Instrument Ratings (22)

Unlock the secrets to mastering DJ Hero! This guide breaks down instrument ratings and challenge targets for Guitar, Bass, Drums, and Vocals.

Alright, so you're diving into DJ Hero and want to know how the instruments stack up? This section breaks down the general ratings for each instrument and then gets into the nitty-gritty of specific challenges. Think of these ratings as a general vibe check for how complex or demanding each instrument tends to be across the game.

Here's a quick rundown of how the instruments generally rate:

• Guitar: 6/10
• Bass: 6/10
• Drums: 7/10
• Vocals: 8/10

Now, let's get into the specific challenges. These are where you'll really earn your stripes and aim for those coveted Gold, Platinum, and Diamond targets. Each challenge focuses on a different skill, so pay attention to what it's asking you to do!

Challenge	Instrument	Gold Target	Platinum Target	Diamond Target
Challenge 1: High Score (Single)	Bass	104,600	153,100	209,000
Challenge 2: Hit Notes	Bass	100 notes	175 notes	300 notes
Challenge 3: High Score (Single)	Guitar	132,800	193,000	291,500
Challenge 4: Hit Chords	Guitar	65 chords	152 chords	224 chords
Challenge 5: Hit Notes	Guitar	70 notes	100 notes	170 notes
Challenge 6: High Score (Single)	Drums	235,900	285,200	322,500
Challenge 7: Red Notes	Drums	225 notes	397 notes	545 notes
Challenge 8: High Score (Single)	Vocals	107,800	148,800	186,300
Challenge 9: Bank Star Power (Single)	Vocals	Filled 2.00x	Filled 2.50x	Filled 2.80x

These first nine challenges are all about individual performance. You'll see a mix of aiming for high scores, hitting a specific number of notes or chords, and managing your Star Power. For the 'Hit Notes' challenges, just focus on nailing those sequences. For 'High Score,' it's all about maintaining combos and hitting those tricky sections. And when it comes to 'Bank Star Power,' you'll want to strategically activate your Star Power to maximize its effect without missing too many notes.

Then we have the band challenges, where you'll need to work with others (or just meet different criteria if playing solo). These can be a bit trickier because you're not just responsible for your own performance, but also how it contributes to the band's overall success.

Challenge	Type	Gold Target	Platinum Target	Diamond Target
Challenge 10: Standard High Score	Standard Band	385,000	780,000	1,275,000
Challenge 11: Non-Standard High Score	Non-Standard Band	465,000	832,000	1,345,000
Challenge 12: Multiplier Time	Standard or Non-Standard Band	13.00 seconds	26.00 seconds	53.00 seconds

For the band score challenges (10 and 11), the key is communication and coordination if you're playing with friends. If you're soloing, you'll need to hit those notes consistently across all instruments you're controlling. Challenge 12, 'Multiplier Time,' is all about keeping that band multiplier going strong. You'll want to hit consecutive notes and avoid missing any to keep that x5 multiplier active for as long as possible. Mastering these will definitely test your endurance and focus!

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