DMC Classic Solo Showcase DJ Competition

Established in 1985, the DMC Classic Solo Showcase DJ Competition is our traditional format, inviting DJs to compete for the prestigious title: DMC Classic World Champion.

DMC Classic Format

A. How It Works

1. USA National Eliminations

• Online Submission: DJs must perform a 2-minute qualifying routine and upload a recorded performance to dmcdjchamps.us/register

• A panel of judges will select the top 6 finalists (3 from each conference / 1 from every region), who will compete in the DMC USA Conference Finals.

• DJs are encouraged to not share their sets publicly until after the Conference Finals.

🔹 DJs who do not qualify for the National Finals can enter through the DMC Wildcard Competition (formerly the DMC Online Championships / Rest of the World), offers an alternative online qualification path.

2. USA Conference Finals

• The top 6 selected DJs will have their 2-minute routines judged live via DMC USA's YouTube to determine the Eastern and Western Conference Champions.

• The Eastern and Western Conference Champions flights and accommodations will be provided.

• 2nd and 3rd place of the Eastern and Western Conference will be invited to compete, but flights and accommodations will not be provided.

3. USA Finals

• DJs perform a 6-minute solo showcase.

• The winner is crowned DMC Classic National Champion of their country.

4. World Finals

• Eliminations / Seeding: DJs perform a 2-minute solo showcase. Judges select the Top 10 to advance.

• Finals: DJs perform a 6-minute solo showcase.

• The winner of each DMC Classic National Final and DMC Wildcard competes for the DMC Classic World Champion title.

B. General Rules for DMC Classic National Competitions

✅ DJs must be nationals/citizens of their country to enter a live national competition. ✅ Non-citizens must compete in their country of origin or via the DMC Wildcard Championships. ✅ DJs in countries with/ without a DMC event can enter the DMC Wildcard Championship. ✅ No age restrictions for the DMC Competitions, but venue age limits (18+ or 21+) may apply. ✅ Underage competitors unable to compete in live nationals may enter the DMC Wildcard, but venue age limits may apply. ✅ No registration fees for competing DJs.

✅ Travel & accommodation for guardians/family of underage DMC National Champions are not covered by DMC. ✅ DMC World reserves the right to modify rules for competition integrity. ✅ DMC Branches cannot modify rules without DMC World approval.

C. Online Submission Guidelines

❌ Edited videos are prohibited – performances must be non-stop. ❌ No graphics, logos, or signage allowed. ❌ Videos must be submitted by 11:59 PM PST on the due date. ❌ Videos exceeding the time limit by more than 5 seconds will be disqualified. ✅ Video format: 16:9 ratio, Full HD (1920×1080 px), direct audio recommended. ✅ Poor audio quality will impact judging results. ✅ Must comply with YouTube’s regional terms and community guidelines. 🚨 Banned content: Nudity, pornography, or explicit visuals will result in a one-year competition ban. ✅ DMC reserves the right to remove inappropriate entries.

D. Important Dates for 2025 DMC World DJ Championships

📅 January - August: Battle Season (Regional & National Battles). 📅 National Finals: Vary by country; check with local branches.

📅 October 10-12: DMC World Finals – Tokyo, Japan

E. General Rules for DMC Classic World Finals

🏆 Defending Champions: National Champions can defend their title the following year. 🔹 Eliminations: If more than 10 DJs qualify, a 2-minute routine will determine seeding. 🔹 Finals: The Top 10 finalists perform a 6-minute solo showcase. 🔹 Eligibility: DJs must have competed in at least one elimination or final round before the World Finals. 🚫 Branch Managers cannot compete as finalists.

F. Equipment Rules

✅ Allowed:

• Up to 2 turntables & 1 DJ mixer.

• Both vinyl & DVS systems.

• Phase system.

• Any Pioneer DJ/AlphaTheta mixer (DJs are encouraged to bring their own).
  

🚫 Not Allowed:

• MIDI controllers, effectors, loopers, or additional peripherals.
  

Technical Difficulties While Performing

• DJs can restart from the beginning if equipment failure occurs.

• If the issue is due to DJ’s faulty setup, they may restart from the breakdown point.
  

Restrictions by Competition Type

Online Eliminations: No equipment restrictions. DMC USA Finals: DJs will need to compete on Pioneer DJ turntables, CDJs, or Controllers World Finals: DJs will need to compete on Pioneer DJ turntables, CDJs, or Controllers

DMC Open Format

A. How It Works

1. USA National Eliminations

• Online Submission: DJs must perform a 3-minute qualifying routine and upload a recorded performance to dmcdjchamps.us/register

• A panel of judges will select the top 6 finalists (3 from each conference / 1 from every region) , who will compete in the DMC USA Open Conference Finals.

• DJs are encouraged to not share their sets publicly until after the Conference Finals.

🔹 DJs who do not qualify for the National Finals can enter through the DMC Wildcard Competition (formerly the DMC Online Championships / Rest of the World), offers an alternative online qualification path.

2. USA Conference Finals

• The top 6 selected DJs will have their 3-minute routines judged live via DMC USA's YouTube to determine the Eastern and Western Conference Open Champions.

• The Eastern and Western Conference Champions flights and accommodations will be provided.

• 2nd and 3rd place of the Eastern and Western Conference will be invited to compete, but flights and accommodations will not be provided.

3. USA Finals

• DJs perform a 12-minute solo showcase.

• The winner is crowned DMC USA Open National Champion..

4. World Finals

• Eliminations (if needed) / Seeding: DJs perform a 5-minute solo showcase, and judges select the Top 4-6 DJs to compete in the final round.

• Finals: DJs perform a 12-minute solo showcase.

• The National Champions and Wildcard Winner compete at the DMC Open World Final.

B. General Rules for DMC Open National Competitions

✅ DJs must be nationals/citizens of their country to enter a live national competition. ✅ Non-citizens must compete in their country of origin or via the DMC Wildcard Championships. ✅ DJs in countries with/ without a DMC event can enter the DMC Wildcard Championship. ✅ No age restrictions for the DMC Competitions, but venue age limits (18+ or 21+) may apply. ✅ Underage competitors unable to compete in live nationals may enter the DMC Wildcard, but venue age limits may apply. ✅ No registration fees for competing DJs.

✅ Travel & accommodation for guardians/family of underage DMC National Champions are not covered by DMC. ✅ DMC World reserves the right to modify rules for competition integrity. ✅ DMC Branches cannot modify rules without DMC World approval.

C. Online Submission Guidelines

❌ Edited videos are prohibited – performances must be non-stop. ❌ No graphics, logos, or signage allowed. ❌ Videos must be submitted by 11:59 PM PST on the due date. ❌ Videos exceeding the time limit by more than 5 seconds will be disqualified. ✅ Video format: 16:9 ratio, Full HD (1920×1080 px), direct audio recommended. ✅ Poor audio quality will impact judging results. ✅ Must comply with YouTube’s regional terms and community guidelines. 🚨 Banned content: Nudity, pornography, or explicit visuals will result in a one-year competition ban. ✅ DMC reserves the right to remove inappropriate entries.

II. Important Dates for 2025 DMC World DJ Championships

📅 January - August: Battle Season (Regional & National Battles) 📅 National Finals: Vary by country; check with local branches.

📅 October 11: DMC World Finals – Tokyo, Japan

III. General Rules for the DMC Open World Finals

🏆 Defending Champions:

• National Champions can defend their title the following year.

• World Champions cannot defend their title. Once a DJ wins the DMC Open World Championship, they can only return as a judge or showcase performer, ensuring a fresh competition each year.
  

🔹 Eliminations: If more than 6 DJs qualify, a 5-minute routine will determine seeding. 🔹 Finals: The Top 6 DJs perform a 12-minute solo showcase. 🔹 Eligibility: DJs must have competed in at least one elimination or final round before the World Finals. 🚫 Branch Managers cannot compete as finalists.

IV. Equipment Rules

✅ Allowed:

• Any DJ setup (turntables, controllers, mixers, etc.).

• Both vinyl & DVS systems.

• Phase system.

• Any mixer (DJs are encouraged to bring their own).
  

🔧 Technical Difficulties While Performing

• DJs can restart from the beginning if equipment failure occurs.

• If the issue is due to DJ’s faulty setup, they may restart from the breakdown point.
  

📌 Restrictions:

• Online Eliminations: No equipment restrictions.

• DMC USA Finals: DJs will need to compete on Pioneer DJ turntables, CDJs, or Controllers

• World Finals: DJs will need to compete on Pioneer DJ turntables, CDJs, or Controllers