DJ Tip: USB Backup Strategies for Professionals

The Problem

A defective USB stick before the gig is every DJ's nightmare. But with the right strategy, you're on the safe side.

The 3-2-1 Rule

• 3 Copies: Always have three copies of your library.
• 2 Media: Store on two different media (e.g., SSD + USB).
• 1 Offsite: Store one copy externally (cloud or external drive).

Practical Tips

• exFAT Formatting: For compatibility between Mac & Windows.
• Export Cue Points: Use ReedataBase for backups.
• Cryptomator: Encrypted backups in the cloud.

Conclusion

Backups are tedious but vital. Better invest in a second SSD than in a new gig after a failure.