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Feel free to give it a listen, it's all old banging old skool HARD HOUSE!!!
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When it comes down to it, traveling with your DJ gear for gigs is unavoidable when it’s your bread-and-butter, and pulling in cash for gear rentals is always nice – so protecting your setup from thieves and damage is crucial to keep your line of work running smoothly. Because let’s face it: no one wants to […] The post 10 Tips To Prevent Your DJ Gear From Getting Stolen appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Audialab, the parent company behind Emergent Drums, has developed a new plug-in that uses state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence to generate unique samples constantly. The program works much like any traditional software or hardware-sampled beat machine, featuring a 16-pad layout – which is notably ideal for hooking up a USB drum pad controller. Essentially, when you load the […] The post Is AI the future of music? This is Emergent Drums: an AI-powered drum sampler plug-in appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In 2001, I switched to DJing with Traktor because it allowed me to use MIDI controllers and customize them to create new ways of playing. The modularity they offered was exciting and very innovative. Then MIDI controllers became standardized, and sadly, no custom mapped them anymore. As the years went by, DJ hardware became just […] View the full article
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While last week’s turntable/DVS controller announcement was a huge surprise to many, today Pioneer DJ is launching something more expected: a more-budget-friendly scratch controller, the DDJ-REV5. It slides in naturally at a slightly lower price point than the bigger-brother DDJ-REV7, which runs $1,999 new and has motorized jogwheels. The DDJ-REV5 has a lot of the […] The post DDJ-REV5: a scratch-style controller, without motorized jogwheels – for $1099 appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The digital and analog worlds finally collide today with the release of the new PLX-CRSS12 from Pioneer DJ. This first-of-its-kind hybrid turntable gives artists quite the double-header of features, with the ability for both analog playback and tone-arm-free DVS control. No more concerns for needle skipping either, thanks to its new MAGVEL clamp that holds […] The post Meet the PLX-CRSS12: a hybrid digital-analog turntable from Pioneer DJ appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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DJTT spoke with Nick Maclaren, Chief Strategy Officer at Serato, about the changes that could happen under new AlphaTheta ownership. The post Straight from Serato’s Chief Strategy Officer: How Serato Plans to Sustain its Beat After AlphaTheta’s Acquisition appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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This week’s surprise news of a pending acquisition of Serato Audio Research by AlphaTheta Corporation (Pioneer DJ’s parent company) riled up many DJs. There’s been (very valid) concerns expressed about market consolidation, dampening of innovation, and long term support for legacy products. But what about the flip side? Is this deal born out of a […] The post 5 times DJs won when Serato + Pioneer DJ collaborated appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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AlphaTheta Corporation has acquired Serato Audio Research and the two companies will turn their long-standing partnership into one business entity. The post AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ) just acquired Serato Audio Research (Serato DJ) appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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On June 29, Denon DJ’s latest piece of hardware will become available to the global masses with the launch of the Prime 4+. The 4-deck controller is the first standalone to exist with a Stems separation ability, as well as built-in Wi-Fi to use major streaming services like Amazon Music, Beatport, TIDAL and more. Key […] The post Denon DJ’s Prime 4+: first standalone controller with Stems isolation appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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A fresh firmware update – version 3.0 – arrives for Pioneer DJ’s CDJ-3000s today, and with it comes the ability to stream tracks right from your Beatport library. A new StreamingDirectPlay feature has been added, which allows users that pay for a Professional or Advanced subscription plan to play tracks from their Beatport library on the gear. […] The post Stream directly from Beatport on CDJ-3000s with the new StreamingDirectPlay feature appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The day when you can entirely generate your own songs using AI, ready for a club play, is drawing nearer. Last week, researchers from Meta introduced a new AI model for music generation named Audio Craft- and it’s impressively good. This marks a significant stride towards the future of AI DJing, demonstrating a considerable improvement […] The post AI Music Generation just got a whole lot better appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In my last article, I shared my vision of a golden age of DJing brought about by advancements in AI-generated music. You might think it’s a far-fetched idea, but in reality, we’re much closer than you might imagine. There are already several proof-of-concept tools available that showcase this exciting future. The results may be rough […] The post Get Ready: The Future of AI-Powered DJing is Nearer Than You Think appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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MIXO launches a dedicated DJ library management platform, enabling DJs to organize playlists, sync across devices, import & export between software, and backup their music libraries to the cloud, challenging the use of iTunes and Apple Music in the DJ market. The post MIXO wants to transform DJ Library Management with their new platform appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In this editorial from Ean Golden, discover how AI technology is set to revolutionize DJing, ushering in a renaissance that empowers DJs as the ultimate tastemakers and performers. The post The Resurgence of DJing’s Golden Age Could Come With AI appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Discover the MasterSounds Four Valve MK2 and Two Valve MK2 analog DJ mixers, packed with innovative features like Variable-Q high pass filters and Innofader crossfaders for a top-notch mixing experience. The post MasterSounds and Union Audio release Four Valve MK2 + Two Valve MK2 Rotary DJ Mixers: Enhanced Playability with VariableQ High-pass Filters, Innofader appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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It’s been about eight months since Native Instruments announced the Traktor Pro Plus subscription in August 2022. Traktor DJs hoping for new hardware or some next-level software features instead got another subscription sales pitch. At least the $4.99-a-month (or $49 annually) was an optional and relatively low-priced subscription for accessing add-on and early features. Its […] The post Review: Traktor Pro Plus 3.8 – After 8 months, is the subscription worth it? appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Deep house, a subgenre of house music, originates in Chicago’s Warehouse District, where underground DJs would play sets at iconic clubs such as the Warehouse and the Cubby Bear. Characterized by its slower basslines and sparse beats, deep house has grown over time to become a global phenomenon, beloved by dancers and music enthusiasts alike. With its professional pride and widespread popularity, deep house continues to be a go-to genre for many music lovers. In this article, we will share the 14 best deep house DJs that you should know about, so if you’re a fan of this genre, don’t miss out! Lee Burridge Lee Burridge is a DJ, producer…
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Are you a music lover looking to explore the depths of progressive house music? While it may be easy to confuse it with deep house, the two genres have distinct differences that set them apart. Progressive house is characterized by its slower, more melodic beats, making it perfect for a relaxing night in or a grown-up house party. Although it’s more popular among adults, everyone’s taste in music is different, and this genre is no exception. In this article, we’ll look at some of the world’s top DJs known for their progressive house tracks and provide a comprehensive list to help you discover new music and make informed decisions. Whether you’re a seasoned …
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While being a DJ seems fun, it can also be very demanding. Each DJ has a unique sound and an exclusive collection of music. It takes considerable time to source good-quality songs and find recently released music. This is where a record pool for DJs comes in handy. A record pool allows DJs to save time and money by providing a one-stop digital solution. Before we get to five of the best DJ record pools to check out, let’s explore DJ record pools in a bit more detail. What Is a Digital Record Pool? A DJ music pool, also called a digital record pool, is a service DJs can join to download music. DJs can sign up for an annual, quarterly, or even month…
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Toolroom Academy has released their first audio plugin for producers today – a single-knob utility designed by Mark Knight and producer James F. Reynolds named INFINITE. The plugin, priced at 39.99 Euros with a currently-offered free trial for users, aims to offer a smooth process in which artists can utilize its 40 presets as a part […] The post Toolroom launches Infinite: a one-knob audio plugin w/ parameter customizing, 40 presets + more [INTERVIEW] appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Pioneer DJ’s flagship software has a new update coming this summer – and with it, two key features to note. rekordbox ver. 6.6.4 was announced today, which offers a brand-new Cloud Analysis tool and support for the streaming service bpm supreme. Let’s take a look at the latest additions. Cloud Analysis: get quicker track data, thanks […] The post Rekordbox 6.6.4: Cloud Analysis uses other DJs analysis files + stream support for bpm supreme appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The djay software from Algoriddim has been on a strong kick this last decade, and this week, they’re announcing DVS support! That’s right, the app is finally getting full control via turntables using their own time code vinyl. DVS support is hardly anything new on computers, but as far as I can recall, it’s only […] The post Algoriddim’s djay makes DVS on iPhone possible, integrates Neural Mix into their control vinyl appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Serato DJ Pro users, this one’s for you. Pioneer DJ has announced the latest addition to their mixer family: the new DJM-S5. Designed specifically for usage with the Serato DJ Pro software, it’s a bright red, two-channel, scratch-style design mixer priced at $839 USD. Scratch DJs may find familiarity in the layout, as it’s similar […] The post Pioneer DJ’s new DJM-S5: a USB-powered 2-channel scratch mixer to use with Serato DJ Pro appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Last week, Native Instruments touted something that’s a welcome sight for DJs still in love with the powerful Traktor ecosystem: a new beta. The new version, launched in NI’s Traktor Pro Public Beta forum, is Traktor Pro Beta 3.6.0.313. This is a beta that’s building towards an eventual Traktor Pro 3.6 (the current public release […] The post Traktor’s new beta cycle has begun: 3.6 to include iZotope products, maybe NKS support? appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The barriers to entry for music producers have mostly been obliterated. Between the multitude of digital distribution platforms and the self-contained ecosystem of Bandcamp, music producers needn’t – and often don’t – bother with record labels and physical releases. So then, the question becomes: why does the vinyl market not only persist, but continue to grow? Collectability, […] The post You should produce your vinyl records via short-run lathe cutting – here’s why. appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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It might be no surprise anytime Pioneer DJ teases a sequence of new releases that the first thing is usually a new color way of an existing product. This time, it’s the XDJ-XZ, which is getting a white version, the XDJ-XZ-W. The new white colored version of the XDJ-XZ will cost $2,499, and we’ve already […] The post Pioneer DJ releases white XDJ-XZ-W, but more products to come… appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Engine DJ has released a new edition of their flagship software, version 2.2 – and with it an array of new features and bug fixes for both OS and desktop. New features & fixes: Active Loops, FX Time Division + more On the hardware/OS feature front, check out the latest additions: Active Loops – you can […] The post Engine DJ’s latest 2.2 release: bug fixes, new features like Active Loops, Virtual DJ Computer Mode, Metronome + more appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Serato released its most recent update to its DJ software, Serato DJ Pro 2.5.11, earlier this month – and with it, a big door that opened for DJs interested in using Pioneer DJ’s XDJ-RX3 – the 2-channel, all-in-one piece of DJ hardware – with it. The XDJ-RX3 will now unlock Serato DJ Pro for free when […] The post Serato DJ Pro now supports Pioneer DJ’s XDJ-RX3 with latest update appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Chrome Caps - a new version of Chroma Caps that have a reflective metallic appearance coating on the outside to give them an incredible shine and to make your DJ gear really stand out. The post Chrome Caps: We’re making Gold Chroma Caps, here’s how to be the first to get them. appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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