New York - February 02, 2007

Decked Out

DubSpot Electronic Music Production Academy

Those with monophonic and polyphonic tendencies need not scratch their heads about where to develop their talents.

They can learn the art of scratching, mixing, and recording at DubSpot, New York’s first DJ, VJ, and electronic music production academy.

New classes start next week, when novice spinderellas and iPod jockeys are groomed alongside suit-and-tie hobbyists and tech geeks, using cutting-edge gear (Pioneer, Technics, Serato) and expert software (Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and Logic Pro).

Get on deck with experienced instructors and turntablists. Classes, limited to six students, ensure plenty of hand holding and teacher’s pets.

Tuition practically guarantees a nightclub gig, which, incidentally, is the final exam (yikes).

Would-be Samantha Ronsons repeat after David Bowie: I am a DJ … I got believers (kiss kiss) believing me.

DubSpot, 348 West 14th Street, between Eighth and Ninth Avenues (877-382-7768 or dubspot.com). Open house Saturday, noon-7 p.m.