Minimoog Model D, which was a staple in the N.W.A studio setup. Its distinctive sound can be heard in several of his tracks. The accompanying image captures this iconic synthesizer in the studio setting.

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DJ Yella uses a Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX10 4-deck DJ Controller, as shown in a user-uploaded photo alongside another Pioneer DJ mixer.

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At a DJ Yella concert, he can be seen using a Technics SL-1200 turntable, as captured in a user-uploaded photo.

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"DJ Yella is seen using the Audio-Technica AT-LP5 Direct Drive Turntable in a user-uploaded photo from one of his concerts."

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In a user-uploaded photo, DJ Yella is seen using Apple GarageBand during a concert.

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At a concert, DJ Yella can be seen using an Apple iMac Pro, captured in a user-uploaded photo.

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In a user-uploaded photo, DJ Yella is seen using an Apple Keyboard with Numeric Keypad, highlighting its role in his digital music production setup.

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DJ yella can be seen using Beats by Dre headphones.

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